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9 likes A ruddy/rough complexion indicates toxic blood. An orangish or greenish sallow complexion can also indicate gall bladder stagnation or acid reflux.   (3.00 out of 5 stars) 1 rating, 98 likesAcne is considered a hot, oily pitta condition in Ayurveda. When oils build up in the skin and clog your pores the small pustules known as pimples appear. Alternatively, when the liver is overwhelmed by toxins, the body attempts to release toxins...  (2.50 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 18 likesBlackheads indicate clogged pores. Recurring blackheads may indicate dirty or excessively oily skin. Skin becomes oily when the blood is sweet, or when Pitta brings excess blood to the area. In a Pitta constition, blackheads on the face imply excess... 20 likes A whitehead may also be painful. All painful whiteheads are due to a localized infection. Whiteheads can result from excessively sweet Kapha blood, or blood that is too high in sugar or fat content mixing with fiery Pitta toxins. The fiery toxins... 19 likes Painful acne is often deep seated and cystic. Cystic acne may form in a person with a watery kapha constitution has a clogged pore, their body may form a cysts around the irritant. A whitehead may also be painful. All painful whiteheads are due to... (5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 rating, 17 likesCystic acne may form in a person with a watery kapha constitution has a clogged pore, their body may form a cysts around the irritant. 56 likes Cellulite is largely determined by genetics, but may be a sign of kapha poor circulation. Improving circulation and reducing overall body fat can improve the appearance of cellulite. Aromatic spices such as turmeric can help disperse and move the... 11 likes Lumps and bumps could be lipomas, cancer, or other diseases. Lipomas indicate a problem with fat metabolism and lipid congestion of the lymphatic system. 11 likes Freckles, liver spots, moles and other blemishes are often a sign of liver stress. 13 likes Stretch marks are a result of stress on the skin. When you gain weight too quickly as is often the case in pregnancy, puberty, water retention, traumatic life experiences, or when the skin is stretched too quickly for any reason, it can stress the skin... (5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 rating, 21 likesLiver spots are a sign of a deficiency in the liver, or of the livers ability to move blood in the skin. 17 likes Skin tags are often a sign of poor fat metabolism. OVerweight persons are more likely to develop skin tags. Skin tags are more common in diabetics. Diabetes causes high blood sugar and imbalanced hormone levels. This can cause abnormal growth of skin... (4.50 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 15 likesWhile most flaky skin is dry in nature, some are oily. Dry flaky skin is Vata. Oily flaky skin is Kapha. Neem and Tea Tree, while great for certain hair conditions, won't nourish and soothe a dry scalp. They are too dry and harsh! Massaging 33 likes Bruising easily is a sign of high Pitta in Ayurveda. Capillary beds may be dilated due to a heat condition in heart or liver, general inflammation, or irritating toxins in the blood. Platelet count may be low. Malabsorption of vitamins C and K may be a... 28 likes The body releases toxins through the digestion, urine, skin & lungs. Rashes may result when there are too many toxins, or the liver becomes otherwise aggravated. Some rashes may be infectious and require a visit to a medical doctor. All rashes are a... 
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