Our skin is more than just a covering of our body, but it is an indicator of our inner health, our way of life, emotions and what we eat. In Ayurveda, the skin (Twak) as a living organ reflects the balance of Dosha (Vata-Pitta-Kapha), Dhatu and Agni making it important sign of total wellness. With the arrival of winter, we often experience dry, flaky, and dull skin. This dryness, according to Ayurveda, is due to increased Vata dosha, which reduces the natural moisture and glow of the skin. Rebalancing the Vata dosha typically requires Snigdha (oily), nourishing, herbal oil-based skincare to bring back softness and radiance.
๐Understanding Skin Dryness During Winters (An Ayurvedic Perspective)
The winter season increases Vata dosha, which has qualities of Ruksha (dryness), Sheeta (cold), and Laghu (lightness). As a result, it can lead to:
- Dry, rough, and scaly skin
- Cracking on hands, feet, and lips
- Loss of glow and dullness
- Increased fine line wrinkles
- Reduced elasticity of skin
To counterbalance Vata, Ayurveda suggests Snigdha (oily), Ushna (warm), and Vata pacifying external treatments — and herbal oils are perfect solution.
Ayurvedic oils contains herbs that will deeply penetrate the layers of skin, nourish it from the inside out, increase circulation, and balance your doแนฃha. Here are some traditional Ayurvedic oils known for their skin -protective, nourishing & complexion enhancing properties.
1. Eladi Tailam
A traditional Ayurvedic skincare oil that is best for dry, rough, and sensitive skin.
๐ฟBenefits:
๐Deep moisturization ๐ Reducing itching and roughness ๐ Enhancement of natural radiance ๐ Improves overall skin texture
Eladi Tailam is a great oil to use for winter Abhyanga especially if you have Vata and Pitta skin types.
How to use: Warm the oil slightly, apply some on the face and body, massage for at least 15–20 minutes, and then bathe in lukewarm water.
2. Lakshadi Keram
Traditionally used for the delicate skin of children, but perfect for the adults also, especially during winter.
Benefits:
๐ Gentle, hydrating and soothing ๐ Repairs dry & damaged skin ๐ Helps in tanned & pigmented skin ๐ Keeps skin elastic and soft
Great for extra dry, sensitive and irritated winter skin.
How to use: Apply daily after your bath or before bed for lasting softness.
3. Chemparuthyadi Keram
A traditional herbal oil based on coconut that nourishes, repairs and helps improve complexion.
Benefits:
๐ Hydrates and softens skin ๐ Naturally brightens and adds glow ๐ Helps reduce marks and blemishes ๐ Protects skin against changing weather
Suitable for dry to combination skin.
4. Nalpamaradi Tailam
Nalpamaradi Tailam is a complete skin brightening and nourishing formulation suitable for face and body.
Benefits:
๐ Brightens complexion ๐ Reduces pigmentation & tanning ๐Heals dryness and uneven skin tone ๐ Suitable for winter to restore glow
How to Use: Apply on face/body, massage gently, leave for 15–20 minutes, then wash off with lukewarm
Where to Buy
Here are some authentic brands from where you can purchase these oils
Kotakkal, Kerala Ayurveda, Vaidyaratnam, AVP, Nagarjuna
Thank you for reading! I hope that this post helped you on your understanding of Ayurvedic oils for healthy skin and glowing skin. If you decide to try any of these, make sure you let me know you experience in the comments below it. ๐ฟ
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