Stay Cool and Grounded: The Ayurvedic Power of Wild Indigo

When summer temperatures rise, so does the heat in our bodies—especially for those with a dominant Pitta dosha, the fiery energy responsible for digestion, metabolism, and transformation. If you’ve been feeling overheated, irritable, or exhausted in your yoga practice this season, you’re not alone.

That’s exactly why yogis are turning to Indigo—specifically Wild Indigo—as their seasonal secret weapon. Known in Ayurveda for its powerful cooling and calming properties, Indigo helps balance excess Pitta and restore harmony to both body and mind.

What Is Wild Indigo?

Wild Indigo (Baptisia tinctoria) is a medicinal herb used for centuries to reduce internal inflammation, cool the skin, and aid in detoxification. Traditionally used as a natural dye, this deeply pigmented plant is much more than beautiful—it’s healing.

In Ayurvedic medicine, Wild Indigo is classified as:

• Cooling in nature

• Pitta-pacifying

• Blood-cleansing and skin-soothing

• Emotionally grounding

These properties make it the perfect herbal ally for summer—especially during high-energy practices that generate internal heat.

Why Bennd Uses Wild Indigo in Our Ayurvedic Yoga Mats

At Bennd, we infuse our Ayurvedic Yoga Mats with Wild Indigo dye, handcrafted using time-honored Ayurvastra techniques. As your body warms during practice, your pores open—allowing the therapeutic properties of the herb to gently absorb into your skin, supporting energetic balance, mental clarity, and physical recovery.

🌀 Indigo is especially beneficial for hot yoga or dynamic Vinyasa flows, helping to:

• Soothe inflammation and muscle soreness

• Ground scattered energy and improve focus

• Prevent Pitta imbalance symptoms like skin irritation, excess sweat, and short temper

It’s yoga gear with purpose—designed to support your dosha, your practice, and the planet.

Signs of Pitta Imbalance (and How Indigo Can Help)

If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, it may be time to incorporate more Pitta-pacifying elements—like Indigo—into your routine:

• Overheating during or after yoga

• Skin rashes or breakouts

• Anger, impatience, or irritability

• Digestive issues (like acid reflux)

• Difficulty relaxing or sleeping

By switching to an Indigo-dyed yoga mat, you’re not just changing your setup—you’re making a seasonal shift toward Ayurvedic alignment.

Our Favorite Indigo Practice Essentials

🌿 Indigo Ayurvedic Yoga Mat
Crafted from organic cotton and hand-dyed with Wild Indigo, this mat is lightweight, breathable, and designed to keep you cool and composed—no matter how hot your flow gets.

🌿 Ayurvedic Yoga Bolster: Indigo + Neem + Turmeric
Perfect for restorative or yin practices, this bolster is dyed with Indigo, and infused with a blend of Neem, Turmeric and 20 other Ayurvedic medicines to calm inflammation, enhance immunity, and support deep relaxation.

Summer Wellness Starts with Herbal Alignment

Summer is the season of sun, sweat, and expansion—but that doesn't mean your yoga practice has to leave you feeling depleted. With the cooling, clarifying power of Wild Indigo, you can stay grounded, glow naturally, and practice in harmony with nature.

Want more Ayurvedic insights for summer?

🧘♀️Read:  Practices To Welcome Pitta Season

🌿 Read: The Powerful Herbs Behind Bennd’s Exclusive Formula

💧 Read: Ayurvedic Tips to Recover from your Summer Vacation

Cool Down. Flow On.

If you're looking for a natural way to support your body this summer, Indigo is more than a trend—it’s a tradition. Embrace the herbal wisdom of Ayurveda and discover why so many yogis are swearing by Indigo this season.