Definition Ayurvedic Skin Typing Methods are diagnostic techniques used in Ayurveda to determine an individual’s prakriti-based skin constitution. These methods analyze physical, physiological, and psychological attributes—specifically through the lens of the Tridosha theory (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)—to categorize skin into specific…
Definition Dosha-Specific Skin Aging refers to the Ayurvedic understanding of how each of the three doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—influences the aging process of the skin. Aging is a natural, progressive process, but Ayurveda reveals that the type, timing, and nature…
Definition Seasonal Dosha-Skin Changes refer to the natural fluctuations in doshic dominance and skin behavior that occur with each season, as per the Ayurvedic understanding of Ritucharya (seasonal regimen). Just as the body and mind are influenced by the environment,…
Definition Tridoshic skin type is considered the most balanced and resilient among all Ayurvedic skin types. It is governed by an equilibrium of all three doshas — Vata (Air + Ether), Pitta (Fire + Water), and Kapha (Earth + Water)…
Vata-Kapha skin type is a dual-doshic skin constitution that brings together the contrasting qualities of Vata (Air + Ether) and Kapha (Earth + Water). This skin type is uniquely characterized by dryness and dullness in some areas, combined with oiliness…
Pitta-Kapha skin type is a dual-doshic skin constitution that blends the heat and reactivity of Pitta dosha with the oiliness, thickness, and stability of Kapha dosha. It represents a combination of Fire + Water (Pitta) and Earth + Water (Kapha)…
Vata-Pitta skin type is a dual-doshic skin constitution that combines the dryness and sensitivity of Vata with the heat and reactivity of Pitta. This skin type reflects a unique blend of the elemental properties of Air, Ether (Vata) and Fire,…
Kapha skin type is defined by its smooth, thick, oily, and cool qualities. Governed by the Kapha dosha — composed of Prithvi (earth) and Jala (water) elements — this skin type is naturally well-hydrated and resistant to premature aging, but…
Pitta skin type is predominantly governed by the Pitta dosha, composed of the elements Fire (Agni) and Water (Jala). This dosha expresses qualities such as ushna (hot), tikshna (sharp), dravya (liquid), and sara (fluidity). As a result, Pitta skin tends…
Vata skin type is governed by the qualities of Vata dosha, which is composed of the elements Air (Vayu) and Ether (Akasha). It reflects attributes such as ruksha (dry), laghu (light), sheeta (cold), khara (rough), sukshma (subtle), and chala (mobile).…
