Face & Head Rituals — Mukha & Shiro Abhyanga

Art of Vedas Nasya Oil is an authentic Anu Thailam, the most important nasal oil in classical Ayurveda, documented in Ashtanga Hridaya over 1,500 years ago. This traditional formula combines 24 carefully selected herbs in pure sesame oil, prepared according to ancient methods to support nasal wellness, promote mental clarity, and nourish all five sense organs.

In Ayurveda, the nose is called "Nasa hi Shiraso Dwaram", the doorway to the head. Daily Nasya practice with Anu Thailam is considered one of the most important rituals for maintaining wellness of the head, eyes, ears, and mind. Just 2 drops per nostril each morning can become a transformative part of your Dinacharya (daily routine).

Whether you are new to Nasya or an experienced practitioner, this classical formula offers authentic support for clear breathing, mental focus, and overall head region wellness throughout all seasons.

Two domes, each shaped for a different part of the face. The larger dome glides across cheeks, forehead and jawline, covering the broad, open areas in slow circular movements. The smaller dome turns for the precise work: temples, brow, under-eye, the edges of the nose.

The metal has a naturally cooling quality. In Ayurveda, this is traditionally associated with Pitta balance — a calming of warmth and reactivity in the skin. The faint grey-green tint you may notice during use is a natural reaction between the metal, the oil, and your skin's pH. It washes off easily and is not harmful.

Apply 3 to 4 drops of face oil before you begin. Work across both sides of the face, starting from the centre and moving outward. Gentle pressure is enough — the tool does the work. Five to ten minutes daily is ideal.

For external use only. Clean and dry thoroughly after each use. Store away from moisture.

A few drops of this serum leave the skin noticeably softer, more even in tone, and quietly luminous. It absorbs cleanly without heaviness and works well under a Kansa wand or alone as the last step of your evening ritual.

Kumkumadi is a classical Ayurvedic formula documented in the Ashtanga Hridayam, the chapter dedicated to Mukhalepa (face care). It belongs to the Varnya category, herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda to support natural skin clarity. The key herb is Kumkuma (saffron), supported by Chandana (sandalwood), Manjishtha, Padmaka (lotus) and Yashtimadhu, all infused into cold-pressed sesame oil, the classical base for face oiling in Ayurveda.

Suitable for all skin types. Best applied in the evening after cleansing. If you use a Kansa wand, apply the serum first and massage immediately after.

For external use only. Not a substitute for professional medical advice.

An Ayurvedic foot-massage wand with a kansa (copper–tin bronze) dome and ergonomic hardwood handle. Used in Kansa Vatki/Padabhyanga to stimulate plantar marma points, support lymphatic flow, cool excess pitta, and relax the nervous system.

The Kansa Comb is a scalp tool cast from Kansa metal, the copper-tin bronze used in Ayurvedic ritual practice for centuries. The teeth of the comb are pointed and designed to reach the scalp through the hair, making contact with the marma points of the head as the comb moves slowly across the scalp. This is not a massage tool used with pressure. The correct technique is slow, deliberate, and gentle, the pointed teeth do the work; you simply guide the comb.

Kansa has a naturally cooling quality. In Ayurveda, this is associated with calming Pitta in the head, the accumulated heat that shows as scalp sensitivity, irritation, and a restless, overheated mind. The comb draws that heat gently outward as it moves across the scalp.

This is a tool for daily use. Two to three minutes in the evening, used dry or with a light hair oil, is sufficient. Used consistently, it becomes one of the quieter and more grounding habits in a daily Dinacharya practice of Śīrṣa Abhyanga.

Seven smooth Kansa nodes. A carved wooden handle. Pressure precisely where you need it.

This tool is made for two practices: Śiro Abhyanga, the classical Ayurvedic scalp massage, and marma point work on the body. The rounded nodes are shaped to sit accurately on a marma point and sustain contact there your shoulders, the base of your skull, your upper back, the soles of your feet. Used slowly, with oil, the Kansa draws excess heat from your tissue. You feel the release immediately.

On the scalp the nodes cover a broad area with each movement. On the body a single node locates the precise marma point. One tool, two practices, one material that Ayurvedic tradition has relied upon for this quality specifically: solid bronze cools. It calms your Pitta, settles your Vata.

Ksheerabala Thailam is a classical Ayurvedic formulation documented in Ashtanga Hridayam and Sahasrayogam. This elegant three-ingredient oil, Bala (Sida cordifolia), cow's milk, and sesame oil is traditionally regarded as a nerve tonic in Ayurveda. Prepared using the Ksheerapaka method (milk processing), Ksheerabala offers a cooling, calming quality that distinguishes it from warming oils like Mahanarayana. Particularly valued for Padabhyanga (foot massage) as part of an evening relaxation ritual.

The Kansa Gua Sha is a facial massage tool hand-cast in Kansa metal, the traditional copper-tin bronze used in Ayurvedic practice. The form follows the gua sha technique: broad, deliberate strokes across the jaw, neck, cheeks, and forehead. The material is what sets it apart from stone tools.

Kansa has a naturally cooling quality. In Ayurveda, this is associated with calming Pitta, the heat and reactivity in the skin that shows as redness, puffiness, and an uneven complexion. Stone tools carry no such property. The Kansa draws warmth gently from the skin's surface as the tool moves across it, which is why the experience of working with it feels different in the hand.

Used with a face oil and slow, upward strokes, the Gua Sha helps the oil absorb evenly and leaves the skin looking calm and settled. It is a practice that takes five minutes and requires nothing more than a few drops of oil and a consistent routine.

Neelibhringadi Thailam is a traditional Ayurvedic oil formulated to support strong, healthy hair, reduce hair fall, and prevent premature greying. This powerful blend includes herbs like Indigo (Neeli), Bhringraj, and Amla, known in Ayurveda for their ability to nourish the scalp, stimulate hair roots, and cool excess Pitta in the head region.

Prepared in a base of pure coconut oil using the classical method of Sneha Paka Vidhi, Neelibhringadi Thailam penetrates deep into the scalp to calm irritation, remove buildup, and strengthen each strand from the root. Regular use helps maintain natural hair colour, adds volume and shine, and leaves the scalp feeling cool and balanced.

Ideal for daily or weekly head oiling (Murdha Taila), especially suited for Pitta-predominant hair types experiencing thinning, early greying, or a warm, sensitive scalp.

The Mini Kansa Wand is cast from classical Kansa, a copper-tin bronze used in Ayurvedic facial practice for centuries. The dome is intentionally small sized to follow the orbital bone, reach the brow ridge, settle into the temple, and work the four marma points around the eye that a larger tool cannot address with precision.

Kansa has a naturally cooling quality. In Ayurveda, this is associated with calming Pitta, the accumulated heat that shows around the eyes as puffiness, sensitivity, and a dull, uneven complexion. Used with a face oil in slow, deliberate circles, the dome draws that heat outward and helps the oil absorb more completely than applying by hand.

This is the tool used in Netra Abhyanga, the traditional Ayurvedic eye-area ritual. At home, practiced for five minutes each morning or evening, it is one of the more quietly effective habits you can build into a daily routine.

Karpooradi Thailam is a classical Ayurvedic oil from the Kerala tradition, known for its powerful warming and penetrating action. Mentioned in the Bhaishajya Ratnavali and Sahasrayogam, this traditional formula combines just two carefully chosen herbs, Camphor (Karpura) and Celery seed (Ajmoda), in a nourishing Sesame oil base.

Unlike complex multi-herb formulations, this pure, focused blend delivers targeted comfort. The sharp, penetrating quality of Camphor works in harmony with Celery seed's soothing properties to support comfortable movement and ease occasional muscle tension. Traditionally used to balance Vata and Kapha, Karpooradi Thailam brings warmth to cold, stiff joints and helps clear buildup in the chest.

Whether you are seeking support after physical activity, comfort from seasonal stiffness, or traditional respiratory wellness, this time-honoured oil offers a simple yet powerful approach to daily wellbeing.

Eladi Thailam is a classical Ayurvedic skin oil documented in Sahasrayogam, prepared with the Eladi Gana, a traditional group of 18 aromatic herbs led by Cardamom (Ela). This ayurvedic formulation combines skin-nurturing botanicals including Saffron, Nutmeg, Myrrh, Palmarosa and Himalayan Cedar in a pure sesame oil base according to traditional Sneha Paka Vidhi.

The name derives from its signature herb Ela (Elettaria cardamomum) the aromatic "Queen of Spices", combined with herbs traditionally valued in Ayurveda for their ability to support skin radiance, hydration and a clear, even-toned complexion. This makes Eladi the specialist oil for Varnya (complexion enhancement) in the classical Ayurvedic tradition.

Prepared in the Kerala tradition, this warming yet balanced oil is used for facial Abhyanga, full-body massage, and is gentle enough for baby massage, one of the safest oils recommended for infants in Ayurvedic pediatric care. Ideal for those seeking natural support for skin hydration, radiant complexion and traditional skincare rituals.

Rose Petals Powder is a single-ingredient Ayurvedic skin powder for brightening, soothing and hydrating the skin. It works as a standalone face mask, as an addition to any Ubtan blend, or as a Pitta-calming bath treatment.

Rosa centifolia is classified in the Charaka Samhita under the Varnya Gana, the group of herbs specifically indicated for natural clarity and radiance of the skin. Its qualities are Sheeta (cooling), Snigdha (moistening) and Madhura, making it well suited to Pitta and Vata skin conditions where redness, dryness or sensitivity are present. This preparation is 100% dried Rose Petal Powder, organically grown on our farms in India.

Each 35g pack provides approximately 20 to 25 applications as a face mask. Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin. Blend with our Facial Ubtan or Mukhalepa Ubtan to add a cooling, softening quality to the treatment.

For external use only. Not a substitute for professional medical advice.

A rich overnight cream formulated with Rasayana herbs, the Ayurvedic plants traditionally used for deep nourishment and tissue restoration. Ashwagandha, Shatavari, and Bala are all classical Rasayana herbs. They are blended here with Amla, Anantmool, Nagkesar, and Kumud in a base of Almond, Sesame, and Castor Oil, with Sandalwood, Rose, and Vetiver essential oils.

The richer texture is designed for overnight use, it absorbs slowly and works through the night. You wake to skin that feels deeply nourished, soft, and settled.

Ubtan cleanses, exfoliates and brightens the skin in a single application. Unlike conventional cleansers, it is a dry herbal powder with no preservatives, no water and no synthetic binders, mixed fresh before each use and applied directly to the skin.

This formulation follows the classical Mukhalepa tradition described in the Ashtanga Hridayam and Charaka Samhita. Green Gram provides the base exfoliation. Neem and Turmeric address excess sebum and uneven tone. Manjishtha and Khadira support complexion clarity as classical Varnya herbs. Sandalwood and Rose Petals calm and nourish the skin after cleansing.

Each 35g pack provides approximately 15 to 20 applications. Suitable for all skin types. Use as a daily morning cleanser or a short 5-minute mask two to three times per week. Follow with a face oil for a complete Mukha ritual.

For external use only. Not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Mukhalepa Ubtan is a deep-cleansing face mask for oily, blemish-prone skin. It is a dry herbal powder mixed fresh with water or rose water before each use, with no preservatives, no synthetic binding agents and no conventional mask fillers.

The formulation is based on the Mukhalepa Adhyaya of the Ashtanga Hridayam, the classical Ayurvedic text on skin purification. Multani Mitti absorbs sebum and surface impurities from within the pores. Neem and Tulsi address Kapha imbalances including excess oil and skin buildup. Sandalwood pacifies Pitta and reduces redness. Rose Petals restore softness and luminosity. Turmeric brightens and evens the complexion. Manjistha works on deeper discoloration.

Unlike commercial masks loaded with water and preservatives, this traditional Ubtan activates the moment you mix it. Each application is as potent as the first.