Introduction

Did you know? Amla have 20 times more vitamin C than an orange!

According to a scientific report from Unendear and his colleagues, Amla fruits have been used for a very long time in traditional medicine for treating a wide range of human ailments like constipation, acidity to even major disease like tumors. Amla (Indian gooseberries) is a major component in Ayurvedic medical system for thousands of years due its numerous benefits on skin, hair, heart, stomach and overall health. When used in proper way, its effect will let you think that, it should be sold at way costlier price than it is right now. Let’s first talk about why and how you should add it in your skin care routine.

Benefits on skin and Hair care:

1. Anti Aging

In 2008, a scientist named Fujii did a research, he applied amla fruit extract on human skin and tested collagen production along with the levels of collagenase and he found that amla helps in preventing wrinkles on skin. As I said earlier amla contains high amount of vitamin c which helps in collagen synthesis resulting in smooth and wrinkle free skin.

2. Improves Hair density in women

According to journal of ethnopharmacology, an experiment was done by Akhbari et. al. in 2023 in which 60 women took 10 ml amla syrup three times a day for 3 months straight. They found that it improved their hair density significantly with negligible side effects.

3. Clear Clogged Pores

Primary causes of pores are Dirt, oil and dead skin cells. Since citrus acid is found in decent quantity in amla. It helps in removing excess oil, dirt along with dead skin cells and contribute in gently exfoliating your precious skin. Amla also contains antibacterial properties, it is a master in removing those bacteria trapped in your pores that are responsible for acnes.

4. Skin Detoxification

Use of Amla plays a significant role for purification of blood and for glowing skin. As amla helps in purifying blood, it reduced the chances of dark spots and acne. Liver and kidneys are our detox organs. Amla helps in improving digestion which lead to successful removal of waste and toxins from the body, So that they don’t cause skin breakouts.

5. Removing Pigmentation and Brightening the skin

Darkness and pigmentation are based on the amount of melanin produce in our body. Amla contains polyphenol and vitamin c which inhibits an enzyme called tyrosinase. It reduces the production of melanin leading to a bright, dark spots free skin and lightening hyperpigmentation. There are some studies conducted which suggest that amla improves skin tones.

Methods to Use Amla for Hair and Skin

In order to get desired results. You should know the right way to use it.

1. Face Pack

To get bright skin, add 1 tsp of amla powder with 1 tsp of honey and a few drops of rose water. Now mix them and make a paste. Apply it on face and leave it for 15 minutes then rinse. For best results use it 2, 3 times a week.

2. Scrub

Add 1 tsp each of amla powder, yoghurt and oats. Mix it well and use it 2 times a week. This mixture will remove dead skin and the unclog.

3. Hair Mask

Take 2 tsp of amla powder with 2 tsp of yoghurt with 1 tsp of fenugreek (Methi) powder. Make a paste and apply it on your hair all the way to scalp and leave it for 30 minutes and rinse with shampoo. It will reduce dandruff and give your hair shine.

Health Benefits of Amla

Amla is known as Amrit in ayurveda for obvious reason. According to a 2003 study, researches Scatezzini and Speroni found that amla has antioxidants, anti inflammatory effects. Several studies also shows that amla can reduce blood sugar and cholesterol levels, improves liver enzymes, and it is effective in killing cancer cells and preventing their growth also. Amla also improves your immunity and helps in digestion. The list of benefits amla provides is very long but it is all relevant only for those who consumes and harness its power. So here’s how you can add amla in your diet to improve you overall health.

1. Eating Raw amla

If you eat 1 raw amla daily on empty stomach it will help digestion, improve immunity, make your skin glow and it will also contribute in your hair growth.

2. Eat Amla Murabba

Make it your daily habit of eating 1 amla murabba after your daily meals and it will help you in iron absorption and digestion.

3. Amla Powder

Take 1 tsp amla powder and mix it with warm water and drink it before your meals. It will help to make your heart healthy, and is also effective to combat acidity.

Conclusion

Amla offers numerous benefits for skin and hair care due to its rich content of vitamin C, antioxidants, and other nutrients. For skin, amla helps to brighten and even out skin tone, reduce signs of aging, and protects against damage caused by free radicals. For hair amla nourishes the scalp, promotes healthy hair growth and helps to prevent premature graying and dandruff. Incorporating amla into your diet routines can lead to healthier more radiant skin and stronger and more vibrant hair.