FACE AND HEAD TREATMENTS
The head and neck region are of immense importance in Ayurveda as this is the first point of entry of Prana, or life force, into the body.
Oxygen is the food for Prana which is inhaled through the nose. Equally the first point of entry for air, food and water is via the nose or mouth.
Ayurveda believes that as long as all of the five sense organs are happy and healthy,
we can lead a very long life.
Mukha - Abhyanga - (Traditional Ayurvedic Face-Lift Massage)
An excellent anti-aging treatment, this gentle face massage, relaxes and tones the facial muscles, stimulates circulation and lymph flow.
By increasing circulation, the skin will naturally retain moisture and regenerate healthy tissues.
Using a warm organic fragrant oil, this treatment leaves the skin feeling revitalised, radiating a glowing and healthy complexion.
A 45 minute treatment incorporates important Marma points of the face and head.
Shirodhara - (Warm Oil Treatment for the Head)
Shirodhara is the signature treatment of Ayurveda which is not found in any other system of medicine. The ultimate relaxation therapy. Shiro meaning head and Dhara meaning to flow, this treatment consists of a warm, gentle and methodic pouring of herbalised oil over the forehead which synchronises brain waves, and profoundly coordinates and calms the mind, body and spirit.
When a Shirodhara treatment is given it helps to:
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Regulate the hormonal system by working on the chakras
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Strengthen the immune system by inducing a state of deep meditation and relaxation encouraging endorphin production in the body
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Helps to pacify the three Doshas by working on the Marma points
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Helps to sooth, relax and refresh the nervous system completely having a profound effect on the endocrine and immune system
One of the best ways to reduce high blood pressure, insomnia, stress, headaches and pain, anxiety and depression.
Shiro - Abhyangha - (Traditional Ayurvedic Head Massage)
An intensely relaxing and revitalising massage is performed with scented organic herbal oil to nourish the hair and relax and release tension in the head, neck and upper back area.
Having an overall effect on the whole body as it balances the central nervous system and promotes mental clarity. The treatment can help to relieve headaches, insomnia and stress as well as helping to nourish the hair and scalp.
Important Marma points are stimulated to balance the flow of energy which enables the release of tension and pain.
Out of this World Pranic Facial
If you ever wanted the massage part of the facial to last longer this new treatment package not only gives you a luxury facial treatment with steam, kansa wand massage, mask and seaweed but also an extended, deeply healing, massage ritual.
The treatment begins with a grounding foot scrub and massage, followed by an Indian head massage and pranic healing which, in addition to the facial, makes this treatment a holistic experience of relaxation and rejuvenation.
This Indian head massage is more effective due to the heated herbal oil and the manipulation of prana, the vital energy that carries intelligence of healing through specific strokes and contact with the marma energy points. The flow of prana can be systemically channelled by accessing the pathways and energy points in the head, face, neck and shoulders. On a vibrational level, this highly relaxing and regenerating treatment is a route to lower brain waves such as theta and delta, where deep level healing is a default mode.
This pranic healing, in addition to the facial, make it a deeply innovative and holistic experience of relaxation, restoration and rejuvenation.
Karana Purana - (Ear Treatment)
This is a highly relaxing treatment using organic herbal oil to help cleanse and open up the channels of the ear canal.
The small bones in the inner ear stimulate nerve endings, transmitting signals to the brain. If these inner bones dry out, it compromises the functionality of the sense of hearing. This treatment nourishes the acoustic nerves and improves signal quality to the brain, whilst enhancing the interpretation of sounds by the hearing centre in the brain.
This is a highly nurturing treatment for recurring ear infections, ear pain, tinnitus, vertigo, recurring migraine headaches or just simply a wonderful way to take good care of yourself, to feel calmer and stay balanced at a deeper level.
Akshi-Tarpana (Eye Treatment)
This is a unique Ayurvedic treatment to help nourish, strengthen and rejuvenate the eyes by the pouring of warm ghee into the eyes, with the help of a basti.
Our eyes are a direct extension of our brain; Akshi-Tarpana can help to nourish the brain and the cranial nerves and by nourishing the brain, this treatment will also help to nourish the spinal cord and nerves along with the cerebral spinal fluid.
This is an eye care treatment that restores lustre to the eyes and nourishment to the surrounding tissue, helping with blurred vision, glaucoma, macular degeneration, cataracts, lack of tear formation/eye secretions and helps to relieve the tension that causes headaches, pain, fatigue, dark circles and fine lines.
Nasya - (Nasal Cleansing Treatment)
A gentle facial massage is followed by a steam therapy and the application of warm herbal oils through the nose.
This treatment can be highly effective in relieving headaches, sinusitis, migraines, sleep ailments, hayfever, allergies, tinnitus and tiredness.