Monday, October 3, 2011

Ayurvedic Massage Oils Types and Selection


Being one of the most ancient medical system or approach Ayurvedic is quite widely adopted in eastern and western countries for healthy life style and well-being. Ayurvedic massage is the primary treatment involving different kinds of oils and mixtures including herbs as well. These oils, mixtures and herbs are always according to the nature of the individual or more specifically according to the “dosha” of the individual. These oils help lubricating body muscles and tissues which ultimately helps nourishment of overall body. Ayurvedic oils are specially prepared by professionals and are well research.
There are so many types of Ayurvedic massages oils that yield self-healing sense and cure from different diseases but are based upon individual’s body and skin type. For example, based on air and space mix dosha, Vatha oil could be beneficial and based on water and fire dosha, Pitta oil may be suitable. However, following are some of the oil types which professional use or prepare appropriate mixtures of oil.
  • Vata Massage Oil
  • Pitta Massage Oil
  • Kapha Massage Oil
  • Organic Sesame Oil
  • Organic Almond Oil
  • Brahmi Oil

Above are some of the oil types which can be used for Ayurvedic massage but according to the skin type. Some oils can specifically for winter season and some are for summer therefore consulting some professional therapist will be good alongside having suitable precautionary measure in place.

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