Abstract

CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING OF SHEERYATE ANNENA ITI SHAREERAM W. R. T FACIAL AGEING

Dr. Mrudulaa Prasad* and Dr. Shobha G.

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Abstract

The human face undergoes consistent and predictable morphological changes with ageing, which align with the Ayurvedic conceptualization of Sharira—defined as Sheeryate annena iti, meaning that which undergoes decay. This article explores facial ageing from the Ayurvedic perspective, integrating modern anatomical insights with ancient descriptions. Special emphasis is placed on the relationship between tissue degeneration, skeletal changes, and the concept of constant bodily transformation in the facial musculature, as indicated by Cheyate pratikshanam. This study offers a conceptual revaluation of defining the term Sharira in the context of facial ageing and may help aesthetic physicians in the interpretation of the aging process and in prioritizing and rationalizing treatment decisions.

Keywords: Sharira, Sheeryate, Cheyate pratikshanam, Facial ageing, Ayurveda, Anatomy.