Everyone wants bright glowing skin all year round and we have an Ayurvedic solution to achieve that – Manjistha.

When it comes to skincare, Team Soundaryah makes no compromises. We always inculcate the best natural ingredients in our range of products because we care about your well-being as much as you do. We also make it a point to educate our readers about these ingredients. That being said, we are going to discuss one of the most important multifaceted ingredients in Ayurveda – Manjistha. Manjistha is known by different names in different parts of the world. Few of the common names include Aromatic madder, Indian madder, Munjeet Madder wort, Bengal madder, Rubia root, and Runas.

Since the Vedic period, Manjistha denoted as "Atreya Aranyaka” has been mentioned by the ancient Indian sage and physician, Charaka, as a "rejuvenative herb" that has a lot of detoxifying properties. Manjistha is known as a magic herb for various skin and health related issues. Manjistha is the stem of the madder plant and is actively employed in various medicinal and Ayurvedic preparations. Ayurvedic texts describe its qualities to be: radiance enhancing, blood soothing and blood purifying. Chemically, Manjistha contains glycosides known as manjisthin and purpurin, along with resins, lime salts and coloring agents.

Ayurveda acknowledges Manjistha as a well-known one-step remedy for various skin conditions. Owing to its blood purifying properties which helps in removing toxins from the blood, it helps in treating a host of skin infections as well.

Benefits of Manjistha for Flawless Skin

1. Treats Acne

The anti-bacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities of Manjistha are beneficial for the skin. Manjistha extract inhibits the acne-causing bacteria and is helpful in managing external inflammations like ulcers and skin conditions. You can reduce inflammation and rashes on your skin, caused by acne, with the use of Manjistha oil due to its anti-inflammatory property.

At Soundaryah, we have curated an Anti-Acne Fake Pack which is all-natural Ayurvedic treatment most effective for healing sensitive skin prone to acne, inflammation, rashes, blackheads and scarring.

• Mix 2 tbsp Soundaryah’s Anti Acne Healing Face Pack in a bowl.
• Add sufficient water/yoghurt* to form a thick wet paste and leave the mixture aside for 2-3 minutes.
• Before application splash face with lukewarm water and gently pat dry.
• Now apply the pack all over the face and neck area and relax for 15 minutes or till the pack is semi-dry.
• Wash off with lukewarm water in very gentle circular motions.
• Finally splash face with cool water to close off pores and pat dry.
• Use the face pack twice a week for active acne and once a week for lightening acne scars. Can be used daily for spot treatment on active pimples and scars.
• To choose the perfect base for your skin use :-plain filtered water if the weather is humid and warm or your skin feels oily and sticky.-yoghurt if the weather is cold or your skin feels dry and stretchy.

2. Reduces Hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation is a skin condition in which certain parts of your skin become darker than the rest. The reason behind this is excessive production of melanin, which forms a bundle and gets deposited within your deeper skin tissues. Manjistha is a beneficial solution for this skin condition. Manjistha acts as an effective blood purifier which helps in the removal of toxins from your body. This herb inhibits the enzyme tyrosinase which is responsible for melanin production. The detoxifying and potent antioxidant properties of Manjistha lessen cell damage caused by free radicals.

3. Augments Skin Health and Slows Ageing

Manjistha not only helps in shielding the skin from oxidative radical damage due to the harmful UVA and UVB rays, but also reduces the risk of the various signs of aging like wrinkles, blemishes, spots, fine lines, and dark circles. It is also beneficial for treating allergic conditions like acne, pimples, zits, psoriasis, scabies, eczema and many more. Fun fact: It is even useful in healing cracked heels.

Make a paste of 1 tbsp aloe vera gel, 1 tsp Manjistha powder, 1 tsp neem powder, pinch of turmeric and rose water. Apply this paste all over the face and neck for a radiant, blemish-free glowing complexion.

4. Brightens Skin

Manjistha is most popularly used for its skin brightening benefits. It helps nourish the skin, improve the elasticity of skin cells, even out skin tone. It helps in deeply healing, nourishing and rejuvenating the skin! Therefore, we have an ancient ayurvedic potion for enhancing and brightening facial skin tone through the healing action of precious florals and herbs.

• Mix 2 tbsp Soundaryah’s Brightening Face Masque in a bowl.
• Add sufficient water/yoghurt* to form a thick wet paste and leave the mixture aside for 2-3 minutes.
• Before application splash face with lukewarm water and gently pat dry.
• Now apply the pack all over the face and neck area and relax for 15 minutes or till the pack is semi-dry.
• Wash off with lukewarm water in very gentle circular motions.
• Finally splash face with cool water to close off pores and pat dry.
• Use the face pack twice a week for effortlessly glowing and youthful skin
• *To choose the perfect base for your skin use :
• -plain filtered water if the weather is humid and warm or your skin feels oily and sticky.
• -yoghurt/full fat milk if the weather is cold or your skin feels dry and stretchy.

5. Helps in Treating Vitiligo

Those suffering from vitiligo can use Manjistha for a cure. This herb possesses several strong properties that are beneficial in the management of various diseases including vitiligo. It helps to restore the normal skin color and prevents the progress of the condition on the skin.

The amount of time that it takes for Manjistha to work depends on the condition and its severity. Various studies have shown that those who had eczema saw a significant improvement in the condition two weeks after using Manjistha. Few others saw a 50 percent improvement in just 4 days.

Manjistha is an incredible blood-purifying herb that has immense regenerative properties. However, pne should be careful while taking this herb if he or she is already taking some anti-coagulant medications as Manjistha too has anti-platelet action. Moreover, since there is no reliable information of the effects of Manjistha during pregnancy or lactation period, hence it is suggested that pregnant women and breast-feeding mothers should avoid using this humble herb without medical supervision.

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