Simple home remedies for dry skin | Dr. Hansaji Yogendra

The Yoga Institute9 minutes read

Skin types range from very oily to very dry, with specific causes for dry skin and Ayurvedic explanations for skin imbalances. Yoga practices such as asanas, Jalneti, and Pranayama are recommended for managing skin health, along with skincare routines using natural ingredients for various skin types.

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  • Dry skin can be caused by factors such as poor nutrition, genetics, extreme temperatures, and clogged pores, according to the text.
  • The Ayurvedic perspective presented suggests that imbalances in Vaat can lead to both dry and oily skin, emphasizing the importance of managing skin health through practices like yoga, specific asanas such as Sarvaang and Haal, and techniques like Jalneti and Pranayama for internal cleansing and balance.

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Recent questions

  • What are the causes of dry skin?

    Poor nutrition, genetics, extreme temperatures, clogged pores.

  • How can skin health be managed through yoga?

    Specific asanas like Sarvaang and Haal, Jalneti, Pranayama techniques.

  • What are some skincare recommendations for different skin types?

    Abhyang, natural oil massages, homemade packs with aloe vera, sandalwood, honey, almond, oat, yogurt.

  • How does Ayurveda view dry and oily skin?

    Related to imbalances in Vaat Dosha.

  • What are some recommended Pranayama techniques for skin health?

    Sheetali and Sitkari for cooling the system, balancing Vaat Dosha.

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"Balancing Skin Health Through Ayurveda and Yoga"

  • Three types of skin: very oily, very dry, and normal skin.
  • Causes of dry skin: poor nutrition, genetics, extreme temperatures, and clogged pores.
  • Ayurvedic perspective on dry and oily skin related to imbalances in Vaat.
  • Recommendations for managing skin health through yoga, including specific asanas like Sarvaang and Haal.
  • Practice of Jalneti for internal cleansing and improved circulation.
  • Pranayama techniques like Sheetali and Sitkari for cooling the system and balancing Vaat Dosha.
  • Skincare recommendations including Abhyang, natural oil massages, homemade packs with ingredients like aloe vera, sandalwood, honey, almond, oat, and yogurt for different skin types.
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