Introduction: How Ayurveda meets modern science for skincare
Recently, in the fast growing lives of people, the demand of Ayurvedic products having the combination of goodness of nature and values of modern science is increasing by leaps and bounds. Consumers are preferring nature-based skincare solutions. There are a few pioneer brands in the market like Cleaner Roots who are currently offering wide range of products, where a perfect amalgamation of nature based products and modern bioactives has been made. These brands emphasize on using the holistic view of Ayurvedic wisdom in the application of modern bioactives in skincare. According to Ayurveda, there are three fundamental life energies, named as Vata, Pitta and Kapha. These life energies are better described as ‘doshas’ in Ayurvedic terms and administer different aspects of life. It creates balance between the body, mind and soul of an individual. It is compulsory for an individual to understand dosha based skincare before they opt for natural bioactive based skincare products.
What are the different doshas in Ayurveda?
-Vata dosha- This dosha is comprised of air and space. Vata people are described by dry hair and skin.
-Pitta dosha- It is a combination of fire and water. Pitta people are categorized by sensitive skin having acne, redness and pigmentation.
-Kapha dosha-The essential elements for Kapha people are earth and water. They are usually characterized by oily, thick, congested skin.
What is the role of bioactives for skincare?
Bioactives refer to specific protein-fragments of different subclasses of components that include the biopeptides, niacinamide, ceramides and hyaluronic acid. These bioactives have plentiful positive health effects. Bioactives usually boost collagen in the skin, enhance its elasticity and help in skin repair. Ayurvedic wisdom connects the modern science by utilizing the power of natural peptides to stimulate skin repair. On the other hand, the modern skincare strategies, using bioactives help to repair and reinforce the skin. Therefore, modern skincare regimes are reconstructing the wisdom of Ayurveda by applying modern science that make use of the bioactives.
Basic differences in Skin Care for Men and Skin Care for Women
As we all know, the skin characteristics of men and women usually differ due to various reasons, ranging from the differences in skin composition to hormonal influence to difference of the lifestyle. Therefore, the skincare regimes in men and women will have their own differences. Modern brands like Cleaner Roots have a number of products in their portfolio, which are not only dosha specific but also gender specific.
How to maintain a healthy dosha specific Skincare routine?
Individuals with Vata dosha experience rough, dry and flaky skin which can exhibit early wrinkles and dull tone. To maintain a day and night skincare routine, people with this skin type should regularly hydrate their skin and exfoliate the skin to remove dry skin cells. On the other hand, people having Pitta dosha experience recurrent pimple and acne with redness and inflammation in their skin. As part of their skincare routine, they should follow cooling and soothing treatment and regular sun protection using sunscreen. People with Kapha dosha exhibits oily skin occasionally with large pores and blackheads. Kapha people needs to cleanse their skin regularly to avoid congestion and exfoliate to remove the congested dead skin cells.
How to incorporate skincare products with modern bioactives in daily skincare routine?
First step to incorporate bioactive containing skincare product is to understand the mechanism of action for the bioactives and how to coat them efficiently for maximum benefit. Potent and targeted modern bioactives include peptides, growth factors and certain plant-based compounds. An essential principle in skincare is to spread on products from thinnest to the thickest consistency and from water- based to oil-based. This guarantees effective penetration of each product without being blocked by heavier creams. A usual routine for using bioactives is to cleansing, toning, application of bioactive Serum, moisturization with bioactive moisturizers and as part of morning skincare, application of Sunscreen.
Final thought: Future of Skincare
Therefore, crafting a unique dosha based skincare routine based on ancient yet modern prototype using both nature based products and bioactives can endow the voyage towards a healthy and mindful skincare journey.
