Kumkumadi Thailam

Indications

• Relieves blemishes
• Acne scars
• Dark circles
• Sun tan
• Removes white heads & black heads
• Reduces wrinkles
• Anti aging
• Improves skin tone

Usage

• 3-4 drops of oil can be massaged into the face directly .

Reference Text

• Ashtanga Hridayam

Kumkumadi Thailam, also known as kumkumadi oil, is an ayurvedic brew of various herbs that rejuvenate the skin and treat various skin problems. This oil is also used as a moisturizer and is suitable for every skin type. Irrespective of whether it is dry or oily.

It is especially ideal for sensitive, flaky, and dry skin. It is made by blending various ayurvedic herbs, flowers, and milk, converting it into one of the top beauty products that aim to lighten your complexion, remove blemishes and acne, and work against wrinkles and any signs of ageing. It can also help you with conditions like allergy, eczema, and hyper pigmentation.

The regular application of the Ayurvedic Kumkumadi Oil leads to happy and glowing skin. The basic translation of the word kumkumadi oil is saffron oil, especially for its luminescent properties.

Kumkumadi Tailam is best known for its rejuvenating properties and the property to renew the skin cells and illuminate the skin to give you a healthy and young appearance. The oil is made from twenty-six ingredients that work together to offer you the highest benefit.

Method of Preparing Kumkumadi Tailam

The first step of preparing the best kumkumadi tailam is by taking the sun-dried powdered forms of the herbs used for decoction. The herbs are then boiled to make the kwath in a suitable quantity. So, that 1/4th of the liquid remains within the vessel.

The decoction is then filtered and kept aside. The various herbs are then made into a paste using water. Finally, the Kalka paste is mixed with sesame oil, goat’s milk, and the decoction and boiled until the water evaporates and you are only left with the oil. The final touch is to add a pinch of saffron and rose water and cool it down and preserve it in a glass bottle.

The Various Ingredients and Their therapeutic Benefits

Kumkuma or Saffron

It is the main ingredient of the oil and a red thread-like pollen particle, an antioxidant famous for lightening skin color and improving the complexion.

Manjistha

It is a potent blood purifier and also helps in blood circulation. It is mainly used for enhancing the complexion and reducing pigmentation. It is also helpful in stimulating a faster healing process and reducing inflammations.

Yashtimadhu or Indian Liquorice

It provides a cool soothing sensation on the skin. It also helps in reducing itchiness, swelling, and redness in inflamed and damaged skin. Its extract is a natural alternative to chemical hydroquinone which is a skin lightening agent.

Chandana or Sandalwood

It helps to nourish the skin by reducing pimples, acne, blemishes, marks, and dullness. It also helps to reduce inflammation and treat conditions like diarrhea and piles.

Laksha

Laksha or lac is a gum-like substance obtained from the female lac insect Laccifer lacca. It is useful in almost all sorts of Skin Diseases like fungal infections, eczema, etc.

Daruharidra Or Tree Turmeric

Most commonly known as haldi is an antiseptic and an anti-inflammatory. It helps to prevent the evasion of infections and to treat various skin conditions.

Padmaja Or Indian Lotus

Rich in antioxidants and thus acts as a good conditioner for the skin. It acts as a Moisturising Agent, Heals Flaky and Dry skin, Prevents Acne Breakouts

Nilotpala Or Indian Water Lily

The water lily extracts help to brighten the complexion, soothe irritation and moisturize and regenerate the skin.

Goat Milk

It contains fatty acids that help repair the skin barrier. Probiotics help encourage the growth of skin flora, and the vitamin A present in it helps to exfoliate the skin to help get noticeable soft skin.

The best kumkumadi tailam has several skin benefits and helps to reduce inflammations and rejuvenate the skin.