Huile Abhyanga
Shiroabhyanga Oil
Shiroabhyanga is the oil massage of the head: scalp, hairline, temples. The Ashtanga Hridayam lists daily oiling of the head among the practices of Dinacharya, the classical daily routine, and generations have kept the habit. Ten quiet minutes with warm oil, usually before bathing.
Ingrédients
Sesamum indicum Seed Oil, Cocos nucifera Oil, Prunus dulcis Oil, Ricinus communis Seed Oil, Phyllanthus emblica Fruit Extract*, Hibiscus rosa-sinensis Flower Extract*, Acacia concinna Fruit Extract*, Eclipta prostrata Leaf Extract*, Allium cepa Bulb Extract*, Glycyrrhiza glabra Root Extract*, Bacopa monnieri Extract*, Melaleuca alternifolia Leaf Oil, Mentha piperita Oil, Eucalyptus globulus Leaf Oil, Rosmarinus officinalis Leaf Oil, Lavandula angustifolia Oil. *Infused in carrier oil base. Contains sesame and tree nuts (almond).
Shiroabhyanga Oil
The oil for it needs body. This one is built on sesame, coconut, sweet almond and castor oil, and carries the herbs the tradition reaches for first for hair: Amla (Phyllanthus emblica), Bhringraj (Eclipta prostrata), Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri), hibiscus flower, Shikakai (Acacia concinna) and liquorice root. Rosemary, lavender, eucalyptus and peppermint give it a clean herbal scent.
Warm a small amount, apply to the scalp and massage in slow circles for ten to fifteen minutes. Leave in for half an hour or overnight, then wash thoroughly. Contains sesame, almond oil and natural essential oils, so it is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. A patch test is sensible for sensitive skin.
For external use only. Not a substitute for professional medical advice.
