Kapha dosha

If your dominant dosha is Kapha you should use products that purify and detoxify your skin. Because Kapha skin is generally oily and thick, look for ingredients such as enzymes and light texture moisturisers to maintain hydration and also keep your skin clear of congestion.

Even oily skin needs oils! Don't be mistaken and think oily and congested skin is not suitable for oil based products. Pure plant oils, such as hemp seed oil are ideal for Kapha skin. Thicker skin generally ages much better than a thinner skin.

To manage oily and combination skin, we have three different collections to choose from. If you have very oily skin and suffer from repeated or severe congestion, breakouts and acne we recommend the Oily & Combination Skin Ultimate Collection which will deliver fastest and best results. For less significant symptoms of oily skin you could consider the Oily & Combination Skin Advanced Collection. If you are not quite sure where to begin, the Oily & Combination Skin Starter Collection is worth a try.

You can also choose individual products or other bundles to combat acne, oily and combination skin. These products will help clear your skin from congestion.

If your main dosha is Kapha you are likely to be caring, loyal and have clear, slow speech.

Kapha consists of the element earth and water and is characterised by qualities such as oily, cold, heavy and slow. These qualities translate into things like, smooth soft skin, dislike for exercise, prefer warm conditions, prone to crave sweet and fatty foods.

Kapha types generally have a solid build and are prone to weight gain. They often have thick, oily skin and large, soft eyes. Kapha tend to be loyal and grounded. Kapha people and are often slow at learning new things but never forget once taught!

When Kapha is imbalanced this can affect different parts of the body and mind. Kapha increases by eating inappropriate foods (too much heavy food, oily foods), being exposed to cold, wet conditions and by being sedentary.

When kapha is aggravated you may become lethargic, gain weight and become overly sentimental. Digestion will be decreased. As Ayurveda believes all disease is the result of digestion, it is very important to gain control of foods and lifestyle practices which alleviate Kapha.

Kapha types are prone to allergies, diabetes type-2, sinusitis, bronchitis, mucous congestion and heart disease. Kapha dosha is prevalent during childhood, as a result many respiratory disorders, such as coughs, colds, allergies, asthma, are noted in this age group.