A REVIEW ARTICLE ON FUNDAMENTALS OF AYURVEDA COSMETOLOGY

Abstract

Cosmetology is a widely discussed subject of modern era. Everyone wants to look attractive, for which they are experimenting on different products. There arises a demand for ayurveda cosmetology. Ayurveda promises results holistically which includes your body, soul, and mind, so when it comes to Ayurveda cosmetology also, it beautifies both from within and out. Ayurveda cosmetology includes shodhana chikithsa(elimination therapy) for elimination of Ama and bahu dosha, as well as samana chikitsa for balancing on tridoshas,  agni(digestive fire) and proper nourishment of saptha dhathus. Correcting on Rithucharya, dinacharya and pathya ahara vihara helps in proper metabolism, which in turn maintains a healthy body and thus a healthy skin. This review article is trying to collect what are the basics of Ayurveda cosmetology.