Our current lifestyle is far too busy and chaotic for us to be able to relax, rejuvenate, and be filled with a sense of balance. But Laavanya Luxury Ayurveda, in Lazimpat, aims to do just that. This skin care line is based on ancient Ayurvedic system of beauty that is holistic and purely natural.
The founder, Shweta Upadhyaya, aims to support local farmers, suppliers, manufacturers, and artisans through this initiative. The Week caught up with Niha Pandey, sales development manager at Laavanya Luxury Ayurveda, to know more about the services provided by this store.
Promoting Collaboration in Ayurveda between Nepal and India
“All ingredients here are from the Himalayan region of Nepal and each product is formulated with the help of renowned Vaidyas (Ayurvedic Doctors),” she says. Here, she talks about some basic services at Laavanya’s that you can indulge in to pamper yourself this summer for glowing skin and healthy hair whilst letting go of your worries, albeit for a little while.
Head massage
Shiro Abhyanga or Ayurvedic head massage with special oil will leave you feeling refreshed and clear headed. This massage is 45 minutes long and focuses on shoulders, neck, face and head –areas that are most vulnerable to stress and tension. This head massage consists of oiling the head that is also known as “Moordha Taila.” Amla, coconut and camphor are used for cooling while amla, reetha and fenugreek in mustard oil are used for warm head massages. Japakusum and bhringaraj oil massage is especially designed to prevent hair loss.
Benefits
It nourishes, strengthens and lubricates the skin of the scalp and the hair root preventing premature graying and hair loss.
Plays an effective role in maintaining eyesight and hearing.
Facilitates blood circulation to the head and relaxes the muscle and nerve fibers.
Helps in refreshing both mind and body.
Enables the circulation of spinal fluid around the brain and spinal cord.
Releases hormones and enzymes necessary for the growth of brain and relaxation of body.
Foot massage
Also known as Padabhyanga, this foot massage has an incredibly special place within the Ayurvedic tradition. The massage service includes soaking and massaging of the feet. The marma or the vital points of the feet are massaged very carefully. It is extremely helpful for people with insomnia, fatigue, and cramps. There are two kinds of foot massage services: The cooling massage consists of minty foot soak and scrub infused with cooling herbs and the warming foot massage is done with Laavanya salt soak and scrub which also includes warming herbal oils as well.
Benefits
Helps to keep your mind calm.
Enables in maintaining eyesight and hearing.
Promotes quality sleep.
Improves peripheral circulation of blood.
Alleviates foot pain, improves muscle tone and nourishes the skin.
Helps to prevent Sciatica which causes leg pain, numbness, tingling or weakness that originates in the lower back and travels down to the sciatic nerve in the back of each leg.
Facial services
Laavanya also provides an array of facial services for various skin types. This will help you counter numerous skin problems. Varnya facial is especially designed for glow and radiance. Laavanya homemade cleansing milk and powder, followed by steam with Lavender essential oil, and mukha kantibardhak powder, toner, rose water mist and radiance cream are used in this facial massage.
Vyanga nashak facial for the duration of 70 minutes is suitable for hyper-pigmented skin type. The face is thoroughly cleansed with Laavanya homemade cleansing milk followed by a nourishing cream massage. Steam is provided with sandalwood essential oil with mukha kantibardhak powder.
Yuvan pidaka nashak facial helps to cure and prevent acne. Anti-aging facial named Valiya nashak comprises of anti-ageing mask, deep nourishing and serum massage, steam with blend of sandalwood essential oil and lavender essential oil. Likewise, there are facials for dry skin which comprise of warm oil massage, Laavanya homemade scrub with honey and butter, ubtan with yogurt, steam with rose essential oil and deep nourishing cream massage followed by toner and rose water.
Benefits
Provides sufficient nourishment for the skin.
Helps reduces scars, acne and pimples.
Regulates blood circulation.
Cleanses, tones, exfoliates and moisturizes for healthy and glowing skin.
Prevents premature aging of skin.
Helps in combating harmful effects of harsh climate and pollution.
