Thailam
Nimbamruthadi Eranda Thailam
Nimbamruthadi Eranda Thailam is a classical Ayurvedic body oil cooked on an Eranda (castor) base rather than the sesame base used for most Thailam, the medicated oils of Ayurveda. Its name draws on Nimba, the classical name for neem, and Amrita, one of the classical names for Guduchi. Both are counted among the bitter herbs of Ayurveda.
Nimbamruthadi Eranda Thailam
- Cooked on an Eranda (castor) base, heavier and slower to pour than a sesame Thailam
- Named for Nimba and Amrita, both counted among the bitter herbs of classical Ayurveda
- Prepared by the classical Sneha Paka method of long, low cooking
- Traditionally used in Ayurveda as part of Dinacharya, the daily routine
- Intended for the body rather than the face
How to use
Stand the closed bottle in warm water for a minute or two. Pour a small quantity into the palm and work it into the skin of the body with long, slow strokes. Leave it in place for twenty to thirty minutes, then bathe in warm water. Not intended for the face. Keep away from the eyes. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or under medical care, speak to your doctor or a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner before use. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
