Ancient Ayurveda Beauty Therapies

Beauty Treatments at Ayurveda Retreat
Visit our Retreat for ancient beauty treatments derived from the ancient texts of Ayurvedic Medicine and Yoga Sutras for the mind, body and soul. At Ayurveda Retreat  we carefully selecte and adopt these treatments to each individual. Many ancient temples in India display the most beautiful carvings of women enjoying these beauty treatments.

Ayurveda and Beauty
As in any holistic medicine, inner and outer radiance and aging are closely related. The more we nurture ourselves, the more radiant we become mentally, spiritually, physically and emotionally, regardless of our particular body shape or proportions. Ayurveda emphasizes beauty as being a product of the four dimensions, physical, mental, spiritual and mental health with high importance given to self-knowledge, positive environment, development of positive routines and habits.

The secret in retaining youth and beauty is ensuring the proper circulation of vital life fluids and the regular discharge of waste materials through therapies such as Panchakarma and Kaya Chikitsa.

Nothing helps the body more than a routine care and nurturing through tools such as massage. In the Ayurvedic tradition, massage is considered just as essential to overall health and beauty as good diet and positive lifestyle.

An Ayurvedic facial massage activates deep centers of the brain, reflex points and facial circulation to totally soothe the body. Tensions in the neck, shoulders and face are freed and energy is rebalanced from head to toe. Herbal extracts and essential oils are to be added for their additional healing properties and pleasant fragrances.

Using an Ayurvedic Diet to keep yourself beautiful
Ayurvedic diet is high in vegetables, fruits , whole grains and other naturally fiber-rich and wholesome food that not only provide lasting energy throughout the day but keep the body toned and radiant. Fiber helps maintain a healthy digestive tract by providing bulk, which in turn helps eliminate toxins and waste. When the intestines are regularly cleaned, the body does not become overloaded with digested material that would otherwise seek elimination through the skin. · Foods low in fat, help to keep the blood clean enhancing  good circulation. Thus an efficient circulatory system works to cleanse and nourish the whole system, and naturally help weight control. Food high in refined sugars  and  carbohydrates give the body a quick boost of energy that is always followed by a physical (and emotional) low. This stresses the pancreas and adrenals, devitalizing the body. Refined carbohydrates deplete the body of minerals, which are so important for all vital functions. It is the combination of refined carbohydrates and excess protein, which forces toxins to the skin surface in the form of pimples. Food high in minerals keep the body looking alive and charged with energy. Minerals greatly contribute to that intangible radiant, fresh, and magnetic look of a person in good health. · Food rich in vegetable proteins. Low protein diets weaken the body and cause a hollow, sunken look to the face. Diets high in animal proteins increase the toxicity of waste products in the body due to their slow transit time (it takes meat about three days to completely be digested and leave the system.) This slows digestion and depletes the body of minerals. Vegetable proteins, on the other hand, fully nourish the body, being quickly and efficiently metabolized. Ayurveda has the means of making meals more digestible with such spices as garlic, ginger, cumin, cayenne, and black pepper.  Diets high in salt tend to make the mind and body stiff and tight. Having a constricting influence on the body, it tends to slow circulation and create retention of fluid. This can create that sunken effect under the eyes and make someone look puffy. In Ayurveda, a very low salt diet is suggested whenever there are skin problems. · Strong stimulants or depressives such as coffee, sodas, or alcohol stress the body's organs and make skin loose and flabby, furrowing the brow and producing bags under the eyes in the long run. · Fresh organic foods are nutritionally the richest, coming from healthy soil and thus carry the strongest, vital energy. This contributes to a radiant, rich glow in general.

Ayurveda Mukh Soundarya
A facial beauty treatment to improve colour and complexion of the skin using gentle Ayurvedic herbal face packs, face wash and cream.

Mehndi (Henna)
It is a traditional artwork on hands and feet. It has always been highly popular in India, and now people from all over the world are enjoying this experience. In India it is especially popular during festivals and wedding ceremonies. The special ayurvedic significance lies in its effect of balancing Pitta. Enjoy our highly talented therapist - artists performing this traditional artwork on your hands and feet. Its effect is temporary, lasting for approximately 2 weeks.

Ayurveda Kesh Soundarya (Hair Care)
Conditioning treatment for your Hair using various herbal powders and pastes.

Ayurveda Pada Soundarya  (Pedicure)
An ayurvedic herbal foot treatment using various herbal pastes, decoctions and cream.

Ayurveda Hatha Soundarya (Manicure)
An Ayurvedic herbal treatment for enhancing the youthfulness of your hands and arms performed using various herbal pastes, decoctions and cream.