Acne (Yuvan Pidika) is identified in Ayurveda as a Kshudra Roga (minor disorder) commonly affecting adolescents. It arises from the vitiation of Kapha, Pitta, and Rakta doshas, with Meda dhatu involvement. These imbalances result in inflammatory eruptions—Shalmali kantaka sadrusha pidika—on the face, chest, and back, often due to Srotas blockage (Rakta and Meda vaha).Signs & Symptoms (Lakshana)
- Red, pus-filled pimples (Pidika) commonly on the face, chest, and back.
- Pricking pain (Toda), burning (Daha), and sometimes itching (Kandu).
- Oily skin (Snigdha Twak), blackheads, pustules.
- Post-healing scars or pigmentation in chronic cases.
Causative Factors (Nidana)
- Dietary: Heavy, oily, sweet, sour, fermented, and dairy-rich foods; indigestion leads to Ama.
- Lifestyle: Day sleeping, poor hygiene, sedentary habits, irregular sleep, stress, and excessive cosmetics.
- Dosha Imbalance: Kapha-Pitta predominance with Rakta and Meda dhatu dushti and Srotorodha.
- Psychological: Anxiety, anger, and stress aggravate Pitta, worsening acne.
- Genetic: Family history may contribute to chronic or severe forms.
Ayurvedic Approach to Treatment
At Aimil Healthcare, we address Yuvan Pidika through Pitta-Kapha dosha pacification, blood purification, toxin elimination, and enhancement of digestive fire (Agni). Our holistic method ensures internal healing by eliminating root causes (Nidana) and preventing recurrence through lifestyle and diet modifications.1. Dietary Regime (Ahara Chikitsa)
- Include bitter (Tikta), astringent (Kashaya), and light (Laghu) foods.
- Avoid dairy, oily, spicy, and fermented items.
- Consume green leafy vegetables, warm water, and light, easy-to-digest meals.
2. Lifestyle Recommendations (Vihara Chikitsa)
- Practice regular yoga, physical activity, and maintain a consistent sleep cycle.
- Avoid stress, excessive cosmetic use, and maintain facial hygiene.
- Virechana (purgation) for eliminating Pitta and Rakta dushti.
- Raktamokshana (bloodletting) in severe acne cases.
- Nasya and pre-procedures like Snehana and Swedana as needed.
4. Palliative Therapy (Shamana Chikitsa)
- Use of Rakta-prasadaka and Pitta-Kapha hara herbs.
- Herbal Lepa with Lodhra, Manjistha, Haridra, Chandana for local application.
5. Ayurvedic Drug Therapy (Aushadha Chikitsa)
- Internal: Triphala Guggulu, Kaishora Guggulu, Arogya Vardhini Vati, Gandhaka Rasayana.
- Kwatha & Asavas: Manjishtadi Kwath, Sarivadyasava, Patolakaturohinyadi Kashaya.
- Topical: Lepa with Haridra, Kustha, Daruharidra; Kumkumadi Taila for scar healing.
