Skin · Ayurveda

The wisdom of life.

Ayurveda means “knowledge of life”. Ayurvedic practices are used to restore life and balance. The five elements — Ether, Air, Fire, Water and Earth — combine to form the three key Doshas.

Rooted in ancient wisdom
Ancient wisdom.
Modern ritual.
Natural balance.
Skin · Structure & Function

More than a surface.

The skin is one of the largest organs in the body in surface area and weight, with important roles in protection, regulation and sensation.

Epidermis
Dermis
Hypodermis
The living surface

Structure
and function.

The skin consists of two layers: the epidermis and the dermis. Beneath the dermis lies the hypodermis or subcutaneous fatty tissue.

01

Protection

Acts as a protective barrier for the body.

02

Regulation

Helps regulate body temperature and fluid balance.

03

Vitamin D

Acts as a reservoir for the synthesis of Vitamin D.

04

Sensation

Detects and relays changes in the environment.

Origins · Page 02

A wisdom
preserved.

Ayurveda is the oldest holistic healing system in the world, with its origins dating back over 5,000 years in ancient India.

It is a divine science revealed to ancient sages (rishis) through deep meditation & spiritual insight.

Atharvaveda, Charak Samhita & Sushruta Samhita are Ayurveda’s main classics, giving detailed descriptions of over 700 herbs.

Ayurveda has several formulations for management of aging & related conditions. Its literature describes over 200 herbs, minerals and fats to maintain & enhance the health and beauty of the skin.

Atharvaveda Charak Samhita Sushruta Samhita
Ancient India 5,000+
years
Ayurveda · Balance

Nature has
its own rhythm.

The term Ayurveda means “knowledge of life”. Ayurvedic practice is used to restore life & balance.

The Ayurvedic foundation

Science of
Balance

There are 5 elements (Panch Bhuta): Ether (Akasha), Air (Vayu), Fire (Agni), Water (Jala) and Earth (Prithvi). These five elements make up three key Doshas.

✦ Ether Akasha
≈ Air Vayu
◉ Fire Agni
◌ Water Jala
⌂ Earth Prithvi

Each person has a dominant Dosha, known as their “Prakriti” or constitution that shapes their physical constitution and personality.

It remains the same throughout the life, but, lifestyle, diet, stress & pollution can lead to a surge in other doshas, which can lead to skin conditions.

01 · Dosha

Vata

AIR + ETHER

Vata Dosha is represented by the combination of Air and Ether.

02 · Dosha

Pitta

FIRE + WATER

Pitta Dosha is represented by the combination of Fire and Water.

03 · Dosha

Kapha

WATER + EARTH

Kapha Dosha is represented by the combination of Water and Earth.

Vrindaam · Ayurveda

Rooted in timeless
wisdom.

Understanding the skin through its structure and function, alongside the Ayurvedic principles of balance, creates a deeper perspective on skin and wellbeing.