Ksheerabala Thailam

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Classical Ayurvedic Nerve Oil

À partir de €21,00

€105,00 l

Le Ksheerabala Thailam est une formulation ayurvédique classique documentée dans l'Ashtanga Hridayam et le Sahasrayogam. Cette huile élégante à trois ingrédients, Bala (Sida cordifolia), lait de vache et huile de sésame, est traditionnellement considérée comme un tonique nerveux en Ayurveda. Préparé selon la méthode Ksheerapaka (traitement au lait), le Ksheerabala offre une qualité rafraîchissante et apaisante qui le distingue des huiles chauffantes comme le Mahanarayana. Particulièrement apprécié pour le Padabhyanga (massage des pieds) dans le cadre d'un rituel de relaxation du soir.

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INGRÉDIENTS

Sida cordifolia, lac, huile de sésame

Ksheerabala Thailam

Ksheerabala Thailam

À partir de €21,00

€105,00 l

À partir de €21,00

€105,00 l
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Ksheerabala Thailam holds a distinguished place in Ayurvedic tradition as the classical nerve tonic oil. Its name reveals its essence: Ksheera (milk) and Bala (Sida cordifolia, meaning "strength") combined in Thailam (oil). This simple yet powerful combination has been valued for over a thousand years for its calming, nourishing effects on the nervous system.

The formulation is documented in Ashtanga Hridayam, composed by the great physician Vagbhata, and in Sahasrayogam, the comprehensive Kerala formulary of over 1,000 classical preparations. Classical scholars attribute its discovery to Kerala's tradition of oil therapy, where practitioners observed that cooking Bala root in milk before processing in sesame oil enhanced both its potency and gentleness.

What distinguishes Ksheerabala from other classical Thailams is its Sheeta Virya — a cooling thermal quality. While Mahanarayana Thailam is warming and best suited for cold seasons and athletic recovery, Ksheerabala offers a gentle, cooling action that calms both Vata and Pitta doshas. This makes it particularly suitable for those with sensitive constitutions, during warmer months, or when seeking relaxation rather than invigoration.

In Ayurvedic pharmacology, Ksheerabala is classified as both Balya (strengthening) and Medhya (supporting mental clarity). The Bala herb nourishes Majja Dhatu — the tissue layer associated with the nervous system and bone marrow — while the milk processing (Ksheerapaka) softens and enhances the oil's penetrating quality.

Traditionally suited for:

  • Padabhyanga — foot massage before sleep as part of evening ritual
  • Shirodhara — the classical forehead oil flow therapy
  • Abhyanga — full-body massage for Vata constitution
  • Scalp massage to calm an overactive mind
  • Professional Panchakarma therapies
  • Daily self-care for those experiencing stress or restlessness

Comment utiliser Ksheerabala Thailam

  1. Warm the Oil: Gently warm the oil to a comfortable temperature. This enhances the oil's absorption and increases its effectiveness.
  2. Apply the Oil: Massage the oil gently onto the targeted areas. Focus on joints, muscles, and any areas affected by pain or stiffness. For nerve-related issues, apply along the spine and on the soles of the feet.
  3. Duration: Allow the oil to absorb into the skin for at least 30 minutes. For deeper therapeutic benefits, it can be left on for a few hours or overnight.
  4. Rinse Off: If desired, wash off the oil with warm water in the shower or during a bath.
  5. Frequency: Use regularly, ideally daily, to achieve the best results and maintain dosha balance.

Référence classique de l'Ayurveda

Ksheerabala Thailam is documented in the foundational Ayurvedic texts Ashtanga Hridayam (Vagbhata) and Sahasrayogam, the comprehensive Kerala formulary. The Sushruta Samhita also references preparations using this combination of ingredients.

Sanskrit: क्षीरबला तैलम् (Kṣīrabalā Tailam)

The name derives from: Kṣīra (क्षीर) meaning milk, Bala (बला) meaning strength (referring to Sida cordifolia), and Tailam (तैलम्) meaning oil.

This formulation is classified in Ayurvedic pharmacology as follows:

Rasa (Taste): Madhura (sweet)

Guna (Quality): Snigdha (unctuous), Guru (heavy), Mridu (soft)

Virya (Potency): Sheeta (cooling)

Vipaka (Post-digestive effect): Madhura (sweet)

Dosha: Pacifies Vata primarily; also balances Pitta. May increase Kapha in excess.

Karma (Actions): Balya (strengthening), Brimhana (nourishing), Vatahara (Vata-pacifying), Medhya (supporting mental clarity)

Dhatu Affinity: Majja (nervous tissue), Asthi (bone tissue), Mamsa (muscle tissue)

Classical texts specifically indicate Ksheerabala Thailam for Vatavyadhi (Vata disorders), as a nervine tonic, and for Panchakarma therapies including Abhyanga, Shirodhara, Pizhichil (oil bath), and Basti karma.

This information is from classical Ayurvedic texts for educational purposes. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner or healthcare provider for personalized guidance.