Overview
Dhamasa is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for skin disorders. Dhamasa (Fagonia arabica) is described alongside Jawaasa as another variety of Duraalbhaa. It is a small, thorny, prickly herb found in dry and arid regions. The text describes its taste as bitter and astringent, qualities as light and dry, and potency as cold. It is useful in fevers, thirst, burning sensations, and blood-related disorders. The plant grows close to the ground with small leaves and thorns on each node. Doses: 1-2 tola decoction; powder 4-9 ratti; 1-8 masha. Verse refs: page 412.
How Dhamasa Helps with Skin Disorders
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Dhamasa has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing skin disorders:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry)
Other Herbs for Skin Disorders
See all herbs for skin disorders on the Skin Disorders page.
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