AYURVEDIC BODY OILS
The ritual of self-massage is a powerful way to support harmony of mind + body + spirit 〰️
in ayurveda,
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Massage is considered just as essential to health + beauty as a good diet and other lifestyle habits. As we age, the body naturally becomes drier + less supple, particularly in the skin + joints.
Practiced regularly,
oil massage becomes a simple ritual for countering these qualities of dryness and depletion while supporting
nourishment • mobility • vitality over time.
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choose your ritual
GROUND • CALM • UPLIFT
GROUND
nourishing • grounding • warming
Formulated to nourish dry skin, calm the nervous system, and restore a sense of calm.
NOTES
orange blossom • tulsi • cedarwood • vanilla
Designed to support Vata dosha—the ether and air elements—this warm, earthy blend:
○ deeply nourishes + hydrates dry skin + bones
○ calms an overactive mind + grounds the body
○ helps ease muscular tension + aches
○ supports restful sleep + inner stability
Curious about Ayurveda and the doshas?
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self-massage benefits
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○ supports natural detoxification ○ encourages lymphatic flow ○ increases circulation
○ nourishes the skin ○ calms the mind ○ helps balance the doshas
○ supports joint mobility ○ supports immune health ○ cultivates self-love
CALM
soothing • calming • cooling
Formulated to cool excess heat from the body + mind, calm the nervous system, soothe inflammation and muscular pain
NOTES
rose • peppermint • lavender • coconut
Designed to balance Pitta dosha—the fire and water elements—this cooling blend:
○ cools + soothes overheated + sensitive skin
○ helps ease stress + irritability + emotional burnout
○ deeply hydrates + nourishes the skin
○ supports balance during warmer months
Curious about Ayurveda and the doshas?
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The simple practice of oiling our physical being,
is one of the best things we can do for our body and nervous system.
UPLIFT
invigorating • uplifting • fresh
Formulated to awaken a sluggish mind + body, uplift the spirit, and energize the body.
NOTES
rosemary • grapefruit • eucalyptus • camphor
Designed to support Kapha dosha—the earth and water elements—this bright, stimulating blend:
○ energizes dull, heavy, or sluggish energy
○ supports healthy circulation + lymphatic flow
○ clarifies + tones congested or oily skin
○ supports balance during colder months
Curious about Ayurveda and the doshas?
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oiling your body
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Traditionally, abhyanga is practiced before bathing: warm oil is massaged into the body, allowed to absorb for 5–15 minutes, and then rinsed away.
It can also be adapted to your routine—applied after a shower or, my favorite, used as a nightly ritual before sleep.
Don’t forget the soles of your feet.
According to Ayurveda
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○ Moving from the center outward follows the body’s natural energetic pathways, supporting tissue metabolism and the distribution of ojas—the body’s vital essence.
○ Using long, linear strokes along the limbs encourages the natural flow of vata energy throughout the physical and emotional body.
○ Circular movements help release energy in areas where it can become “stuck,” leading to pitta or kapha imbalances.
CHOOSE YOUR RITUAL
grounding • calming • uplifting
Warm oil • slow movement • intention
◦ nourish the body ◦ calm the mind ◦ ground the emotions
A moment of self-love and care.
Whether five minutes or an hour, let it become your daily ritual.