Ayurveda Guidance
Ayurveda is a traditional system of wellness that sees beauty as a reflection of balance. Rather than treating every skin concern the same way, Ayurveda looks at individual tendencies — including dryness, sensitivity, excess oil, and imbalance — to support skin in a more thoughtful, holistic way. At Earthy Tones 9, we draw inspiration from this philosophy by using time-honoured botanicals that help nourish, calm, and restore the skin barrier.
Understanding the Three Doshas (Skin Types)
In Ayurveda, everyone has a unique balance of three energies, known as doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. These can also influence how skin tends to behave.
1. Vata Dosha
Associated with air and space, Vata skin is often dry, thin, delicate, and prone to dehydration. It may feel rough, look dull, or become easily irritated when the skin barrier is compromised.
What Vata skin usually needs:
Deep nourishment, lasting hydration, gentle cleansing, and protective oils that support softness and comfort.
2. Pitta Dosha
Associated with fire and water, Pitta skin is often sensitive, warm, reactive, and more likely to show redness or irritation. It can be beautiful and radiant but may become inflamed when overstimulated.
What Pitta skin usually needs:
Cooling, calming, soothing care with ingredients that help reduce the feeling of heat and support a balanced complexion.
3. Kapha Dosha
Associated with earth and water, Kapha skin is often thicker, smoother, and naturally well-moisturised, but may also be prone to excess oil, congestion, and clogged pores.
What Kapha skin usually needs:
Lightweight hydration, gentle exfoliation, and purifying ingredients that refresh the skin without stripping it.
Not sure which one sounds like you?
Most people are not purely one dosha. You may notice traits from more than one, and your skin can shift with stress, weather, diet, hormones, and lifestyle. That is why we focus on balanced, botanical skincare designed to support skin gently and consistently.
Our formulas are inspired by Ayurvedic thinking but made for modern life — combining traditional botanical knowledge with gentle, practical skincare rituals that help your skin feel calm, supported, and healthy.
Disclaimer: Inspired by Ayurveda, our herbal skincare is rooted in traditional botanical wisdom and holistic self-care. Earthy Tones 9 products are created to nourish and support the skin naturally, but are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition.