How to balance extreme dryness in skin due to vata imbalance and pranayama? - #54606

Your presentation is clear Vata vriddhi (ruksha, sheeta) over a Pitta prakriti. Focus on snehana (internal + external oleation) and gentle Vata-anulomana. Internal medicines (dose) Mahatikta Ghrita or plain Go-ghrita – 1 tsp twice daily with warm milk Ashwagandha Churna – 3 g twice daily with milk Shatavari Churna – 3 g twice daily with milk Gandharvahastadi Taila – 5 ml at bedtime with warm milk (adjust to keep stools soft) External (skin care): Abhyanga with Ksheerabala Taila or Bala Ashwagandhadi Taila – daily before bath For very dry areas: apply sesame oil or ghee twice daily Avoid excess use of hot water and harsh soaps Diet Warm, unctuous foods: milk, ghee, sesame, soaked almonds, rice, moong dal Add 1–2 tsp ghee in meals Avoid dry, raw, cold foods and excess fasting/pranayama