India, Oct. 9 -- Ayurveda, the traditional system of medicine originating in India, presents a holistic approach to skin health that integrates physical, mental, and environmental factors.

In contrast to modern dermatology, which primarily treats visible symptoms, Ayurveda emphasizes internal balance and preventive care. Skin (tvak) is regarded as an organ that reflects the state of internal health, and maintaining its vitality requires harmony among the three doshas - vata, pitta, and kapha - along with proper nutrition, sleep, and emotional stability.

Ayurvedic Understanding of Skin

According to Ayurvedic texts such as the Charaka Samhita and Sushruta Samhita, the skin comprises seven layers, each nourished by metabolic and circulato...