Review of Pippalyadi Agad in Cumulative Toxicity of Cosmetics w.s.r. to Dushivisha

Cosmetics have become an integral part of daily routine of today’s youth. They include haircare, skincare products, etc. These cosmetics have different chemicals such as DEA, phthalates, sulphates, parabens, lanolin, etc. infused in them to give desired result. Due to long term usages, these chemicals accumulate in body and can cause cancer, reproductive and developmental disorders, contact dermatitis, hair loss, lung damage, ageing, skin disease, allergies and effect on nails, etc. Cosmetic toxicity can be related with Dushi Visha in Ayurveda. Dushivisha refers to any type of poison whether Sthawar, Jangam or Kritim Visha that has not been completely eliminated from the body or made partially ineffective by antidotes. It is a poison that has diminished potency due to environmental factors like fire, wind, or sunlight. Thus, to counter this type of poison, Agad Kalpas are mentioned in Samhitas. Pippalyadi Agad described in Yogratnakar acts against Dushivisha and it can decrease the action of Dushivisha caused by cosmetic toxicity.