Acne and Skin Issues

SKIN

Skin is the largest organ of the integumentary system which acts as the outer covering of the body andprotects us from microbes and the elements, helps regulate body temperature, damaging sun- light, harmful chemicals and permits the sensations of touch, heat, and cold. It also exudes anti- bacterial substances that prevent infection and manufactures Vitamin D for converting calciun into helathy bones. Skin holds 650 sweat glands, 20 blood vessels, 60,000 melanocytes and more than 1,000 nerve endings.

• Epidermis, the outermost layer of skin, provides a waterproof barrier and creates our skin tone.
• Dermis, beneath the epidermis, contains tough connective tissue, hair follicles, and sweat glands.
• Hypodermis, the deeper subcutaneous tissue is made of fat and connective tissue.

 COMPLEMENTORY THERAPY

Ayurveda is an ancient East Indian medicinal science, most of its beauty remedies use food, herbs and spices to help detoxify, tone and enhance the skin. The Facial Detox focuses on the face and neck to release deeply held tension making the skin appear toned and healthy. It also detoxifies and stimulates circulation. The use of Turmeric in the preparation of the mask, works well for acne and eczema. It reduces inflammation and redness, and promotes skin healing. It also helps to exfoliate and moisturize your skin for a firm, tighter skin, giving the face a more youthful appearance.

Ingredients for mask paste:

• 1 tablespoon of Besan powder into a bowl
• 1 teaspoon of mustard oil
• 1 capful of rose water
• ¼ teaspoon of Tumeric powder
• ¼ teaspoon of Sandal paste
• Stir and mix all ingredients in a bowl to form a thick paste
• Add a little water if it is too thick or if paste is not thick enough, add in more Besan powder to thicken it

Other requirements:

• Facial wash; Himalaya Neem face mask; and Cream (prescribed by Doctor)
• Steamer and Vitamin K face detox tablet (as prescribed by Doctor)

 

Procedure:

• Wash face with facial wash
• Steam face for 5 minutes
• Apply mask paste prepared earlier and leave it to dry for 15 – 20 minutes
• Once dried, wash face and steam again for 5 minutes
• Apply Himalaya Neem face mask and leave it to dry for 15 – 20 minutes
• Wash face once dried and apply face cream (prescribed by Doctor)
• Take Vitamin K face detox tablet (as prescribed by Doctor)

Subtle Point

• Ensure paste prepared is thick enough
• Spread evenly on face and avoid in contact with eyes

Indication

• Acne management
• General Beauty Regime
• Anti-Aging

Contraindication

• Open wound on face