What Is Kumkumadi Oil? What Are Its Benefits?

What’s included in the Kumkumadi oil?

Kumkumadi Tailam or facial oil consists of 100% natural herbs, essential oils, and extracted vegetable oils. It is organic, vegan, free of sulphate and harmful chemicals. It is a mixture of several ayurvedic herbs and pure essential oils such as Saffron, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Sesame oil, Turmeric extracts, Rose oil, Manjishtha, Almond oil,” shares aromatherapist and cosmetologist, Pooja Nagdev who is also the founder at INATUR, that has a few Kumkumadi products in their list. One of the defining ingredients in oil is saffron which also earns the oil the name of saffron oil, although the base oil is usually sesame.

Kumkumadi oil benefits –

The reason behind Kumkumadi oil’s growing reputation is its ability to tackle various skin issues and types. Generally speaking it is said to reduce signs of ageing like wrinkles, fine lines, dark spots, blemishes, and pimples. It is also said to help in reducing hyper-pigmentation, a common issue with Indian skin and also help battle against common allergies and infections.
Its key ingredient Saffron oil helps lighten skin tone and glow it from within — turmeric treats cuts, burns and acne, sandal oil smoothens skin, liquorice reduces spots and so on and so forth. High on antioxidants, the oil reduces the provocative response of the skin that causes pigmentation and also works as an antibacterial ingredient in tackling acne-related issues. The ancient science of Ayurveda basically passes on all its best skincare treatments in one highly intense serum.

Method of using Kumkumadi oil?

Keeping the sticky and thick nature of the oil in mind, it is advised that you use it sparing on your skin. A clean, carefully washed face is the right canvas for the oil. Just a few drops massaged on your face should do the magic. Let the oil stay overnight or at least for 2-3 hours before you wash it off for maximum efficacy.