Ayurveda is a science that helps to achieve a balance between the internal state of a person and the world around him. The word "Ayurveda" is translated from Sanskrit as "knowledge of life". And this knowledge is based on the fact that a person is a "small universe", connected by the thinnest threads with all life on Earth.
What is Ayurveda based on?
Each person (like all life on Earth), according to ancient Indian teachings, consists of a certain set of elements - fire, air, earth, ether and water. Depending on the predominance of any elements, people are divided into three types (doshas) - Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Each of these types has its own physiology, mental structure, and even perceives reality in its own way. If a person knows his type of dosha, he can assume in advance what diseases he has a tendency to, and prevent them by adjusting his lifestyle.
Ayurveda is a science
In 1985, the World He alth Organization officially recognized Ayurveda as a science. After all, all medicines used in Ayurveda, all Ayurvedic cosmetics are the result of centuries of work, research based on ancient traditions.
The purpose of Ayurvedic cosmetics is not just to hide human flaws, but to improve the body as a whole. Components of Ayurvedic cosmetics help the body remove toxins, normalize metabolism… And even decorative cosmetics in Ayurveda have healing properties.
Now in Russia there are many companies that supply Ayurvedic cosmetics straight from India. Modern Indian Ayurvedic cosmetics combines ancient proven recipes and modern advanced technologies. All that is needed to make it as convenient as possible for a person to monitor their beauty and he alth, without getting out of the usual pace of life.
Composition of Ayurvedic cosmetics
Natural Ayurvedic cosmetics contain medicinal plants (neem, ashwagandha, haritaki, amla, etc.), vegetable oils (almond, coconut, jojoba, rose, olive, etc.) and dyes (henna, turmeric etc.).
Let's talk about the useful properties of some of them.
Nim tree is one of the most famous and ancient medicinal plants. People used the healing properties of the bark and leaves of neem for their own purposes as early as 4,000 years ago. It has antipyretic, antiseptic properties. Helps detoxify the body.
Amla (emblica officinalis, Indian gooseberry) - in India is a symbol of good he alth. Amla berry contains 20 times more vitamin C than an orange and has a powerful cleansing and vitamin effect on the body.
Ayurvedic hair cosmetics often contain amla oil, which perfectly moisturizes hair, promotes hair growth and prevents hair loss.
He althy oils
Coconut oil is also one of the most common cosmetic ingredients used in Indian Ayurvedic cosmetics. The nutritional components of coconut oil will give beauty not only to the hair, but to the whole body. Moreover, to moisturize the scalp and hair, it is better to use unrefined coconut oil, and for the face and body - refined. Coconut oil is great for moisturizing and nourishing. Many people try to use coconut oil for food. It is worth clarifying that hot-pressed coconut oil is suitable for these purposes, while cold-pressed coconut oil is used for cosmetics.
Rose oil in cosmetology is widely used to care for dry skin, and also perfectly cares for mature and sensitive. It effectively relieves inflammation, helps to get rid of dark circles under the eyes and smoothes wrinkles. Also eliminates scars and dermatitis. Rose oil can often be found in the composition of caring lip cosmetics. Besides, itvery effective as a neck and décolleté lift.
Natural dyes
Henna is a common plant dye. It is made from dried and crushed leaves of the lavsonia shrub. Used for hair coloring, drawing patterns on the body (mehendi).
Henna contains components favorable for hair and scalp, cares, strengthens, moisturizes. It does not penetrate into the hair structure, but despite this, it lasts for a long time.
Turmeric is a spice obtained from the roots of the plant of the same name. It relieves inflammation, relieves joint pain, stops the growth of cancer cells. And it is also very beneficial for the skin. Turmeric has antibacterial properties, renews the skin, makes it more elastic. Suitable for mature skin. Eliminates dandruff and itching of the scalp. Brightens the skin, fights pigmentation. Softens rough skin, fights stretch marks, relieves acne and its consequences (scarring).
This is not a complete list of useful components that are rich in Ayurvedic cosmetics.
Reviews on Ayurvedic cosmetics
Of course, reviews of Ayurvedic cosmetics (as well as any other) are rather contradictory. It doesn't suit everyone. They criticize the unusual smell of Ayurvedic products, find some "errors" in the composition, hastily concluding that the cosmetics manufacturer is hiding something.
For example, in one ofreviews of the Aloe shower gel indicate that it contains only two components - aloe vera and vitamin E. And it is concluded that the manufacturer hid the preservative included in the composition! After all, it would seem that he must be there. But the fact is that aloe vera and vitamin E themselves are natural preservatives. In addition, the shelf life of this product is only 2 years (and not 3-5, prescribed for products with a chemically aggressive composition).
As for the specific smell, you can try to wean yourself from chemical fragrances that have already become familiar, and make friends with new smells - for example, patchouli or emblics.
Many say that after Ayurvedic cosmetics appeared in their lives, they no longer want to return to the mass market. They note the beneficial effect of cosmetics on appearance, on the body as a whole. In addition, in addition to useful properties, Indian cosmetics have a completely democratic price. It costs several times cheaper than expensive European cosmetics.
