Master Sushruta has classified it as Pitta balancing group of herbs.This plant is known for its blood purifying, skin glow enhancing effect, healing properties.

Manjistha consists of Varnya, Raktaprasadka, Rakta shodhak, vishaghna,kaphashamaka etc. properties, as all these properties encounters on pitta and rakta dosha and helps to reduce pigmentation of skin and helps to attain the normal colour of skin. The Rakta prasadaka action of Manjistha helps to pacify Sanchita Doshas locally. Due to its properties, Manjistha is able to help in removal of toxins cause inflammation, various skin diseases, skin pigmentation etc. Manjistha penetrates into the cellular level of tissues & soaks up all the toxins and neutralize them and makes skin healthy and clear.

Skin Care Benefits of Mulethi in Ayurveda:

References in Charaka Samhita:

• Charaka Samhita – Sutrasthana 4 (Dravyadi Vijnaniya):

  • Mulethi is classified under Kantya Dravya – substances that enhance skin luster and glow.

  • It is also listed as Varnya – herbs that improve skin complexion.

  • Used in formulations for Tvak Vikara (skin disorders), promoting smooth, clear skin.

• Charaka Samhita – Chikitsa Sthana 7 (Kushta Chikitsa):

  • Recommended in the treatment of Kushta (various skin diseases, including eczema and psoriasis).

  • Works as a Raktashodhaka (blood purifier), helping eliminate toxins that affect skin clarity.

References in Sushruta Samhita:

• Sushruta Samhita – Sutrasthana 38 (Dravya Sangrahaniya):

  • Included in the Varnya Mahakashaya group of herbs – promoting radiance and fairness.

  • Applied externally in Lepa (herbal pastes) to treat skin inflammation, pigmentation, and discoloration.

• Sushruta Samhita – Chikitsa Sthana 9 (Kushta Chikitsa):

  • Mulethi is used in medicated oils and decoctions for treating chronic skin diseases and promoting rejuvenation.

Benefit	Ayurvedic Explanation
🌿 Helps to Improve complexion	Varnya and Kantya action (enhances skin glow & tone)
🌿 Helps in reducing pigmentation	Reduces Vyanga (melasma/hyperpigmentation)
🌿 Helps in Soothing  inflammation	Acts as Shothahara (anti-inflammatory)
🌿 Helps in reducing acne & blemishes	Raktashodhana (blood purification and detoxification)
🌿 Helps in reducing sun damage	Has natural Sheeta (cooling) and Tvachya properties
🌿 Supports as Anti-aging effect	Rejuvenates Rasa Dhatu, promoting youthful skin

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