Ayurvedic massage therapists in the UK
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What is an Ayurvedic massage?
Ayurvedic massage is a traditional full-body treatment from India, part of the wider system of Ayurveda. It typically uses generous amounts of warm herbal oil worked over the whole body with flowing strokes — the classic form is called abhyanga. Therapists may choose oils and techniques to suit you. It's usually chosen for relaxation, easing tension and a general sense of wellbeing.
What is abhyanga?
Abhyanga is the traditional Ayurvedic warm-oil massage — the most common form people mean by 'Ayurvedic massage'. Warm herbal oil is massaged over the whole body with rhythmic, flowing strokes. Many find it deeply relaxing, and it's often chosen to unwind and ease tension.
What should I expect during the treatment?
Expect generous use of warm oil, so you'll undress to your comfort level and be covered with towels, with the oil worked over the body. Because Ayurvedic massage uses a lot of oil, it's worth wearing older clothes afterwards or asking the therapist about showering. Tell your therapist about any skin sensitivities so they can choose suitable oils.
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Ayurvedic massage
A traditional Indian full-body treatment using warm herbal oils, part of the Ayurveda system. The classic form is abhyanga — flowing warm-oil strokes over the whole body — usually chosen for relaxation and a sense of balance rather than as a clinical treatment.
Abhyanga is the traditional Ayurvedic warm-oil massage, the form most people mean by 'Ayurvedic massage'. Warm herbal oil is massaged over the whole body with rhythmic, flowing strokes, which many find deeply relaxing.
Generous use of warm oil, so you undress to your comfort level and are covered with towels. Because there's a lot of oil, ask about showering afterwards and wear older clothes. Mention any skin sensitivities so the therapist can choose suitable oils.
It's primarily a relaxation and wellbeing treatment rather than a clinical one. Many people book it to unwind, ease tension and feel balanced, using warm oils and flowing strokes over the whole body.
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