Fall Essentials: Restore Moisture and Prevent Dryness with Ayurveda
Welcome to Flawless Friday, where I share skincare, scalp care, and beauty remedies using natural ingredients straight from your pantry. Many common skin issues can be addressed with the power of nature, and Ayurveda teaches that our skin reflects what’s happening within. This is why skin care in Ayurveda goes beyond topical treatments, emphasizing balanced digestion, circulation, and metabolism.
Skin problems typically vary with each person’s unique constitution, or dosha. For example, if you have a Vata body type, you may experience dry, cool, and cracked skin, often leading to flaky patches, early signs of aging, and fine lines. If you’re a Pitta type, your skin may tend toward flushes, sensitivity, and acne, along with inflammation and a heightened response to sun exposure. A Kapha body type usually has oily skin that may appear dull or lack radiance. This is why Ayurveda takes an individualized approach to skincare rather than a one-size-fits-all solution, promoting remedies that address underlying imbalances.
Although Ayurveda recommends a comprehensive approach, there are simple natural remedies you can try at home to support your skin. By adjusting your diet, using beneficial herbs, and trying out pantry-based skincare, you can help alleviate common skin issues.
Ayurvedic Remedy for Fall Dry Skin
One of the most frequent skin concerns in the fall is dryness. Despite all efforts, skin can sometimes feel persistently dry, flaky, and dull, with cracked nails and rough patches. Fortunately, nature provides seasonal ingredients, like cherries, that can help nourish your skin in alignment with Ayurveda’s principles.
Benefits of Cherry for Dry Skin
In Ayurveda, the foods and herbs that flourish each season are best suited to support our health in that time of year. For fall, cherries are an excellent choice to hydrate and rejuvenate dry skin. Rich in antioxidants and polyphenols, such as anthocyanins and phenolic acids, cherries help protect and repair skin while combating dryness. Anthocyanins not only give cherries their vibrant red hue but also offer potent anti-inflammatory properties that soothe irritation and help counteract oxidative stress, a common cause of dry skin. Phenolic acids further protect your skin from free radicals and help replenish moisture, especially after summer’s intense sun exposure.
DIY Cherry Face Mask for Fall
Give your skin a natural glow with this simple, hydrating cherry mask. It’s easy to make and can help alleviate the dryness of fall.
Ingredients:
- Fresh Cherries
- Organic Honey (optional)
Method:
- Take a handful of fresh cherries, pit them, and mash them into a smooth paste.
- Add a small amount of honey if desired, and mix well.
- Apply this mixture to clean skin and leave it on for about 15 minutes.
- Rinse off with warm water and follow up with your regular moisturizer.
This natural remedy will leave your skin feeling refreshed, hydrated, and glowing.
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Reference:
Kim, D.-W., Jung, D.-H., Sung, J., Min, I. S., & Lee, S.-J. (2021, March 13). Tart cherry extract containing chlorogenic acid, quercetin, and Kaempferol inhibits the mitochondrial apoptotic cell death elicited by airborne PM10 in human epidermal keratinocytes. Antioxidants (Basel, Switzerland). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8001120/