In the centuries-old Indian Ayurvedic philosophy, authentic beauty is achieved through lifestyle choices that nourish the body and fulfill the mind. This healing system addresses all factors that influence the quality of life, such as maintaining a consistent daily routine, engaging in meditation and regular exercise, sustaining a healthy diet, and being in harmony with nature. In the professional environment authentically radiant skin is achieved by engaging all five senses through customized Ayurvedic Facial Services provided by DoshaCare and the new DoshaVibes. 

The DoshaVibes CD that was composed to complement DoshaCare Facial Services, specifically addressing each of the doshas: Vata, Pitta and Kapha.  Ayurveda combines the five elements in nature (water, earth, wind, fire and space) into three distinctive categories.  
-Vata, the air principal, is comprised of space and air. When we have too much Vata in our body, our skin is dry.  
-Pitta, the fire principal, is comprised of fire and water. Too much Pitta in our system will result in skin that can be sensitive.
-Kapha, the earth principal, is comprised of earth and water. Too much Kapha can result in oily, congested skin conditions.

Each DoshaVibe CD meets the unique needs of each dosha, resonating with the individual’s nervous system to bring them into the deepest level of relaxation possible. For the esthetician giving the service, each music composition provides cues to move to the next segment of the treatment. This allows the esthetician to perform the most relaxing manipulation in concert with the deepest relaxation of the nervous system, giving the client a meditative and restorative service that supports authentically radiant skin. The last segments of each CD are designed to gently guide the client out of the supremely relaxed state to a balanced consciousness of rejuvenated clarity.

The Vata Service is designed for dehydrated skin that requires nourishment to bring the natural function of sebum and moisture into balance. Skin is returned to balance with a breathing ritual and head massage inspired from India’s ancient traditions incorporated with deep cleansing and hydration treatment.

The Pitta Service is designed for sensitive skin that requires nourishment to soothe the over-heated system,  reducing inflammation, the biggest sources of premature aging, by incorporating gem stones and single note essential oils for the Pitta mind, body and spirit. Balance is restored by decreasing inflammation and increasing hydration.

The Kapha Service is designed for skin that is congested due to overactive sebaceous glands. Skin becomes nourished by decongesting pores, stimulating healthy circulation and strengthening the immune system. The rich tradition of Ayurveda incorporates Marma therapy (Ayurvedic version of acupressure) to balance Kapha mind, body and spirit.

Each of the three DoshaCare protocols have unique add-on features that can be performed in 55 or 75 minute format.

With DoshaCare Customized Ayurvedic Facial Services estheticians move from beauty services to wellness services providing clients the benefit of inner peace, outer radiance and ageless living.   DoshaCare is seeking professionals who are looking to offer a deeper level of customizable service by believing and practicing the following core concepts:
*True health is more than the absence of illness; it is a balanced state of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
*Balance is achieved by following a lifestyle that nourishes our body and fulfills our mind.
*Quiet introspection, or meditation, can be one of the most powerful tools for relaxing the mind and igniting our internal pharmacy.
*Our business thrives upon creating an experience that indulges the five senses – sound, sight, taste, touch, and smell. 
*Indulging the five senses allows us to reach a deeper level of being which is therapeutic, holistic and health supporting.
*By thoroughly educating and training our staff, we can provide a haven for health that supports inner and outer radiance.
*We don’t simply sell products; we take care of people.

 
If you are a beauty industry professional contact us for a meeting at Cosmoprof North America July 18th-21st in Las Vegas to become a DoshaCare Wellness center.  If you are a not in the professional beauty industry and would like to experience a DoshaCare service, visit your favorite salon or spa and tell them about DoshaCare and your desire to have one of our wellness services.  You can make a difference by letting your local beauty professional know that you are no longer interested in getting just a facial.  Times have changes and now you can have a treatment that restores your inner, outer and ageless health.

DoshaCare Discovey Kit

We are pleased to announce the released of the DoshaCare Discovery Kit.  

Your Dosha specific Discovery Kit assembles all the products required to honor your self with a daily and weekly ritual of skincare.  Authentic radiance comes from rituals that restore and rejuvenate the mind and body.  A customized DoshaCare Discovery Kit aspires to inspire you to move towards balance. Be good to the plant and to your skin with products packaged in convenient size bottles that are refillable and suitable for travel.   

 Kits contain Dosha specific Cleanser, Masque, Elixir, and Moisturizer in 10ml sizes. Also includes Sakala Ama Release Tonic and Sakala Environmental Shield 4 ml, Sakala Exfoliant 10ml, Sakala Eye and Neck Balm 3 gr.  A free trail of Sakala Sunscreen 28+ will be sent for each kit by June 1. 

Vata/Vata Discovery Kit

This daily and weekly ritual provides cleansing, exfoliation, hydration, and nourishment to help harmonize an aggravated Vata skin condition.  Your Vata/Vata Discovery kit comes complete with every item in the Vata and Sakala collection to treat your skin for 3 to 5 days.  If your secondary Dosha is Pitta or Kapha you can add one of these Elixirs in the trial size to further customize your regimen.

Pitta/Pitta

This daily and weekly ritual provides cleansing and exfoliation that calms, soothes and nourishes to harmonize an aggravated Pitta skin condition. Your Pitta/Pitta Discovery kit comes complete with every item in the Pitta and Sakala collection to treat your skin type for 3 to 5 days.  If your secondary Dosha is Vata or Kapha you can add one of these Elixirs in the trial size to further customize your regimen. 

Kapha/Kapha

This daily and weekly ritual provides cleansing, exfoliation, stimulation, protection and nourishment to help harmonize an aggravated Kapha skin condition.  Your Kapha/Kapha Discovery kit comes complete with every item in the Kapha and Sakala collection required to treat your skin for 3 to 5 days. If your secondary Dosha is Vata or Pitta you can add one of these Elixirs in the trial size to further customize your regimen.

 

 

 

Customized Ayurvedic Skincare

Around this time of year, the ravages of dry winter weather begin to take their toll on skin. Many of us, in an attempt to combat this dehydration, lather on the heavy moisturizers, which isn’t the most effective solution. Often, it’s the built up dead skin  cells on the top layers of the skin that can hinder moisturizer from reaching the deeper layers. An effective exfoliating regimen can be the boost your skin needs in order to get all the benefits of a good moisturizer, and the side effect of a gorgeous glow doesn’t hurt either. DoshaCare’s founder, Patty Schmucker, has created this 3 step regimen to give you that healthy radiant glow that could rival any microdermabrasion treatment out there.

Use this Exfoliation Ritual as an effective anti-aging system that will address hyperpigmentation, boost radiance, and keep blemishes at bay. 

Exfoliation Ritual

Day 1 – Apply Sakala Ama Release Tonic to dry skin, massage gently over the face, neck and décolletage.  Apply your DoshaCare Cleanser over the Sakala Ama Release Tonic and massage gently.  Remove with a warm terry or chamois wash cloth.  Follow with elixir and moisturizer.

Day 2 – Apply your DoshaCare Cleanser and massage gently over the face, neck and décolletage.  Remove with a warm terry or chamois wash cloth. Apply Sakala Exfoliant, as vigorously as your skin will tolerate over the face, neck and décolletage.  Pay special attention to the sides of the nose, the cleft of the chin, cheek area where blush is applied, and around the hairline where makeup and body oils accumulate and create build up. Remove with a warm terry or chamois wash cloth.  Follow with elixir and moisturizer.

Day 3 – Apply your DoshaCare Cleanser and massage gentle over the face, neck and décolletage.  Remove with a warm terry or chamois wash cloth. Follow with elixir and moisturizer.

Day #4 Repeat Ritual steps 1-3

Should I do this ritual morning or night? 

It can be done either as part of your morning ritual or night ritual, but not both.  Choose which you will be more consistent with and incorporate this ritual at that time. 

Can I just repeat Day 1 and 2 Ritual every day?

No, because over-exfoliation is the number one reason (second only to a lack of liquid intake) for the skin having a shiny, oily appearance by mid afternoon.  Over-exfoliation breaks the acid mantle of the skin (a thin protective film naturally made by your body) and forces the skin to overwork to replenish this protective barrier. 

My skin is very sensitive and manual exfoliation irritates my skin.

Follow this ritual and pay attention to your skin’s reaction.  If redness or irritations occur, try these options.  Apply Ama Release tonic on wet skin or mixed with your cleanser.  If irritation still occurs, discontinue use of this product.  Apply Sakala Exfoliant over your cleanser, massage very lightly, or apply just in areas were there is build up.  If irrational still occurs, discontinue use of this product. 

I am oily by mid-afternoon every day.

Make sure you are getting enough liquids into your body.  Water is good, but any type of liquid found in foods, like soups, fruits, and vegetables also count for liquids.  The more clear the liquid you consume, the better.  If you are following this advice and practicing the DoshaCare Exfoliation Ritual, repeat the Day 3 Ritual for two or more consecutive days, until you see a balance restored to your skin.   For example, your Ritual might be Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 3, Day3, Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 3, Day3.

Do I need to clean my skin at night?

Cleaning your skin at night before you go to bed is VERY important as your skin is most active at night when other organs are resting and as a result, whatever is on your skin at night is deeply absorbed. 

What if I have active acne?

For active acne conditions, apply Sakala Ama Release Tonic at night as a spot treatment to dry, clean skin.  Follow with elixir and moisturizer.  

Customized Ayurvedic Skincare

Come by our Suite at the Venetian Hotel during ISPA November 10-13 and try our DoshaCare products or make an appointment for a service. For more information contact me at jessica.c@doshacare or call 1.310.802.7884.