Oil massage

Herbal Oil Therapy

In Ayurveda oil massage is called “Abhyanga”. It is considered as a whole-body massage that involves the touch of healing hands with warm natural herbal oils and Ayurvedic herbs to improve the circulation and detoxification of the body. Utilizing techniques are based on traditional Ayurvedic principles of the Tri-Doshas which is Vata, Pitta, Kapha and the formation of seven tissues (dhathus), plasma (rasa), blood (raktha), muscles (mamsa), fat (medha), bone tissues (asthi), bone marrow (majja) and semen/egg (sukra).

Ayurvedic massage addresses imbalances within the body and works to bring a person’s Dosha back into its original state. The benefits of Abhyanga massage are enhanced with each session and is traditionally administered in sets of 4, 5 and 9 sessions, which can be done daily, weekly or monthly.

Ayurvedic massage calms the nervous system, eliminates toxins, increases energy, boosts the immune system, tones skin and lowers blood pressure. It slows down the aging process by regenerating tissue, reduces joint pain and increases flexibility, relaxes muscles, cleansing for the lymphatic system, reduces fatty tissues, enhances fertility, nourishes the mind, builds strength and promotes creativity, eases stress-related problems. It is a wonderful way to increase general health and wellbeing.