Yashti Oil (Yashti Taila)

Modern description

Yashti oil, made with licorice (Yashtimadhu), is used for its soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, promoting skin and hair health. It helps in pacifying Vata and Pitta doshas.

Purpose

Classical formulation

Indications

• Hair problems (hair fall, premature graying)
• Skin diseases
• Burning sensations
• Vrana (wound) healing
• General weakness
• Acts as a tonic
• Relieves burning sensation
• Good for skin

Classical indications

• Daha (burning sensation)
• Vrana (wound)
• Ruksha (dryness)

Karma

• Vatahara
• Pitta Shamaka
• Balya
• Varnya
• Keshya
• Vranahara

Key ingredients

• Tila Taila
• Yashtimadhu root powder

Adult dose

For external application: Apply liberally to affected area 1-2 times daily. For internal use (only if qualified physician recommends): 5-10 ml with warm water or milk, once or twice a day.

Pediatric dose

Not typically recommended for internal use in children. External use only under strict medical supervision.

Preparation steps

• Collect the ingredients: Yashtimadhu (licorice root), base oil (e.g., sesame or coconut oil).
• Prepare a decoction of Yashtimadhu in water.
• Mix the Yashtimadhu decoction with the base oil.
• Heat the mixture on low heat until all the water evaporates, leaving only the oil infused with Yashtimadhu.
• Filter the oil to remove any solid particles.
• Store the oil in a clean, airtight container.

Toxic ingredients

• unspecified

Safety contraindications

• Known allergy to any of the ingredients.
• Avoid internal use in individuals with uncontrolled diabetes due to the sweet nature of Yashtimadhu.