Ayurvedic cosmetics: reviews

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" is translated from Sanskrit as "knowledge of life". And this knowledge is based on the fact that man is a "small universe", bound by the finest threads with all life on Earth.

What is the basis of Ayurveda?

Each person (like all living things 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 in its own way perceives reality. If a person knows his type of dosha, he can presuppose in advance the propensity to which diseases he has, and prevent them by adjusting his way of life.

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 - the result of centuries of work, research based on ancient traditions.

The purpose of Ayurvedic cosmetics is not just to hide the person's shortcomings, but to improve the body as a whole. Components of Ayurvedic cosmetics help the body to remove toxins, normalize metabolism ... And even decorative cosmetics in Ayurveda has medicinal properties.

Now in Russia there are many companies involved in the supply of Ayurvedic cosmetics straight from India. Modern Indian Ayurvedic cosmetics combines the oldest proven recipes and modern advanced technologies. All that is needed for a person to be as comfortable as possible to monitor their beauty and health, without getting out of the habitual pace of life.

Composition of ayurvedic cosmetics

Natural ayurvedic cosmetics contains medicinal plants (him, ashvaganda, haritaki, amla, etc.), vegetable oils (almond, coconut, jojoba, pink, olive, etc.) and coloring substances (henna, turmeric, etc.).

Let's talk about the useful properties of some of them.

The tree is one of the most famous and ancient medicinal plants. People used the medicinal properties of the bark and leaves of the nim for their own purposes 4,000 years ago. He has antipyretic, antiseptic properties. Helps detoxify the body.

Amla (medicinal emblem, Indian gooseberry) - in India is a symbol of good health. The berry of aml 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 an amla oil, which perfectly moisturizes the hair, promotes their growth and prevents loss.

Useful oils

Coconut oil is also one of the most common cosmetic ingredients used, including in the composition of Indian Ayurvedic cosmetics. Nutritional components of coconut oil will give beauty not only to hair, but to the whole body. And to moisturize the scalp and hair is better to use unrefined coconut oil, and for the face and body - refined. Coconut oil perfectly moisturizes and has nutritional properties. Many try to use coconut oil for food. It is worthwhile to clarify that coconut oil for hot pressing is suitable for these purposes, and for cold-pressed coconut oil.

Rose oil in cosmetology is widely used for the care of dry skin, and also perfectly cares for the mature and sensitive. It effectively removes 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 make-up cosmetics for the lips. In addition, it is very effective as a lifting for the neck and décolleté region.

Natural dyes

Henna is a common dye of plant origin. It is made from dried and crushed leaves of the bush of awsonia. Used for dyeing hair, applying patterns on the body (mehendi).

Henna contains ingredients that are favorable for hair and scalp, cares, strengthens, moisturizes. It does not penetrate the structure of the hair, but, despite this, it lasts a long time.

Turmeric - spice, obtained from the roots of the same plant. It removes inflammation, relieves pain in the joints, stops the growth of cancer cells. And it is very useful for the skin. Turmeric has antibacterial properties, renews the skin, makes it more elastic. Suitable for the owners of mature skin. Eliminates dandruff and itchy scalp. Lightens the skin, fights pigmentation. Softens rough skin, fights stretch marks, relieves acne and their effects (scars).

This is not a complete list of useful components, which are rich in Ayurvedic cosmetics.

Reviews about ayurvedic cosmetics

Of course, reviews about Ayurvedic cosmetics (as well as about any other) are quite contradictory. It is not suitable for everyone. Criticize the unusual smell of Ayurvedic drugs, find some "errors" in the composition, hastily concluding that the manufacturer of cosmetics is hiding something.

For example, one of the reviews about the shower gel "Aloe" indicates that it contains only two components - aloe vera and vitamin E. And the conclusion is made - the manufacturer concealed the preservative included in the composition! 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 expiration date of this remedy is only 2 years (and not 3-5, put to funds with a chemical aggressive composition).

And as for the specific smell - you can try to get out of the already familiar chemical fragrances, and make friends with new smells - for example, patchouli or an embryo.

Many people say that after the Ayurvedic cosmetics appeared in their life, they no longer want to return to the mass market. They note the bug-making effect of cosmetics on the exterior, on the body as a whole. In addition, in addition to useful properties, Indian cosmetics have a very democratic price. It costs several times cheaper than expensive European cosmetics.