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| Ayurvedic Medicine |  Skin is a very sense organ. It is also the residence of Bhrajaka pitta. Besides, it regulates the temperature of the body and absorbs all local medicinal applications. Vata skin is usually dry. It is very defenseless against the influence of dry windy weather. Moreover, Vata skin may age faster, and has the tendency to be dry, rough and flaky. From the medical point of view skin is a sensory organ that reacts to reflexes and is some kind of a protective system that guard the entire living body. As ayurveda thinks that all living beings have the panchamahabhoota as it is elements, same is for skin. There are various methods how you can keep your body in balance. The one that is disregarded the most is the skin. Note that it is the largest organ of our body.
As pointed out above skin is also the dwelling of Bhrajaka pitta and regulates the temperature of the living body and absorbs all local medicinal applications. The complexion and luster of our skin is also conferred to the skin. Try to protect as much of your skin as possible when you go out on cold windy weather. Pull on a light scarf across the lower part of your face and pull a cap down over your forehead. Wear a protective coating of natural moisturizer on your face. Train yourself to drink extra water to maintain moisture balance from within. Favor spring water with a pH of 7.5 for balanced hydration. Brahmi (Bacopa), Amla (Indian Gooseberry), Shatavari (Indian Asparagus), Gotu kola (Indian Pennywort) and Ashwagandha (Winter Cherry) are powerful Vata-pacifying skin rasayanas that help maintain skin elasticity, moisture balance, texture and radiance. For example you can apply a paste made from one teaspoon of cumin seeds and remove it after one hour.
If you want to keep your skin lubricated you should do a warm oil self-massage – it is an excellent method for this. Use a light, all-natural moisturizer to keep facial skin hydrated. Kapha skin, because of its thickness and oiliness, is more prone to collect ama – toxins beneath the skin. Amla, Kumari (aloe vera), Bhringaraj (Eclipta alba), White Sandalwood, Red Sandalwood and Lajawanti (Mimosa) are the pre-eminent Pitta-pacifying skin rasayanas. Neem, Manjistha (Indian Madder), Triphala, Tulsi (Holy Basil) and Turmeric are potent Kapha-balancing skin rasayanas. They help detoxify the skin while nourishing it at the same time. For example, you can apply a paste of fresh fenugreek leaves and wash off it with warm water. Performing this before going to bed you can prevents pimples.
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