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VARSHA RITU - pielęgnacja ajurwedyjska na lipiec i sierpień - Orientana

VARSHA RITU - Ayurvedic care for July and August

Of course! Here is an article about Varsha Ritu – one of the six seasons of the Ayurvedic Indian calendar:


🌧️ Varsha Ritu – Monsoon Season in Ayurveda

Introduction

Varsha Ritu is the Indian monsoon season, usually lasting from July to September . It is a time of heavy rainfall, increased humidity and energy instability in the body. In traditional Ayurveda , Varsha Ritu is of great importance – not only for nature, but also for the body, mind and daily health routine. This is the time when Vata and Pitta dosha disorders are most visible and require special care.


Characteristics of Varsha Ritu

  • 🌫 Weather : high humidity, rain, cloudy sky, variable temperature
  • 🌱 Nature : lush greenery, a time of sowing and rebirth
  • Ayurveda : Increased ama (toxins), weakened Agni (digestive fire), instability of Vata

In Ayurveda, it is believed that during Varsha Ritu, the body is more susceptible to illness – the digestive system weakens, and excess moisture promotes the multiplication of bacteria and parasites. Therefore, this season requires a special diet and care regimen .


Which doshas are disturbed?

  • Vata dosha : aggravated by irregular weather, cold and damp.
  • Pitta dosha : May become disturbed during the late monsoon phase when temperatures and humidity increase.

Ayurvedic Recommendations for Varsha Ritu

🍛 Diet

  • Avoid : raw vegetables, cold and hard to digest foods, ice cream, fermented foods
  • Eat : warm, easily digestible dishes – khichdi, soups with spices, cooked vegetables
  • Herbs and spices : ginger, black pepper, turmeric, asafoetida (hing), cumin

🧘 Routine and lifestyle

  • Body oiling (Abhyanga) : especially with sesame oil – has a grounding effect on Vata
  • Dry bath with chickpea flour : reduces skin stickiness and cleanses pores
  • Be careful about infections and parasites : drink boiled water, avoid street food
  • Wearing cotton, breathable clothes : protects the skin from rashes and fungal infections

Body and skin care at Varsha Ritu

  • During this period, the skin may be reactive and susceptible to fungal inflammation and rashes.
  • It is worth using herbal tonics and baths with the addition of neem, sandalwood or turmeric.
  • Avoid heavy creams – opt for light oils with antibacterial herbs .

Spiritual and emotional significance

Varsha Ritu is a time of reflection and slowing down . Nature forces us to stop – water cleanses, moisturizes, but also confronts emotional storms. In Ayurveda, this season favors meditation practices and inner introspection .


Summary

Varsha Ritu is a season that brings rain, abundance, but also health challenges. In the Ayurvedic approach, it is crucial to adapt daily habits – from diet, through care, to lifestyle – to the changing conditions of nature. Properly balancing the doshas at this time can prevent many diseases and ensure well-being until the end of the season.


In Poland, high air humidity most often occurs in the following periods and conditions:


📅 1. Summer – July and August

  • Especially after storms and rainfall.
  • High temperatures combined with water evaporating from the soil and vegetation cause a feeling of “suffocation” – a typical effect of high humidity.
  • Relative humidity often exceeds 80–90% at night and in the morning.

🌫️ 2. Autumn – September to November

  • Cooler nights, fog, frequent rainfall.
  • Air humidity is increasing despite lower temperatures.
  • Mornings and evenings are particularly humid – especially in wet and forested areas.

💨 3. In winter – during thaws and windless days

  • Although the air is cool, it can be very humid if the snow begins to melt.
  • There is often a feeling of "damp cold", which is more unpleasant than frost.

🏞️ 4. Areas with increased humidity throughout the year

  • River valleys (e.g. Vistula, Biebrza valleys)
  • Lakeland and coastal areas (Pomerania, Masuria)
  • Forest and mountain areas (Bieszczady, Sudetes – especially in spring and autumn)

🌡️ Meteorological curiosity

  • High humidity is not just about numbers , but also how we experience it – if the temperature exceeds 25°C and humidity is above 60–70%, we feel stuffy, our skin feels sticky and sweat does not evaporate properly.

If you want, I can add this information to your post about Varsha Ritu , as an analogy to Polish summer – especially in the context of July and August, when skin care needs to take into account excess moisture.

🌧️ Varsha Ritu – Ayurvedic Rain Season and Summer Skin Care

Introduction

In Ayurveda, each season affects our body and the condition of our skin. Varsha Ritu , or the time of monsoons , falls between July and September. In India, it is a time of abundant rainfall and high humidity - and in Poland? It is a time of summer storms, heat interrupted by rain, changes in pressure and... disruption of our energy balance.

According to Ayurveda, this is a time when Vata and Pitta are particularly susceptible to disorders – which can manifest as skin hypersensitivity, breakouts, tightness, irritation, moist acne or fungal skin lesions.


What happens to our skin in Varsha Ritu?

  • Excess moisture and heat lead to problems with maintaining water-lipid balance.
  • The skin becomes more reactive , becomes oily more quickly, and may also become dehydrated.
  • There is an increased susceptibility to acne, perifollicular inflammation, hidradenitis , and discoloration.

How to care for your skin according to Ayurveda and Varsha Ritu?

1. Cleanse gently but effectively

In the humid season, it is not worth reaching for strong detergents - they can damage the hydrolipid barrier and worsen the problem.

👉 Recommendation:
Orientana Neem & Tulsi Facial Cleansing Foam – cleanses, has antibacterial properties, soothes and calms.


2. Strengthen your skin's protection against inflammation

Times of storms and heat are a test for problematic skin – Pitta dosha overheats the skin, which manifests itself through irritation, redness and inflammation.

👉 Recommendation:
Serum-ampoule Antioxidation Ashwagandha Cica Niacinamide – has anti-inflammatory effects, strengthens blood vessels, regulates sebum and protects against oxidative stress.


3. Avoid greasy, heavy creams

Instead of thick consistencies, reach for light gels, essences and water serums – the skin will breathe, will not become greasy, but will be hydrated.

👉 Recommendation:
Orientana Bio Moisturizing Essence with Tremella – a natural alternative to hyaluronic acid, a light formula ideal under SPF.


4. Tone and refresh

Changing weather can increase skin reactivity – it is worth supporting it daily with a tonic or natural mist.

👉 Recommendation:
Sandalwood and Turmeric Face and Body Mist – soothes, refreshes, has antibacterial and antiseptic properties.


5. Don't forget about your body

Moisture and warmth are ideal conditions for bacteria and fungi to grow – especially in the folds of the skin and on the back. Care should be cleansing, but not aggressive.

👉 Recommendation:
Ayurvedic Neem and Tea Tree Body Oil – a herbal protective shield against imperfections and excessive sweating.


Natural skincare ritual on Varsha Ritu

In the morning :

  • Washing your face with light foam
  • CICA and niacinamide based serum
  • Moisturizing essence or mist
  • SPF30+

In the evening :

  • Makeup removal and cleansing
  • Turmeric tonic or hydrolate
  • Regenerating serum with adaptogens
  • Facial massage with sandalwood oil

Take care of yourself holistically

Varsha Ritu is a time not only for the skin but also for the mind. It is worth it during this period:

🧘‍♀️ practice grounding yoga,
🍲 eat warm, easily digestible meals with spices such as ginger, cumin, turmeric,
💧 drink boiled water with the addition of Ayurvedic herbs,
🌿 use adaptogens such as ashwagandha or tulsi – also in skin care.


Summary

In Ayurveda, everything is a cycle – skin care should also change with the season. Varsha Ritu is a time of cleansing, protection and strengthening – both internally and externally. Natural cosmetics based on Asian plants, such as in Orientana, support the skin in regaining balance and beauty – even when the rain outside is not letting you forget about it.


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