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Acne and Pimples
The
vitiation of tridoshas or the three humores i.e. vata, pitta
and kapha of the body results in the incidence of acne, pimples
and blackheads. In all pitta humor is affected the most and it
happens so due to the extreme intake of alcohol, tea, and coffee,
spicy, oily and fried foods.
Stress,
tension, pollution in the external environment and chemicals
are also among the major causes that aggravate Pitta dosha and
result in acne, boils, pimples and rashes.
Acne Remedies
A thick paste made from 1 tablespoon
each of sandalwood powder and turmeric mixed with milk, is extremely
effective. A paste of nutmeg and water is also helpful.
1/2 a cup of Aloe Vera pulp
can be taken internally twice daily or applied locally to the
skin.
Before going to bed, was the
face thoroughly and then apply a paste of one Teaspoon. coriander
juice mixed with a pinch of turmeric powder.
For pimples, apply a paste made
from 1 tablespoon of cumin seeds. Remove after 1 hour.
A paste of fresh fenugreek leaves,
applied and washed off with warm water before departing to bed
averts acne. |
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