Kumkumadi Lepam is an ayurvedic formulation used for improving the skin complexion and glow on the face. It is beneficial for the treatment of blemishes, dark spots, wrinkles, dark circles and hyperpigmentation. It is formulated based on the ingredients of Kumkumadi Oil as given in Ashtanga Hridayam and Bhaishajya Ratnavali. However, the actual preparation of the Ashtanga Hridayam is a type of oil as discussed in the article on Kumkumadi Oil and recommended for the nasal instillation and facial massage for the same indications in which Kumkumadi Lepam is indicated. Kumkumadi cream is also available in the market and also prepared on the base of Kumkumadi Oil.
Main Ingredients:
Kesar (Saffron) – Crocus Sativus
Ushira – Vetiveria Zizanioides
Lal Chandan (Red Sandalwood) – Pterocarpus Santalinus
Manjistha – Rubia Cordifolia
Mulethi (Yashtimadhu) – Licorice – Glycyrrhiza Glabra
Padmaka – Prunus Cerasoides
Haldi (Turmeric) – Curcuma Longa
Daruhaldi – Berberis Aristata
Lac – Laccifer Lacca
Neel Kamal (Blue Lotus) Nymphaea Stellata
Sesame oil or coconut oil
Therapeutic Indications:
Blemishes
Acne or pimples
Black Spots or Black Marks
Acne Scars
Hyperpigmentation
Dark Circles
Benefits of Kumkumadi Lepam:
Kumkumadi Lepam is beneficial in all beauty problems provided in its indications. Along with nasal instillation of Kumkumadi Oil provides maximum results.
Direction for Use:
Kumkumadi Lepam should be applied on the face and kept for 60 minutes and then wash the face with warm water. If you are using a cream base, then it should be left for overnight or for at least 3 to 6 hours.
Side effects:
There are no side effects observed with Kumkumadi Lepam.