Summer, referred to as Greeshma kala in Ayurveda, where Pitta dosha, which is composed of tejas / fire and jala / water, Mahabhuta is predominant.
- Using Seetala / Coolant Ayurveda Herbs Internally To Balance Excess Pitta
- Amla (Indian Gooseberry): Rich in vitamin C, supports collagen, and reduces pigmentation. Take as juice or powder.
- Neem/ nimba: Blood purifier and anti-acne herb. Use neem capsules or decoction.
- Aloe Vera/Kumari: Soothes inflammation, hydrates skin. Drink aloe juice or apply gel.
- Coriander Seeds/ dhanyaka: Natural coolant. Soak overnight, strain, and drink the water.
- Sandalwood/ Chandana: Anti-inflammatory, brightens dull skin. Use as a face pack or paste.
- Hydration
- Replace sugary drinks with Pitta-pacifying ayurveda beverages:
- Coconut water – Hydrating and mineral-rich
- Rose water – Mix in drinking water for natural cooling
- Buttermilk – Aids digestion, cools the body (add cumin)
- Herbal infusions / Daha Shamani drugs – Fennel, mint, ramcham / vetiver, patrangah/ sappan wood. Khadira, etc, were boiled in water and cooled, and taken to mitigate thirst.
- Brahmi tea – Calms mental stress
- Drink Triphala water at night to cleanse the gut, improve skin from within.
- Cooling Face & Body Packs
- Sandalwood-Rose Pack: Sandalwood powder + rose water + aloe vera
- Calms sunburn, adds glow
- Mint-Tulsi Pack: Crushed mint + tulsi leaves + honey
- Reduces heat rashes and breakouts
- Multani Mitti Pack: Fuller’s earth + cucumber juice
- Controls oil, tones skin
- Use 2–3 times a week for best results.
- Ayurvedic Skincare Routine
- Cleanser: Raw milk + turmeric or rose water
- Exfoliator Chickpea flour + yoghurt + turmeric
- Toner Pure rose water spray
- Moisturiser: Aloe vera gel + almond or coconut oil
- Sun Shield Sandalwood or liquorice paste before stepping out
- Scrub – Navara + pinda taila
- Summer Diet for Glowing Skin
Favour: Pathya
- Fresh fruits: watermelon, pomegranate, papaya
- Leafy greens: coriander, spinach, mint
- Cooling grains: barley, rice
- Ghee (clarified butter) for digestion and skin health
Avoid: Apathya
- Spicy, salty, oily, and fermented foods
- Fried snacks and excessive sour items
- Caffeine and alcohol (they aggravate Pitta)
- Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips
- Wake up early (before sunrise) in brahma muhurta for freshness and improve memory
- Apply coconut oil / ayurvedic traditional body oils as abhyanga to the body before bathing
- Avoid the sun during peak hours (10 am–4 pm)
- Wear cotton clothes in light colours
- Practice Sheetali or Sheetkari Pranayama: cooling breath exercises
- Bathe with vetiver, rose, or neem-infused water
- Wear chandan, jasmine, or kewda-based natural scents
- Avoid hot showers and harsh scrubbing
- Sleep early (before 10 PM) for hormonal balance and cell regeneration.
- Practice yoga (especially Surya Namaskar, Sarvangasana) for inner glow.
- Abhyanga (Oil Massage) with Cooling Oils
- Daily oil massage helps remove heat from the body, nourishes tissues, and prevents ageing.
- Use cooling oils like
- Coconut oil : Soothing and anti-inflammatory
- Bhringraj oil: Good for hair and calming the mind
- Bala-Ashwagandha oil : Rejuvenating and nourishing
- Massage before bathing, especially on the scalp, face, feet, and joints.
- Ayurvedic Eye Soother
Heat and screen exposure can inflame the eyes.
- Try rose water eye drops or cold cotton pads soaked in rose water and placed over the eyes.
- Also, you can use cucumber slices or tea bags on the eye
- Alternatively, try Triphala decoction eye wash (mild infusion) for clearing eye heat and puffiness.
- Apply castor oil (eyelash-safe grade) to lashes at night for thicker lashes.
- Herbal Ubtan– Ancient Exfoliating Face & Body Pack – to cleanse, exfoliate, and brighten skin.
- Besan (gram flour)
- Turmeric
- Sandalwood powder
- Rose water or milk
- A pinch of camphor (optional)
- Navara Kizhi (Herbal Pouch Massage)
- This traditional Kerala technique uses cooked Navara rice and milk tied in cloth bundles to massage the body.
- Natural Cleansers (Mukha Prakshalana)
Instead of soaps, use:
- Raw milk + turmeric : Deep cleanses, softens skin
- Green gram flour (moong dal) : Gentle exfoliator
- Rice water : Tones and tightens pores
- Aloe vera pulp : Natural face wash for oily skin
- Herbal Hair Washes (Instead of Shampoo)
Use cooling herbs like:
- Amla + shikakai powder : Strengthens and cools
- Hibiscus flower paste : Soothes scalp
- Neem Tulasi triphala decoction : For heat-induced dandruff or itching
- Avoid chemical shampoos : use reetha, shikakai, and amla mix instead.
- Cool Hair Packs – Apply once a week:
- Coconut oil + Aloe vera gel + Hibiscus paste or
- Amla powder + Rose water + Brahmi powder
- Let sit for 20 minutes before washing off with lukewarm water.
- Cover Head with Wet Cloth or Use Cooling Packs
On extremely hot days:
- Wrap a thin, damp cotton cloth around your head
- Apply sandalwood paste or rose water to the crown
- Nasya Therapy (Nasal Drops)
- Put 2 drops of Anu Tailam or warm ghee into each nostril in the morning (preferably under medical supervision)
- Benefits : Cools head, clears sinuses, improves mental clarity
- For Pink, Soft Lips
- Rub beetroot juice or paste on lips – natural tint + hydration.
- Desi ghee massage on lips before bed—repairs cracks and darkness.
- Exfoliate lips weekly with sugar + honey scrub.
In Ayurveda, beauty is not just external —it’s the natural glow that arises when the body, mind, and spirit are in harmony. By nurturing your skin and hair with herbs, oils, and mindful living, you align with nature’s rhythms and unlock your true radiance. Whether it’s cooling the head, soothing the skin, or calming the mind, Ayurvedic beauty rituals are gentle, holistic, and timeless.
