Other Approved External Preparations
Approved external preparations that are not oils or balms, such as lepa powders, herbal pastes, liniments and gels, from licensed Ayurvedic manufacturers.
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Lepa, a herbal paste spread on the skin and left to dry, is one of the oldest forms described in Ayurvedic texts. Approved external preparations in this section bring together such forms and their packaged cousins, from lepa powders you mix with water to ready creams, gels and liniments.
What ties them together is that each is meant for outer use and comes from a manufacturer licensed for Ayurvedic products. The pack should show the licence number, composition, directions, manufacturer's details, batch and expiry, along with cautions such as keeping it clear of the eyes.
Formulas vary a great deal, so try a little on a small patch of skin and wait to see how it responds. Ask a qualified Ayurvedic doctor which preparation suits you, and avoid broken skin unless the label and your practitioner say otherwise.
Close tubes and jars after use, and keep lepa powders as dry as any other herbal powder.