Mere smearing of the medicated herbs added with oil to the body part is known as lepanam. It helpful in skin diseases, skin manifestation due to vitiated vata dosha, disease of the scalp, hair fall, Dandruff, painful condition of musculoskeletal system and also it cures peripheral vascular diseases. The treatment is continued for seven to 14 days for duration of 20 to 30 minutes.
Types of Lepanam
Mukh Lepa
The topical application of the herbal paste to the face and keeping it undisturbed for certain period is known as Mukh lepa.
Benefits of Mukh Lepa
This therapy is used to clear the mobility of dosha or any toxic substances in facial skin as well as to improve the color and complexion of the skin. It also prevents aging of skin, avoids wrinkles and gives a good skin tone.
Annana Lepa
This is similar to much lepa in which medicated herbal paste apply on localized or specific bodily part for certain duration for therapeutic purpose.
Benefits of Annana Lepa
This therapy is used to clear the mobility of dosha or any toxic substances in facial skin as well as to improve the color and complexion of the skin. It also prevents aging of skin, avoids wrinkles and gives a good skin tone.