Beauty & Skin
Ayurvedic Beauty Rituals
Classical Ayurvedic skincare wisdom from Art of Vedas: the herbs, oils, Kansa rituals and daily routines for a clear, balanced and naturally radiant complexion.
Kansa Wand and Face Oil: The Pairing
A Kansa wand and a face oil belong together. The bronze tool needs a slip of oil to glide, and a good facial oil deserves the slow,…
Read article Beauty & SkinKansa and Marma: Face Points Routine
A Kansa and Marma face points routine brings two traditions together in one quiet ritual: the bronze tool of Ayurvedic massage and…
Read article Beauty & SkinKansa Wand Side Effects and Skin Notes
A Kansa wand is a gentle bronze tool, and for most people it becomes a calm part of the daily routine. Still, it is fair to ask…
Read article Beauty & SkinJathyadi Thailam: Traditional Skin Oil
In brief: Jathyadi Thailam (also written Jatyadi Taila, Jatyadi Thailam, Jathyadi Thailam or Jathyadi oil) is a classical Ayurvedic…
Read article Beauty & SkinKsheerabala Thailam for the Face
Ksheerabala Thailam for the face is a quiet classical answer to a modern question: which oil suits skin that reacts quickly,…
Read article Beauty & SkinKsheerabala Thailam for Hair and Head
Ksheerabala Thailam for hair and head is one of the quietest and most rewarding uses of this classical oil. Ayurveda regards…
Read article Beauty & SkinKhadira: Botanical Name, Family and Profile
Students of Ayurveda and botany alike often look for a clear reference entry on Khadira, one that sets out the botanical name, the…
Read article Beauty & SkinAcne and Pitta: How Classical Ayurveda Sees Inflammatory Skin - and What It Does
This article is part of our AYURVEDIC SKINCARE FOR BEGINNERS guide series. The information in this article is provided for…
Read article Beauty & SkinDry Skin: Why Vata Creates Dryness and What Classical Ayurveda Does About It
This article is part of our AYURVEDIC SKINCARE FOR BEGINNERS guide series. The information in this article is provided for…
Read article Beauty & SkinHair Loss and Ayurveda: The Classical Understanding of Khalitya That Dermatology Misses
This article is part of our Ayurvedic Hair Care: The Classical Guide to Shiro Abhyanga and Hair Oils guide series. The information…
Read article Beauty & SkinAmla and Amalaki: One Fruit, Two Names
In brief: Yes, Amla and Amalaki are the same: two names for one fruit, the small, sour green Indian gooseberry, Emblica officinalis…
Read article Beauty & SkinAmla (Amalaki): The Superfruit That Ayurveda Places Above All Others
This article is part of our Amla (Amalaki): The Fruit Ayurveda Says Is the Closest Thing to a Universal Tonic guide series. The…
Read article Beauty & SkinBest Ayurvedic Serum for Glowing Skin
This article is part of our AYURVEDIC SKINCARE FOR BEGINNERS guide series. The best Ayurvedic serum for glowing skin takes…
Read article Beauty & SkinWhat is a Kansa Wand and How to Use It?
A Kansa wand is a traditional Ayurvedic facial massage tool. It has a smooth wooden handle and a dome-shaped head made from Kansa -…
Read article Beauty & SkinWhat is the Best Ayurvedic Face Oil?
This article is part of our AYURVEDIC SKINCARE FOR BEGINNERS guide series. The best Ayurvedic face oil depends on what your skin…
Read article Beauty & SkinWHAT ARE THE AYURVEDIC BENEFITS OF MANJISTHA ?
Manjistha, also known as Rubia cordifolia or Indian Madder, is renowned in Ayurveda as one of the herbs most cherished for…
Read article Beauty & SkinHOW TO USE AMLA OIL ON YOUR HAIR?
In brief: To use amla oil, part dry hair into sections, massage a small amount into the scalp with circular fingertip movements,…
Read article Beauty & SkinUnveiling the Secrets of Ayurvedic Skin Care
In the realm of beauty and wellness, Ayurveda, the ancient Indian holistic healing system, stands as a beacon of wisdom, offering a…
Read article Beauty & SkinAYURVEDIC SKINCARE FOR BEGINNERS
A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Daily Ayurvedic Skin Care Routine Are you looking to switch up your daily skin care routine and give…
Read article Beauty & SkinTHE POPULAR AND REVERED - GINGER
Ginger, a perennial herb of the Zingiberaceae family, specifically Zingiber officinale Roscoe, stands as one of the world's most…
Read article Beauty & SkinThe Uses of Laksha in Ayurveda
In brief: Laksha, also called lac or lac resin, is a natural resin secreted by the female lac insect (Laccifer lacca), which…
Read article Beauty & SkinMulethi: Licorice Root in Ayurveda
In brief: Mulethi is known in English as liquorice root (licorice in American spelling), the root of Glycyrrhiza glabra, a tall…
Read article Beauty & SkinTHE WHAT AND WHY OF KUMKUMADI OIL
In brief: Kumkumadi oil (Kumkumadi Thailam or Kumkumadi Taila, sold by Art of Vedas as Kumkumadi Serum) is the classical Ayurvedic…
Read article Beauty & SkinTHE BLESSING TO YOUR SKIN: COCONUT OIL
Coconut, also known as "Nariyal" or "Narikel," holds a significant place as a symbol of good fortune. Laden with essential…
Read article Beauty & SkinUNLOCKING THE POWER OF BHRINGRAJ
Any herbal product associated with hair care is bound to have Bhringraj in it. But what is Bhringraj? Scientifically known as…
Read article Beauty & SkinPOWER OF AMLA: THE INDIAN GOOSEBERRY
Amla, commonly known as Indian Gooseberry, is renowned in Ayurvedic tradition, particularly in the formulation of time-honoured…
Read article Beauty & SkinKhadira for the Skin: The Classical Ayurvedic Guide
This article is part of our AYURVEDIC SKINCARE FOR BEGINNERS guide series. Khadira is a potent skin-benefiting Ayurvedic herb. Its…
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