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Shirodhara – the treatment and benefits

Shirodhara is a traditional Ayurvedic treatment that involves pouring a continuous stream of warm oil or other liquids onto the forehead (the “third eye” or “Ajna chakra” point), in a rhythmic and gentle manner. The term “Shirodhara” is derived from the Sanskrit words “shiro” (head) and “dhara” (flow).    Throughout this process, the oil is… Continue reading Shirodhara – the treatment and benefits

Why you should not leave oil on your hair overnight

Often, people mistake traditional practices for Ayurvedic wisdom, given the age-old heritage of Ayurveda. An instance of this is the customary practice of leaving oil on your hair overnight.  In India, it is a common tradition to leave hair oil on overnight – a practice that Ayurveda discourages.   In this blog, let us delve… Continue reading Why you should not leave oil on your hair overnight