Udvarthan : Detox,
Skin Rejuvenation & Toning

Thank you Mel (42), Maitland for explaining benefits you experienced from Udvartan
Bec (37) drove 4 hours one way and found benefits of Udvartan worth the effort. Grateful to be part of your health journey.
Sara C (34) selected Udvartanam as first of her few well-being treatments.

Treatment in brief

 

It is a multidimensional treatment.

Coarse herbal paste or powder is applied over the body (below neck area) and massaged with specific movements to improve the circulatory system and aiding the metabolic activity. The technique’s aim is to create gharshana (friction) and not much pressure.

With a selection of herbs, this exfoliating massage is highly beneficial in breaking cellulite, reducing excess body fat as well as effecting skin toning and detoxing. It also helps remove energetic blockages and releases suppressed emotions and effects on stress stored at subcutaneous levels.
This is not a remedial type of massage like Abhyanga.

“After 3 treatments I feel so much light and energetic. Body fat at unwanted places is reduced and muscles & skin feel much toned.”
— Sarah, 42, Newcastle
 
“After first Udvartanam treatment, I felt I have let go of lot of stuff which I was holding on unnecessarily. I am more calm now and feeling profound improvements in my health and well-being.”
— Catherine, 52, Central coast
 

Benefits

 

  • Reduces cellulite and excess body fat accumulated in the subcutaneous tissues

  • Softens and exfoliates dead skin cells, thereby giving a natural glow to skin

  • Strengthens and tones up the muscles

  • Removes blocks, rectifies metabolism, soothes nerves

  • Detoxification, purification and toning of the skin

  • De-stresses, provides relaxation and calmness to the body and mind

  • Primarily works on lymphatic drainage, enhances blood circulation

  • Provides energy, enriches the cells with proper nutrients and essentials and enhances the lifespan of cells

  • Eliminates bad body odor

  • Improves mobility of joints

  • Rejuvenates whole body as well as the sense of touch

  • Pacifies the aggravated Kapha dosha

  • Reduces blood cholesterol (over long term)

  • Improves digestion

For Evidence / Research about Udwarthanam, click here.

Types

 

There are two types of Udvarthanam:

The first is Snigadh or Snehana Udvartana, which is powder massage using a herbal paste that is prepared from a mixture of powdered herbs and medicated oils.

The second variety is called Ruksha Udvartana, which is primarily a dry procedure involving rubdown with a coarse powder made from herbs.

The therapist will recommend appropriate type and herbal combination suitable to person’s constitution and condition.

 

Indications

 

Treatment is most popularly sought for:

  • General well-being, detox and immunity enhancement

  • Toning of skin, body-fat reduction (also after child birth)

  • Muscular weakness

  • Obesity (multiple treatments may be required)

    Treatment also offers help in:

  • Motor Neuron Disorders

  • Parkinsons

  • Muscular dystrophy

  • Multiple sclerosis

  • Hemiplegia

  • Rheumatoid arthritis

  • Skin diseases (exceptions apply)

  • Diabetes mellitus

Preparation

 

  • Please do not shave using razor or harsh chemicals within at least 48 hours prior to treatment. Some herbs may have a stinging-like unpleasent sensation on subtle bruises caused while shaving. If you have booked appointment within less than 48 hours of shaving, then please apply some antiseptic cream and hydration to heal these bruises or please let practitioner know to reschedule.

  • To maximize treatment benefits, recommended to have a shower prior to treatment so skin pores open up.

  • Please do not eat in 1.5-2 hours prior to appointment

  • Use washroom prior to the start of the treatment if required.

  • Wear old clothes

  • Bring an old towel to cover your car seat after treatment.

  • Do not schedule any hairdressing or stressful appointments on the same day.

  • Be prepared to have your body covered in medicated liquids and herbs.

  • Please remove piercings where possible prior or advice the practitioner re those which can not be removed.

  • Depending upon body fat content and BMI, multiple i.e. 3 to 5 or more sessions may be required for desired effect.

 

Treatment Process

 

  • A light energy balancing massage using medicated oil suitable to client’s constitution is performed first in most cases.

  • The herbal paste/powder is rubbed all over the body in specific strokes on different body parts.

  • The absorptive properties of the herbal powders act to metabolize excess fat deposits from the body. The gharshana performs the cleansing action, including for lodged emotions.

  • After the massage, steam is sometimes recommended (not advised in all cases). During this treatment the body loses lots of excess water (kapha) and the skin pores start to open. When the pores open, the herbal oil mixed with the paste can penetrate deeper into the skin.

After-care

 

  • It is beneficial to leave herbal paste/powder applied for an hour after treatment. However, at the end of treatment, most of the herbal powder/paste will be removed with damp towels, however some may remain. So please have shower after an hour. Only use non-soapy body wash. Apply some natural hydration like aloe-vera gel or jojoba oil after shower.

  • Take warm shower. Avoid hot shower.

  • Recommended to apply some jojoba oil (warm) after shower.

  • Avoid long travel and busy shopping centres.

  • Avoid going to beach and extreme weather conditions

  • Allow relaxation for 1-2 hours after your treatment for best results but do not day sleep or nap immediately after your treatment

  • If you have any concerns please contact us immediately.

  • Follow a gentle evening yoga routine.

 

Price

 

$225 for upto 90 min treatment.