For
over 3000 years, the ancient science of Ayurveda has been a way of life. It is
a holistic approach which emphasizes on the prevention of diseases rather than
its cure. Ayurveda helps create an environment to eliminate all toxic
imbalances from the body and attain good health.
An Ayurvedic
skin care regime has no harmful side effects unlike the various cosmetic
facials available in the market today. Listed below are five simple tips to
achieve a more radiant skin.
#1.
Drink lot of fluids: Drinking a lot of pure clean water is the secret to
achieving not only younger skin but also shinier hair and healthier body. Drink
at least 8-10 glasses of clean water every day. Consuming adequate amount of
water is important to keep your skin hydrated and fresh.
Tip: Spicy herbal tea (with fresh ginger and lemon) helps keep your digestion healthy which is important for glowing skin.
#2.
Eat Fresh: In general Ayurveda recommends healthy and whole food for all
types of constitution. Eat fresh and unprocessed food to keep your body and
skin functioning at optimum level. Eat a lot of fruits and green vegetables.
While eating at home avoid spicy and oily food which is responsible for skin
breakouts and eruptions especially in the monsoon season. It is advisable to
eat light and easily digestible food.
Tip: Vegetables with high water content such as lettuce, carrot, cucumber fennel, daikon radish, tender asparagus tips are easier to digest. Combine at least three with some olive oil and lemon juice dressing for a delectable salad.
#3.
Exercise: Regular exercise keeps you fit, your muscles and joints
healthy and toned. It also increases blood circulation and calms the mind. Sweating
it out helps release harmful toxins. Experts suggest a minimum exercise regime
of at least five times a week till sweat begins to form along the spin and on
the arms.
Tip: Choose an exercise that you enjoy and can have fun with. It could be walking, jogging, boxing, dancing, yoga etc.
#4.
Get regular sleep: The advantages of getting a good night’s rest ranges
from better concentration to longevity. Regular sleeping habits also make you
look healthier and more attractive. Sleeping well allows more production of
collagen and elastin to keep your skin taunt. Experts suggest at least seven
hours of good sleep for a health glowing skin.
Tip: Stick to a regular sleep schedule, which includes going to bed and waking up at the same time everyday.
#5.
Facial Care: The eternal
principal of cleanse, nourish and moisturize apply to all facial care.
Step 1. Clean your face with warm water. It makes the dead skin cells easier to remove.
Step 2. Make an ubtan (1 tsp gram
flour+1 tsp rice flour+1 tsp turmeric+ ½ tsp lemon juice) and apply.
Step 3. Remove with plain water or
rose water.
Step 4. Moisturize with VICCO
turmeric cream.
Note: The Ayurvedic formula of VICCO turmeric cream combined with the microbicide properties of turmeric prevents oily skin, fights pimples and clears blackheads.
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