Ayurvedic Spa Treatments

Ayurveda teaches that these three Doshas can get out of balance and cause a person irritation, less than optimal health, "foggy" mind, or even more severe psychological or physical problems.

One of the best ways of giving healing to the entire mind-body individual in Ayurvedic thought is massage. Ayurvedic massage is designed to put the Doshas back into balance or keep them there. Some Ayurvedic massage practices also give you Ayurvedic counseling so that you can learn more about how to live a Dosha-balancing lifestyle.

If a service of counseling is offered, you should take part in that before you get massage treatments. The Ayurvedic counselor will gain, and give you, and in-depth look into your own Dosha type. This will guide them into knowing what massage therapies to recommend to you and how to do them. It will also allow them to guide you concerning lifestyle choices and behavioral habits.

Perhaps you could think of this as an ancient and wiser form of psychoanalysis!

One massage treatment you might want to begin with is Ayurvedic facial therapy. This involves massage techniques designed to give a glowing luster to your facial skin as you are put into a state of deep relaxation that affects your body, your mind, and your spirit for the better. This is more ritual than it is "facial" though.

It begins with your face being gently cleansed, and then your practitioner puts a masque on your face that is chosen for your skin type. Next, ancient East Indian massage techniques and warm, soothing oils are massaged on your face, scalp, arms, and hands. Nourishing, hydrating facial serums are massaged into your skin, and you come away with a sense of well-being as well as a beautiful, all-natural glow.

Next comes the Ayurvedic Shirodhara treatment. Your practitioner follows up on the facial massage by slowly pouring warm oil that aligns with your Dosha type onto your forehead, stimulating your pituitary gland and thereby helping to balance your endocrine system while relaxing your nervous system.

After that, oils are gently massaged into your scalp and your hair, with the excess oil squeezed out of your hair. According to Ayurvedic wisdom, you should leave the remaining oil in your hair overnight in order to balance your Vata Dosha.

After experiencing all this Ayurvedic pleasure, you''ll certainly want to try Abhyanga, the traditional Ayurvedic full body massage, performed together and synchronously by two masseuses, who use a "light touch" technique instead of a deep tissue massage, to induce a gentle toxin removal process on the cellular level.

You'll come away with a relaxed physiology and increased sense of well-being. You can mix Abhyanga massage with Shirodhara treatment for a truly incredible Ayurvedic experience!

You can also get Ayurvedic herbal treatments. Your skin is dry-brushed to increase your blood circulation and start the exfoliation process. Then blended Indian herbs are rubbed on to detoxify and nourish your skin. Afterward comes a Dosha-specific oil massage. Finally, you're wrapped in steaming herbal sheets as you get a neck and body massage that will put you on cloud nine!

You may want to try a Dosha balancing wrap treatment. The oils are chosen to balance your specific Dosha. Your skin is first lightly brushed in order to allow the exotic, aromatic Indian oils to penetrate deeply during the massage that will follow. Next, you are wrapped in warm, herbal infused sheets as you are given a neck, head, and scalp massage.

Occasionally practitioners blend other botanicals with the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda to give you a truly one of a kind experience.

If you have the time and money, travel to a destination spa that specializes in Native American spa techniques - this is the perfect way to introduce these elements into your life. The Southwestern United States offers several spas that incorporate Native American practices.

One of the ways spas use Native American wisdom is to mix Dosh oils and herbal pastes with indigenous Southwestern materials such as chaparral and juniper berries. The oil and paste are used to exfoliate and purify your skin.

After showering, a special proprietary oil blend is smoothed on to hydrate and refresh your skin.

You can also learn Ayurvedic Yoga to do in conjunction with getting your massage and herbal treatments. You work with a practitioner to learn specific poses and breathing methods that are in harmony with your Dosha type.

This enhances your total Ayurvedic experience and give you a personal lifestyle that can keep you healthier and more energized all the days of the year.

Ayurvedic Massage Oils

Daily self massage with Ayurvedic massage oils will help bring your Dosha into balance.

Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies

Dr. Vasant Lad offers natural alternatives to conventional medicines and treatments. This book is an invaluable guide to treating common ailments and chronic problems with practical advice and easy-to-follow instructions.

Bindi Tea - Vata, Pitta, or Kapha

A loose tea that is a blend of traditional Ayurvedic herbs and spices.