AYURVEDA: A BOON IN COSMETOLOGY - A REVIEW ARTICLE

Uniyal Priyanka*, Bhatkoti Mayank and Pandey Shikha

ABSTRACT

Cosmetics are the substances which are applied externally to improve the appearance and personality of an individual. They enhance beauty and self-confidence by looking, smelling and feeling good. According to Drug and Cosmetics Act (india) 1940 cosmetics may be defined as, any substances intended to be rubbed, poured, sprinkled or otherwise applied to human for cleansing, beautifying, promoting attractiveness or altering the appearance.[1] Fed-up of using synthetic cosmetic products and treatments, which have short-term result and much more side-effects? To overcome this issue of present scenario, role of Ayurveda therapies and natural herbal products proves boon in cosmetology. Ayurveda believes that, the Cosmetic approach is related to the healthy status of the body as well as mind. The combination of physical, mental and spiritual Beauty, projects the Cosmetic sense of Ayurveda. Since ancient time india is a well-known heritage of herbal products which are used as cosmetics in the form of Anjana karma, Abhayanga, Udvartana and various types of Alepam. Panchakarma is one of the fundamental segment of Ayurveda. The principles of Panchakarma based on cleansing of metabolic toxins from body to maintain an optimum state of physiological balance, sustains health and longevity. The role of Ayurveda in the field of cosmetology came into limelight due to cost effective natural products having long-lasting results. Rising awareness towards body aesthetics leads to huge demand for natural cosmetic products, which is giving us a call to promote and develop Ayurveda in cosmetology.

Keywords: Ayurveda, Cosmetology, Rejuvination, Panchakarma.