Ayurveda advocates a holistic, balanced approach to life with regard to body, mind and spirit. Skin is a direct reflection of what goes on internally – the ultimate indicator of whether the three are in balance. It is only when all three are in perfect harmony that you radiate not only outer but also inner beauty.
‘Ojas’, in Ayurveda, is the unifying factor of the three vital essences of beauty described above. Together the three constitute true or lasting beauty. The radiance of absolute beauty is an inner vitality, a sensation of bliss, lustrous hair, glowing skin, clear shining eyes, and an ‘inner fire’; which according to Ayurveda is a phenomenon produced by the presence of ‘ojas’.
This special quality is the by-product of healthy body tissue, which adds grace in movement and the subtle qualities of freshness and vitality. It also gives a certain compelling magnetism to one’s personality.
The Gold standard of skin is perhaps most obviously that of an infant’s – soft, bright, supple, smooth, and free from blemishes. Ojas is also naturally highest at birth and diminishes with age, which is why the very young look so effortlessly vibrant.
According to Kashyap Samhita, the ancient scripture of Ayurveda, a woman is known as Yuwati from 13 years onwards. It is from here, or the onset of puberty, when the devolution of skin often begins.
One experiences hormonal changes alongside environmental effects, lifestyle changes such as smoking, drinking, or unhealthy diets, and stress, all of which may combine to cause an imbalance to the body, mind and spirit – a depletion of Ojas.
For instance, oiliness, breakouts, acne are common problems during these years which can render skin susceptible to premature ageing and long-term damage.
Therefore, for Ayurveda, the key to good skin and the best age-defying mechanism is an early and comprehensive start to skin care. However, this is not to say that constant devolution of skin is inevitable, that the blueprint of ageing is predetermined or that if you did not start in your teenage years nothing can be done at present.
According to Ayurveda, one of the ways we can replenish Ojas to the skin on our face is by regularly moisturizing and massaging it.
The exceptionally rich and light textured moisturiser with SPF – Soundarya High Performance Cream with 24K Gold and SPF 30 uses the power of pure 24 Karat Gold Bhasma and potent infusions of Saffron, Ayurvedic herbs and cold pressed oils to replenish the skin for a youthful glow. This helps in restoring the skin’s natural elasticity. SPF 30 protects skin from the harmful effects of the sun.
- Gold Bhasma: is prepared according to the tenets of Rasa Shastra – the unique branch of Ayurveda which combines metals with medicinal herbs. This cream is infused with 24K Gold Bhasma (Colloidal Gold) that improves the elasticity and firmness of the skin and helps delay ageing.
- Potent Ayurvedic herbs blend in pure cow’s milk: Herbs like Ashwagandha, Turmeric and Saffron increase vitality and add low to the skin, while improving its complexion.
Use this high protectant cream daily as a face moisturizer to protect & nourish the skin.
Directions: After cleansing & toning, take a small amount of the Soundarya High Performance Cream and massage gently using upward strokes, on the face and neck.
Essential Tip: Use the Reviving Sanjeevani Beauty Elixir as a pre-moisturizer, before applying the Soundarya High Performance Cream.
Recommended Skin Type: For all skin types except acne prone skin.
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