Have you had enough of using makeup to hide your skin discolourations and looking to try out a natural treatment? Ayurveda is India’s ancient and a purely natural treatment that is complex! Yet it’s an effective way of keeping your skin healthy and battling various skin issues. Whether it's your first time or you’ve been using this age-old therapy for quite some time, our in-house team has put together some of their favourite tried and tested Ayurvedic skincare products that you must include in your everyday regime. We know that Ayurvedic skincare can be expensive, so we’ve rounded up our recommendations within the budget.
LBB Crew Recommends: Best Ayurvedic Skincare Products Under INR 2000
Forest Essentials Face Cleanser: Tested By Diana Viegas, Lifestyle Writer
₹1550
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I had been using this for close to six months. The only reason I switched was because I found the fragrance overpowering albeit pleasant. Aside from that, this face wash was fantastic. I have super dry skin, and I can vouch that it does not leave your skin dry after a wash and definitely does strip off any necessary oils. It has a liquid-gel consistency and a little goes a long way, making it a good buy. It also adds a very subtle but natural glow to the face and leaves the skin soft and supple. So if fragrances are your jam, then don't think twice.
Diana’s Rating: 4/5
Juicy Chemistry Eye Cream: Tested By Srushti Pathak, Senior Manager - Content
₹400
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I have been using it for four months now. It's worked really well for me in completely eliminating dark circles. I started using it as soon as I saw the signs, so that might have helped! The fragrance can be a bit overpowering, but it isn't unbearable. I use it twice a week as a part of my night time skincare routine. It's only 5gm of product, but I haven't hit the bottom yet since you only need a little for each application.
Srushti’s Rating: 4/5
SADHEV Aloe Vera Gel: Tested By Smriti Krishna, Graphic Designer
₹1950
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It works wonderfully as a night cream, especially if you have oily skin. This non-greasy formula comes with kumkumadi tailam oil and considerably helps reduce dark circles.
Smriti’s Rating: 4/5
Khadi Natural Aloe Vera Face Wash: Tested By Aakanksha Singh Devi, Content Lead
₹299
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Of all the many, MANY face washes I have tried and tested, this one by Khadi Natural has been the winner, by miles. Not only is it gentle on the skin, but despite being a scrub, it soothes and strengthens the top layer too. At first, I didn't expect it to be very effective, but three years later, I still use it. Since I exercise daily, my skin tends to be oily, sweaty, and but also dry. This scrub keeps the moisture locked in, and thanks to the aloe vera, Vitamin E, and lavender oil, my skin stays hydrated and supple. The best part? It costs INR 299 but is almost always on discount. Cheap is sometimes the best option!
Aakanksha’s Rating: 5/5
Forest Essentials After-bath Oil: Tested By Dinal Jain, Lifestyle Writer
₹1595
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I love the aroma of essential oils! Having one included in my skincare routine is my favourite part. I started using this bath oil after I randomly tested it out in one of their stores. Since then I haven't stopped. I use it post shower, and end up smelling like a garden of roses. This oil does wonders for my dry skin, and the most satisfying part? It absorbs almost instantly, and doesn’t make my skin greasy.
Dinal’s Rating: 5/5
Juicy Chemistry Essential Oil: Tested By Manya Ahuja, Editor - Content
₹300
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This product is the best I've used because it works as a great, fully natural (and 100% effective) way to knock yourself out and instantly fall asleep. It is also very effective for dehydration and puffy under eyes. All you have to do is add ONE drop to your existing under eye gel or face oil, and massage it on your temples and under eyes. 10/10 would recommend (and immediately fall asleep) after using this.
Manya’s Rating: 4/5 (because the coolness of peppermint and the strong smell of pure oil takes a bit to get used to)
