Kunkumadi Tailam

 KUNKUMADITAILAM

Skin not only serves as a protective cover but is closely associated with several important physical functions. As the most exposed organ of the body, it is susceptible to many diseases. The causes of skin ailments are wide ranging which are imbalanced diet, atmospheric pollution, unhealthy lifestyle, stress, hormonal imbalance, etc. Hence, there is a need for simple herbal formulation, which can act as a complete pack to fulfil the requirements of skin.
Kunkumaditailam is one such preparation mentioned in the classical Ayurvedic text Ashtangahridayam consisting of many precious ingredients. The name implies the use of high-quality saffron. The raw materials for preparing the oil are tested in our quality control laboratory which is accredited by the department of AYUSH. The high-quality saffron is procured from Kashmir and tested by using a spectrophotometer. The organoleptic properties of the finished product are checked by experienced senior doctors of Arya Vaidya Sala. This oil is an ayurvedic medicine that is in use for several centuries. Regular use of this oil, ensures lustre of the skin. This unique combination of oil with its natural ingredients is formulated in such a way to help skin look young and healthy. Kunkumdaitailam improves complexion, makes skin fair, add radiance to skin and also reverses sun tan, and treats patchy skin.

Now let us analyze the ingredients in this Kunkumadi oil

1. Tailam- Sesamum indicum
   Sesame oil is beneficial for skin health, prevents skin problems and improves colour of the skin. It contains anti-oxidants, reduces cell damage, moisturises the skin, promotes regeneration of skin and has anti-ageing properties.
2. Kunkuma- Crocus sativus
   The dried stigmas of saffron are used in the preparation of this oil. It is anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory and helps to fight acne and pigmentation. It improves the colour of skin. Chemical composition of saffron is moisture, protein, fat, minerals, mainly calcium, phosphorous, potassium, sodium, zinc and manganese in small quantities, crude fibre, and carbohydrates. The medicinal properties of saffron are due to the presence of phytochemicals crocin, picrocrocin and safranal.
3. Usira- Vetiveria zizanioides
   Vetiver moisturises the skin, delays ageing, boosts the growth of new cells, reduces scars, blemishes the marks due to acne and provides cooling to the body.
4. Kaliya- Santalum album (sub.)
   Sandalwood helps nourish the skin, inhibits undesirable cell growth, anti-microbial, and anti-inflammatory, it also reduces dryness of the skin, replenishes moisture in skin, and gives a cooling effect on skin.
5. Laksha– Laccifer lacca
   Lac helps to improve the colour of skin and heals the skin diseases. It is anti- inflammatory and anti-pruritic.
6. Yashtyahva– Glycyrrhiza glabra
   The phytochemicals in liquorice soothens the skin, reduces hyperpigmentation and contains anti-oxidants which protects the skin. It is anti-inflammatory also.
7. Chandana- Santalum album
   Sandalwood helps to nourish the skin, reduces dryness of skin, replenishes moisture in skin and imparts a cooling effect on skin. It is anti-microbial, anti –inflammatory and inhibits undesirable cell growth.
8. Nyagrodha– Ficus benghalensis
   The banyan tree is anti-pruritic, anti-inflammatory, improves complexion and heals the skin problems.
9. Padmaka– Prunus cerasoides
   Himalyan cherry is very useful in skin ailments and improves the complexion. It is anti-pruritic and with anti-melanogenesis activity.
10. Padmakesara- Nelumbo nucifera
    Lotus contains anti-oxidants, flavonoids, vitamins and polyphenols which helps to improve the health of the skin, cooling in nature and prevents skin disorders.
11. Nilolpala– Monochoria vaginalis
    Monochoria has a soothing, cooling effect. It contains phytochemicals that improves the beauty of the skin.
12. Manjishtha– Rubia cordifolia
    The anti bacterial, anti microbial and anti pruritic activities of Indian madder protects the skin and helps to keep the radiance of skin.
13. Patanga– Caesalpinia sappan
    Sappan wood helps to cure the allergic skin rashes and swellings. It contains anti-oxidants beneficial for skin health.
14. Ajakshira- Goat’s milk
    Goat milk contains fatty acids, probiotics, Vitamin A and lactic acid. It helps to improve skin health. It moisturises and nourishes the skin.

 Usage:

Kunkumaditailam can be used for Nasya (nasal administration of medicine) and for external application. Nasyakarma is an ayurvedic detoxification therapy which is suppose to prevent diseases of head, ear, nose, throat and brain and improves complexion. Instil 1-2 drops of Kunkumaditailam in each nostril, in the morning.The external application of Kunkumaditailam helps to improve the health and complexion of skin. Take a few drops of Kunkumaditailam on finger tips and apply over face, massage gently, leave it for half an hour and wash off with Skin protection soap.

The usage of this oil can be only after consulting an ayurveda practitioner as allergic skin rashes may occur in some people while using the oil. In such cases immediately discontinue the usage of this medicine and consult an ayurveda practitioner.