Maha Ayurved | Pune
Ayurvedic Treatment for Skin Diseases in Pune: Skin Care That Looks Beyond the Surface
Ayurvedic treatment for skin diseases in Pune at Maha Ayurved: personalised care for eczema, psoriasis, acne and other long-standing conditions, shaped around your skin, digestion and routine.
What Are Skin Diseases?
Skin diseases are conditions that change how the skin looks or feels: redness, itching, scaling, rashes, patches, breakouts or loss of colour. Some are short-lived, while others, such as eczema and psoriasis, return again and again.
In Ayurveda, the skin is seen as a mirror of what is happening inside the body. At Maha Ayurved, Ayurvedic treatment for skin diseases in Pune begins with the skin and extends to digestion, stress, sleep, diet and your medical history, at our clinics in Wakad and Kasarwadi.
A rash that spreads quickly, a sore that does not heal, a changing mole, or a rash with fever or swelling of the face needs prompt medical attention before anything else.
Key Facts
- Most chronic skin conditions are not contagious. Fungal infections and scabies can spread.
- Ayurveda names most skin disorders Kushtha.
- Ayurvedic care is complementary and does not replace a dermatologist’s diagnosis.
Skin Disease in Ayurveda
Skin Diseases in Ayurveda: Understanding Kushtha
Classical texts group most skin disorders under Kushtha. It is understood to arise when the three doshas disturb the skin (Twak), blood (Rakta), muscle (Mamsa) and body fluid (Lasika), usually together with weak digestion (Agni) and accumulated toxins (Ama).
Vata pattern
Dryness, roughness, cracks and scaling, often worse in cold, dry weather.
Pitta pattern
Redness, burning, inflammation and a tendency to break out or ooze.
Kapha pattern
Heavy itching, moisture, thickened skin and patches that persist.
Classical classification of Kushtha
Maha Kushtha (7 major types)
- Kapala
- Udumbara
- Mandala
- Rishyajihva
- Pundarika
- Sidhma
- Kakanaka
Kshudra Kushtha (11 minor types)
- Ekakushtha
- Charmakhya
- Kitibha
- Vipadika
- Alasaka
- Dadru
- Charmadala
- Pama
- Visphota
- Shataru
- Vicharchika
Modern conditions are matched to these classical names for understanding only, for example psoriasis to Kitibha and eczema to Vicharchika. They guide an Ayurvedic physician’s assessment but do not replace a dermatologist’s diagnosis. Read more at CCRAS and the National Institute of Ayurveda.
Conditions We See
Types of Skin Disease Treated at Maha Ayurved
Ayurvedic treatment for skin diseases in Pune covers many conditions. Choose the one that matches your concern to read about its Ayurvedic view, signs and care.
Eczema
Itchy, dry or oozing patches that flare with stress, weather changes or certain foods, often on the hands, elbows, knees or behind the ears.
Dosha pattern: Kapha and Pitta, with weak digestion.
- Itching
- Oozing
- Dry cracks
Psoriasis
Thick, scaly, well-defined plaques, commonly on the elbows, knees, scalp and nails. Plaque, scalp, nail and palm and sole patterns are all assessed.
Dosha pattern: Vata and Kapha, with Rakta involvement.
- Plaques
- Scalp
- Nails
Acne
Pimples, blackheads and scarring, often linked with oily skin, hormonal change, constipation and diet. See also our care for PCOD and PCOS.
Dosha pattern: Pitta and Kapha, with Rakta involvement.
- Pimples
- Scars
- Oily skin
Fungal infections and ringworm
Ring-shaped, itchy rashes with a raised edge, common in humid months and in skin folds, and prone to returning.
Dosha pattern: Kapha, often with Pitta.
- Ring-shaped rash
- Itching
- Recurrence
Urticaria (hives)
Sudden, itchy, raised welts that appear and fade within hours, sometimes with swelling of the lips or eyelids.
Dosha pattern: Vata and Kapha, often with Pitta.
- Welts
- Itching
- Swelling
Vitiligo and pigmentation
Patches of lost colour (Shwitra) and facial darkening such as melasma (Vyanga). Each case is examined individually before any supportive plan is discussed.
Dosha pattern: Pitta and Kapha, with Rakta involvement.
- White patches
- Melasma
- Dark spots
Recognise the Signs
Common Skin Disease Symptoms
Symptoms vary with the condition. Ayurveda describes them using terms such as Kandu and Daha, which your physician may mention during consultation.
Itching (Kandu)
Persistent itching, often worse at night or with sweating.
Burning (Daha)
A warm, burning or stinging sensation in the affected skin.
Oozing (Srava)
Fluid, crusting or weeping from patches, common in flare-ups.
Dryness and scaling (Rukshata)
Rough, flaky or cracked skin that may bleed.
Discolouration (Vaivarnya)
Red, dark or pale patches that differ from the surrounding skin.
Eruptions (Pidaka)
Pimples, blisters, welts or raised bumps.
Causes
What Causes Skin Diseases?
Skin problems rarely have a single cause. Ayurveda looks for the trigger (Nidana), and several of these often work together.
Ayurvedic view
- Weak digestion (Agni) and build-up of Ama
- Incompatible food combinations (Viruddha Ahara)
- Excess oily, spicy, sour, fermented or fried food
- Irregular meals, daytime sleep and disturbed sleep
- Long-term stress and suppressed natural urges
Common modern triggers
- Family history and immune factors
- Hormonal change, including PCOS and thyroid
- Allergens, chemicals, pollution and hard water
- Humidity, sweat and tight synthetic clothing
- Certain medicines and skincare products
Genetics and immunity also play a real part, so a full assessment comes first.
Our Approach
Ayurvedic Treatment for Skin Diseases in Pune at Maha Ayurved
Treatment starts with your skin, history, current medicines and goals, and is planned around you rather than a fixed protocol. Your care plan may include these steps where clinically appropriate.
Detailed Consultation
Your physician examines the skin and reviews onset, triggers, digestion, sleep, stress and reports. Nadi Pariksha and Prakriti assessment are part of the visit.
Shodhana (Purification), When Suitable
For selected patients, classical purification such as Virechana may be considered after checking strength and digestion. It is not needed for everyone. See our Panchakarma page.
Individualised Ayurvedic Medicines
Shamana medicines may include blood-purifying and bitter herbs, chosen for your pattern, age and other medicines. No single herb or oil suits everyone.
External Therapies
Medicated oils, herbal pastes (Lepa) and washes may be advised for specific patches, depending on skin type and stage.
Diet and Lifestyle Guidance
Practical advice on food, routine, sleep, stress and skincare, in line with your existing medical care.
Follow-Up and Review
Chronic skin conditions change slowly. Progress is reviewed over months and the plan is adjusted. Results vary between individuals.
Therapies
Therapies Your Doctor May Consider
Only therapies that suit your condition, strength and stage are advised in Ayurvedic treatment for skin diseases in Pune.
Virechana
Supervised therapeutic purgation, classically considered for Pitta-related skin patterns in suitable patients.
Vamana
Supervised therapeutic emesis, classically described for Kapha-predominant conditions and used selectively.
Basti
Medicated enema therapy, considered when Vata is involved, such as dry, cracked skin.
Lepa
Herbal paste applied to affected areas, advised for particular patches and itching.
Abhyanga and Swedana
Oil massage and herbal steam, used selectively and not on inflamed or oozing skin.
Raktamokshana
Classical blood-letting methods, described for certain stubborn patches and used only where clinically appropriate.
Classical Herbs
Ayurvedic Herbs Traditionally Used for Skin
These herbs appear in classical skin care. They are prescribed within personalised formulations, and they should never be self-prescribed.
Nimba (Neem)
Azadirachta indica. A bitter herb traditionally used for itching and skin infections.
Manjistha
Rubia cordifolia. A classical blood-purifying herb used in many skin formulations.
Khadira
Acacia catechu. Traditionally described as a leading herb for Kushtha.
Haridra (Turmeric)
Curcuma longa. Used for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties.
Guduchi
Tinospora cordifolia. A Rasayana used to support immunity.
Chakramarda
Senna tora. Traditionally applied in ringworm-type conditions.
Herbs can interact with other medicines, so please do not self-prescribe.
Daily Care
Diet and Lifestyle Tips for Healthy Skin
Lifestyle advice should support your Ayurvedic treatment for skin diseases in Pune without extreme restrictions or promises of quick results.
Foods that often help
- Warm, freshly cooked, easily digested meals
- Moong, barley, bottle gourd, bitter gourd and leafy greens
- Enough water, taken warm
- Regular meal times
Foods to limit
- Milk with sour or salty foods, and fish with milk
- Very spicy, fried, sour or fermented food
- Cold drinks, bakery items and packaged snacks
- Late, heavy dinners
Skin and routine habits
- Mild cleansers, and no scratching
- Soft cotton clothing
- A steady sleep routine
- Stress relief such as walking or Pranayama
Your Visit
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first visit for Ayurvedic treatment for skin diseases in Pune is unhurried and begins with listening.
Please bring
- Recent reports, if any
- A list of current medicines, creams and supplements
- Photos of the skin from earlier flare-ups
- Names of soaps, oils and products you use
What the doctor does
- Examines the affected skin
- Takes a detailed history and assesses your pulse
- Explains likely triggers in clear terms
- Advises tests if needed and plans follow-ups
Why Maha Ayurved
Why Choose Maha Ayurved for Skin Disease Treatment?
A clinic offering Ayurvedic treatment for skin diseases in Pune should tell you who will assess you, how your plan is personalised and how progress is reviewed.
Individual Assessment
Every plan begins with a detailed review, never a one-size-fits-all cream or tablet.
Classical Methods
Authentic Ayurvedic therapies and formulations, applied with clinical discretion.
Honest Guidance
Clear communication about options, limits and safety.
Coordinated Care
Advice to see a dermatologist or get tests whenever the picture needs it.
Dr. Ravindra Borade
B.A.M.SAyurvedic physician who leads the clinical team at Maha Ayurved, with clinics in Wakad and Kasarwadi.
Dr. Seema Kadam
MD (Ayurveda)Ayurvedic physician who consults patients at both Maha Ayurved clinics in Pune.
Skin Disease Treatment FAQs
Can Ayurveda help with skin diseases?
Ayurvedic treatment for skin diseases in Pune can support skin health by looking at digestion, stress, diet and daily routine alongside the skin itself. Results vary with the condition, how long it has been present and your general health, and Ayurvedic care does not replace a dermatologist’s diagnosis.
What makes Maha Ayurved different for skin disease treatment?
Every plan at Maha Ayurved begins with a detailed consultation that includes Nadi Pariksha and Prakriti assessment, not a standard prescription. The plan is built around your skin type, digestion, triggers and current medicines, progress is reviewed at each follow-up, and you are advised to see a dermatologist or get tests whenever that is in your interest.
Who will treat me at Maha Ayurved, and what happens at the first visit?
You will be seen by one of our Ayurvedic physicians, Dr. Ravindra Borade or Dr. Seema Kadam. The first visit covers your history, a skin examination, pulse assessment and a review of your reports and medicines, after which the likely triggers and the proposed plan are explained clearly.
Where can I get Ayurvedic treatment for skin diseases in Pune at Maha Ayurved?
Maha Ayurved has two clinics in Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune: Wakad and Kasarwadi. Use the Book an Appointment button to choose a clinic and confirm availability. Condition pages for eczema, psoriasis and acne are linked from this page.
Can Ayurveda cure psoriasis or eczema permanently?
Psoriasis and eczema are long-term, relapsing conditions, so no clinic can honestly promise a permanent cure. Ayurvedic care aims to reduce flare-ups and ease symptoms by addressing triggers, digestion and routine, and progress is reviewed regularly.
How is Ayurvedic skin treatment different from modern dermatology?
Dermatology treats the skin directly with creams, tablets and procedures, while Ayurveda also examines digestion, stress, diet and constitution as possible contributors. The two can often be coordinated, so please bring your current prescriptions to the consultation.
How long does Ayurvedic skin treatment take?
There is no fixed duration. A recent rash may settle within weeks, while chronic conditions usually need months of steady care and follow-up. Your physician explains what to expect for your skin, and results are not guaranteed.
Which Panchakarma therapies are used for skin diseases?
Classical texts describe Virechana, Vamana, Basti and Raktamokshana for suitable patients, along with external therapies such as Lepa and Abhyanga. Not everyone needs Panchakarma, and your physician decides after assessing your strength, digestion and the stage of the condition.
Can I take Ayurvedic medicines along with my steroid creams or other medicines?
Often this is possible, but you should tell your doctors about every cream, tablet and supplement you use. Do not stop or reduce prescribed medicines, especially steroids, on your own.
Can stress or poor digestion affect the skin?
Yes. Stress is a recognised trigger for flare-ups in conditions such as eczema and psoriasis, and Ayurveda also links weak digestion (Agni) with skin symptoms. This is why sleep, stress and meals are part of your consultation.
Are Ayurvedic medicines for skin problems completely safe?
Natural does not automatically mean risk-free. Herbal medicines can have side effects and interact with other drugs, so they should be taken only under a qualified physician’s supervision.
Is Ayurvedic treatment suitable for children with skin problems?
It can be, with doses and therapies chosen for the child’s age and constitution. Please do not give herbal medicines or home remedies to a child without a physician’s advice.
How much does Ayurvedic skin treatment cost in Pune?
The cost depends on the consultation, the medicines and any therapies advised, so it differs from person to person. Your fee and plan are explained at the clinic before you begin.
Book Ayurvedic Treatment for Skin Diseases in Pune
If a rash, itching, patches or recurring flare-ups are affecting your comfort or confidence, consider a proper assessment. Maha Ayurved can discuss Ayurvedic treatment for skin diseases in Pune based on your needs, and advise when tests or a dermatologist’s opinion are also needed.
Ayurvedic Clinic in Wakad
Arogyam Dhansampada, Vrundavan Society, Datta Mandir Rd, opp. Shakti Sports, Wakad, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune
Clinic hours: Monday to Sunday, 10am to 9pm
Get directionsAyurvedic Clinic in Kasarwadi
Shop no 12 and 13, Vishal Residency, near Pride Motors, Laxman Krupa Housing Society, Kasarwadi, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Pune 411034
Clinic hours: Please contact the clinic to confirm timings
Get directionsThis page is for general information and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or emergency care. Results vary between individuals.