Udvarthana (Dry Powder Massage)

Service Description

Udvarthana is a deep, dry and exfoliating massage using a fragrant blend of herbal powders designed to break down fatty deposits on the body. A warm herbal paste made with grains, herbs, and a small amount of herbal oil is vigorously massaged onto the body by the therapist helps to balance Kapha. It is also an excellent treatment to help dislodge toxins that are embedded in the tissues as part of detoxification therapy. Udwartana massage is often recommended along with Swedana (steam bath therapy). It helps to increase circulation to reduce cellulite, tone the muscles, exfoliate the skin, and energizes the body and emotions. Benefits: Pacifies the aggravated Kapha dosha Reduces the excess fat accumulated in the subcutaneous tissues Softens and exfoliates dead skin cells, thereby giving a lustrous glow to the skin Detoxification, purification, toning the skin Improves mobility of joints Strengthens and tones up the muscles Refreshes and rejuvenates the body Removes cellulite and helps in weight reduction Improves the sense of touch Makes the body and mind alert; gives a sense of lightness of the body Reduces blood cholesterol Note: All the full body massage sessions will include a steam bath for 15 minutes.