you look well groomed. Many beauty
problems are triggered off by stress.
Since yoga helps to induce relaxation
and reduce stress, it helps in dealing
with stress-related conditions like
acne, hair loss, dandruff, etc. Studies
conducted on those who practice yoga
have shown that it has a direct effect
on the mind, emotions and mood. In
fact, Yoga is a regular stress-buster and
puts the glow back on you skin. Feeling
good will make you look good too!
As we all know, Yoga deals with
physical exercises, called “Asanas,”
which entails the assuming of well
defined poses, with precise results.
Yoga helps in dealing with beauty
problems that are triggered by stress,
like acne. Asanas for acne help to
reduce stress and also keep the system
flushed, getting rid of toxins and
wastes. The asanas that help acne are
Uttanasana – This is a standing and
forward bending pose, in which the
body is fully bent, with hands holding
the ankles, and Kapalbhati – a
breathing exercise. In this, the exhaling
of breath is done with a little force. It is
said to help remove carbon dioxide
and purify the blood. This also helps to
decongest the system.
Surya Namaskar is ideal, as it exercises
the entire body and has a rejuvenating
effect on both body and mind. It is a set
of 12 poses or “asanas,” in a particular
sequence, accompanied by controlled
breathing. It helps the organ systems to
stay healthy, apart from keeping the
body youthful and the mind calm. It is
ideal for delaying the visible signs of
ageing on both body and face.
According to Yoga, the body is the
temple of the soul, because it helps us
connect with our inner self. The appeal
of Yoga lies in its numerous benefits, as
it works on the muscle groups,
increases vitality, tones the internal
organs, stimulates the nerve centres,
relieves stress and clears the mind.
Yoga can be included in any exercise
programme, but it is best learnt under
supervision and guidance.
About the author:
Shahnaz Husain, pioneer and leader of the
herbal beauty care movement, based on
Ayurveda, has received unprecedented
international acclaim for taking the Indian
herbal heritage worldwide with a crusader’s
zeal. Today, as CMD of the Shahnaz Husain
Group of Companies, she heads the largest
organization of its kind in the world with a
global network of franchise salons, spas,
beauty training academies, retail outlets, as
well as 375 formulations for beauty and
health care. Shahnaz Husain has marketed
India’s 5000 year old ancient civilization in
a jar and created an international market
for Ayurvedic beauty care. Shahnaz Husain
has received several prestigious
international awards, including the
“Outstanding Ayurvedic Innovation
Award” in the British Parliament, and the
World’s Greatest Woman Entrepreneur
Award from Success, the U.S. based
Business Magazine. She was also conferred
Golden Peacock Award in London, by
Theresa May and the Padma Shri Award by
the Government of India for exceptional
service towards the country and
distinguished achievement in her chosen
field.
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