अंजनकर्म or application of अंजन

“सौवीरमन्जनम नित्यं हितमक्ष्णोस्ततो भजेत|”

अंजनकर्म or application of अंजन aka kajal is eyes is recommended in दिनचर्या (daily regime). अंजन has not only cosmetic purpose but also therapeutic importance.

Eyes are the most beautiful organs in our body. With eyes, we can admire everything around us. As we are mainly visual learners, a good vision is utmost important. Hence eye health should be maintained by following daily अंजनकर्म.

अंजन or kajal or surama as it is commonly known; is generally used by females to look attractive and beautiful. However its not the only purpose of अंजन. it prevents and treats many disorders of eyes.

“चक्षुस्तेजोमयं तस्य विशेषात श्लेष्मणो भयम|”

Our eyes represent तेज महाभूत (fire element). Vitiated कफ दोष leads to many vision issues. Even in current scenario, when we are continuously glued to digital screens like PC or mobiles; symptoms like fatigue, strain or congestion of eyes are very common. Regular अंजनकर्म can deal with such issues. There are various types of अंजन depending upon their properties like लेखन (scrapping action), रोपण (Healing action), प्रसादन (cosmetic action). One should consult an Ayurvedic physician to get a customized अंजन to avail maximum benefits.

अंजन should never be shared with anyone and applied with clean finger. Even males can apply अंजन, as transparent varieties are also available. Time of application varies as per body requirement.