Abhyangam
Experience ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation with Abhyangam, a sacred, full-body Ayurvedic massage offered at AyuSiddha. Based on the timeless teachings of a traditional set of ancient Indian principles known as Ayurveda, Abhyangam is not your typical massage it’s an integrative healing masterpiece for corresponding mind-body balance.
Key to Abhyangam are warmed herb-infused oils proven based on your unique dosha, or body type. Essential oils are gently rubbed into the skin with particular types of strokes which ensure whole fitness. The practice of Abhyangam, also called snehana meaning oiling; oiling, nourishes every cell and tissue of the body to provide a deep sense of calm.
Benefits of Abhyangam Full Body Massage
Relieve Stress
The slow, rhythmic strokes used in Abhyangam promote the production of serotonin and dopamine — your body’s natural happiness hormones. The warm oils along with the healing touch, calm the nervous system which initiates a state of relaxation and loosens up stress anxiety & brain fatigue. These are refined over the years, and a regular schedule of Abhyangam appointments results in equanimity in their levels.
Reduction of Blood Pressure
The relaxing effects Of Abhyangam go and also the way up to your cardiovascular system. Due to the stress reduction and relaxation provided by massage, cortisol levels which raise blood pressure are lowered as a result. It stimulates your circulation, which assists with providing oxygen and nutrients to the major organs—helping you keep a healthy heart.
Enhances Skin Health
Abhyangam treatments result in an extensive nourishing session for the skin. The oils used in the massage are bursting with vitamins, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids that deeply penetrate your skin from the outside to keep it moisturized from within. It does this while hydrating the skin, which leaves the skin soft and elastic as well; it can repair damage, and reduce signs of aging by providing antioxidants for stress/damage NO matter what age — not just if you look wrinkled or aged. So over a great product.
Muscle stiffness
If you are suffering from muscle stiffness for any number of reasons like exercise or even sitting at a desk, Abhyangam can work wonders relieving this condition. The massage strokes themselves help reduce muscle tension, and increase range of motion while the warm oils will improve circulation to the tissues therefore speeding up recovery times as well as reducing pain.
Support Lymphatic Drainage:
The lymphatic system is very important for detoxifying the body and maintaining immunity. Abhyangam- which improves the flow of lymph, and as a result, it can be caused by stress, lack of activity, or poor lifestyle habits. The soft, broad strokes of the massage help to arouse lymphatic fluid and soothe the flow of toxins along with unnecessary liquids from your tissue; this can make you feel thinner as well as much more active.
Selecting Oil As Per Your Dosha
Vata
People with a vata constitution usually suffer dry, scaly, and rough skin which remains cold. On the other hand, in Abhyangam heavy and warming (almond or sesame) oils have to be compounded barring these qualities. The warm oil can also have a calming effect on the nervous system, which is often quickly imbalanced in Vata.
Pitta dosha
It is governed by the fire and water elements. Ghee or coconut oil are the perfect kinds of oils to help pacify Pitta. Oils with properties that act as antioxidants to soothe and balance the skin, thus reducing redness & irritation. They also cool the body i,e, preventing any more overheating, and impart a sense of calmness making it neutral.
Kapha (Oily Skin)
Kappa doshas are related to earth and water elements, this derma type often displays an oily, thick texture and sometimes congestion. Kapha dosha (the Ayurvedic mind-body type) . Sweet almond oil or flaxseed oils are good. The oils soak in without leaving you feeling oily and they balance oil production so that your skin does not overproduce to compensate for drying chemicals, which results in too often clogged pores. Kapha skin requires less oil to be used and a little quantity helps in getting the desired effect that makes your skin feel nourished, yet does not let it weigh down.
Through the combination of specific oils and massage techniques, Abhyangam is a tool to promote sound health by working naturally on both physical as well emotional health.
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