Terpenoids & terpenes disrupt the bacterial cell membranes & reduce their proliferation, controlling acne and breakouts.

Fresh aloe, milk, neem, clove, tea-tree & more activated herbs regulate sebaceous glands by controlling hormonal attack, preventing secretion surge while clearing pores with astringent properties. Unlike most alcohol loaded formulas, it balances sebum & pH without disrupting the healthy biome.

Clove, tea-tree & neem suppress inflammatory enzymes and mediators, preventing inflammation and tissue damage while promoting quick healing.

Clove & tea tree actives prevent free radical cellular damage, therefore, strengthening cell defence, healing & revival.

Meticulously washed desi ghee in copper vessels leads to hydrolysis of fats, creating very tiny molecules, so small that they can penetrate even into thicker layers. Plus, the heavy ghee turns into a fluffy, ultra-moisturizing base, just like MALAI.

Moisturisers only offer occlusives, emollients, or humectants. But it’s MALAI that brings essential fats, ceramides, antioxidants, proteins, polysaccharides, multi-vitamins, copper nanoparticles, and so much more. And all this active nutrition is extracted and bio-activated from natural ingredients through a 4-step meticulous preparation. So whether it’s hyaluronic water attraction into layers, melanin balance, lipid and barrier building, or vitamin-infused cellular activation, this MALAI does it all.

When skin changes with age and weather, so should your care. And a moisturiser can only vary in lightness or stickiness but it’s MALAI that adapts its nutritional actives to support different cellular activities and imbalances.

Malai in milk may be heavy, but the Malai from our Ayurvedic kitchen is incredibly light, despite being made with desi ghee, oils, milk, and more. How? It’s the science. We break the fats down so short that they slip into your skin quickly, without leaving anything behind to weigh on the surface. And for sun protection without chemicals? Nature has already offered it all through phyto-actives and antioxidant-powered UV defense.

Androgen hormones stimulate sebaceous glands to produce excess oil, which mixes with dead skin cells and clogs pores, setting the perfect stage for acne. Regulating oil production with ingredients like neem, tea tree, or mulethi helps reduce pore congestion and the likelihood of breakouts.

In acne-prone skin, keratinocytes (skin cells) don’t shed properly and accumulate within pores, forming microcomedones. This buildup traps sebum, leading to non-inflammatory (whiteheads/blackheads) and inflammatory acne. Daily gentle exfoliation with AHAs or fruit enzymes can prevent blockages and maintain healthy skin turnover.

The anaerobic bacteria thrive in clogged, oil-filled follicles, releasing inflammatory mediators that trigger swelling, redness, and pus-filled pimples. Using antibacterial and anti-inflammatory agents like tea tree oil, neem oil can inhibit bacterial growth and reduce inflammation.

Once the follicle wall breaks due to pressure or an immune response, the surrounding skin tissue becomes inflamed. This inflammation intensifies redness, swelling, and pain. Calming ingredients like aloe vera help soothe irritation and speed healing.

Hormonal fluctuations - from menstrual cycles, PCOS, stress, or puberty - can spike androgen levels, leading to excess sebum and cystic breakouts. At the same time, dietary and lifestyle factors like high-glycemic foods, dairy, and inflammation-inducing habits can further drive oil production and acne. Supporting hormonal balance with adaptogens like ashwagandha and adopting a low-glycemic, anti-inflammatory diet rich in antioxidants, omega-3s, and zinc can help manage acne at its root.

Stripping the skin of its natural oils through harsh cleansers or overwashing can impair the lipid barrier, causing rebound oil production and sensitivity. Using a mild, pH-balanced cleanser and restoring moisture with non-comedogenic hydrators like aloe vera helps preserve barrier health and prevent acne cycles.