Xanthelasma is a skin disorder where one or more yellowish deposits occur primarily on or surrounding the eyelids. Usually, these deposits are harmless, but they can be a cosmetic problem and often indicate an underlying problem with lipids. In Ayurveda, these deposits are tackled by addressing the imbalance in the body’s energies that caused them in the first place, thus ensuring long-term benefits and healthy skin.
Although the cause is not completely clear, many people have been found at risk of developing Xanthelasma:
Lipid Concentration: High levels of cholesterol or triglycerides will put one at risk of developing these deposits.
Hormonal Concentration: Some hormones are linked with the processing of lipids and hence, the concentration would affect Xanthelasma.
Consuming high-cholesterol foods: Fast food or a diet filled with saturated fat is more likely to prone one to Xanthelasma.
Family history: If someone in a family had previously suffered from Xanthelasma, chances are higher that someone else would do.
Age: Age is also a factor in the development of Xanthelasma; it usually develops in people over the age of 30, when age-related changes in lipid metabolism begin to occur.
Xanthelasma commonly presents as small, yellowish deposits near the eyelids.
These patches are generally painless and do not cause discomfort but may raise cosmetic concerns.
In rare cases, more extensive deposits can interfere with vision.
Jiva Ayurveda provides advanced Ayurvedic treatment for Xanthelasma. Our treatments are highly personalised, varying from patient to patient, and aim to eliminate the root cause, balance the tri-doshas (governing energies), and enhance skin health.
Ayurvedic Therapies: Panchakarma, Shirodhara, Abhyanga, and similar authentic, time-tested Ayurvedic therapies are crucial to Jiva’s Ayurvedic treatments. They help detoxify the body, reduce lipid deposits, and promote healthy skin.
HACCP Certified Ayurvedic Medicines: Scientifically formulated Ayurvedic medicines aim to restore balance in the body, maintain emotional stability, and eliminate the root cause.
Nutritional and Lifestyle Adjustments: Certified health experts recommend dietary and lifestyle adjustments to improve lipid levels and skin health.
Yoga and Meditation: Practicing yoga, meditation, and stress management practices aids in hormonal balance and can improve skin health factors, which can be quite useful in managing Xanthelasma.
Ayurveda applies a plethora of herbal medications to treat Xanthelasma, and these serve to enhance the quality of the skin. Some of the more popular herbs include;
Amla: Having antioxidant qualities, Amla also helps in managing cholesterol levels.
Guggul: This herb possesses anti-inflammatory properties and thus helps normalise lipid levels.
Turmeric: Turmeric has anti-inflammatory effects and is beneficial for skin health.
Triphala: Triphala is also a cleansing herb that helps detoxify and regulate lipids.
Neem: It is well known for its skin-healing element, which helps cleanse the blood and hence promotes healthy skin.
Xanthelasma can be defined as yellowish deposits appearing on the eyelids or around the eyes. It is caused primarily by excessively violent disturbances of the body’s balance system resulting from excessive cholesterol levels.
Yes, changing dietary choices, exercising, or a combination of these two may help lower cholesterol levels in the body, thereby lowering the chances of developing Xanthelasma disease.
A diet rich in whole grains, fruits and vegetables, and nuts, as advised by Ayurveda, will improve the lipid profile.
Xanthomas are LP deposits or fat accumulations in other parts of the body, while Xanthelasma are LP deposits around the eyes.
Yes, panchakarma is medically proven to detoxify the body and regulate the level of lipids in it, but care should be observed when it is treated by an Ayurvedic practitioner.
Yes, stress is a great factor in disrupting the balance of hormones, which may consequently raise substance lipids, causing Xanthelasma.
Herbs like Guggul and neem are very useful in lipid balancing, and amla is also advisable for supporting skin.
Fasting is believed to restore metabolism and lipid level balance, but an Ayurvedic doctor must prescribe such treatments to a patient.
Surgery is not the only alternative; other options, such as Ayurveda treatment, herbal treatment, and changing the diet, are also good non-surgical options.
Yes, Xanthelasma can suggest a high cholesterol level, which is a risk factor for heart-related diseases. Ayurvedic treatment can effectively achieve a better lipid profile and help otus.
Xanthelasma can be managed with the help of Ayurvedic eye creams, which aim to maintain skin integrity by ensuring the sufficiency of essential lipids.
Xanthomas are removable lesions containing lipids that can be seen in almost any places of the body, while Xanthelasma involves only eyelids.
Ayurveda can reduce xanthelasma by targeting the underlying cause, controlling lipid levels, and enhancing general skin quality.
