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What Is Triphala Ghee for the Eyes?
The ghee you eat through your eyes. Vaidya Jay's nightly Triphala ritual, step by step.
By Vaidya Jay · September 2026
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Vaidya Jay, in his own words. The full transcript is at the end of this page.
Quick Answer
What is Triphala ghee for the eyes?
Triphala ghee, also called Triphala Gritham, is ghee prepared with Triphala, the classical Ayurvedic blend of amalaki, vibhitaki and haritaki. Ayurveda traditionally counts it among the great rejuvenators for the eyes. According to Vaidya Jay, a tiny amount touched to the eyes each night lets them soak in the ghee and stay lubricated.
In his words, "Ghee is for eating, but this is a special ghee called Triphala ghee, which you eat through your eyes."
Please consult with your practitioner before doing this. This is for educational and demonstration purposes only.
Key Takeaways
- 🌿 Triphala ghee is ghee prepared with amalaki, vibhitaki and haritaki.
- 🌿 Vaidya Jay uses it every night, as part of his daily routine.
- 🌿 Wash your hands clean and dry them completely before you begin.
- 🌿 A tiny bit on the fingertip of each pinky is all it takes.
- 🌿 Roll the eyes clockwise and counterclockwise a few times, and let them water.
- 🌿 Finish by gently pressing the eyes with a soft tissue, then go to sleep.
The Ghee
Why does Ayurveda put ghee in the eyes?
Ghee carries herbs into the body, and in this case the doorway is the eye. Triphala is the same three-fruit formula Ayurveda trusts for the gut. Cooked into ghee, the sages turned it toward the eyes. Vaidya Jay says:
"This is one of the great rejuvenators that the great sages of Ayurveda have put together for promoting eye health and eye longevity."
The Method · Five Steps
How do you use Triphala ghee for your eyes?
- Wash your hands clean and dry them completely.
- Take a tiny bit of Triphala ghee on the fingertip of each pinky.
- Look to one side and touch the ghee gently to your eye. Repeat on the other side.
- Let your eyes soak in the ghee. Roll them clockwise, then counterclockwise, a few times.
- Let your eyes water, then gently press them with a soft tissue and go to sleep.
"I do this every night."
At a Glance
What do you need for the Triphala ghee ritual?
| What | How, as Vaidya Jay does it |
|---|---|
| Triphala ghee | A tiny bit. Just enough to let the eyes get lubricated. |
| Clean hands | Washed and dried completely. Always, before anything goes near the eyes. |
| Your pinkies | One for each eye. The smallest fingertip carries the smallest amount. |
| When | Every night. Before sleep, finished with a soft tissue. |
The Tears
Why do your eyes water with Triphala ghee?
The watering is part of the ritual. Vaidya Jay teaches that the tears are where seeing begins:
"Tears are the first layer of entry of light into your eyes."
And why at night? Vaidya Jay says the ritual is as much about rest as it is about the eyes:
"More than anything, after this is done, it'll help you to get quality sleep."
And in the morning, in his words, "eyes are bright and so gently rejuvenated."
This pairs with the cooling ritual from the same day of filming. Read How Do You Refresh Tired Eyes in 30 Seconds? for Vaidya Jay's rose water eye pads and alochaka pitta, the pitta of the eyes.
The Triphala Family
One formula, many forms.
- Triphala Gritham, the ghee in this video, for the eyes.
- Triphala Tablets, the classic daily form for digestion.
- Triphala Powder, for tea and the traditional eye wash.
- Secure Gut (Triphala Guggulu), Triphala paired with guggulu.
More on Video
Vaidya Jay on Triphala and the eyes.
Revitalize Your Eyes with Triphala Ghee Eye Massage
Rose Water Eye Pads, from the same day of filming
Vaidya Jay Teaches Athreya Eye Tonic
Triphala, the Elixir of Gut Health in Ayurveda
Vaidya Jay's Notes
Frequently asked questions.
What is Triphala ghee?
Triphala ghee, sold by Athreya as Triphala Gritham, is ghee prepared with Triphala, the classical Ayurvedic blend of three fruits: amalaki, vibhitaki and haritaki. Ayurveda traditionally uses it for the eyes.
How do you use Triphala ghee for the eyes?
Wash your hands clean and dry them completely. Take a tiny bit of Triphala ghee on the fingertip of each pinky, look to one side and touch it gently to the eye, then roll your eyes clockwise and counterclockwise a few times and let them soak it in.
When should you use Triphala ghee?
Vaidya Jay uses it every night as part of his daily routine. He says that more than anything it helps him get quality sleep, which is why he does it at night.
Why do my eyes water after Triphala ghee?
Watering is part of the ritual. Vaidya Jay teaches that tears are the first layer of entry of light into the eyes, and the ghee enriches them.
What do you do after the Triphala ghee ritual?
Vaidya Jay finishes by gently pressing his eyes with a soft tissue, and then he goes to sleep. He says that when he wakes up in the morning, his eyes are bright.
Is Triphala ghee the same as Triphala powder or tablets?
It is the same three-fruit formula in a different form. The ghee is used for the eyes, while Triphala tablets and powder are traditionally taken for digestion. Triphala powder is also used for the traditional Triphala eye wash.
Read the full transcript ▾
Vaidya Jay, in his own words · lightly edited for clarity
This is a traditional Ayurvedic teaching. It is education, not medical advice.
Ghee is for eating, but this is a special ghee called Triphala ghee, which you eat through your eyes. I see you blurry. My tears are getting enriched. When I wake up in the morning, eyes are bright and so gently rejuvenated. This is one of the great rejuvenators that the great sages of Ayurveda have put together for promoting eye health and eye longevity.
Now let me show you how do you make it part of your daily routine. I do this every night. I take a tiny bit of it and then put it in my eyes and let my eyes get lubricated with this ghee. Are you ready? Are you committing for great eyes for the years to come? Let me show you.
The ghee. You start off by washing your hands clean and drying them. Take a bit on your fingertips like that, on pinkies, and then you go look this way and touch your eye, go liquid and touch your eye, and then just let your eyes soak in that ghee. Roll your eyes clockwise on anti-clockwise, clockwise, clockwise, anti-clockwise. Do that few times, and your eyes will start watering.
Tears are the first layer of entry of light into your eyes. If they are dry, we don't get the real color, the hue, the form. The ghee that we are using is like a tonic for the entire surface of the eyes. What the ghee is doing is cleaning up my eyes. It's also capable of […] calming down my eyes. Pitta in the eyes gently calms down, and the irritation goes away.
More than anything, after this is done, it'll help you to get quality sleep. So that's why I do it in the night. I finish this by gently pressing my eyes with soft tissue, and then I go to sleep.
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Disclaimer
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This article is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult your physician, qualified healthcare practitioner, or licensed healthcare provider before putting anything in your eyes, and regarding your health, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, wear contact lenses, or are taking medications. Individual results may vary.
