The Circle of Life -- The Zodiac Signs and the New Moon's Journey
By
Rebecca Brents

Real People
Real Lives
Real Ambitions
Real Questions

Our Premium Members
Get
Real Answers
Real Direction
Real Information
Real Advantages

Become a
Premium Member
today!!

Astrology and Karma?
Sure!

Your Horoscope holds important keys to why you are here, what you came to contribute, who you came here to be.

Get direction.
Get information.

Put your life on course as never before!! Real Astrology ...
for people who take
their lives seriously.

Order a
Karma and Destiny Reading
TODAY!!

Mirrors of Time: Using Regression for Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Healing
By
Brian L. Weiss

Sometimes getting the right answer means asking the right question.

Life is full of hints, signs, and advice ... if you know where to look and what you're looking for.

Astrology and Tarot are tools that blend free will and useful information into new dimensions of thought ... so you can discover your best options. But the choice to act is always yours.

Work with all your possibilities.

Join our
Astrology and Tarot
Premium Membership
TODAY!!

	Ayurvedic Herbal Gems Natural Support for Beautiful Skin! by Shreelata Suresh Ayurbalance
Astrology, Tarot, and Self Improvement for the New Age.

    Email This Page to a Friend    

Ayurvedic Herbal Gems
Natural Support for Beautiful Skin!
by Shreelata Suresh

On the Horizon

Our Premium Members receive this wonderful Astrology Ezine every month, containing detailed advisories and specific predictions during each new Zodiac Sign.

To learn how Life's grand scheme will claim your attention every month, become a Premium Member at Enchanted Spirit!!

Get the information you need.

Discover the difference
knowledge and preparation
can make in your life!

Join our
Astrology and Tarot
Premium Membership
today!!

One of the main reasons for ayurvedic skin care products and protocols taking the spa and beauty worlds by storm is the availability of numerous potent skin rasayanas in the ayurvedic herbal treasury. Skin rasayanas (rasa-essence, ayana-enter) are so called because of their ability to deliver penetrating holistic benefits to the skin without side effects or the damage caused by a fragmented approach to skin health.

Whatever your skin type or needs for balance, there are ayurvedic skin rasayanas that can help. Further, when used in combination, as is the ayurvedic tradition, you derive the added benefit of synergy, with the combined formulation being exponentially more beneficial than any single herb in the formulation.

The therapeutic value of the rasayanas is maximized when they are used in natural formulations in combination with emollients such as milk, cream, yogurt or honey, exfoliating substances such as natural clay, salts, grain or lentil flours, vegetable base oils, and floral waters or pure essential oils to act as the yogavahi--the carrier of the healing values of the herbs to the cells and tissues.

Both the herbs themselves, as well as the other ingredients in the formulations, can be chosen specifically for a skin type, or balanced to suit all skin types. Formulations that are tridoshic--suitable for all skin types--generally have many more herbs and ingredients to avoid aggravating an individual dosha. The herbs should not be exposed to high temperatures, and should be of high quality and not old.

Formulations that add herbs to chemical bases or that contain artificial preservatives or fragrances are not as useful in maintaining skin health and appearance because the herbs in such formulations are "dead."

Vata skin, space or air predominant, is delicate and tends to be naturally dry. Skin rasayanas that benefit Vata skin are mainly nourishing, with subsidiary properties such as enhancing natural glow or purifying the skin.

Such herbs also balance Vata dosha in the physiology, calming and settling the mind and supporting stress management and mind/body coordination so that the ravages of worry and excessive mental pressure do not show up on the skin as fine lines, sagging and bags under the eyes. Nourishment and deep, ongoing rehydration are essential if Vata skin is to look healthy, plump and youthful.

Brahmi, Shatavari, Amla and Ashwagandha are potent Vata-pacifying skin rasayanas that help support skin elasticity, moisture balance, texture and radiance. They are ultra-nourishing, helping to regenerate skin cells and keep skin looking youthful.

Triphala is also excellent for Vata skin because it combines nourishment with a gentle detoxifying effect that enhances skin clarity. Rasayana formulations for Vata skin combine these herbs with nourishing oils and Vata-balancing aromas.

Pitta skin, fire predominant, is sensitive and is generally neither dry nor oily. Skin rasayanas that support the health of Pitta skin are mainly cooling and soothing, with some element of nourishing and purifying as well.

These rasayanas also balance Pitta in the physiology, balancing the emotions and strengthening the heart/mind coordination so that the inner serenity and emotional balance are reflected on the skin as a healthy glow and brightness, and "angry" eruptions and redness are avoided. Pitta skin also requires protection, because it tends to be more photosensitive than other types of skin.

Amla, Bhringaraj, Kumari (aloe vera), White Sandalwood, Red Sandalwood and Lajawanti (Mimosa) are considered the pre-eminent Pitta-pacifying skin rasayanas. They draw out excess heat, support the skin natural ability to withstand the ravages of the environment, and keep skin clear and healthy.

They nourish sensitive skin tissue without irritating it. Triphala, Manjistha and Neem are also helpful for Pitta skin because they purify and clarify the skin without depleting it of moisture or youthfulness. Rasayana formulations for Pitta skin combine these herbs with soothing oils and Pitta-balancing aromas.

Kapha skin, water or earth predominant, is oily, and tends to be congested and susceptible to attracting dust and grime. Skin rasayanas for Kapha skin are therefore first purifiers that detoxify and clarify, with subsidiary properties of being nourishing and rejuvenating.

These herbs also balance Kapha dosha in the physiology, invigorating the mind and body so that the skin appears "alive" and vital, and retarding the lethargy that dulls Kapha skin.

Neem, Manjistha (Indian Madder), Triphala, Tulsi (Holy Basil) and Turmeric are potent Kapha-balancing skin rasayanas. They help detoxify the skin while nourishing it at the same time. They balance oil content in the skin and enhance clarity and brightness. Because of their effective detoxification properties, these rasayanas keep Kapha skin squeaky clean, so that it stays healthy and naturally radiant.

Rasayana formulations for Kapha skin combine these herbs with light oils and Kapha-balancing aromas. Tridoshic formulations draw on skin rasayanas from each group to offer the combined benefits of nourishment, detoxification, protection and balanced temperature.

Note: This ayurvedic information is educational, and is not intended to replace standard medical care or advice. Consult your physician before making changes to your diet or lifestyle.

(c) 2005 Shreelata Suresh, All rights reserved.

Enchanted Spirit assumes no liability for health care recommendations or treatments discussed by individual authors whose work is published on our website.

The information here is offered to help in your research and investigation of possible ways to manage your own health care issues. Common sense as well as solid professional advice from your own trusted medical care specialist or personal holistic health care practitioner should always be part of managing your health care choices.

Shreelata Suresh is a yoga instructor who lives in the Bay Area. She writes for various publications on yoga, ayurveda and Indian culture. For more articles on ayurveda and premier ayurvedic products, please visit Ayurbalance.

Feeling without judgement is a washy draught indeed;
but judgement untempered by feeling is too bitter and husky a morsel
for human deglutition.
~ Charlotte Bronte ~
Author of Jane Eyre
Born April 21, 1816

Please click on the titles to visit these fine areas of Enchanted Spirit

---

	PO Box 1080 Sandia Park · NM · 87047

Enchanted Spirit is a non-denominational spiritual center of healing, support, self-improvement, personal guidance, education and writing. We publish multi-media works of New Age thought and information to encourage serenity and growth in individual life choices, advance the universal search for life's meaning, and promote tolerance for positive ideas from all philosophies and religious traditions, believing as we do that truth is where you find it.

---

This site is hosted and maintained for Enchanted Spirit by

Catweasel Ink

Copyright © 1999 - 2008 by Enchanted Spirit and Catweasel Ink.
Contributed works copyright by their respective authors. All rights reserved.
Unauthorized reproduction specifically prohibited.

Last updated August 22nd, 2005

Rebecca is not available
right now.


Please check back
later
CLICK HERE FOR
MORE INFO

Astrology is for Believers.

With Real Astrology as your compass, you can recognize what's right for you, work with your natural gifts and rhythms, understand the dynamics of your relationships, and take your place more easily in Life's natural flow.

Real Astrology ...
for people who take
their lives seriously.

Join our
Astrology and Tarot
Premium Membership
TODAY!!

You arrived in
this life with

Karmic gifts and talents

Karmic responsibilities

Karmic challenges

Karmic work to do

Order a
Karma and Destiny
reading

Learn what life is
asking of you.

The Secrets of Your Rising Sign: The Astrological Key to Getting What You Want
By
William Lamb, Webb Harris Jr.