Ayurveda is a science that helps to achieve a balance between the inner state of a person and the world around him. The word "Ayurveda" in Sanskrit translates as "knowledge of life." And this knowledge is based on the fact that man is a "small universe" connected by the finest threads with all living things 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 the propensity for which diseases he has and prevent them by adjusting his lifestyle.
Ayurveda is a science
In 1985, the World Health Organization officially recognized Ayurveda as a science. After all, all the 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 the shortcomings of a person, but to heal the body as a whole. The 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 engaged in the supply of Ayurvedic cosmetics directly from India. Modern Indian Ayurvedic cosmetics combines the oldest proven recipes and modern advanced technologies. All that is needed to make it as convenient as possible for a person to monitor his beauty and health without losing his usual pace of life.
The composition of Ayurvedic cosmetics
Natural Ayurvedic cosmetics contain healing plants (him, ashwagandha, haritaki, amla, etc.), vegetable oils (almond, coconut, jojoba, pink, olive, etc.) and coloring substances (henna, turmeric, etc.).
Let's talk about the beneficial properties of some of them.
Nim tree is one of the most famous and ancient medicinal plants. People used the healing properties of bark and neem leaves for their purposes as early as 4 thousand years ago. It has antipyretic, antiseptic properties. Helps detoxify the body.
Amla (medicinal emblica, Indian gooseberry) - in India is a symbol of good health. 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.
Healthy oils
Coconut oil is also one of the most common cosmetic components, used also as part of Indian Ayurvedic cosmetics. The nutritional components of coconut oil will give beauty not only to hair, but to the whole body. Moreover, to moisturize the scalp and hair, it is better to use unrefined coconut oil, and for face and body - refined. Coconut oil perfectly moisturizes and has nutritional properties. Many try to use coconut oil for food. It is worth clarifying what is suitable for these purposes hot pressed coconut oil, and cold pressed is used for cosmetics.
In cosmetology, rose oil is widely used to care for dry skin, and also perfectly cares for mature and sensitive skin. It effectively relieves inflammation, helps get rid of dark circles under the eyes and smoothes wrinkles. Also eliminates scars and dermatitis. Rose oil can often be found in lip care products. In addition, it is very effective as a lifting for the neck and décolleté.
Natural dyes
Henna is a common dye of plant origin. It is made from dried and crushed leaves of a bush of lavsonia. Used for dyeing hair, applying patterns to the body (mehendi).
Henna contains components that are favorable for hair and scalp, cares, strengthens, moisturizes. It does not penetrate the structure of the hair, but, despite this, lasts a long time.
Turmeric is a spice obtained from the roots of the same plant. It relieves inflammation, relieves joint pain, and stops the growth of cancer cells. It is also very beneficial for the skin. Turmeric has antibacterial properties, renews the skin, makes it more elastic. Suitable for owners of mature skin. Eliminates dandruff and itching of the scalp. It brightens the skin, fights pigmentation. It softens rough skin, fights against stretch marks, eliminates acne and its effects (scars).
This is not a complete list of useful components that are rich in Ayurvedic cosmetics.
Ayurvedic cosmetics reviews
Of course, reviews about Ayurvedic cosmetics (as well as about any other) are quite contradictory. It is not suitable for everyone. They criticize the unusual smell of Ayurvedic remedies, find some "errors" in the composition, hastily concluding that the cosmetics manufacturer is hiding something.
For example, one of the reviews of the Aloe Shower Gel indicates that it contains only two components - aloe vera and vitamin E. And the conclusion is made - the manufacturer hid the preservative that is part of it! After all, it would seem that he must be present there. But the fact is that aloe vera and vitamin E in themselves are natural preservatives. In addition, the shelf life of this product is only 2 years (and not 3-5, due to agents with a chemical aggressive composition).
As for the specific smell - you can try to break the habit of chemical fragrances that have already become familiar, and make friends with new smells - for example, patchouli or embliki.
Many say that after Ayurvedic cosmetics appeared in their lives, they no longer want to return to the mass market. The bagative effect of cosmetics on the appearance, on the body as a whole, is noted. In addition, in addition to useful properties, Indian cosmetics have quite a democratic price. It costs several times cheaper than expensive European cosmetics.