SEASONAL MUKHA LEPA FOR ENHANCING SKIN HEALTH AND BEAUTY CARE: AN AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Dr. Kajal Morande* and Dr. Roma Gangawane

ABSTRACT

Skin is the outermost covering of our body. Skin improves aesthetic value of one’s being. Since skin is the most exposed part of the body, it is essential that it has an attractive look. A glowy and tender skin is bound to capture one’s eye and undoubtedly boosts the person physical outlook. To enhance the skin health ayurveda describes Mukh lepa. In ayurveda, the herbal paste used to cure acne, pimples, scars, markings, and pigmentation is known as “Mukha lepa.” Mukhlepa makes the skin of the face soft, tender, and glowing. This gives good nutrition to the skin. Ayurveda recognizes the influence of seasonal changes on skin health and recommends adjusting skincare and lifestyle practices accordingly; in the dry, cold winter months, moisturizing and nourishing the skin becomes particularly important, while in the hot, humid summer months, cooling and Pitta-balancing practices are emphasized. The present article provides information about various mukhlepa mention in the ayurveda classics according to seasons.

Keywords: Seasonal Mukh lepa, skin health, beauty care.