Dr. Basanti Garnayak, Dr. Sunil Kumar
Vol. 8, Jul-Dec 2019
Abstract:
Twak (skin) is the largest organ of the body and one among the Panchagyanendriya. The primary function of this organ is touch sensation i.e Sparsha Gyana. It has great cosmetic value. Now a day most of the people are suffering from one or more skin diseases &skin disease has great role in Saundarya(Beauty). Improper life style, use of cosmetic products, pollution , busy & stressful life are the causes for skin diseases. It may affect people of all age groups i.e from neonates to elderly person. Dinacharya, Rutucharya, Sadvritta , Viruddha Aahara are some of the unique measures mentioned by ancient Acharya for prevention as well as cure of skin diseases.for examples Abhyanga – by application of oil daily twak prasadana occurs at the same time it provides relief from the skin disease occur due to dry skin, it also help to maintain the glow of the skin.