Ah, Marichadi Taila, interesting choice! As you suspected, it often gets top marks for skin issues but it’s not limited to just that. It’s quite the versatile oil in Ayurvedic practice. Let’s break it down step by step.
Sure, it’s great for skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. When you’re using it for those, it’d be good to apply it directly—no need to warm it up unless you want to. Gently massage it onto the affected area, maybe do this twice a day. Don’t overdo it though, just a thin layer works.
Apart from the skin, Marichadi Taila is noted for joint pain and muscle stiffness too. Think of those achy knees or stiff shoulders. Apply it in circular motions, letting the warmth from your hands kind of soothe things out a bit. Same frequency should do – once or twice a day.
About applying it to the scalp, definitely YES! Can aid dandruff and scalp infections. Massage it into the scalp before washing your hair, ideally leave it on for an hour. Twice a week is a decent plan. Rinsing is important, no one wants oily hair all day.
But hold up, some caution: avoid it on open wounds and be careful if your skin’s super sensitive. Also, test a small patch first before going all in. Kids and elderly? Yes, can be safe on them for dry skin, but be gentle and maybe dial it back a bit for prolonged use.
About making it at home, that’s a whole different ball game and quite an art, honestly. It involves ingredients like black pepper, castor oil, and sometimes ginger, all in precise ratios, simmered with care. If you’re a newbie, might be simpler to stick to trusted stores for quality assurance.
Beware of allergic reactions, like anything new on the skin. Start small, and watch for irritation. Took me a few weeks to see major changes with clients, so patience is key here. Hope this helps!


