A review on Ayurvedic perspective of herbal cosmetics with special reference to Sharangdhara Samhita
Sharada Chikurte , Jui S. Tamhankar
Abstract:
Introduction- The history of beauty and cosmetics goes way back in time. In today's era, the demand and need of society for beautification has increased tremendously. Along with it, the beauty problems are also increasing due to stressful lifestyle, pollution and over use of cosmetics. In ayurveda, the concept of beauty has an age-old origin, which believes that true beauty is composed of well-nourished body, balanced mind, and peaceful spirit. Thereis great demand of ayurveda in the field of cosmetology, due to its unique concepts, long lasting effect, and natural ingredients with less or no side effects. Being one of the important samhita of ayurveda, Sharangdhara Samhita contributes very significant knowledge about herbal cosmetics. It contains many cosmetic yogas related to conditions like indralupta, vyanga etc. It has separate chapter on lepas which deal with many cosmetic problems.
Methodology- Relevant literature was collected from Sharangdhara Samhita. Herbal cosmetic formulations were carried out and presented in a tabular form along with its ingredients, Form of administration, Rogadhikara and References.
Conclusion- Sharangdhar Samhita consists of different herbal cosmetic yogas which can provide long lasting cosmetic benefits along with therapeutic purpose. So, this review focuses on such herbal cosmetics from Sharangdhara Samhita which can be used in regular cosmetic practices for better results with less side effects.
Key Words: Herbal cosmetics, Sharangdhara Samhita, cosmetic yogas, lepas, cosmetics, Ayurvedic cosmeceuticals