The short answer: Ayurvedic face mapping links areas of your face to parts of the body. Forehead breakouts are linked to digestion, between the brows to the liver, cheeks to pollutants or allergies, the nose to the heart, and the chin to hormones. Treat the skin topically with our Purifying range for blemish-prone skin.
A guide to ayurvedic face mapping. Struggling with breakouts but not quite sure why? Take a look at your skin and analyse your troublesome areas with the help of Ayurveda face mapping.
Face mapping is an ancient practice of Ayurveda which connects points of your face to an organ or body part. Ayurveda face map essentially suggests what to treat internally for external results – clear skin.
Face mapping has been practised for over 3,000 years in Traditional Chinese Medicine and is also rooted in Ayurveda as a way to link facial zones with internal health.
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Forehead:
Breakouts on the forehead suggest you may have an issue with your digestive system. Think about the foods you are eating and try to incorporate more raw fruit and vegetables into your diet. It could also indicate food intolerances – try eliminating wheat, dairy or other allergens to see if your digestion improves. Slow digestion? Ayurvedic triphala is a blend of three fruits and is great for cleansing!
Between the Brows:
Congestion between your eyebrows suggests trouble with your liver. Try to cut down on fatty foods and reduce your alcohol intake. According to Ayurveda, you should try liver-supporting herbs such as Punarnava Guggul, milk thistle seed or yellow dock root. Drinking plenty of water also helps to support the liver.
Cheeks:
Trouble on your cheeks suggests you may be suffering from pollutants or allergies. Consider investing in an air purifier for your home or office space. It’s also a good idea to make sure you regularly wash or sanitise items which regularly come in contact with your face, such as your pillow cases and mobile phone.
Nose:
Spots on and around your nose are considered to be linked to your heart and blood pressure. Perhaps get your blood pressure checked and try yoga or meditation to reduce stress. To maintain a healthy heart, ensure you’re eating a healthy diet. Arjuna is also an Ayurvedic herb considered to support the heart.
Chin:
Breakouts on the chin are considered to be linked to hormones. Give your skin some extra love around that time of the month using your favourite Purifying products. If you’re looking to balance your hormones, taking shatavari root can work wonders internally.
Looking to treat your skin topically?
Banish breakouts with our range of natural skin care for oily and acne-prone skin. Moreover, it contains antibacterial cold-pressed neem to reduce blackheads, clarifying witch hazel to protect against breakouts and wild mint to cleanse and relieve congestion.
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Your Routine for Breakout-Prone Skin
- Purifying Face Wash
- Purifying Face Scrub, once or twice a week
- Purifying Hydrating Toner
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is face mapping?
An ancient practice in Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine that connects areas of the face to organs or parts of the body.
What do chin breakouts mean?
In face mapping, chin breakouts are linked to hormones, often around that time of the month.
What do forehead breakouts mean?
Face mapping links forehead breakouts to digestion, so look at your diet and possible food intolerances.
Which skincare helps breakout-prone skin?
Our Purifying range, with neem, witch hazel and wild mint for oily and acne-prone skin.
