“Give yourself a full-body oil massage on a daily basis. It is nourishing; pacifies the doshas, relieves fatigue, provides stamina, pleasure, and perfect sleep, enhances the complexion and the luster of the skin; promotes longevity, and nourishes all parts of the body.”
The aforementioned phrase from an Ayurvedic textbook captures the many benefits of using a body massage oil daily.
Before spas became popular, the art of massaging self with oil, also known as Abhyanga, was practiced extensively by people.
Even today, body massage is considered a powerful healing technique in Ayurveda. A good oil massage releases the accumulated stress and toxins from the body, leaving you feeling energized and rejuvenated.
If you’re still wondering how a full body massage will help you, have a look at some of the well-known benefits associated with this traditional Ayurvedic ritual.
- Increases circulation and aids joint health
- Eliminates body impurities
- Calms nerves and promotes deeper, better sleep
- Softens and smoothes the skin which reduces the effects of ageing
- Increases mental alertness and the levels of stamina
- Tones muscles and nourishes the tissues
My favourite massage oil is the Lavender massage oil from the brand Indrani cosmetics
Every drop of lavender oil will walk you through a sea of purple and bewitched lavender flowers.
It has unique calming and relaxing qualities.
This oil is obtained from Lavandula Angustifolia which helps in soothing skin irritation, redness, inflammation, swelling, and also the after-effects of hair removal techniques like waxing or threading.
It has a soothing fragrance
It helps in soaking away stress and corrects sleeplessness.
It also helps in relieving fatigue and anxiety.
Try massaging your skin atleast thrice a week and see the results for yourself.
