Kottakal Kunkumadi Tailam

Skin not only serves as a protective cover but is closely associated with several important physical functions. As the most exposed organ of the body, it is susceptible to many diseases. The causes of skin ailments are wide ranging which are imbalanced diet, atmospheric pollution, unhealthy lifestyle, stress, hormonal imbalance, etc. Hence, there is a need for simple herbal formulation, which can act as a complete pack to fulfil the requirements of skin.
Kunkumaditailam is one such preparation mentioned in the classical Ayurvedic text Ashtangahridayam consisting of many precious ingredients. The name implies the use of high-quality saffron. The raw materials for preparing the oil are tested in our quality control laboratory which is accredited by the department of AYUSH. The high-quality saffron is procured from Kashmir and tested by using a spectrophotometer. The organoleptic properties of the finished product are checked by experienced senior doctors of Arya Vaidya Sala. This oil is an AYURVEDIC MEDICINE that is in use for several centuries. Regular use of this oil, ensures lustre of the skin. This unique combination of oil with its natural ingredients is formulated in such a way to help skin look young and healthy. Kunkumdaitailam improves skin tone, makes skin brighter, add radiance to skin and also reverses sun tan, and treats patchy skin.

• Tailam- Sesamum indicum
  Sesame oil is beneficial for skin health, prevents skin problems and improves colour of the skin. It contains anti-oxidants, reduces cell damage, moisturises the skin, promotes regeneration of skin and has anti-ageing properties.
• Kunkuma- Crocus sativus
  The dried stigmas of saffron are used in the preparation of this oil. It is anti-oxidant, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory and helps to fight acne and pigmentation. It improves the colour of skin. Chemical composition of saffron is moisture, protein, fat, minerals, mainly calcium, phosphorous, potassium, sodium, zinc and manganese in small quantities, crude fibre, and carbohydrates. The medicinal properties of saffron are due to the presence of phytochemicals crocin, picrocrocin and safranal.
• Usira- Vetiveria zizanioides
  Vetiver moisturises the skin, delays ageing, boosts the growth of new cells, reduces scars, blemishes the marks due to acne and provides cooling to the body.
• Kaliya- Santalum album (sub.)
  Sandalwood helps nourish the skin, inhibits undesirable cell growth, anti-microbial, and anti-inflammatory, it also reduces dryness of the skin, replenishes moisture in skin, and gives a cooling effect on skin.
• Laksha– Laccifer lacca
  Lac helps to improve the colour of skin and heals the skin diseases. It is anti- inflammatory and anti-pruritic.
• Yashtyahva– Glycyrrhiza glabra
  The phytochemicals in liquorice soothens the skin, reduces hyperpigmentation and contains anti-oxidants which protects the skin. It is anti-inflammatory also.
• Chandana- Santalum album
  Sandalwood helps to nourish the skin, reduces dryness of skin, replenishes moisture in skin and imparts a cooling effect on skin. It is anti-microbial, anti –inflammatory and inhibits undesirable cell growth.
• Nyagrodha– Ficus benghalensis
  The banyan tree is anti-pruritic, anti-inflammatory, improves complexion and HEALS THE SKIN PROBLEMS.
• Padmaka– Prunus cerasoides
  Himalyan cherry is very useful in skin ailments and improves the complexion. It is anti-pruritic and with anti-melanogenesis activity.
• Padmakesara- Nelumbo nucifera
  Lotus contains anti-oxidants, flavonoids, vitamins and polyphenols which helps to improve the health of the skin, cooling in nature and prevents skin disorders.
• Nilolpala– Monochoria vaginalis
  Monochoria has a soothing, cooling effect. It contains phytochemicals that improves the beauty of the skin.
• Manjishtha– Rubia cordifolia
  The anti bacterial, anti microbial and anti pruritic activities of Indian madder protects the skin and helps to keep the radiance of skin.
• Patanga– Caesalpinia sappan
  Sappan wood helps to cure the allergic skin rashes and swellings. It contains anti-oxidants beneficial for skin health.
• Ajakshira- Goat’s milk
  Goat milk contains fatty acids, probiotics, Vitamin A and lactic acid. It helps to improve skin health. It moisturises and nourishes the skin.

Take a few drops of Kunkumaditailam on finger tips and apply over face, massage gently, leave it for half an hour and wash off with Skin protection soap.

Remember to do a patch test before using any product.