- Vataj skin: It is in generaly dry, thin,delicate and cool to the touch, easily gets dehydrated, and is very vulnerable to the influence of dry windy weather. Vata skin may age faster, and tends to be dry, rough and flaky when out of balance.
- Pittaj skin: It is fair, sensitive, soft, warm, and of medium thickness. less tolerance to hot food, less tolerance to fieriness in temperament. Pittaj skin types tend to be more prone to freckles and moles than the other skin types. When out of balance, Pitta skin can flare up in rashes, Acne rosacea, Acne etc.
- Kaphaj skin: It has all the qualities of water and earth -- it can be oily, thick, pale, soft, cool and more tolerant of the sun. Kaphaj skin tends to age slower and form less wrinkles than the other two types. Kaphaj skin types may struggle with dull complexion, enlarged pores, excessive oil, blackheads, pimples etc.
- Vata-Pittaj skin is the Combination skin can be that is both dry and sensitive.
- Kapha-Pittaj skin is oily and sensitive.
- Vata-Kaphaj skin that is generally dry with some oily zones.
Vataj Skin Care
For Vata skin to stay youthful, skin care products used should be very nurturing. They must include some essential herbal oils combination, which can nourish the skin and rehydrate it, otherwise it may be susceptible to wrinkles and premature aging.
Going to bed on time, eating regular meals, and following a regular daily routine are essential components of a holistic approach to Vata skin care, as are eating foods that help balance Vata and nourish the Vata skin.
For Vata skin to stay youthful, skin care products used should be very nurturing. They must include some essential herbal oils combination, which can nourish the skin and rehydrate it, otherwise it may be susceptible to wrinkles and premature aging.
Going to bed on time, eating regular meals, and following a regular daily routine are essential components of a holistic approach to Vata skin care, as are eating foods that help balance Vata and nourish the Vata skin.
- Suggestions for caring for Vataj skin:
Vata skin types, for instance, will want to eat more warm, unctuous foods and favor the sweet, sour and salty tastes to balance the dry, rough, moving Vata dosha. Provide added nourishment to your skin by including organic milk, whole grains and green leafy vegetables in your diet. Drink lots of lukewarm water everyday for internal hydration. Eat plenty of sweet juicy fruits, they help cleanse the body from within and provide hydration as well. Include a little healthy fat such as Ghee (clarified butter) or olive oil in your diet for added lubrication. A warm oil self-massage is excellent for keeping skin lubricated. Use a gentle, all-natural moisturizer to keep facial skin hydrated. Use a gentle, moisture-balancing cleanser and splash your face with water several times when you cleanse.
Pittaj Skin Care
The Pitta skin type needs both cooling and nurturing care. Use skin care products that help enhance resistance to the sun. The ayurvedic herbs can help protect Pittaj skin from photosensitivity. But like other ayurvedic herbs, it needs to be used in combination with other herbs for a balanced effect on the skin.
- Suggestions for caring for Pittaj skin:
If you have a Pittaj skin type; Avoid hot, spicy foods. Stay away from harsh, synthetic cosmetics. Avoid hot spicy foods and fried foods. Eat lots of sweet juicy fruits and have some rose petal jam in cool milk every day. The rose is considered cooling for mind, body and emotions. Use cooling oil, such as coconut oil, for the daily massage. Use gentle, natural skin care products for cleansing and moisturizing.
Kaphaj Skin Care
"Kapha skin, because of its thickness and oiliness, is more prone to accumulate ama -- toxins under the skin. People with Kapha skin need to do detoxification on a regular basis, both internal detoxification and external detoxification to flush toxins from the skin," says Mishra.
- Suggestions for caring for Kaphaj skin:
Avoid heavy food which is hard to digest. Avoid too many sweet foods or deep-fried foods, they add to the oiliness in the skin. Eating more bitter, astringent and pungent tastes help stimulate digestion and balance Kapha skin. A daily warm oil massage can also help circulation. Eat plenty of organic vegetables and fruits to help cleanse the body from within. Cook with warming spices such as ginger and black pepper to stoke the digestive fire and inhibit the accumulation of ama inside the body.
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