Introduction

What is holistic beauty? Why is everybody talking about it? Holistic beauty is an all-encompassing approach to a healthy body, mind, and soul, which will eventually result in radiant and healthier looking skin.

In a world of quick-fixes, holistic beauty is all about giving time to your body, mind, soul and trusting longer processes to achieve deeper results.

Correlation Between Ayurveda and Holistic Skincare

Ayurveda and holistic skincare are correlated, wherein both of them recommend using natural products along with inculcating healthy habits in your daily lifestyle like exercising, hydrating yourself, eating nutritious food, getting adequate amount of sleep, and removing all toxins (like skin dirt and toxic humans) from your body and life!

It is true when people say, “when you start glowing from within, you shine on the outside.” Skin plays a vital role in our lives; it is essential we give it equal importance too. Very often we see people not taking care of their skin and are most likely to see it being damaged by external aggressors like pollution, dirt, and bad habits. It is imperative that you take charge of your skin, body and mind. Exactly what holistic beauty is all about! It takes care of your holistic skin.

Seven Ways to Approach Holistic Beauty Therapy

• 1.Hydration

  Water is crucial for glowing skin. You should drink at least 2-3 liters a day. Hydration maintains moisture levels in the body and helps in neutralizing radicals for anti-ageing. It promotes skin brightening and weight loss as well. Water does not have a direct impact on skin hydration, but it helps the other organs function smoothly, maintains blood flow throughout the body, and hydrates skin cells resulting in glowing, radiating, and healthy looking skin.

  

• 2.Beauty sleep

  Getting enough sleep is often a neglected practice in one’s life. Lack of sleep leads to dark circles, saggy skin, and depletion of proteins needed for glowing skin. Inadequate sleep depletes skin cells of their natural repairing and rejuvenation processes. Sleep helps us in a range of ways. It’s only when your mind and body are at rest, does your skin get the time to rejuvenate and restore its cells to produce collagen. Only getting your beauty sleep will help you achieve that beautiful, glowing, and youthful skin.

• 3.Nutritious Food

  You are what you eat. Antioxidant-rich fruits, green leafy vegetables, and good fats help in providing key nutrients for nourished skin. Foods like avocado, walnuts, blueberries, and flax seeds aid in the maintenance of healthy skin. Greasy, sugary, and junk food leads to inflammation and dull skin. Hence, you should be mindful of what you are putting inside your body. Healthy and nutritious food promotes a healthy gut. When your gut is healthy, you eventually feel fitter and more active, which then manifests on your skin through a beaming glow. It is a proactive approach towards achieving healthy skin.

  Detox juices comprising various leafy vegetables, beetroot, and water-rich fruits enhance skin’s natural glow and keep the gut healthy.

• 4.Protection from UV Rays

  Sunscreen is the most important part of any skincare routine. It protects you from harmful UV rays which cause skin cancer, hyperpigmentation, and sunburns. It acts like an umbrella for your skin, giving it immense protection, alleviating premature aging, and preventing it from several other sun-related illnesses. Sunscreen helps maintain an even skin tone and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

• 5.Exercising

  Ever heard of endorphins? Exercising releases endorphins (pain relievers) which instantly boost your mood. They also promote blood circulation, flow of oxygen, and reduce risks from chronic skin diseases like acne and eczema. One must exercise at least four times a week. Exercising also aids the skin cells in discharging off toxins, resulting in glowing skin. It even outs skin tone and also helps brighten skin.

• 6.Positivity

  Positive thinking and an upbeat attitude towards life can also help you in the nourishment of your skin. It isn’t just your appearance but also your attitude that can trick you into thinking you’re younger than you are. When you think positively, you create an aura that radiates happiness and attracts people towards you. It’s simple: When you feel beautiful on the inside, it translates to positivity on the outside too! Mediation also has an ample number of benefits. It helps in releasing stress and feeling happier and more energetic. Morning and night affirmations also help you in boosting confidence, finding inner mental peace, and having a positive outlook towards life.

  

• 7.Drinking ghee

  Shocking, right? Ghee is classified as a staple in any Indian household. One tablespoon of ghee acts as a natural lubricant which moisturizes the skin and gives it a radiating glow. You could consume your daily dose of ghee in multiple ways: on your chapatis, in your dal, in detox juices or have one spoon of it first thing in the morning. It also alleviates signs of aging and nourishes skin, simultaneously. Rich in omega fatty acids and antioxidants, ghee is beneficial for glowing and healthier looking skin.

Conclusion

Holistic beauty culture isn’t just a marketing gimmick or strategy that will fade away. It is a way of living, a lifestyle! If you want long-lasting results, you should start practicing these seven holistic beauty rituals, right away! Pampering yourself and taking care of your skin internally and externally will help you achieve your skin goals and change your outlook towards mental and physical well-being as well.