Some Best remedies for skin

Introduction

Skin is the most important covering and the being largest organ contributes the maximum part of the body. So, this clarifies how important skin is. Due to changes in lifestyles and weather conditions, skin problems are increasing day by day.

Some basic causes of skin problems

1. Hormones: hormones play a vital role to maintain a healthy skin texture. Due to disturbance in secretion, functions, and metabolism of such hormones skin problems like acne, pigmentation, and spots can occur.
2. Sun exposure: Due to the increase in the frequency of harmful radiation and depletion of ozone, the harmful effects of radiation are affecting the skin.
3. Diet: An unhealthy diet leads to an imbalance in the proper metabolism of food. Thus, it gives rise to vitamin deficiencies leading to various skin problems such as” Molluscum contagiosum”.

Skin and Ayurveda

Ayurveda is ancient medicinal science. In Ayurveda, there are remedies to prevent as well as cure disease. In order to maintain healthy skin, one should follow proper regimes. In ancient literature, there are remedies to prevent and cure various disorders. Some of the basic methods to get healthy glowing skin are

1. Snehan and Swedan: Oiling and fomentation are one of the best remedy to get glowing skin. Doing these balances, the moisture of the skin thus preventing excess dryness of the skin. This prevents early signs of aging. Steam which is a type of fomentation opens pores which ensure sweating and helps to remove toxins from the skin.
2. Scrubs and facial masks: Various kinds of facial masks are applied on the face and scrubs that can be used for body massage. This ensures exfoliation and gives a glowing texture to skin. Basic ingredients include turmeric powder, milk, yogurt, honey, gramflour.
3. Bloodletting therapy: It is a therapy that purifies the blood. It has been found useful to cure problems caused by impure blood. This therapy is also found useful on Acne. It can be done by applying leeches or by using a scalp vein needle.

Some useful herbs for skin

1. Holy Basil: The paste of leaves of this plant is applied on the skin. It works as an anti-aging agent. It also has anti-inflammatory property hence useful in various inflammatory skin changes.
2. Cinnamon: Application of its powder along with honey for around 10 minutes. This prevents loss of skin elasticity.
3. Liquorice: It has been one of the most powerful herbs against many skin diseases. Its powder works to lighten skin hyperpigmentation. Its “Mask of Pregnancy” as it is a natural remedy for melasma. It is also useful in psoriasis and dermatitis.

Diet and Skin

One of the most important factors to maintain healthy skin is diet. All that we eat nourishes cells through blood circulation. Thus, a healthy diet can prevent skin problems to occur.

What should you eat?

1. Food containing omega-3 fatty acids such as fish, which gives your skin UV protection and also an anti-inflammatory effect.
2. Consume food containing vitamins such as vitamin A and vitamin C such as papaya, and carrot. These foods contain beta carotene which reduces dryness and thus gives you an anti-ageing effect. Also, vitamin C prevents dark spots, thus giving you glowing skin.
3. Water-A plenty of water intake helps you to maintain a balance between fat and water. It gives you the following benefits.
4. Skin Tightening- Ample amount of water intake tightens your skin.
5. Ph Balance-Water balances the ph.; thus, skin looks well hydrated. The balance between acid and alkali avoids unwanted skin problems such as redness, itching, etc.
6. Decreases Toxins- Drinking plenty of water helps to flush out toxins. Naturally, it gives you moist skin.

Exercise useful for the skin

Exercise is being part of the daily routine of many people. Through exercise blood circulation is improved. Thus, it improves the life span of cells. Skin being the largest organ contains plenty of cells. Thus, regular exercise contributes to healthy skin.

Benefits of skin

1. Removal of toxins-Improved blood flow ensures the removal of toxins from the body. This keeps away unwanted skin problems from you.
2. Reduces the signs of aging-Research has proved that people who have been doing exercise for years looked younger as compared to those who were not doing any exercise.

Some useful exercises that can be performed

1. Lifting your eyebrows=this prevents the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. It should be done at least 10-12 times a day.
2. Stretching of eyelids –this prevents drooping of eyelids the condition known as ptosis in medical terms.
3. Making a fish face-This maintains the elasticity of facial muscles.
4. Breathing exercise=this relieve stress, maintain balance between hormones. Thus, it maintains the facial structure and prevents anti-aging effects.

Conclusion

I wrap up here by concluding that in order to own healthy, glowing skin you need to follow a proper diet and regular exercise along with some daily maintenance such as facial masks, steam, etc. I hope this article will help you to prevent the anti-aging effect.