A Pinch of turmeric, gram flour and curd- Nothing could beat the power of ayurveda

And I appreciate their thought behind combining the secrets of Ayurveda with science but If possible, try creating some natural face packs at home. And trust me, even I follow that same thing. But it's important to understand what exactly Ayurveda stands for?

When does "Ayurveda" stands for?

The word Ayurveda has been derived from the Sanskrit words, Ayur and Veda in which Ayur stands for life and Veda stands for science or knowledge. Therefore, Ayurveda is about the knowledge of life through the natural system of medicine. This was originated in India more than 3000 years ago. Ayurveda is often called the “Mother of All Healing" and stems from the ancient Vedic culture.

In Ayurveda, your skin has been categorized into four types- VATA SKIN, PITTA SKIN, AND VAPPA SKIN.

VATA SKIN

In modern-day skin which is known as dry skin is called VATA SKIN in Ayurveda. This skin refers to dry, thin, delicate, and finely pored so if you have such issues, you fall under this category. Vata skin is prone to symptoms like early aging which is made worse by mental stress and lack of sleep.

PITTA SKIN

Someone who is fair, warm, and of medium thickness, falls under PITTA SKIN. you are blessed with a slightly rosy or golden glow but only when your skin is delicate. Other features of your skin are pink or reddish complexion with a lot of freckles or moles and your skin is highly sensitive to the sun therefore make sure you put on your cap or hat or even sunscreen before stepping out of your house. Women or men who are planning to go for some tanning treatments make sure you cancel all your appointments your skin is not in the favour of that.

KAPHA SKIN

If your skin is prone to issues like clogging, you belong to the KAPHA SKIN club. This skin type is thick, oily, soft and cool to the touch. Your skin type is whitish and you glow a lot. Because you face issues like clogging, therefore, you require more cleansing bars or facewash on your shelf compared to others. Therefore, including greasy creams shouldn't be part of your regime. Hence, you shouldn't pick anything face wash from any brand. It's important to know your skin.

TIPS FOR VATA SKIN

People who are prone to VATA SKIN must go for gentle cleansers so that you don’t over-dry or strip your skin. After cleansing your skin, make sure you moisturize it to maintain its hydration. You can go with coconut, almond, sesame, and olive oils along with shea butter and honey. For better protection, wear scarves, hats, and gloves.

Cleansing recipe for Vata skin:

Combine 1 tsp almond powder, 1/2 tsp whole milk or coconut milk, and create a thin paste and apply it evenly on your face. This pack requires zero scrubbings. Wash your face with warm water and wipe off.

Now, it's time to nourish your skin. For that, you will be needing

1 tsp almond oil, 1-2 drops lavender or chamomile essential oil, and 5-6 drops water. Then combine and massage this combination on your face as well as on neck Gently massage onto face and neck and leave on.

Tips for Pittas:

Avoid chemical-filled products that can aggravate and excite your skin. Go for natural as well as pure products which are made with plant-based extracts.

Look for coconut, sunflower, grape seed, licorice root, lavender, rose, and tea tree in your skincare if looking for calm and balance hydration. Using soothing herbs like neem, sandalwood, and thyme is also a good idea.

Moisturizing recipe for pitta skin:

Combine 1 tsp jojoba oil and 1-2 drops of geranium essential oil and gently massage this pack on face and neck and leave on.

Cleansing recipe for pitta skin:

Take 1 tsp lentil flour, 1/2 tsp neem powder or Triphala powder, 1-2 tsp water and combine together to make a paste. Apply this paste to your face, and before it dries wash off with cool water.

KAPPA SKIN

Tips for you:

People with Kappa Skin should wash their skin thoroughly especially at night before bed. Never go to bed with your makeup on. Think about your pores! Another essential point to remember is, overly drying your skin is something that should be avoided as it can cause a rebound oily effect. Instead, gentle cleansers and alternate for deep cleaning and exfoliation are what you should include in your skincare regime.

Choose moisturizers that are light but nourishing. Choose invigorating herbs like rosemary, yarrow, peppermint, geranium, citrus (lemon and orange), and sesame.

Cleansing recipe for Kapha skin:

Combine 1/2 tsp honey and 1/2 tsp lemon juice together and apply it on the face and wash off.

Nourishing recipe for Kapha skin:

Combine 1/2 tsp sesame oil, 1-2 drops of lemongrass essential oil, and 3-4 drops of water together and apply this pack on the face and neck area and leave it on.

SCRUBS

VATA: SEA SALT + OIL

People who belong to Vata Skin must use a scrub that consists sea salt and oil. For making this scrub, you need to add 2 tsp fine sea salt with oil. Combine all the ingredients together and apply in a circular motion to your face before rinsing off with warm water.

PITTA: OATMEAL + WATER

Combine 2 tsp finely ground oatmeal and water together to make a paste. Let the mixture stand for about a minute to thicken it up a bit before applying it to your face in circular motions. Rinse off with warm water.

KAPHA: CORNMEAL + HONEY

2 tsp cornmeal with enough raw honey to make a paste and apply in circular motions to your face. Lastly, Rinse off with warm water.

MASKS

VATA: BANANA OR HONEY

For making a mash you will be needing half a banana in mashed-up form or apply raw honey to your face. Let it stay on your face for about 10 minutes and wipe it with a warm, damp cloth.

PITTA: AVOCADO + FRESH CREAM

Take an Avocado and fresh cream and to make a paste you need to mash an avocado and mix in some fresh cream. After that, apply it to your face and leave it on for 10 minutes. Lastly, clean your face with the help of a damp and warm cloth.

KAPHA: APPLESAUCE

Apply plain applesauce without any added sugar to your face and leave it on for 5 minutes. Clean your face with the help of a warm and damp cloth.

But there are people who have no time to make these remedies and follow them religiously, due to their hectic schedule therefore I have come up with one of the best Indian skincare brands on whom you can trust, that too blindly.

5 BEST AYURVEDIC INDIAN SKINCARE BRANDS

Forest Essentials

This pioneer in the Luxury Ayurveda space, Forest Essentials really encapsulates the way of thinking of the Panchmabutas—items that are satisfying to five detects. This quintessential Indian excellence brand has resuscitated antiquated skin and hair ceremonies through torment marking research. Each hand-tailored item is made customarily and clings to the best expectations of virtue, genuineness, and quality. Produced using fresh seasonal natural ingredients, natural cold-squeezed oils, rare plant extracts, herb infusions, and steam-distilled pure essential oils.

Forest essential products are known for its fusion based products. Its products are the right balance between recipes and modern technology to create elegant, luxurious Ayurveda. They are especially ecstatic over Forest Essentials Delicate Facial Cleanser Mashobra Honey, Lemon & Rosewater, Forest Essentials Lip Scrub - Cane Sugar, and Forest Essentials Advanced Soundarya Age Defying Facial Serum With 24K Gold.

Instagram Handle: https://www.instagram.com/forestessentials/

Forest Essentials Jasmine & Patchouli Night Treatment Cream

Pros

• Moisturizes and rejuvenates the skin
• Regulates sebum production
• Evens out the skin tone
• Improves the skin texture
• Slows down skin aging
• Sweet jasmine fragrance
• Makes the skin softer and smoother
• Diminishes redness on sensitive skin
• Suitable for oily and combination skin

Cons

• Greasy texture
• Expensive

2. Forest Essentials Pure Rose Water Facial Toner

Pros

• Hydrates the skin
• Increases skin elasticity
• Revives and replenishes dull skin
• Minimizes enlarged pores

Cons

• Small expiration window

3.Forest Essentials Kashmiri Saffron & Neem Delicate Facial Cleanser

Pros

• Controls sebum production
• Prevents acne
• Unclogs pores
• Reduces blemishes and redness
• Deep cleanses the skin
• Adds a natural radiance
• Minimizes enlarged pores
• Removes makeup
• Retains the skin’s moisture
• Sulfate-free
• Paraben-free
• Petrochemical-free

Cons

• Not suitable for oily skin

4.Forest Essentials Sandalwood & Orange Peel Facial Moisturizer

Pros

• Hydrates the skin
• Moisturizes the skin
• Increases skin elasticity
• Restores the skin’s natural radiance and firmness
• Works as a sunscreen
• Reduces blemishes
• Evens out the skin tone
• Smoothens the skin
• Soothes damaged skin

Cons

• Feels slightly greasy

5.Forest Essentials Bhringraj Hair Vitalizer

Pros

• Stimulates hair growth
• Strengthens the hair follicles
• Controls hair fall
• Non-greasy
• Sulfate-free
• Paraben-free
• Petrochemical-free
• Easy to apply

Cons:

• Makes hair slightly frizzy

Kama Ayurveda

Global favorite Kama Ayurveda is known for its quality ingredients, simple products, and effective formulas. The brand utilizes the Ayurvedic study of healing to make lovely medicines for the face, body, and hair. The Arya Vaidya Pharmacy and Kama Ayurveda cooperate with neighborhood woods networks, and small-scale farmers and craftsman to source their natural ingredients. The label is EU certified and is free of artificial colors, fragrances, parabens, or petrochemicals, and that means new beginnings in clean beauty for us.

Instagram Handle: https://www.instagram.com/kamaayurveda/

Kama Ayurveda Pure Rosewater Face & Body Mist

Pros

• Hydrates the skin
• Pleasant fragrance
• Alcohol-free
• Refreshes the skin
• Restores skin’s pH level
• Suitable for all skin types

Cons

• Sticky consistency

Kama Ayurveda Nalpamaradi Thailam Skin Brightening Treatment

Pros

• Mild Aroma
• Removes tan
• Can be used on face and body
• Reduces pigmentation
• Nourishes the skin

Cons

• Expensive

3. Kama Ayurveda Kumkumadi Night Serum

Pros

• Brightens the skin
• Lightens pigmentation
• Moisturizes the skin
• Treats fine lines
• Heals dark circles

Cons

• Might not suit all skin types

4. Kama Ayurveda Rose Jasmine Face Cleanser

Pros

• Floral scent
• Gentle
• Makes the skin soft and supple
• Evens out the skin tone
• Prevents oiliness
• Minimizes fine lines
• Suitable for daily use
• Gentle formula

Cons

• Expensive

5.Kama Ayurveda Eladi Face Cream

Pros

• Absorbed easily
• Moisturizes the skin
• Non-sticky formula
• Softens the skin
• Protects from sun damage
• Prevents acne and blemishes
• Reduces fine lines

Cons

• Might cause sweating
• Not suitable for all skin types

Just Herbs

Just Herbs is a new, affordable, and highly renowned Ayurvedic label. This beauty label belongs from Chandigarh, Haryana and believes in creating beauty products with 100% Ayurvedic formulations and is certified by the Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India. Just Herbs is a PETA- certified company.

1.Just Herbs Silksplash Neem Orange Rehydrant Face Wash

Pros

• Gentle and everyday cleanser.
• Easy to handle because of the pump dispenser.
• Subtle, refreshing and soothing.
• Good for normal to oily acne-prone skin.
• Keep breakout at bay due to key ingredients like Sandalwood, Neem and Honey.

2.Just Herbs No Sun Jojoba Wheatgerm Moisturizing Sun Protection Gel

Pros

• Consist of Zinc Oxide.
• Nice and skin-soothing formula
• Gel-based sunscreen quickly vanishes into the skin.
• No white cast and hydrates your supple skin.
• No need to apply moisturizer as it layers your skin with good moisturization.
• Light on the skin. No clogging pores.
• Sensitive skin-friendly, safe and physical sunscreen formulated without any harmful ingredients.

3. Just Herbs LivelyClean Honey Exfoliating Face Cleansing Gel

Pros

• Gentle on the skin.
• Gel-based honey-like scrub with tiny particles(orange peel).
• Faint citrus scent. Cleans you well and leaves the skin fresh and smooth.
• Mild exfoliator and for sensitive skin people.

Cons

• Does not remove blackheads

4. Just Herbs Fagel Instant Glow All Purpose Beauty Gel

Pros

• Perfect consistency and texture
• Provide balanced moisture and hydration
• Absorbs very well and not at all sticky.
• Does not clog pores nor make it oily or sweaty and broke out.
• Makes your skin healthy, radiant and supple.
• Fresh, subtle and irresistible and smells divine,
• For oily, acne-prone, sun-burnt, sensitive skin.

5. Just Herbs Fairever Protein Fairness Pack

Pros

• Dries off quickly
• Deeply cleanses the skin
• Good for oily skin types
• Controls oil leaving skin glossy and oil-free.
• Tightens the pores and offers a slight glow and brightness.

Cons

• Thick texture and have to dilute it in water or rose water.
• Requires sponge for better cleaning
• Leaves the skin dry post-cleansing.

Ohria Ayurveda

From natural, organic ingredients to formulations that are gentle on the skin – Ohria Ayurveda is the one to experiment with this year.

Instagram handle: https://www.instagram.com/ohriaayurveda/

ROSE AND POMEGRANATE CREAM

Pros

• For All Skin Types/ Dry Skin
• 100% Pure Herbs, Fruits, flowers, Cold-pressed oils
• Soft & Radiant skin Formula
• Light formula with organic nutrients.
• Hydrate, enhances elasticity, promote tissue strength and leave your skin soft and supple and regenerated.
• Include jojoba, almond combined with pomegranate leaving renewed, radiant and replenished skin.

PAIMANJAL AND KESAR LOTION

Pros

• 100% Pure Plant juice, Floral Water, Herbs
• Light
• Sun protectant
• Gently hydrates, light breathable day lotion to revitalize and render the skin smooth and radiant.
• Kulanjin & yashad bhasma- natural sun protectants & delay aging.
• Absorbs into the skin four times faster than water.
• Rich in Vit A, C, D, E and B12,
• Has soothing and cooling properties,
• Stops signs of aging, moisturizes, reduces acne, and lightens blemishes.
• Treat sunburn and reduces tan.

BRMHANA SKIN SERUM

• For all skin types
• 100% Natural
• Regenerating, Nourishing, Brightening

• High in antioxidants, botanical extracts in goat’s milk vitamin A(Carrot oil), Vitamin C (Amla), Vitamin E (Almond) blended in saffron, and Cow’s ghee brightens the complexion.
• Include essential oils- Frankincense and rosewood.
• Delays aging, tightens skin and removes scars.
• Make your skin soft, supple, and healthy from within.
• Rich in calcium, it promotes hair growth.

NEEM & TULSI HYDRATING GEL

• For All Skin Type / Oily Skin
• 100% Natural, Pure Gel, Herb Extract.

• Light, cooling gel hydrating and soothes inflammation and sunburn with Neem, Tulsi and Mint extracts.
• Good for sensitive and acne-prone skin.
• Can be used as after shave gel.
• Rich in Vit A, C, D, E and B12,
• Prevents signs of aging, moisturises, reduces acne, lightens blemishes.
• Treat sunburn and reduces tan.

Soultree

Soultree works with ingredients that are organically farmed, ethically sourced and made with no harmful chemicals. Soultree is the only brand to be formally certified annually, by the reputed European Certification Agency BDIH of Germany.

Instagram Handle: https://www.instagram.com/soultree.in/

1.Soultree Sun Protection Cream SPF 30

Pros

• Chemical-free sunscreen,
• Include carrot seed oil, coconut oil, almond oil, olive oil, sunflower oil ,and green tea extracts.
• For ‘Normal to Dry Skin types’.
• Smells good
• Rich and creamy formula
• Provides adequate protection against harsh sun rays and tanning

Cons

• Not for oily skin
• Not for breakout-prone skin
• Requires re-application after every 2-3 hours for maximum sun protection

2. Soultree Pure Rose Toning Mist

Pros:

• Alcohol and paraben-free and no fragrance.
• Mild fragrance- faint and pleasant.
• Fortified with Witch Hazel (a natural astringent that is good for acne), Glycerin(a humectant that locks moisture into the skin) ,and Aloe Vera(Hydrates and Soothes Skin).
• For Normal to Dry Skin Types and best for oily skin too.
• Does not give any stinging or tingling sensation hence great for sensitive skin types too.
• Shrinks pore to a certain extent.
• Offers a toned look.
• Calms down the skin
• Offers a soothing and refreshed feel.

Cons:

None

3. Soultree Indian Rose & Cooling Vetiver Shower Gel

Pros

• Great ingredients such as Rose, Aloe Vera, and Vetiver.
• A light rose fragrance.
• Honey and jelly-like consistency
• Cleans well
• No slippery residue

Cons

• The fragrance isn't long-lasting
• Not recommended for dry skin people
• Least hydration

4. Soultree Licorice Hair Repair Shampoo

How to use it?

Wet your hair completely, take one coin-sized quantity of the shampoo, dilute it in a cup of water say 200 ml and mix it well. It produces a mild, very mild foam and then uses the shampoo-water mixture on your scalp. Massage it on your roots, again don’t expect it to foam, just massage your scalp for a minute or two and then rinse thoroughly with water.

Cons

• Can be drying if used on non-oiled hair and requires conditioner after every wash.

Not every other human being is used to Ayurvedic remedies but trust me once you start using them you will not think of returning back to your chemical-based shampoos or mask or face washes. Though Ayurvedic remedies take time however results will be tremendous and free from side efforts.

Now, it's your call.