Ayurveda recommends to use herbs which are easily available at home for “youvanapitika” (acne). You can use honey, amla, turmeric, neem, besan flour, masoor flour, etc effectively as home remedies to get rid of this.
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When acne and pimple increase ?
How to avoid acne and pimple ?
Natural Herbal Ayurvedic Acne, pimple Home remedies
Acne is a very common skin problem that affects young people at their puberty and few adults till they reach 45. Acne is referred to as Youvana pitikas (which means boils that arise during adolescent age ) in Ayurveda. This shows the prevalence of acne over ages. Ayurveda has described the causes of acne and recommends the best natural herbal Ayurveda acne treatment too.
Acne and pimples in Ayurveda
A large number of oil-producing glands called “sebaceous glands” are present under the face, back, chest and shoulders. During puberty or menopause due to the influence of the hormones, (which are produced in males and females), these glands become more active and produce an oily secretion called “sebum”. The sebum makes the skin oily. The excessive sebum clogs the skin pore or the pit of the hair follicle forming acne. The blocked pore or acne acts as an excellent habitat for bacteria. The bacterial infection causes inflammation (red, painful swelling of the infected area) of the clogged pore or hair follicle leading to flaring up of pimples.
According to Ayurveda Vata dosha and Kapha dosha are two main vital energetic forces, which are involved in the appearance of acne and pimples. Rakta dhatu ( blood ) also plays an important role in the formation of acne.
Vata, when gets vitiated due to an unhealthy diet and lifestyle, affects the other two doshas (kapha and pitta) to aggravate them. Aggravated pitta dosha affects rakta dhatu or blood. The vitiated blood affects the skin and causes excess secretion of oil from sebaceous glands. Kapha has sticky property. The aggravated kapha imparts the stickiness to the oil produced by sebaceous glands of skin. Thus the thick sebaceous plugs are formed in skin pores and hair follicles leading to surfacing of acne.
Ayurvedic Remedy for Acne
There are many ayurvedic remedies and treatments for acne. These preparations are easy to use and also effective. We have listed few best ayurvedic remedy for acne.
When do acne and pimple increase?
- Grease, dirt, or other harsh chemicals accumulate on the skin.
- You have increased stress. Increased stress and anxiety release stress hormones which imbalance body function.
- You indulge in Squeezing or pinching acne. This causes infection and also leaves scars.
- When there are hormonal imbalances during the menstrual cycle, PCOS or PCOD, menopause, and puberty.
- You are under medications like steroids or hormonal therapy.
- When ama or body toxins accumulate in the body due to an unhealthy diet and lifestyle.
How to avoid acne and pimple?
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- Avoid foods that are spicy, dry, and oily. These may cause indigestion and lead to vitiation of Vata dosha.
- Constipation can lead to the accumulation of ama or body toxins and leads to acne and pimples. Keep a habit of emptying bowels regularly this always normalizes Vata.
- Avoid fast foods, junk foods, processed foods, and soft drinks. These imbalance Agni (digestion) and throughs digestion off balance.
- Wash your face twice daily with a mild cleanser. Chose the cleanser wisely which suits your skin.
- Do not vigorously rub your face with a towel. Just tap dry it.
- Put a hair band to avoid falling hair on the face. The sweat and dirt accumulated on hair strands may fall on facial skin.
- Avoid the application of harsh scrubs.
- Wash your hair regularly with mild shampoo to keep it clean and avoid dandruff. (Read How to Get rid of Dandruff ? Ayurveda Remedies.)
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- Squeezing and pricking of pimples cause scaring. Hence avoid this.
- Avoid exposure of skin to severe climatic conditions. Ayurveda clearly states that anything which exceeds limits can damage our body health. Protect yourself from harsh climates like sun, frost, winter and rainy season, or monsoon or varsha rutu.
- Avoid oil-based moisturizers. Water-based moisturizers are always beneficial.
- Drink plenty of water (15 glasses a day). Water helps to hydrate the body and skin. It prevents skin aging and also acts as a medium to flush toxins.
- Practice a regular exercise regimen. A brisk walk for 45 minutes helps not only to reduce body weight but also improves blood circulation and toxin elimination. Yoga and meditation also help to reduce this skin condition.
- Follow ayurvedic daily routine ( dinacharya ) and Seasonal routine ( rutucharya ). These ayurvedic routines are so designed that it helps your body to function at its optimum capacity. These routines are the best way to help our skin when it tries to adapt to new seasons and times of the day.
- Sleep at least 8 hours a day. Good sleep helps the body and skin to repair themselves. It is the best stress buster. Insomnia can trouble the skin.
- Eat fresh vegetables and fruits. These provide plenty of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Fiber helps to get rid of constipation. Fruits like amla (Indian gooseberry), pomegranate, carrot, grapes, papaya , cucumber, water melon, etc help to supply plenty of anti-oxidants which neutralise free radicals and boost skin health.
Ayurveda Diet for Acne
As the Father of Medicine; Hippocrates once stated: “Let your foods be your medicine, and your medicine your food”. “You are what you eat!” is a saying known all over the world, and what you consume has an effect on your overall health.
A healthy diet aids normal secretion of oil from oil glands of skin. It boosts the immunity of the skin to prevent the proliferation of microorganisms. A nutritious diet prevents excess secretion of oil and blockage of pores.
Acne Ayurveda diet:
Many acne sufferers have found immense benefits after following a healthy diet. Here are tips for a healthy acne diet. An Ayurveda acne diet is formulated particularly focusing on the alleviation of Kapha and Vata.
Avoid junk foods. –
Junk foods provide zero nutrition and add high calories through harmful fats and sugars. The harmful ingredients of junk foods cannot be eliminated by the body and they remain as toxins affecting body organs including the skin.
Keep sweets and chocolates at bay –
Sweets and chocolates are very high in calories. Increased calories increase oil secretion. People experience acne outbreaks when they consume high-calorie foods.
Drink plenty of water
– Water helps to maintain fluid-electrolyte balance in the body. Fluid electrolyte balance plays a great role in aiding the absorption of nutrients and elimination of waste. Any variation in this balance may lead to the accumulation of toxins or less absorption of nutrients.
Go veggie –
Include plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits in your diet. These provide essential vitamins and minerals which keep skin healthy. Numerous researches have shown that Vitamin A and Zinc play an important role in controlling acne eruptions. Fresh fruits and Vegetables provide soluble and insoluble fibers which help smooth bowel movements and prevent constipation.
Sprouts and cereals-
Sprouts and cereals provide a good quantity of protein. Vegetarian proteins are easily digested and few medical professionals opine that proteins help to control acne.
Maintain a diary to note down the foods which repeatedly cause acne breakouts whenever they are consumed.
Ayurveda recommends kumkumadi tailam (oil) for this problem. It is always wise to use this preparation if you have dry skin or normal skin. Make sure you do a patch test before using this oil. You can check Best kumkumadi tailam (oil) available on amazon India .
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