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Vishu: The Kerala New Year and the Rituals That Begin It

Vishu is the Kerala New Year, centered around Vishu Kani. The first sight of the morning and a ritual that shapes how the year begins. 

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Why Your Eye Cream Isn’t Working (And What to Use Instead)

There comes a point when your eye cream stops feeling the same. Not because it’s ineffective, but because the under-eye area begins to change, needing more than hydration, but deeper support.

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The Ayurvedic Ritual That Preserves the Skin

Discover how dry brushing, an Ayurvedic ritual known as Garshana, supports lymphatic drainage, circulation and helps maintain firm, resilient, radiant skin over time. 



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How to Tell If Your Skincare Is Actually Supporting Your Skin

How to Tell If Your Skincare Is Actually Supporting Your Skin

How do you know if your skincare is actually working? Often, the answer isn’t in dramatic results, but in how your skin behaves over time—comfort, hydration, recovery and consistency. This article breaks down the signs that matter most.

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Why Ayurvedic Skincare Works

Ayurveda is a living medical system — not a trend. This founder-led essay explores how Ayurvedic skincare works with skin biology through whole-plant formulations, bioavailability, and balance to support long-term skin health.

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Why Ayurvedic Face Oils Work and How to Use PRANA for Clear, Balanced Skin

Why Ayurvedic Face Oils Work and How to Use PRANA for Clear, Balanced Skin

Born from the need to restore balance, PRANA face oil revives the skin’s vitality using Ayurvedic botanicals that calm, strengthen and bring harmony back to the complexion.

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Shadoh Punnapuzha, founder of Taila Skincare sitting on a white bench in Munnar in  Kerala, India.

Kerala Travel Guide: A Founder’s Journey Through Landscapes, Culture & Healing

Founder Shadoh shares her Kerala travel guide—misty Munnar, Fort Kochi’s art, Panchalimedu’s spice estates, and Ayurveda rituals. A journey into soulful luxury travel.

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Onam Kerala Harvest of Gratitude and Renewal Blog Article

Why Onam is the Soul of Kerala: A Harvest of Gratitude and Renewal

Onam, Kerala’s harvest festival, blends Ayurveda, ritual and community. Celebrate with floral mandalas, seasonal feasts and gratitude for nature’s abundant gifts.

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Five Reasons You Should Be Using Oils

Discover the Ayurvedic secret to glowing, balanced skin—year-round. Learn why lightweight facial and body oils are a must in your summer skincare ritual for hydration, radiance and clarity.

 

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The Founder Behind taïla: A Story of Loss, Legacy and Plant Wisdom

Born between New York and Kerala, taïla’s founder grew up straddling two cultures. Her journey—marked by loss, healing and plant medicine—became the seed of a skincare line rooted in Ayurvedic wisdom and emotional truth. This is the story behind the brand. 
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Cooling Ayurvedic Skincare Routine for Summer by taïla skincare Founder Shadoh

Understanding Summer Skin Through the Ayurvedic Lens

Discover Ayurvedic summer skincare tips to balance Pitta dosha, calm inflammation and glow naturally with cooling foods, gentle botanicals and soothing rituals rooted in ancient wisdom.

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Rooted in Ritual: Honoring AAPI Heritage Through Ancestral Beauty

Rooted in Ritual: Honoring AAPI Heritage Through Ancestral Beauty

This month, our founder Shadoh opens up about her personal journey — growing up as a first-generation Indian-American, the complicated relationship she had with her reflection and how taïla was born from the beauty of her cultural roots.

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Muhka Abhyanga - a natural anti-aging Ayurvedic face massage to lift and help prevent wrinkles - taila skincare

Muhka Abhyanga: The Ayurvedic Face Massage Ritual for Radiant, Ageless Skin

In Ayurveda, the sacred ritual of a face massage —known as Mukha Abhyanga—is more than a beauty practice. It’s a time-honored therapy that nourishes both skin and spirit, blending mindful touch with centuries of healing wisdom.

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Vishu and Earth Day: A Celebration of Nature, Renewal and Intention Blog Post taila skincare

Vishu and Earth Day: A Celebration of Nature, Renewal and Intention

As Kerala welcomes Spring with the celebration of Vishu, we’re reminded of the beauty in renewal and gratitude. This sacred tradition, in harmony with Earth Day, invites us to honor nature’s rhythms and reconnect with what truly nourishes us. 

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A Journey to Stillness: The Power of Scent in Ayurveda

Discover the ancient art of Ayurvedic aromatherapy with Scent of Shanti. From grounding Vetiver to adaptogenic Ashwagandha, explore how botanical aromas soothe the mind, balance emotions and promote deep relaxation. Elevate your ritual with nature’s most powerful scents.

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A collection of Ayurvedic skincare ingredients like Manjishta, Tulsi, Brahmi, and Sandalwood, known for their hydrating, brightening & anti-aging benefits. taila skincare ayurvedic skincare

5 Ayurvedic Ingredients That Will Transform Your Skin: The Science and Benefits You Need to Know 

Reveal the secret to radiant, youthful skin with 5 Ayurvedic ingredients proven to hydrate, brighten and rejuvenate naturally.

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your cleanser may be drying your skin. Oil Cleansing has been used in Ayurveda for centuries to deeply cleanse and replenish skin. Read blog article on taila skincare

Your Cleansing Routine Might Be Aging Your Skin—Here’s How to Fix It

Over-cleansing can strip your skin, leading to premature aging. Learn how oil cleansing replenishes, balances and deeply cleanses without damage. Discover why it's the game-changer your skin needs.

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 5 AYURVEDIC RITUALS TO RESET YOUR MIND AND SKIN FOR THE NEW YEAR taila skincare

 5 AYURVEDIC RITUALS TO RESET YOUR MIND & SKIN FOR THE NEW YEAR

Step into the new year with intention and balance. In this exclusive article, the founder of taїla shares five mindful practices to refresh your routine, reconnect with yourself and embrace radiant well-being. Embrace holistic rituals for balance, beauty and clarity in 2025.

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Discover Our PROCESS: Handcrafted Ayurvedic Skincare with Integrity

Explore the artistry behind taila’s Small Batch Skincare. Each handcrafted product reflects our commitment to integrity and nature, harmonizing Ayurvedic wisdom with modern beauty rituals.
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Summer skincare tips benefits of PRANA face oil for glowing skin

Summer Radiance Unveiled: The Benefits of Face Oil in Summer

Prepare to unlock your skin's full potential this summer. Delve into our latest blog to uncover how PRANA face oil can transform your summer skincare routine, leaving your complexion radiant and healthy throughout the season.

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Behind the Brand: taïla Skincare Founder Shadoh Punnapuzha

A native New Yorker with Indian roots, Shadoh Punnapuzha is the founder and formulator of taïla skincare and here is her story. Raised in a household where an Ayurvedic lifestyle was paramount — her parents native land, Kerala, India nurtured her everlasting curiosity in plant medicine. Shadoh believes in abiding the intricate methods of Ayurveda to divulge the medicinal effects imparted in her artisanal skincare formulations, thus taïla was born.

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Ashwagandha Benefits for the Skin

Discover Ayurveda: Ashwagandha Benefits for Your Skin

Discover why Ashwagandha needs to be in your skincare routine. A hailed herb in Ayurveda, Ashwagandha is praised for its skin benefits.
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THE MAGIC OF DIWALI

THE MAGIC OF DIWALI

Celebrate Diwali with taïla—a journey of light, love and renewal. Discover rituals, insights and the beauty of new beginnings on our journal.
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5 Best Skin Care Habits for Healthy Glowing Skin

NEW YEAR HEALTHY SKIN CARE HABITS

Want healthy radiant skin? These healthy skin habits should not be missed if you want to achieve the perfect complexion in the new year.
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SUPERFOODS FOR YOUR SKIN

SUPERFOODS FOR YOUR SKIN

Nutrient-packed foods deliver a delicious beauty boost, so nourish your skin from within with these five incredible superfoods.
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5 TIPS FOR YOUR HEALTHIEST SKIN

5 TIPS FOR YOUR HEALTHIEST SKIN

Start incorporating these 5 easy tips into your daily routine for visibly radiant skin, inside and out.
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