Seborrheic keratosis is one of the most common non-cancerous growth most commonly seen in older adults. A seborrheic keratosis usually appears as a brown, black or light tan growth on face, chest, back or shoulders. The growth has a waxy, scaly and slightly elevated appearance. It must be noted that seborrheic keratosis doesn’t become cancerous in the later stage and are not related to sun exposure.
They are normally painless and require no treatment. Some patients may decide to have them removed if they become irritated by clothing or cosmetic reasons.
They are not painful but can be bothersome depending on the size and location. Do not rub, scratch or pick them. This may lead to bleeding or swelling.
Skin tags are skin coloured lumps that grow out of the skin. They are soft and usually found on the neck, body and armpits. These are harmless but can be removed for cosmetic reasons.
What are the symptoms of Seborrheic Keratosis and skin tags?
Seborrheic keratosis generally looks like a waxy or wart-like growth. Warts generally appear on the face, chest, shoulders or on the back of the body. There may be a single growth or cluster of them.
Symptoms of Seborrheic keratosis and skin tags are:
- Usually light tan to brown or black
- Flat or slightly elevated with a scaly surface
- Ranges in size from very small to more than 1 inch.
- May cause itching
- Has a characteristic “pasted on” look
- Round or oval in shape
What are the causes of Seborrheic Keratosis and Skin Tags?
The causes of seborrheic keratosis are not known. They generally increase in number with age and the lesions are not contagious. They tend to run in the families so inheritance may play a role.
Skin diseases are often caused by the malnutrition due to the consumption of mostly junk food regularly toxic as well as weak digestion. Micronutrients may be deficient particularly Vitamins A, D, magnesium and zinc.
Treatment of Seborrheic Keratosis and Skin Tags
According to modern medicine, removal of lesions is only the only option available by methods such as: freezing with liquid nitrogen, burning the lesions with an electric current or by vaporizing the growth with a laser.
Planet Ayurveda offers an effective and herbal treatment for seborrheic keratosis as well as skin tags as Planet Ayurveda always goes to the roots of the problem by treating it specifically according to the causes of each disease. Ayurvedic skin problems may take a few weeks to few months to show up signs of cure, but it is sure about its permanent solutions.
Ayurvedic Treatment for Seborrheic Keratosis and Skin Tags by Planet Ayurveda includes
- Gandhak Rasayan
- Pitta Balance
- Manjistha Capsules
- Green Essentials
- Navkarshik Churna
Herbal Remedies for Seborrheic keratosis & Skin tags
1. Gandhak Rasayan
Purified sulphur is used for the preparation of these tablets. Gandhak Rasayan has antibacterial, antifungal, antitumor, anti-diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties. It purifies blood, cures skin diseases, eliminates harmful toxins and improves immune system of an individual.
Recommended dosage of Gandhak Rasayan tablets is: Two tablets twice or thrice daily with lukewarm water after meals.
2. Pitta Balance
According to Ayurveda, all the skin problems are caused due to Pitta dosha imbalance in the body. Pitta Balance capsules of Planet Ayurveda are wonderful herbal formulations of several unique combinations of ingredients which are cooling and are natural calcium compounds. These compounds pacify Pitta dosha in the body.
Ingredients of Pitta Balance Capsules are:
S.No. | Ingredient Name | Common Name | Quantity |
1. |
Coral Calcium |
Praval Pishti |
125 mg |
2. |
Agate Calcium |
Akik Pishti |
125 mg |
3. |
An Ayurvedic Calcium Compound |
Jawar Mohra Pishti |
125 mg |
4. |
An Ayurvedic Calcium Compound |
Kamdudha Ras |
125 mg |
5. |
Pearl Calcium |
Mukta Pishti |
50 mg |
6. |
Tinospora cordifolia extract |
Giloy Satv |
125 mg |
Dosage: 1-2 capsules twice daily.
3. Manjistha Capsules
Manjishtha Capsules of Planet Ayurveda are prepared from the pure extracts of Rubia cordifolia herb. This herb works both internally and externally to promote skin growth and lustre. It also helps in removing pimples, freckles, discolouration of the skin and promotes the healing of skin tissues. Manjistha Capsules purify the blood and act as strong anti-oxidant and astringent. These capsules are the best alternative to the chemical -based skin treatments.
Dosage: 1-2 capsules twice daily.
4. Cap. Green Essentials
Green Essential Capsules of Planet Ayurveda are the richest source of all the nutrients and anti-oxidants that are required for the healthy skin. These are rich in all Vitamin B-complex, other vitamins and minerals, iron which are responsible for tissue repair and blood formation.
Ingredients of Green Essentials are:
S.No. |
Ingredient Name |
Botanical Name |
Quantity |
1. |
Grape seed |
Vitis vinifera |
100 mg |
2. |
Wheat Grass |
Triticum aestivum |
100 mg |
3. |
Spirulina |
Spirulina platensis |
100 mg |
4. |
Green tea |
Camellia sinensis |
100 mg |
5. |
Amla |
Emblica officinalis |
100 mg |
Dosage: 1-2 capsules twice daily.
5. Navkarshik Churna
Navkarshik Churna of Planet Ayurveda is a blend of wonderful herbs that possesses immunomodulator properties. It also acts as an anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and anti-bacterial properties. This churna helps in purifying the blood and corrects the metabolism of the body. Herbs in navkarshik churna help in removing the toxins from the body and eliminate the skin problems from the root.
Ingredients used in Navkarshik Churna are:
S.No. |
Indian Name |
Botanical Name |
Parts Used |
Quantity |
1. |
Amla |
Emblica officinalis |
Fruits |
22.22 gm |
2. |
Haritaki |
Terminalia chebula |
Fruits |
22.22 gm |
3. |
Bahera |
Terminalia bellerica |
Fruits |
22.22 gm |
4. |
Vacha |
Acorus calamus |
Roots |
22.22 gm |
5. |
Neem |
Azadirachta indica |
Leaves |
22.22 gm |
6. |
Manjishtha |
Rubia cordifolia |
Whole |
22.22 gm |
7. |
Giloy |
Tinospora cordifolia |
Stem |
22.22 gm |
8. |
Katuki |
Picrrhiza kurroa |
Stem |
22.22 gm |
9. |
Daruhaldi |
Bereberis aristata |
Rhizome |
22.22 gm |
Dosage: 1-2 teaspoonful of powder twice daily.
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