Abstract

Dr. Mamta Sharma*, Dr. Umesh Shukla* and Dr. Arunesh kumar Dwivedi*

ABSTRACT

The age-old science of life called Ayurveda has a treasure of holistic treatment modalities, which is a boon for humanity. The essence of this traditional method is that, it emphasis on treating the root cause through various Shodhana procedures. Nowadays a glowing face, bright and shiny hair which means an impactful personality is the reflection of a healthy body. So keeping this thing in mind, One of the procedure of Ayurveda called Nasya is practiced for Urdhwajatrugat (supra clavicular) disease, And also serves a cosmetic purpose by enhancing the beauty. As described by Acharya vagbhat, Nasal cavity is a door to provide medicinal drugs to the brain. As the potency of Nasya drugs may act on brain through cavernous sinus. Disease like yuvanpidika (Acne), Vyanga (Melasma), Khalitya (Hairfall), Akal Palitya (Premature greying of hair), wrinkles, fine lines, dandruff are the major barriers in achieving the natural and flawless beauty. These ailments can be actively treated by Nasya karna. Various types of Nasya are explained by Acharyas according to their benefits and karma (action). This article is a humble effort of presenting the different types of Nasya according to various Ayurvedic Scholars and its cosmetic effect.