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Mahanarayana Thailam
Classical Ayurvedic Body Oil
Vata Balancing
£21.00
Mahanarayana Thailam is among the most esteemed medicated oils in classical Ayurveda, referenced in the Sahasrayogam and Bhaishajya Ratnavali.
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Ingredients
Aegle Marmelos (Bael) Root Bark, Withania Somnifera (Ashwagandha) Root, Solanum Indicum (Indian Nightshade) Root, Tribulus Terrestris (Gokshura) Fruit, Oroxylum Indicum (Indian Trumpet Tree) Root Bark, Sida Cordifolia (Bala) Root, Erythrina Variegata (Indian Coral Tree) Bark, Solanum Xanthocarpum (Yellow-Berried Nightshade) Whole Plant, Boerhavia Diffusa (Punarnava) Root, Abutilon Indicum (Indian Mallow) Root, Premna Corymbosa (Premna) Root Bark, Paederia Foetida (Skunk Vine) Whole Plant, Stereospermum Colais (Patala) Root Bark, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Shellac, Alpinia Galanga (Galangal) Root, Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Fruit, Cedrus Deodara (Deodar Cedar) Wood, Pseudarthria Viscida (Salaparni) Root, Desmodium Gangeticum (Shalaparni) Root, Vigna Pilosa (Mudgaparni) Seed, Vigna Radiata (Mung Bean) Seed, Mesua Ferrea (Nagkesar) Flower, Sodium Chloride, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root, Parmelia Perlata (Stone Flower) Thallus, Elettaria Cardamomum (Cardamom) Seed, Rubia Cordifolia (Manjistha) Root, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root, Cyperus Rotundus (Nutgrass) Root, Cinnamomum Tamala (Indian Bay Leaf) Leaf, Cinnamomum Verum (Cinnamon) Bark, Ipomoea Mauritiana (Vidari) Root, Asparagus Racemosus (Shatavari) Root, Curculigo Orchioides (Black Musli) Root, Coleus Vettiveroides (Hrivera) Root, Butea Monosperma (Flame of the Forest) Flower, Cinnamomum Camphora (Camphor) Bark, Cinnamal, Eugenol, Linalool, Coumarin, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene
Mahanarayana Thailam Benefits
Prepared through the patient Sneha Paka method, this warming oil has long been valued in traditional practice to nourish and support a Vata-predominant constitution during daily self-care.
Traditionally suited for:
- Daily Abhyanga self-massage practice
- Vata-predominant constitutions
- Cooler autumn and winter seasons
- Post-exercise body care and recovery rituals
How to use
For Abhyanga (full body massage)
- Warm the oil by standing the bottle in warm water for a few minutes.
- Apply generously to the whole body.
- Use long strokes along the limbs and circular motions around the joints.
- Massage the abdomen gently in a clockwise direction.
- Include the scalp, ears and soles of the feet.
- Allow 15 to 20 minutes for the oil to absorb.
- Follow with a warm shower or bath.
For targeted use
Apply a small amount to the chosen area and massage gently until absorbed.
Recommended frequency
Daily use is the traditional practice. For maintenance, use two to three times a week.
Important
- For external use only.
- Warm gently, do not microwave.
- Take care in the shower, as oil can make surfaces slippery.
Learn more about Mahanarayana Thailam
What is Mahanarayana Thailam?
Mahanarayana Thailam is a classical Ayurvedic body oil prepared from a large blend of herbs in a sesame oil base by the traditional Sneha Paka method. Documented in the Sahasrayogam and Bhaishajya Ratnavali, Art of Vedas offers Mahanarayana Thailam as a warming oil for Abhyanga.
What is Mahanarayana Thailam used for?
Mahanarayana Thailam is traditionally used for Abhyanga focused on the joints and muscles. It is valued in Ayurveda for balancing Vata and for a warming, strengthening massage that leaves the body supple and at ease.
How do I use Mahanarayana Thailam for joint and muscle massage?
Warm the Mahanarayana Thailam, then massage it into the joints and muscles using circular motions around the joints and long strokes along the limbs. Allow it to absorb for a few minutes before a warm bath. For external use.
Which Dosha is Mahanarayana Thailam best for?
Mahanarayana Thailam is traditionally considered best for balancing Vata, the Dosha most associated with movement and the joints. Its warming sesame base makes it well suited to the Vata season.
Can I use Mahanarayana Thailam every day?
Yes. A daily Abhyanga with Mahanarayana Thailam is part of Dinacharya, the classical daily routine, and is especially welcome during the cooler Vata months of autumn and winter.
Is Mahanarayana Thailam suitable after exercise or activity?
Mahanarayana Thailam is traditionally valued for soothing and warming the muscles and joints, which makes it a popular choice as part of a recovery ritual after exercise or an active day. For external use.
What is the difference between Mahanarayana Thailam and Dhanwantharam Thailam?
Both are classical Vata oils for Abhyanga. Mahanarayana Thailam is the traditional choice for focused massage of the joints and muscles, while Dhanwantharam Thailam is favoured as a gentler, grounding oil for everyday and postnatal care.
Can Mahanarayana Thailam be used for a full-body massage?
Yes. Mahanarayana Thailam is a warming full-body Abhyanga oil. Apply it from the scalp downward with long strokes, giving extra attention to the joints, then allow it to absorb before bathing.
What are the ingredients in Mahanarayana Thailam, and how should it be stored?
Mahanarayana Thailam is prepared in a sesame oil base with a large classical blend of herbs including Bala, Ashwagandha and Bilva, without synthetic fragrance or colour. Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, and warm gently if it thickens.
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