AYURVEDA
How to make
AYURVEDIC
FACE PACKS
Gainda Face Pack:
However, repeated use of dyes makes
the hair more vulnerable to breakage
and loss. We have formulated 100%
chemical free hair colours, containing
indigo, catechu (kaththa) and henna.
One can also prevent premature graying
with home remedies. Amla is said to
check graying. Have the juice of one
amla in a glass of water daily. It is said
to build up the immune system and
prevent degeneration. You can also add
amla to henna powder. However, henna
leaves a reddish brown colour on white
hair, as you know. It will not colour dark
hair. If you would like to try it, soak a
handful of dry amla in about 2 to 3 cups
water overnight. Next morning, strain
the water, but do not throw the water
away. Grind the amla. To the henna
powder, add the ground amla, 4
teaspoons each of lemon juice and
coffee, 2 teaspoons oil and enough
amla water, so that the henna mixes
into a thick paste. Keep the paste for
two to three hours and then apply it on
the hair, so that the entire head is
covered. Keep it on for at least two
hours and wash off with plain water.
Ask your doctor to prescribe Vitamins B-
Complex and C. Including curry leaves
in the diet is said to strengthen the hair
roots and follicles. Apply a paste of
curry leaves and wash it off after 20 to
30 minutes. Also include citrus fruits,
like oranges, lemon and grapefruit,
tomato, sprouted grains and green leafy
vegetables in your diet. They are rich in
Vitamin C, which strengthens the
immune system.
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Make a paste of Marigold (Gainda)
petals with milk and one teaspoon
honey. Apply on the face and wash it off
with water after 20 minutes. Apply the
pack twice a week. It helps to keep the
skin clear of pimples. This pack is ideal
for oily skin. For dry skin, try the same
pack with red roses, instead of Marigold.
Gram Flour and Turmeric Pack:
This is a common ayurvedic face pack.
Mix gram flour (besan) with half
teaspoon turmeric powder. Add milk or
cream of milk. Apply on the face,
avoiding the lips and area around eyes.
Wash it off as soon as it starts drying.
Sandalwood Face Pack:
Mix sandalwood powder with rose
water into a paste and apply on the
face. Wash it off after 15 minutes. This
soothes and heals pimples, and also
adds a glow to the skin.
Face Pack for all Skin Types:
Mix together 2 teaspoons choker (wheat
bran), with one teaspoon each ground
almonds, curd, honey and rose water
into a paste. Apply on the face, avoiding
lips and area around eyes. Wash it off
when it dries.
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.