Ayurvedic skin care treatments are based on skin type. According to Ayurveda, a person’s skin type is based on the three doshas. These are bioenergetic or life forces that make up the constitution of the body and mind. They are: vata (wind) pitta (fire) kapha (water and earth) Vata A vata dominant person has dry and rough skin that tends to wrinkle if not moisturized regularly. “Vata type skin has fewer fat deposits and needs more moisturizing, both externally and internally,”. Recommends using oil-based moisturizers on the skin and consuming warm spices like ginger. Also suggests that ashwagandha, an ancient Indian herb, may reduce skin dryness when added to a face mask. Pitta People with high pitta tend to have oily skin that’s prone to acne and rosacea. “This type of skin needs more cooling elements like aloe vera, turmeric (which is anti-inflammatory), and sandalwood (which reduces pimples and redness),” Kapha Kapha skin tends to be cold and oily, and it may be prone to pimples, whiteheads, and water retention. Recommends dry brushing to remove obstructions, stimulate the lymphatic system, and exfoliate.