Udvartana

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2. What is Udvartana ? Udvartana is an exfoliating herbal paste massaged over the body from the neck down going against the hairs on the body or in an upward direction. Udvartana shows best results if its done after Abhyanga (whole body oil massage) followed by steam.

3. What equipment is needed? A comfortable massage table H erbal pastes made of different oils and powders Shower for cleansing afterwards or hot towels

4. What are the Benefits of Udvartana Massage? Reduces excess of fat in the body Increases stability of the extremities Promotes skin beautification Improves complexion Corrects imbalances of the Vata Dosha

5. Benefits Cont … Prevents untimely drowsing Cures itching sensations Leads to sense of lightness in the body Eliminates bad odors due to sweating

6. What oils and herbs are used? Herbs used in the Udvartana for Weight Loss: Triphala Kolkullathadi Kottumchukkadi Herbs used in the Udvartana for Glowing Skin Yashtimadhu Rose Neem Sariva Sandalwood Usheer Khadir

7. Oils used in the Udvartana for Weight Loss Kottumchukadi ; Triphala ; Dhanwantaram ; Karpasasthyadi . Oils used in the Udvartana for Glowing Skin Mahanarayana ; Chandanadi ; Balashwagandhadi ; Dhanwantar Kuzumbu etc.

8. Udvartana Contraindications Dry skin conditions In pregnancy To the emaciated Children After body detoxification and purification procedure of Panchakarma

9. Udvartana Massage https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=- oGuIxCO6os#t=2