Our individual skincare preferences are built on bits and pieces of so many things we’ve picked up along the way, ranging from the latest innovations and viral products, to treatments that provide solace to our skin, and time-honoured rituals. These choices are influenced by a lot of other factors, including our specific skin concerns, skin type, and most significantly, our personal beliefs and values.
The Beauty Of Ayurvedic Skincare
With skincare playing such a vital part in our everyday lives, it’s a surprise we don’t reflect often enough on the beauty secrets our own land and ancestors hold. The Indian science of wellbeing, Ayurveda, is a treasure trove of knowledge on individual requirements, bio-hacking and all-natural, chemical-free skin solutions. It’s been proven time and again that using ingredients available in your country of origin works best for you, so we were convinced we had to give Ayurvedic skincare a shot. If my freshly dewy, hydrated skin is anything to go by, the claims are definitely all true.
I was introduced to Blue Nectar’s Shubhr Saffron and Sandalwood Cream and Kumkumadi Face Serum, and at first sight, I couldn’t help but admire the packaging and bottle design- practical, but so luxe and the gemstone-like blue finish is just the cherry on top. One glance at the ingredients and you can tell that the brand is all about high-quality, natural-origin Ayurvedic ingredients and the super potent, coveted saffron is an integral part of their formulations. Who knew saffron could have such incredible potential beyond food, as a skincare ingredient?
Feel The Difference
All of Blue Nectar’s products have a subtle, soothing fragrance, which lends to the spa-like feeling of this skincare ritual, and the textures are a true marvel. Starting off with the Kumkumadi Face Serum, it looked just like a sparkling, glowing solution that spreads and absorbs with little to no effort. As I blended it, it spread evenly all over my face. The serum gets absorbed into the skin quickly, just like the first rain gets absorbed into the soil. However, one cannot replace the first rain’s smell, but having said that, as soon as the serum got absorbed by the skin, it felt like my skin’s thirst was quenched. As a result, it left a shiny, luminous, natural-looking skin; my skin felt so smooth, silky, and soft.
It’s guaranteed to leave you with the most luminous, plump skin. Their Shubhr Saffron And Sandalwood Cream is a true testament to the power of natural ingredients. With a buttery smooth, velvety texture, it leaves the skin feeling silky soft and smooth. As I applied the luxurious cream to my skin, it melted like butter. It’s the most comforting skincare duo you’ll ever use.
The regular use of Ayurvedic skincare acts as both, correction and prevention. Since Blue Nectar’s products are formulated with zero nasties and chemicals, there is absolutely no downside and moreover, they help you feel grounded in your roots. While trends like K-beauty and French beauty are interesting, I always seem to circle back to Ayurvedic solutions because I truly believe in reaping the benefits of my ethnicity and using what works for me best. It’s such a privilege to have access to ancient practices and the visible results in my skin, especially in terms of anti-ageing, always make me feel beyond confident.
Following the mantra of “less is more,” these products can be incorporated in your fuss-free AM routine so that you’re left with youthfully glowing, silky skin without all the effort and hassle of a drawn-out routine. Give your traditional rituals a try, and you’ll be surprised by what you’ve been missing out on all this while. As per my experience, I can say it will work effectively on fine lines and wrinkles as the formulation is for ageing skin.
