Ayurveda was a very early adopter of the mantra that “beauty comes from
within.” The 5,000 year-old-science is known for extolling the benefits
of balancing the whole body, optimizing energy, and treating each individual according to her specific (constitution)—and not just finding the right facial cleanser or aesthetician.
But that doesn’t mean you should ignore skin and hair. In fact,
Ayurveda’s got more beauty practices than Estee Lauder—and they all do
double duty, boosting your overall wellness while they give you a glow.
Some of them might not sound all that intuitive—traditionally there’s a
lot more oil used than lotions or creams, and exfoliation is part of the
drill for detoxing purposes—so we asked top Ayurvedic practitioners to
share some of their favorite holistic beauty tips that you can do
easily. Put them in your routine now for that inner-outer beauty
balance.