Imagine enjoying a moment of silence and gentle touch! A touch that not only treats your body, but also your mind and soul. Because body and mind form an inseparable unit in Ayurveda. From this perspective, an oil massage can do far more than just relax your muscles. It can release inner blockages, relax your mind and bring your life energy back into balance.
What makes the Ayurvedic oil massage so special?
The Ayurvedic oil massage is one of the central applications in every Ayurveda treatment. It differs fundamentally from a classic massage, as it not only relieves physical tension, but also strives for emotional and mental harmonization.
It is about holistic balance, tailored to your individual Dosha type (Vata, Pitta or Kapha). These constitutional types determine which oil and which techniques are best suited to you.
What oil massages are there?
The best-known oil massages in Ayurveda include Abhyanga (the Ayurvedic full-body oil massage) and Mukabhyanga (the oil massage from shoulders to head), which you can enjoy as part of Abhyanga or as a specific partial massage at your Ayurveda Resort Mandira.
The secret of Abhyanga lies in the combination of pleasantly warm oil, targeted circular movements and the therapist’s attentiveness. The entire body is treated, from the legs and feet to the face and scalp.
The oil massage: effect and application in Ayurveda
The effect of the Ayurvedic massage can therefore be tailored to your individual needs through the oils used, as can the massage technique applied.
Abhyanga follows a clear structure that is based on the principles of Ayurvedic healing.
- first warm the oil to body temperature, as pleasantly warm oil is particularly effective.
- the oil is gently massaged into the skin with the hands, using clockwise movements. This is because this rhythm is intended to support the flow of energy in your body.
During the massage, only as much pressure is applied as is optimal for your condition. A calming treatment with gentle, flowing movements, for example, is ideal for balancing a stressed Vata dosha. Stimulating techniques that exert more pressure, on the other hand, can mobilize your sluggish Kapha energies. In this way, each massage is precisely tailored to your needs.
H3: Which oil is used for an Ayurvedic oil massage?
The choice of oil is also particularly important:
- Matured sesame oil is the basis of many applications. It penetrates deep into the tissue, nourishes and warms and helps to dissolve toxins.
- Mahanarayan Thailam: The oil is said to have anti-inflammatory properties. It is said to be ideal for tension or joint problems.
- Pinda Thailam: The oil can calm overheated body conditions and support a healthy complexion.
- Shulahara Thailam: An oil with camphor and mustard oil that can stimulate the metabolism and help with slagging.
For sensitive facial skin and the head, on the other hand, cooling oils such as coconut or rose oil are used, which soothe the skin and exude a pleasant fragrance.
After the massage, you should leave the oil on for a while before removing it by showering or bathing. This allows the active ingredients to be optimally absorbed.
When is an oil massage worthwhile?
In Ayurveda, oil massages can be used as a targeted individual treatment for acute challenges and chronic complaints such as muscle tension or joint pain.
However, oil massages are particularly effective as part of a cure lasting several days, such as our PANCHAKARMA CURE CLASSIC or the HOLISTIC AYURVEDA DETOX LIGHT cure. Here, the effect of the oil massages can be used specifically to eliminate toxins and harmonize vital energies.
The balancing and soothing effect of the Ayurvedic oil massage also supports you with other complaints. Regardless of whether you are suffering from stress and excessive demands, are going through a serious life crisis or want to work through stressful emotions. You can also treat metabolic problems and long-standing digestive difficulties with an oil massage as part of our treatments.
The massage is ideal as a preventative measure for a demanding job. Regular use can support the immune system, improve your concentration and stabilize your emotional balance. With our MANAGER POWER IMMUNE CURE (link), you can create the perfect basis for staying fit and healthy in the long term.
