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Shirodhara - Third Eye Therapy

* The Most Popular Therapy in Ayurveda.

Ayurveda - Shirodhara - Third Eye Therapy

Experience the most divine ancient Ayurvedic ritual to rest and calm the mind at Ayurveda Wellness Center & Holistic Spa - Shirodhara. A steady flow of warm oil onto the forehead stimulates the pituitary gland, or "third-eye." This is one of the most divine therapies, awakening your body’s intuitive knowledge.

"Shiro," means head, and "dhara" is the continuous flow of a liquid. In this process, warm herbal oils, milk or buttermilk, or decoctions are poured in a slow steady stream on your forehead. This treatment is profoundly relaxing, nourishing. It will improve your  mental clarity and comprehension.

Benefits of Shirodhara

  • Stimulates the 3rd eye and crown chakras, and awakens intuition and inner wisdom
  • Relieves stress, anxiety, depression, and insomnia through natural serotonin, dopamine, and melatonin release
  • Helps mental focus and concentration
  • Balances VATA DOSHA
  • Works on the cerebral system, helps to relax the nervous system, and balances the 'Praan Vaayu' (life force energy) around the head
  • Improves the sensitivity of five senses
  • Reduces and relieves migraine headaches
  • Decreases hair loss and fatigue and makes one calm and refreshed
  • Deeply relaxes mind and body
  • Releases negative emotions and thought patterns.
  • Improves sleep patterns
  • Rejuvenates the entire face and softens worry lines
  • Heightens the senses
  • Increases spiritual awareness
  • Pacifies vata reducing anxiety, restlessness, irritability, nervousness, fear & excessive thinking
  • Improves mental focus and concentration.

These benefits are further enhanced after a massage or Abhyanga, when the body is already relaxed and in a receptive state.

Duration and Cost of Shirodhara

Duration:  60 minutes, includes head, face, and neck therapy with warm, herbal oil

Cost: $85

Discounted Cost: 3 sessions - $30 discount

Duration: 2 hours

Cost: $185, includes Saravanga Abhyanga warm oil therapy(add a 15-minute Steam Therapy for a total of $200)

Discounted Cost: 3 sessions - $50 discount

Add-on Packages

    • Add Holistic Healing for Head and/or Lustrous Hair Therapy stimulating hair growth: $30
    • Add a relaxing mini Pedi Karma, Holistic Healing for Feet: $30

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