How to Do Abhyanga, a Self Massage with Warm Oil

Be your own Ayurvedic masseuse with this step-by-step instructional video on the ancient art of self-massage! Known in Ayurveda as abhyanga, this practice is the perfect way to nourish, moisturize, and bring comfort and balance to your whole body. Whether you're winding down for the evening or prepping for a busy day, a self-massage can be very beneficial. Learn more about this traditional treatment at: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info...

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In india mothers and grandparents give oil massage to their children or grandchildren. My father use to gave us a good head massage of mustard oil.

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While watching this video I am also giving leg massage to my daughter...

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[@lf8238]

I started massaging with coconut oil after my showers recently, and it makes me feel wonderfully nourished and calm. It's fantastic!

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Coconut oil is d best

[@xetchrono2034]

I prefer ghee

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@@banyanbotanicals will you please include that the using of soap or whole body skin care or cleansing body skin..I'm confused when to use soap or oil or after oiling what to do...

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A great video for learning how to do self oil massage!

[@AnurvedaHealingFoods]

Awesome information and many people now have forgotten this practice in India.. but i remember my grandmother gave me a very good head massage every week..

[@jayaom4946]

Wow, that's amazing. What a nice loving way for you two to connect.

[@jayaom4946]

I once read a book about Indian baby massage and it is so wonderful to connect with the baby. I was amazed at how the child changes with massages! I slipped away from it with my third son but I think I will try again. He's 3 now and still is excited about the chance to get a massage! I loved how they had a pattern, that helped me know what to do and the child to relax.

[@banyanbotanicals]

That is so beautiful!! 😍😍😍

[@renatara9026]

Thank you for this interesting video about self massage.

[@christinewiedman576]

What a wonderful and clear introduction to this practice! Thank you! I did my first massage this morning before viewing this video, and now that I've viewed the video, I can clearly see how to do the various movements. Can't wait 'til tomorrow morning and follow these instructions. Love the tip about apply shampoo before wetting hair.

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Hello Christine

[@mautweety9986]

Oil massage is very very important in life.I have been doing oil massage from childhood with mustard oil. Wonderful way to live a healthy life.

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[@taragolden]

thanks for the video. i am going to try it.

[@dertli9]

Dhanyavaad. Thank you so much. Watching this video I can now do massage at home too ! As a Keralite who has always accessed Ayurvedic treatment while growing up in India, I find that living here in the States now for 53 years, the only way I am managing an active life is because of continuing that life style that includes oil massages. I wish more massage salons would take up Ayurvedic massage techniques and use dosha oriented herbal oils.

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thank you for watching Vasanti, and for sharing your valuable experience! So glad you found this video useful. Hopefully as Ayurvedic wisdom continues to spread, these treatments will become more available to us here in the west. In the meantime, self-massage is an incredible tool that is right in our own hands and available anytime we need it!

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@@shankarcg786 Rightly Said! I from Bihar 🇮🇳 & here we say ghar ki murgi dal barabar! It means we don't value much to the things & people in our home

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Thank you brave woman

[@imdead3468]

liked self massage.14yrs boy & 2yrs,3.5yrs two girls my life is robotic. Masha Allah such a big house,3 kids,dusting , cooking,cleaning,feeding (day-night)if any 1 goes ill ,l don't get time to comb hair.But Shukrealhamdulillah, tried.Its nice,quite releaf.

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Why do you have so many children if you complain you have no time for yourself. These days we are lucky there are contraceptives. It's your choice.

[@msmarooshka]

Thank you for the silky instructional, this is just what my achy joints and body need!!!

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[@bdotashu]

Thank you for this amazingly helpful video. Seems like loving yourself needs some efforts and priorities to be dealt with. 💞🙏🏼

[@banyanbotanicals]

Yes! Self-love is key!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@wesley5518]

Thank You

[@MsCottonSun]

Was soothing just to watch! A woman with beautiful skin recommended this

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thank you! We're glad it was soothing for you! 🙏🙏

[@-V33-]

thank you very much for this video, it was definitely helpful!

[@shaheensaliahmohamed6895]

Lovely! I incorporated this practice everymornign right before my asana practice. Its such a soothing way to wake up :) I use sesame oil with lavendar essential oils added to relax and balance. Would recommend this video on my blog!

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Watching this during this quarantine period is so helpful, thanks for sharing

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Glad it was helpful!

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[@7Donna77]

What a beautiful video. Thank you. Abhyanga is great.

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thank you for your sweet feedback!

[@lidiyaal1628]

Thank you 🙏 for this beautiful and lovely healthy 💆‍♀️ massage.

[@banyanbotanicals]

Our pleasure.

[@rajathalyal7100]

Thanks for sharing this unique idea of indian origin

[@banyanbotanicals]

You're welcome!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@RosaleedelaForet]

Beautiful video! I'll be referring my clients here often.

[@westyjames]

wow such an awesome self massage. i have been wanting to start this for so long now as well as dry brushing...thank you for the video, it is so informative. loved it! liked/subscribed

[@JanaSzabo]

Beautiful instructional video on Abhyanga, thank you.

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[@SpaceEag11]

Castrol oil massage and shower using soapnut powder works excellent. Regular practice in India.

[@Frankie_63]

Came back to this video for the third time because I'm about to try it for the first time ✨

[@banyanbotanicals]

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[@anandam19]

Really nice and detailed demonstration....

[@priti7524]

Thank you. Grateful.

[@banyanbotanicals]

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[@MsLima82]

Watching itself was so relaxing! Am going to do tomorrow

[@banyanbotanicals]

Wonderful! Self massage = self love!

[@RakeshKumar-cu2iz]

Great video . God bless you.

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thank you! 💚

[@krishankumaragarwal8691]

Thanks sister for dedication Harekrishna radheyradhey madhur ishwariya yaad

[@banyanbotanicals]

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[@banyanbotanicals]

You are so welcome!!!

[@TheSaneHatter]

I just did this for the first time, tonight, improvising with some sesame & rosemary oil. The scalp massage was particularly helpful: my hair's never felt cleaner!

[@mohdahmed7731]

Can I use olive oil

[@banyanbotanicals]

You could definitely try it out with olive oil! Olive oil is considered in Ayurveda to be pacifying for the vata dosha, and is actually one of the ingredients in our Vata Massage oil. You can find that oil here on our website: www.banyanbotanicals.com/vata-massage-oil/

[@elizabethmeraki7268]

Such a wonderful and inspiring video. Clear, concise and applicable. Thanks so much! :)

[@banyanbotanicals]

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Thank u so much Good information

[@banyanbotanicals]

You're welcome! We're glad you found our video to be helpful!

[@NavjotKaur-cy4jf]

Thats the best video on how to do massage. we must always stroke towards the heart encouraging venous blood return to the heart so that all the bad things in your blood can be removed. while stroking away can impede venous flow 🙌🏻 💖

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thank you! That's a great tip! 💚

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[@SirenoftheVoid]

Among all the Ayurvedic channels i watched,yours feels best as you feel less serious,more compassionate. I find it really soothing how much more feeling there is in your videos. Also,the simplicity is appreciated,less unnerving for me. I focus on the feet myself,as they are thin and cold a lot. How long do you massage each part? is a minute or two enough?

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that you're enjoying our videos, and we actually have a video dedicated to massaging the feet that you might find helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKC5q2p3q7GsmMk

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Thank you so much

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Thank you for this wonderful video:)

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Thank you! I loved your oil massage lessons!

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You're so welcome! Glad you enjoyed them!

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Thanks for such a good tut!

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Relaxing

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Thank you 🙏 Watching itself is so calming ✨ Best Self care Practice ♥️

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The belly massage is told very properly and with caution. Thank you

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Can you please tell what background music you're using in this video? I love it!

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[@gauravvvvv]

Yup... Helpful... Also u can add a little bit of oil/ghee while sleeping in nighttime.. It also has wide range of benefits

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[@jkaur9123]

Thank you, a very useful video. though i am pretty confused, in some ayuveda texts/videos it says you shouldn't massage the head and body together, on others it's not too fussed, can you explain to me why this is? thank you🙏😊

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The neti pot video is also wonderful! An instructional video about shirodhara could be helpful.

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Glad it was helpful!

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What is the music playing along with this video? I am having trouble finding this perfect balance of ambient/indian/electronic music. Thanks!!

[@banyanbotanicals]

Hi Trevor! We're glad you liked the music! Unfortunately it has been a while since this video was made and we no longer remember the sound file, but it was likely a purchased stock music file that we felt fit the theme of the video.

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Use ravishankar sitar music it is perfect indian karnatic music to soothes one's mind and body

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Can I apply coconut oil ??

[@karlagarcia1851]

My great grandmother would massage my hands and head. Also my mother. And I massage my babies every day after shower. To relax them. Especially if colicky.

[@banyanbotanicals]

What a beautiful, loving practice!

[@pallavisrivastava4553]

Which oil you are using?

[@learnlanguageswithyogee9509]

I feel getting a massage done would be more relaxing...

[@banyanbotanicals]

Getting a professional massage is definitely very relaxing, but self-massage is about more than just relaxation. It is a form of self-care that promotes healthy circulation, and can be incorporated into a grounding and balancing daily routine. We have a page highlighting more of the benefits of self-massage that you can read here: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/lifestyle/self-oil-massage/

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[@cat-tzu1234]

Yes. Very nice. One point that is not mentioned: after showering, you have to clean the shower floor, because some of the oil will be washed off by the water and remain on the floor.

[@banyanbotanicals]

Wonderful point! Thank you for sharing your valuable insights 💚

[@trixie2568]

Thanks for making that point. I find the tub very slippery afterward. Also, what if we don't wash our hair daily? Should we just skip the scalp massage on non wash days?

[@yogisomaiya407]

I use sesame oil for body and coconut oil for hair. Which oil do you use. It's glad to see you practicing our ancient Indian science.🙂

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thanks for commenting! The right oil depends on one's primary dosha and state of balance, but we generally recommend our Daily Massage Oil as a good place to start. It has a base of sesame and coconut oils, along with herbs that help make it a good tridoshic choice. www.banyanbotanicals.com/daily-massage-oil/

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[@Thea-gl9nx]

Hi! I have a question regarding to a tip you have given at the end of the video. You mentioned to apply shampoo before wetting your hair. I assume this is to get all he oils from the massage out first and then dilute it with water to continue the washing. But if this is the case, it means we need to shower AFTER doing this self massage. But if what I assumed is the case, why would we do this on uncleaned body? Or we need to just wash our body first, do this massage, and then wash the hair ?

[@banyanb.8953]

Hi Ckdia, thanks for asking! It is not necessary to shower before applying oil, because oil is actually helpful in cleaning the body. Some argue that oil is more skilled at cleansing and balancing the hydration of your skin than water, and it is a closer match to the skin’s natural outer layer. You can read more about it here on our website: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/blog-the-banyan-insight/details/why-you-should-wash-your-face-with-oil-instead-of-water Also, this article goes more in-depth into the practice of dry shampooing to help wash the oil out of one's hair: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/blog-the-banyan-insight/details/how-to-get-oil-out-of-your-hair

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Banyan B. Thank you very much for replying!! I will check these articles out!

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I wish you'd make more videos like this.

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thanks! We're working on getting some more videos out. Is there anything in particular you'd like to see?

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[@banyanbotanicals]

You're welcome 😊

[@treespeak2848]

If you're almost evenly split between two doshas, do you alternate oils made for each constitution? Or, what do you suggest?

[@banyanbotanicals]

As a general guideline, we recommend focusing on the time of year and your surrounding elements. In Ayurveda, there is a season that corresponds with each dosha. Fall and Early Winter are considered Vata Season, Late Winter/Early Spring are Kapha Season, and Late Spring and Summer are Pitta Season. Therefore, if you are Vata Pitta, it might be wise to use warmer oils like Sesame during fall and winter, and once the weather starts to heat up, to switch over to something more cooling like Coconut. For more information on managing a dual constitution we recommend visiting: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/prakriti-quiz

[@SRBOMBONICA86]

please can you reccomend some other warming oils instead sesame,I cant find that one in my country

[@banyanbotanicals]

Good question! Some other oils that Ayurveda considers energetically warming are almond and olive oils. You might also try ghee, which is excellent for moisture.

[@lilycarolyn4Christ]

Thank you for the Video can you tell me the oil your using

[@banyanbotanicals]

www.banyanbotanicals.com/daily-massage-oil/

[@didasinan9669]

Hello and thank you. What would be best oil for spider vains ?

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thanks for watching! There are many great Ayurvedic massage oils out there with a wide range of benefits, but the topic of spider veins is outside of our scope of knowledge. We recommend working with an Ayurvedic practitioner or dermatologist to find the best course of treatment for spider veins.

[@mandeepbhullar2555]

Many thanks for sharing this video.How often we should do this massage and is it compulsory to get bath after that?what is the best time for this? Thanks 😊

[@banyanbotanicals]

You can do self-massage daily if you desire! If you don't use a lot of oil, you don't have to bathe after, but a nice hot bath after a massage can be extra soothing on sore and tired muscles. Check out our guide here: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/lifestyle/self-oil-massage/

[@anuthepro]

Hi! Would you recommend abhyanga in the summer when it's already hot and humid? If yes, what time of the day and with which oil? PS: I live in a very hot and humid part of India

[@banyanbotanicals]

Yes, you can do abhyanga during the summer. Use a cooling oil like coconut and maybe do it at night when it is cooler. You can also focus the massage on just the parts of your body that needs attention.

[@aulivia5046]

Do we wash our hair daily?

[@kionaespinosa6801]

I love doing this type of massage it really helps me relax but what should I do about the pimples I get on my back from it? I shower afterwards and use soap. I’m using grape seed oil at the moment. Would you have any advice on how to avoid congesting the skins while doing this massage?

[@banyanbotanicals]

Hi Kiona, I would try exfoliating that area and see if that improves! You could also try dry brushing www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/blog-the-banyan-insight/details/what-is-ayurvedic-dry-massage-and-why-you-should-try-it/

[@infoDecor101]

Which one is most beneficial lubricant for massage? Oil or Cream? In terms of tonning muscles, rejuvenation and overall health benefits. Please answer in details

[@banyanbotanicals]

Hi Pasha! While certain creams can be moisturizing, oil has a better effect on the body in the ways you mentioned. Oil has a special affinity for the skin due to its thicker texture and hydrating properties. You can learn more on our website: www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/ayurvedic-living/living-ayurveda/lifestyle/self-oil-massage

[@kritisingh7473]

In our country India its a very common pratice

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[@Jayalakshmi-cs5nz]

Nice

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thanks 💚

[@ramyanagashree]

Thank you for this highly informative video. How often should this be done if it's not possible to do everyday?

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thank you for tuning in! Creating a habit to practice abhyanga regularly is the most supportive. Daily can be too daunting for many, but whatever you can manage in your daily, weekly, or monthly schedule for regular frequency will be best for you.

[@ramyanagashree]

@@banyanbotanicals Thank you 🙏

[@farhanawazirshaikh9977]

What’s the perfect time to do? I mean does this helps sleeping or getting up?

[@banyanbotanicals]

Many people find abhyanga very relaxing and so prefer to do it before bed. Others do it after working out, or a quick one to energize for the day. Play around and find what is best for you!

[@Frankie_63]

What's the reason for applying shampoo before wetting the hair?

[@banyanbotanicals]

Great question! The shampoo will more readily cling to the added oils in the hair if done prior to wetting. Otherwise, it will only lather with the water and won't release as much oil from the hair.

[@priyanksharma3964]

This is what Hinduism gave to the world.

[@ashwiniramesh1621]

Not Hinduism gave it.... Bharat (india) gave it to the world... remember

[@madhuram8005]

I was advised to start my hair wash with wetting my oiled hair but you say the contrary. Can you explain?

[@banyanbotanicals]

Thanks for asking! In our experience, applying shampoo before getting hair wet is more effective at removing the oil. However, we understand that that isn't always the case with everyone and encourage you to experiment with it and find what works for you.

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[@namitha_prakashan]

Really informative one.... Well.. how many times a week should one do this??

[@banyanbotanicals]

Abhyanga can be practiced daily. It is recommended to skip this practice during menstruation and pregnancy.