What is Shilajit?
Shilajit is a sticky dark substance found primarily in the high-altitude
rocks of the Altaic, Himalayan, and other mountains. It develops over centuries
from the slow decomposition of plants. Shilajit is usually known as Asphaltum,
Black Bitumen, or Mineral Pitch in English and American culture. Other names
that refer Shilajit in Ayurveda in other states within India includes Silajat,
Shilajatu, Silajatu, Kanmandam, Saileya Shilaja, Mumiyo, Mumijo, Mumio, Moomie,
Moomiyo, Punjabinum, Memiya, Shiladhatuja, Adrija, Shilasweda, Shilaniryasa,
Asmaja, Asmajatuka, Shilamaya, Girija, Gaireya.
After being properly purified, Shilajit is commonly used in
ayurvedic wellness and beauty treatments.
Ayurveda, the holistic science of herbal remedies has
extensively mentioned the use of this time-tested compound multiple times in
several ayurvedic scriptures and journals of Charaka and Susruta.
Types Of Shilajit
The types and
chemical composition of Shilajit is characterized from the type of mountainous
rocks from which it exudes:
- Rocks containing Gold (Charka Samhita Shilajit): Shilajit oozing out of these rocks have a Japa (i.e. Hibiscus flower) or reddish colour and has Madhura and Tikta Rasa and Katu Vipaka.
- Rocks containing Silver (Rajat Shilajit): Shilajit coming out of these rocks are whitish in colour and have a Katu Rasa and Madhura Vipaka.
- Rocks containing Copper (Tamra Shilajit): The exudation from these types of rocks has a peacock-throat like appearance, i.e. bluish-purple colour and shows Tikta Rasa and Katu Vipaka.
- Rocks containing Iron (Lauha Shilajit): The exudation looks quite similar to the gum of Guggulu (i.e. Commiphora mukul) and portrays Tikta and Lavana Rasa and Katu Vipaka.
The conformation of this essential mineral compound is
basically influenced by attributes such as the type of plant-species involved,
the geological nature of the rock, surrounding temperature, altitude and
humidity of the particular region.
Shilajit usually comprises of 60-80% organic matter, 20-40%
mineral matter and 5% of trace elements. Several reports and scientific data
suggest that it contains around 80 bio-active components including fatty acids,
benzoic acid, hippuric acid, resin and waxy materials, albuminoids, gums, and
vegetable matter. Being a Phyto-complex, Shilajit mainly contains (60 – 80%) of
humus substances like humins, humic acids and fulvic acid. Additionally, it
also contains triterpenes, sterols, ichthyol, ellagic acid, resin, aromatic
carboxylic acid, 3, 4-benzocoimiarins, amino acids, phenolic lipids, minerals
like silica, iron, antimony, lithium, manganese, calcium, copper, molybdenum,
phosphorus, sodium, zinc, selenium and small amounts of dibenzo-α-pyrones (metabolites resulting from natural process of bio-fermentation of plants and organisms found in nature). But the
curative and therapeutic properties of Shilajit mainly comes from the presence
of fulvic acid that helps in treating a wide range of conditions.
Antiaging and Skin Wellness Benefits of Shilajit
Shilajit is rich in fulvic acid, a strong antioxidant and
anti-inflammatory.
Shilajit is known to protect against free radicals and
cellular damage. As a result, regular use of Shilajit may contribute to
longevity, a slower aging process, and overall better health.
Shilajit's anti-ageing and skincare properties are
attributed to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity. At the same time,
its fulvic acid and rich mineral content aid in skin elasticity and reduced
appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Shilajit's antioxidant activity helps
protect the skin from free radical damage, which is responsible for many signs
of ageing, such as wrinkles and age spots. It also aids in the repair of cell
damage and also prevents ageing related weakening of skin's tissue.
The human skin has many tiny pores that cannot be seen with
a naked eye, and these can quickly become clogged with oil and dirt, leading to
breakouts and other skin issues. Shilajit's detoxifying abilities eliminate
toxins from the skin pores and skin cells are repaired, thus bringing skin back
to life by removing the obstruction.
Shilajit aids in maintaining the skin's hydration and
nourishment because of its excellent ratio of Fulvic and Humic acids which are
essential in maintaining skin's wellness, as they can help retain the natural
lipids found in the skin and aid in its ability to produce collagen. In
addition, Shilajit helps maintain the skin's moisture balance and keeps it
hydrated, while its minerals help improves the skin's overall wellness and
appearance.
With the help of Shilajit, the skin's epidermis will
detoxify and feel fresh and radiant. The power of Shilajit to detoxify,
rejuvenate, and nourish skin cells can extend the skin cells' life span and
freedom from blemishes, as well as prolong skin's youthful appearance.
About Our Altai Black Gold Shilajit
Our Shilajit Resin is harvested in the ecologically clean
regions of the Siberian Altai Mountains. After that, the substance is processed
and purified with modern equipment to 100% purity while preserving all the useful
properties, which makes it ready for consumption. The Shilajit is tested 100%
pure by an independent ISO certified laboratory. We offer several products Shilajit products.