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Ayurveda and Skin Science: The Skin–Health Connection

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Course Code:

AIH2101

Credit Hours:

1.5 Quarter-Credit-Hours

Course Level:

200

Area of Study:

Ayurveda and Integrative Health

Course Description

AIH2101 - This is a comprehensive 10-week course integrating Ayurvedic principles with modern dermatology to deepen understanding of skin health. Blending ancient wisdom with biomedical science, it explores connections among the gut, hormones, immunity, emotions, and the skin. Students examine dosha-based constitutions and their scientific correlates, along with Agni, Ama, microbiome balance, Ojas, and the skin barrier. The course addresses common concerns—acne, dryness, pigmentation, and aging—through nutrition, herbs, skincare rituals, and lifestyle strategies. Emphasizing holistic integration, participants design internal and external treatment plans and culminate by creating a personalized 30-day Radiance Blueprint for sustainable skin vitality and overall well-being.
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Program of Study

This course is part of the following programs:

Certificate Program in Ayurveda for Self-Healing (CPAS)

Division

Community Education Division

Required / Core / Elective:

Elective

Prerequisites:

Basic exposure to Ayurveda (introductory workshop, prior reading, or foundational class)

Semester / Quarter System:

Quarter

Number of Weeks:

11

Semester / Quarter Offered:

Winter 2026

Days of the Week:

Every Thursday

Time:

9:00 PM EST – 10:30 PM EST

Start Date:

January 15, 2026

End Date:

March 26, 2026

Faculty

Dr. Usha Nagavarapu

Dr. Usha Nagavarapu is a Certified Integrative Ayurvedic Practitioner and Visiting Faculty at the Hindu University of America (HUA), Dr. Nagavarapu teaches and mentors in Ayurvedic pharmacology, integrative health, and the science of longevity. Through her research and teaching, she continues to build a bridge between the ancient sciences of life (Ayurveda) and modern biomedical research.
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Course Learning Objectives

In this course, students will be able to:

  • Explain dosha-based skin constitutions and their biomedical correlates
  • Correlate digestion, immunity, hormones, and stress with dermatologic health
  • Integrate Ayurvedic principles and modern science to manage common skin disorders
  • Plan internal (nutrition, herbs) and external (skincare, rituals) treatments based on Ayurvedic doshic energies
  • Create a Radiance Blueprint for long-term skin vitality
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Course Content

Through a blend of Ayurvedic wisdom and evidence-based science, you will build a customized plan that addresses common skin concerns—acne, dryness, pigmentation, and signs of aging—holistically. Learn to use herbs, nutrition, and daily rituals to reduce inflammation, enhance natural glow, and restore balance. The course culminates in a structured 30-day Radiance Blueprint, designed to guide you step-by-step toward sustainable results, nourishing your body from within while supporting long-term skin vitality and overall well-being.

We begin by exploring the foundations of Ayurveda and Biology, bridging ancient knowledge with modern scientific understanding. Participants will learn how Doshas influence the skin axis, guiding individual patterns and needs, and delve into Dhatus and Srotas, the body tissues and channels that determine skin health from within. Core concepts such as Agni (digestive fire) and Ama (toxins) are discussed alongside the microbiome, helping learners understand how internal balance impacts outer glow.

The course further examines Ojas and immunity, highlighting the link between vitality and skin resilience, and the skin barrier, its structure, function, and vulnerabilities. Sessions on Skin in Ayurveda & Biology and the Mind-Skin Axis uncover how emotions, stress, and hormones influence complexion, while Diet and Lifestyle modules provide practical strategies to support skin health holistically. Advanced topics include Rejuvenation and Rasayana, teaching time-tested approaches to restore balance and radiance. Finally, the course emphasizes Integration, guiding participants to combine Ayurvedic principles with modern science, culminating in the creation of a personalized Radiance Blueprint to sustain long-term skin vitality and wellness.

Class Structure

There will be a minimum of 1.5 contact hours with one or more faculty every week for 11 weeks.
The class is structured in a way that promotes interactive teaching, reference readings, discussion and debate. Interesting practical assignments to give hands on experience of Ayurveda . Each class will be comprised of 1 hour teaching and 30minutes for interaction on the topic. During the course, students will complete time to time assignments.

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