Wrinkles Causes & Treatment in Ayurveda

What are some common causes and treatment of wrinkles according to Ayurveda?

These are:-

• Wrinkles are a natural part of aging and are commonly seen on sun-exposed areas such as the face, neck, hands, and forearms.
• Aging causes the skin to become thinner, drier, and less elastic, making it more susceptible to damage, resulting in lined, wrinkled, and creased skin.
• In Ayurveda, wrinkles are referred to as "Vali" and are considered a primary sign of aging, characterized by the shrinking (Samkocha) of the skin.
• Factors involved in the formation of wrinkles include the "Rasa Dhatu" (plasma), "Mamsa Dhatu" (muscles), and "Vata Dosha".
• A person's Prakruti (constitution), the condition of their Dhatu (tissues), dietary habits, exposure to dust and UV rays, certain skin conditions, and smoking are major causes of wrinkles.
• Ayurvedic practices such as Nasya (application of oil to the nose) and Abhyanga (oil massage) are recommended for preventing wrinkles and delaying their appearance.
• Remedies like Sneha (oil) and Avaleha (medicated ghee) are believed to be more effective than other treatments for both preventing and treating wrinkles.

Source:- 1. KULKARNI, SACHIN & JAIN, SIDDHARTH. (2022). CONCEPT OF WRINKLES IN AYURVEDA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO AGEING. INDIAN JOURNAL OF APPLIED RESEARCH. 10. 60-62. 

Source:- 2. Datta, H. S., & Paramesh, R. (2010). Trends in aging and skin care: Ayurvedic concepts. Journal of Ayurveda and integrative medicine, 1(2), 110–113. https://doi.org/10.4103/0975-9476.65081