An open labelled, single armed, prospective, phase i , clinical study to evaluate efficacy of “mukhkanti lepa” in vyanga (facial melanosis) Array Section Original Research Articles

Abstract

Smooth & glowing complexion of the face increases the beauty of a person & gives self confidence. Vyanga is a disease,which decreases the glowing complexion of the face & affects the skin .The prevalence of vyang is increasing in the society due to changed life style. Hence a clinical study was planned on 36 patients having symptoms of Vyanga ( Facial melanosis ). They were given “Mukhakanti lepa†for local application for 30 days. The skin texture was observed before and after treatment and Niruja mandala was observed under two criteria, number of patches and colour of patches on face before and after treatment. Promotion in skin texture was seen along with decrease in Vyanga (Niruja Mandala).