Skin Disease

Skin is an important sense organ. The senses of touch, pain, temperature, pressure are all felt by it. It is believed to be derived from mother. It gives external covering to the whole body.
ayurveda states that the skin has seven layers. The seven layers of skin get their nutrition from muscles. It is known as a secondary tissue product of the blood because it only mimics the elements in beholding the body. It does not give nutrition to the other elements constituting the body.

As skin is a secondary tissue product of the blood, it is said to be a mirror that reflects the qualities of the blood and the body's plasma tissue. Hence it is a common saying that 'glowing skin is the result of good quality plasma and blood.

What are the characteristics of an ideal skin(Twak Sar / Ras Sar) ?
1. People with ideal skin have soft, oily, thin, smooth and lustrous skin.
They have soft, thin, scanty, oily, black and deep-rooted hair.
2. Eye - brows and eyelashes are black and smooth.
3. They have good eye - sight.
4. In their eyes, pupils, cornea and sclera are very well differentiated.
5. Mouth, Lips, Palate and Tongue are unctuous and oily.
6. These persons do not suffer from skin diseases and their wounds heal quickly.
7. They are intelligent and learned and have the necessary means and wealth to beget worldly pleasures.
8. They like music.
They love their family, nation, estate, and property.
9. They enjoy a long, healthy and happy life.
10. Here we are listing a few common problems we encounter in day to day life related to skin.
What is DANDRUFF
Dandruff is a common scalp condition in which the dead skin is shed producing irritating white flakes. Dandruff frequently accompanies scalp disease and is a primary cause of baldness and general hair loss. It is frequently brought about by digestive disturbances. It is highly dependent on the general health of the entire body.
According to modern science it is a fungal infection thriving on the dead skin of the scalp and can spread on the body superficially. It occurs due to poor hygiene.
What are the symptoms ?
White flakes appear on the hair and fall onto the shoulders and clothes. There may be itching, scaling and redness of the scalp. Dandruff may also occur on other skin surfaces such as the face,chest and back. Yellow crusting may appear

What is fungal infections ?
Fungal infections are usually of the skin, but sometimes involve other organs too. These infections are due to fungal organisms (simple parasitic life forms including molds, mildew and yeast) called mycoses.
SYMPTOMS
fungal infections can occur anywhere on the body and cause damage to the body in many ways. They may cause problems of systemic nature and also those of cosmetic value. The problems relating to cosmetic value acquire importance when it comes to askin care.
Mild:
discoloration and swelling of the nail beds or also at the base of the hairs i.e., roots of the hairs, moist, reddened patches over various parts of the body, cheesy and smelly discharge from the vagina.
Severe:
infecting and disrupting normal organ function. Liver spots are also fungal infections.
TREATMENT
maintain proper hygiene.
Keep the skin dry.
Use a proper antifungal topical cream.
SKIN CARE Acne-prone skin has breakouts of acne and pimples.
For dry skin with acne, you should cleanse it with a gentle face wash.
At night: wash your face properly at night as well to ensure proper moisturized state.
For oily skin with acne you should wash your face with a gentle face wash.
Oily Skin
Oily skin has enlarged pores. You should cleanse it with a gentle face wash.
Combination Skin
This type of skin usually has a 'T' zone with oily skin on nose, forehead and chin. Here to you use a similar measure to ensure proper hydration of the skin.
For normal skin one needs to keep proper hydration and avoid oily stuffs in diet.
For dry skin use a proper moisturizer.
For all skin types, cleanse and moisturize twice a day, and use a face pack/mask once a week.
This apart you can also use

Ensure a diet rich in vitamin C, and proper bowel habits along with hygiene.
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