| Relaxes the facial muscles and tissues. Activates and stimulates the senses and blood circulation in the face. Treats and prevents skin problems and sinusitis. Reduces wrinkles and blemishes on the face. |
Face Massage |
Specially made herbal oil applied on the face, forehead and neck. |
| Relaxes the nervous system, increases blood circulation in the head, and prevents headaches, migraines, sinusitis, depression, sleep disorders and loss of hair. |
Head Massage |
Various medicated oils applied on the head; massaging the head and stimulating the Marmas by various methods. |
| The Abhyanga – whole body massage is helpful for cleansing the impurities in the body, releaving rheumatism, arthritis, skin problems, sexual problems, muscle diseases, overweight and joint pain. |
Body Massage – Abhyanga |
Body massage done by 1 or 2 therapists – in a synchronized manner. |
| Improves blood supply by cleansing the circulatory system. Removes metabolic waste. Promotes digestion and restores vigor. |
Massage with medicated rice - Navarakizhi |
A special type of rice called ‘Navara,’ mixed with ‘Sida cordifolia’ decoction and cow´s milk, is used for this massage. |
| Rejuvenates the body and promotes optimum health, helps in the healing of fractured bones. Increases immunity, digestive power, sexual performance and improves the skin and development of muscles. |
Medicated oil bath - Pizichil |
Pouring lukewarm medicated oil over the body in a rhythmic manner for a specific length of time. |
| Reduces excess fat, promotes healthy skin and a vibrant complexion, cures diseases caused by the accumulation of metabolic waste due to improper functioning of sweat glands. Eliminates body odor and gives stability and lightness to the body. |
Herbal powder massage - Udhwarthanam |
Medicated powder is combined with water to form a paste which is applied on the body. When the water evaporates and the paste becomes dry, it is rubbed all over the body. |
| Relaxes the mind and cures insomnia, stress, depression, agitation and diseases of the head, eye, ear and mouth. |
Head bath with oil - Sirodhara |
Sirodhara is the pouring of medicated oil on the head /forehead from a particular distance in a regular stream for a definite period. |