Yastimadhuka Oil 100 ml (USDA Certified Organic) | Ayurvedic Taila for Daily Abhyanga, Skin Nourishment & Healthy Ageing

Yastimadhuka oil is a traditional Ayurvedic body oil used to nourish the skin, soften dryness and bring a natural glow to the complexion. It is made from Yastimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), the sweet root known in English as licorice, infused into certified organic sesame oil with cow's milk and Amalaki. For centuries this gentle oil has been smoothed onto the body before bathing to:

• Lend softness and lustre to dull, dry skin
• Soothe the feel of rough patches and surface dryness
• Support an even, healthy looking complexion

The Sanskrit name means the sweet stick. Yashti is a staff or stick, madhu is sweet, and the compound describes the licorice root exactly as it arrives, in dried sticks that taste plainly sweet. Yastimadhu is also known as Mulethi in North India, and classical texts also call it Madhuka and Klitaka. Those texts count it among the Rasayana dravyas, the restorative group, and among the Varnya dravyas named for complexion, which is why it appears in so many traditional beauty preparations. Here that heritage is captured in oil form, ready to use on the skin.

Licorice has a long standing reputation in Ayurveda for supporting a brighter, more even looking complexion, and this oil carries that heritage onto the skin. Yastimadhu is classically described as enhancing natural radiance and softening the look of dullness over time. Used as a regular pre bath massage oil, it nourishes the surface and eases the feel of dryness. It works gradually, in keeping with the Ayurvedic view of beauty as nourishment rather than a quick fix, so steady, patient use brings the most pleasing results.

Massage the warm oil over the body about ten to fifteen minutes before bathing, then wash it off with a mild soap. The traditional method is simple and unhurried:

1. Warm a little oil gently in your hands, or by standing the closed bottle in hot water.
2. Massage it over the body, or onto dry areas such as elbows, knees and shins, with smooth strokes.
3. Let it rest on the skin for ten to fifteen minutes so it can soak in.
4. Bathe as usual with a gentle cleanser.

For very dry areas it can also be massaged in and left on overnight. For external use only.

Yastimadhuka oil is especially balancing for Pitta and Vata, thanks to the sweet, cooling, moistening qualities of the root. Pitta is the fiery principle Ayurveda links with heat and sensitivity in the skin, while Vata is associated with dryness and roughness, and the soothing, hydrating character of the oil settles both. The sesame and milk base adds a grounding quality. That makes it a comfortable choice for skin that tends to run hot or dry, and a pleasant everyday option for most constitutions.

Just a few whole ingredients, which is part of its gentle appeal. Each 100 ml of certified organic Sesame oil is slow processed with:

• Cow's milk (Kshira), prized in Ayurveda for its soothing, cooling quality
• Yastimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), root, for complexion and softness
• Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), fruit pericarp, the famous amla

No individual quantities are given for the three ingredients. There are no synthetic fragrances, colours or preservatives. Because cow's milk is used, the oil is not suitable for vegans.

Yes. It is gentle enough for regular use and can be massaged lightly onto the face as well as the body, provided your skin is comfortable with it. Its soft, cooling character suits dry and dull looking skin. For facial use apply only a small amount, avoid the immediate eye area, and let it absorb before rinsing, or leave it overnight on very dry skin. As with anything new, apply a small amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours first, especially if your skin is sensitive.

It is for external use only and is made from certified organic whole ingredients, free from heavy metals, pesticides, artificial fragrances and chemical preservatives. It is certified by ECOCERT SAS, France, in accordance with the USDA Organic Regulations (7 CFR Part 205). It is suitable for vegetarians, but because it is processed with cow's milk it is not suitable for vegans. A few simple cautions:

• Apply a small amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before first full use.
• Keep it away from the eyes and off broken skin.
• If you are pregnant, nursing, or under care for a skin concern, use it with guidance from a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.

You can buy authentic organic Yastimadhuka oil from AyurvedaBay.com, a specialist store for genuine Ayurvedic skin care and herbs. We ship worldwide and regularly deliver across North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the Middle East. Choosing a dedicated Ayurvedic retailer means you receive a fresh, certified organic product prepared to the classical method, with its ECOCERT certification traceable back to the Western Ghats farms where the herbs are grown. This listing is the 100 ml size; 200 ml and 500 ml bottles are also available.