A Balm for every Season - by Spa Ceylon

Since time immemorial Asian well-being rituals have included the anointing of aromatic & medicinal balms for a myriad of purposes - from body pains to colds to coughs & even for relief from travel fatigue, poor health or just cold weather.

In the Indian subcontinent, balms infused with the goodness of powerful Ayurveda herbs & natural essential oils were a mainstay of day to day life in ancient times. In the Chinese regions the influence of traditional Chinese medicine gave way to powerful red coloured balms infused with pungent herbs native to that region.

Luckily for us, ancient Ayurveda pharmacopeia such as the “Charaka Samhitha” have carefully documented our traditional formulae to preserve them for the health & well-being of future generations.

Spa Ceylon Ayur Balms

The balm tradition lives on and even today, the use of Ayurveda balms is widespread in our regions. Inspired by the ancient manuscripts, Spa Ceylon’s Ayurveda balms are finely formulated only with 100% natural vegetal oils, purified bees wax, & certified organic essential oils – mostly extracted from herbs grown in Sri Lanka.

Peace - Soothing Balm

This powerful formula offers instant calming relief from migraine, headache, cold, chest congestion & sinus discomfort. Combines Cinnamon, Blackseed, Garden Mint, Clove & Citronella to soothe & calm the senses taking away daily stress, helping you find peace & tranquility.

Relax - Foot Relief Balm

Enriched with Peppermint, Lemongrass, Basil, Citronella & Camphor, this is a must have - for those with foot fatigue. Instantly cools, soothes & relieves tired, over-worked & swollen feet. Great for those long haul flights as it also helps soothe knee, calf & ankle stiffness.

Comfort - Relieving Balm

With the comforting aroma of fresh-cut lemongrass, this balm delivers fast action relief from muscular body pains, joint aches & sprains. Also enriched with Bergamot, Peppermint, Black Pepper & Eucalyptus, it also soothes soreness & muscle strain – great for the sporty types!  

Sleep - Calming Balm

This unique blend of Ylang Ylang, Lavender, Lemon & Patchouli works in synergy to help promote deep restful sleep. Best used at bed-time or when extremely tired or stressed, it instantly soothes, calms & relaxes your mind & body.  Gently inhale the aroma & apply finely on temples, behind ears & back of neck, then lie back & drift off!

Happy - Uplifting Balm

This unique feel-good balm is enriched with Orange, Lime, Spearmint, Rosemary & Patchouli to help refresh & invigorate the senses. Applied lightly on the temples, behind the ears & also lightly inhaled, it helps reduce anxiety, stress & discomfort, uplifting your mood & promoting positive energies.

Breathe – Traditional Inhaling Herbs

Taking you back to the era of snuff boxes & smelling salts, this traditional inhaler contains a special blend of dried therapeutic herbs infused with essential oils - to give your senses an instant wake-up! Deep inhale the herbal aromas directly from the jar, for quick relief from stress, headache, sinus & chest congestion.

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Tender Loving Care for Feet

Although you may end up with tired, painful feet at the end of the day, giving your feet some TLC – tender loving care - can transport you into realms of pleasure. Feet are one of the most sensual and sensitive parts of your body, and a loving touch applied here can be wonderfully relaxing, energizing or stimulating.

Self-treatment is wonderfully soothing. However, nothing you do to yourself can quite match the sensation of leaning back and letting someone else do the work. There is something utterly relaxing about having your feet massaged; tension seems to drain out of the whole body almost as though a tap had been opened. Perhaps because the feet are so far away from your head, it feels easy to let your mind release worries and anxieties too.  So, if you’ve got the time, check in to a good foot spa for an ayurveda foot ritual treatment that will soothe your spirits and restore your soul.

Simple self –Massage

Self-treatment is also great way of learning massage, because you have your own physical response to guide you. It is important to get yourself into a relaxed position; you should not need to twist your back or the knee in order to reach the foot. If you are comfortable, you will find it much easier to detect the subtle differences between different strokes and types of pressure, and your reactions to them. You will instantly know when you have got the technique right, and when your touch is sufficiently sensitive and pleasing.

Different Strokes

When giving yourself foot massage, take the opportunity to experiment. Try out different strokes, levels of pressure and combinations of the two. What you like can also change depending on your mood and the part of the foot being worked. As a general rule:

• Fast strokes are stimulating and energizing.
• Slow rhythmic strokes have a calming & relaxing effect.
• Deep pressure can be used to release muscular tension, relieve stress or to enhance vitality.

• Gentle pressure is soothing and has a calming effect on both your mind and your body.

Involve Your Partner

A relaxing foot massage is a wonderful gift to be able to offer others. It’s also worth persuading your partner to learn a short routine, so that you can benefit from it.  Anyone can learn simple massage strokes, even if they have never learned massage techniques before. Giving & receiving soothing foot massages with your partner is a great bonding experience and also means relationship enriching ‘quality time’ spent together.

Calming Movements

Incorporating a few extra movements, aromatic natural oils, cooling foot creams and even a mint scented relaxing foot soak helps to heighten the effects & convert your massage into a longer pamper treatment for the feet. Peppermint with Lemongrass (for cooling) and Ginger with Spice (for warming) are excellent soothing blends to use. Take some time to relax afterwards too – perhaps with a cup of herbal tea.

Start-up Massage

Ayurveda sages believed that a daily massage was one of the best ways of keeping the body healthy. Few of us have time for a full treatment, but a quick self-massage for the feet is a great way to start the day.  A simple foot massage can be designed to be relaxing yet invigorating – a real wake-up call.

Re-charge Time

Most of us don’t have enough time in our lives to relax and recharge. Ideally, we should stop and rest whenever we feel tired or low in energy, but we often need to keep going because of work, home or social commitments.  If you don’t have time to sneak into a good foot spa between your daily commitments, a home foot massage routine can be designed to soothe and revitalize at the same time. Use it as an instant pick-me-up whenever you happen to be - great for days when you can’t stop – but feel you can’t go on.

Silent Moments

When you are giving or receiving you home foot massage, try to work in silence – a few minutes of calm can help to increase the restorative effect of the massage.

Learn Massage

All that is needed for a simple self-massage treatment is an understanding of a few basic strokes.  After that, it is a matter of practice so that you become comfortable with the different techniques involved. 

A good night’s sleep - with Spa Ceylon

We all love sleep! Sleep is a relaxing, restful luxury that soothes the senses, calms the mind and heals the body. Yet, getting a good night’s sleep sometimes eludes most of us in this era of rushed modern urban lifestyles. Daily stress, the uncertainty of tomorrow, the internet, that great movie on cable or the agony of a break up – all these & more - keep us up at night. That’s why a good night’s sleep is becoming more and more a luxurious indulgence!

  

If you are one of those finding it difficult to get a good night’s sleep, a good bed-time routine certainly does help you to get to sleep faster & also to sleep well for longer. It is a part of what health professionals term as “sleep hygiene” and helps you to prepare psychologically & physically for sleep. A routine is a way of ordering simple daily tasks & behavioral patterns into a meaningful sequence. If you have great difficulty in establishing such a routine, it is best to seek help.

Good Sleep Hygiene Habits

Try to establish sleep hygiene habits that suit you and your needs. The following list of tips may help you:

• Avoid caffeine, tobacco and alcohol late in the day.
• Eat the last meal of the day at least 2 hours before bedtime.
• Cut down or avoid fluids at least an hour before bedtime.
• Avoid stimulating environments after sunset.
• Engage in exercise but avoid vigorous activity too close to bedtime.
• Don’t watch television in bed.
• Establish a bedtime routine
• Create a bedroom environment that enhances sleep.
• Go to bed only if you are sleepy.
• Don’t worry in bed; try to think relaxing thoughts.
• If you can’t get to sleep within 15-20 minutes, get out of bed and do a quiet activity until you’re sleepy.
• Get up at the same time every day.
• Avoid day time naps.
• Take a warm relaxing bath or shower before bed time.
• Give yourself time to relax before retiring and use relaxation techniques.

 

Relaxation Techniques

Relaxation is an important part of preparing for sleep, but there is no best way – you must choose what suits you. There are many forms of relaxation therapy & most are easy for you to do yourself. Progressive muscle relaxation is one useful technique, where you tense and then relax different muscle groups in turn. Some people find listening to soothing music or relaxation tapes helpful.  A long warm bath or shower with relaxing aroma oils before bed-time also helps you unwind, so that your mind & body are at ease, helping you to drift-off to sleep faster.

Spa Ceylon Sleep Therapy

Spa Ceylon has developed a new range of bath & body care formulae specifically designed to help you relax, unwind & soothe your senses - giving you wonderfully peaceful sleep within 15 to 30 minutes after application.  The range combines Ayurveda & aromatherapy to deliver the god given natural benefits of aromatic herbs to help enrich your life. 

Pure Essential Oils

The secret to the calming action is the unique combination of organic essential oils of lavender, ylang ylang, patchouli, lemon & lime – blended to perfection, creating a total sensory experience for your body & mind.

Best of Nature

The products are also enriched with organically grown aloe vera, nutrient-rich virgin coconut oil, avocado, olive and other herbs to deliver overnight moisturizing hydration, nourishment & protection to your skin.

The range includes calming bath soak, bath & shower gel, bath & massage oil, hydrating body butter, body milk, aroma essential oil blend, body & pillow mist & aromatic natural candles & travel sets as well.

Check out the Spa Ceylon Sleep Therapy range and send us your comments to advisor@spaceylon.com or call 5763000 for more details. Spa Ceylon wishes you a good night’s sleep!

Royal Hair Rituals by Spa Ceylon

Women of the Royal courts of our Indian sub-continent were especially renowned for their dark, thick and lustrous locks, emphasizing how we have always treasured glowing beautiful hair as an integral sign of an individual’s health & beauty.

In fact, they are said to have hand blended fresh plants, fruits and herbs and applied them directly to their hair for centuries. Ancient Ayurveda texts contain numerous references to treatments, rinses, lotions, infusions & pastes for beautifying, strengthening and improving hair health.  Today Spa Ceylon Ayurveda captures these traditional practices in their range of luxuriously indulgent aromatic natural formulae, delivering a royal pampering experience for your hair & scalp.

Head Massage

In addition to pampering, Ayurveda head massage affects not only the immediate areas massaged; it is a healing, rejuvenating and thoroughly stimulating experience as well. These rituals not only cover your head, but also the upper back, shoulders, neck, scalp & face too. In much the same way that Traditional Chinese Medicine dictates that certain points on the feet are directly aligned to internal organs, Ayurveda texts relate certain parts of the head to other body parts and symptoms or diseases. Extending from 30 to 60 minutes, Ayurveda head massages are also great to improve hair growth, reduce hair loss & condition hair, as well as calm & soothe the nervous system, as hair roots are connected to nerve fibers.

The choice of oil plays a very important role in any head massage.  Traditional Ayurveda formulations of scalp & hair treatment oils help to cool, soothe, nourish & treat a range of scalp, hair & health problems, while Aromaveda scalp massage oils blended with natural essential oils help to calm, relax & balance your senses as well as soften, nourish & fragrance your hair. The choice of oils should be according to your dosha type and your hair & scalp needs. Choose from cooling Aloe Vera Water grass, soothing Neroli Jasmine or warming Sandalwood Vetiver to enjoy a greatly relaxing head & scalp massage.

 

Hair Fragrance

Wearing fragrant flowers for special occasions and scenting the hair with incense while it is being dried are traditions that have been practiced by Indian womenfolk to perfume their hair for centuries.  Burning charcoal mixed with frankincense was the ancient equivalent of a hair dryer - it helped with drying the hair, imparting fragrance & preventing hair problems.  Luxurious pampering from a bygone era, the ritual of hair fragrance is adapted to modern lifestyles with Spa Ceylon’s easy absorbent light hair oil mists finely perfumed with essential oils - to pamper & protect.

Spa Ceylon Hair Care

Spa Ceylon’s hair spa range is enriched with 100% natural Ayurveda herbs & pure organic essential oils to restore scalp & hair balance. Formulated in 3dosha specific variants - Neroli Jasmine (Vaatha), Aloe Vera Water grass (Piththa) & Sandalwood Vetiver (Kapha). Choose from Scalp & Hair Cleansers, Hair Conditioners, Scalp & Hair Treatment Oils, Scalp Massage Oils & Hair Oil Mists - to treat soothe calm & balance your body, mind & soul.

Talk to Spa Ceylon on (94) 11 5544398 or log on to www.spaceylon.com

S.O.S! Skin Rescue by Spa Ceylon

Extreme weather - both hot & cold, constant weather changes & even the monsoon rains – play havoc on your skin, leaving skin dry, parched & even chapped. Dry skin when left unattended, can result in rough, discoloured, blistered & even thickened skin.  So be aware & take care to protect your skin during bad weather.

Spa Ceylon has just introduced a range of 100% natural Skin Rescue Balms for complete 24/7 top to toe care of your skin. Packed with nutrient natural oils & fragranced only with pure organic essential oils, these targeted intensive treatments for specific skin problems help protect your skin from extreme weather, while working to restore, revive & rejuvenate – so you can have silky smooth beautiful skin – naturally!

LEMONGRASS GRAPEFRUIT - Knees & Elbows Treatment Balm

Specially designed for dry, rough & discoloured skin on elbows & knees, this balm is enriched with vitamin rich Virgin Coconut, Rice Bran & Soya to help nourish & hydrate, while Almond & Organic Aloe Vera helps soften & smoothen skin. Grapefruit & Mandarin essential oils help lighten skin, while Lemongrass helps calm & refresh the senses.

Try these great ways to use this balm to rescue the skin on knees & elbows:

• Use as a targeted treatment on elbows, knees & toes for instant softness.

• Heat up in hands & use as a massage balm for fatigued muscles & joints.

• Apply to shaved legs to enjoy its extra softening and soothing properties.

• Rub on mosquito bites to soothe &reduce itching and swelling.

• Drop a few tablespoons of Balm in hot bath water for a moisturizing soak.

• Apply to fading scars &burns to speed up healing time.

CARDAMOM ROSE - Nail & Cuticle Treatment Balm

•  Use on nails & cuticles, for stronger, shiny, healthy looking nails.

• Put it on top of nails after a manicure to make the paint colour shiny and luminous.

• Apply generously to hands before bed and cover with gloves for a deeply hydrating treatment overnight.

• Apply to paper cuts so that they are instantly soothed &leave no scars.

• Use as a hand cream or lotion base for extra moisturizing the hands.

ALOE VERA LEMON MINT - Cracked Heel Treatment Balm

• Apply liberally on heels to soothe & treat cracked heels.

• Use on dry feet before putting on workout shoes, as the heat from the exercise helps the nourishing oils soak in better, leaving feet extra-soft.

• Apply on feet before slipping into shoes to keep them hydrated and protect them from blisters.

• Apply generously to feet before bed and cover with cotton socks for a deeply hydrating treatment overnight.

• Use as a Foot cream base for extra moisturizing the feet

NEROLI ORANGE - Dry Skin Treatment Balm

• Try these tips to get body beautiful with this balm:

• Use as a sun-soother, to calm dry, itchy sun exposed skin after a day at the beach or the pool.

• If pregnant, apply to belly to reduce & prevent stretch marks.

• Massage all over body for a spa like massage experience.

• Soothe razor burn irritation by applying a very thin layer on the skin.

•  Apply as a nighttime moisturizer or deeply hydrating mask for your neck.

•  Apply to ears in winter when they burn because of the cold weather.

A power packed blend exclusively for the treatment of dry & brittle nail cuticles & rough skin on your hands. Let the vitamin-rich virgin coconut, rice bran & soya help nourish, hydrate & soften, while avocado, sunflower & rose help to condition, strengthen & protect, for total hand care.  You will love the warming cardamom sensation that also helps invigorate & delight the senses.

Try these innovative balm uses for fast effective hand & nail rescue:

This is the solution for fast relief from cracked heel & dry, thickened skin on the feet. Nutrient-rich virgin coconut helps heal & repair, while organic Aloe Vera hydrates skin. Rice bran & Wheatgerm help nourish & soften, while Lemon, Lime & Peppermint essential oils soothe, cool & purify feet, totally relaxing the senses.

Fast-track your foot recue with this balm, using these techniques:

This delightfully fragrant balm is an effective targeted treatment for extra dry, rough & discoloured skin on the body. Nutrient-rich virgin coconut, rice bran & soya help nourish & hydrate, while almond & avocado helps soften, condition & protect skin. Orange & bergamot essential oils help lighten skin, while Neroli promotes a sense of calm & tranquility. 

 For more information please call Spa Ceylon on 5544398

Silky Smooth with Spa Ceylon

Royal Rituals

The wonderfully enlivening, softening and smoothing benefits of natural body scrubs and body polishes were discovered centuries ago by women of the Royal courts of ancient Ceylon and India. Combining the rich herbal heritage of the region with Ayurveda wisdom, the royals are believed to have adopted luxuriously pampering pre-bath beauty rituals to accentuate their oriental beauty.  Since then, they have been passed down the generations, becoming the inspirational essence of Spa Ceylon’s all-natural silky-smooth Body Scrubs.  

Natural Ingredients

Dosha and skin type specific Ayurveda Body Scrubs made with creamy all natural ingredients including vitamin rich fruit oils and pure organic essential oils are a great way to go silky smooth. Carefully formulated to deliver the best of nature with each application, each scrub is enriched with different powdered therapeutic wooden grains from therapeutic Ayurveda herbal trees.

Silky Smooth Results

Designed for use twice a week as part of your bathing ritual, these creamy body scrubs work best when applied after cleansing your body with shower gels or cleansing bars. Apply all over and gently massage in circular movements, working extra of dry, rough areas before washing off with room temperature water. Pat dry and follow up with your choice of luxurious floral body lotion.

Cellulite

Scrubs and polishes can also be helpful for people with cellulite, although they do not constitute a miracle cure. Lumpy pockets of cellulite – unsightly deposits of water, fat and other wastes – build up on thighs, buttocks, hips and upper arms and not only look unattractive, but are difficult to dissipate. 

Calumbawood Body Scrub

Calumba – popularly known as “Venivel” – is naturally antiseptic, antibacterial and skin lightening. Blended with precious Turmeric, the Calumbawood scrub is specially designed for “Kapha” dosha dominant - normal to oily skin types.  This naturally exfoliates, working to remove harmful toxins and dead skin cells, while soothing minor irritations and softening rough skin. Pure orange essential oil and Virgin Coconut Oil helps to nourish and gently renew skin. when used regularly on a twice a week basis.

Red Sandalwood Body Scrub

“Rath Handun” is another wonder herb known for its powerful drawing and purifying properties. Used in combination with Honey, Licorice and Virgin Coconut oil, this “Vatha” dosha specific formula helps to remove rough skin dark patches and discolourations associated with dry skin, while softening, smoothening and de-toxing your skin from head to toe. For more luxurious pampering, we recommend you wash off the scrub with milk, instead of water.  

Sandalwood Body Scrub

Fabled across the orient over centuries of time, Sandalwood is both aromatic and therapeutic. Blended with Cinnamon, Virgin Coconut and Honey, this gently warming, nourishing and exfoliating formula works specially on normal to sensitive skin which is generally associated with the “Pitha” dosha.  The great Sandalwood fragrance adds to the gentle smoothing and exfoliating properties of this creamy scrub.

Green Mint Foot Scrub

Great for any home pedicure, this naturally purifying formula softens, smoothens and purifies feet. The Lime Peel and Volcanic Minerals help remove rough patches and hard skin while lightening discolourations. Then comes the soothing effect of Peppermint and Lemongrass essential oils cool and refresh feet - controlling foot odour too. As you wash off this scrub, you feel the effect of Margosa and Virgin Coconut nourishing and caring for your feet – beautiful and soft to touch!

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Feet Treats from Spa Ceylon

Although you may end up with tired, painful feet at the end of the day, giving your feet some TLC – tender loving care - can transport you into realms of pleasure. Feet are one of the most sensual and sensitive parts of your body, and a loving touch with luxuriously natural formulae can be wonderfully relaxing, energizing and stimulating for your feet.

Self-treatment is wonderfully soothing. However, nothing you do to yourself can quite match the sensation of leaning back and letting someone else do the work. There is something utterly relaxing about having your feet massaged; tension seems to drain out of the whole body almost as though a tap had been opened. Perhaps because the feet are so far away from your head, it feels easy to let your mind release worries and anxieties too.  So, if you’ve got the time, check in for a good Ayurveda foot ritual that will soothe your spirits and restore your soul.

Re-charge Time: Home Spa

A home foot massage routine can also be designed to soothe and revitalize at the same time. Use it as an instant pick-me-up whenever you happen to be - great for days when you can’t stop – but feel you can’t go on.

Spa Ceylon Green Mint Foot Luxuries

This collection works great for a complete luxurious home spa experience for your feet. Inspired by centuries old Ceylonese Royal foot care rituals, the range is specially designed to soothe calm and relax tired feet; while also relaxing your mind and soul.

Green Mint Foot Soak

Start with this naturally revitalising foot soak enriched with Ocean Salts and Minerals to soothe and relax tired, swollen feet. To let the cooling Peppermint and Lemongrass essential oils comfort, calm and refresh feet, pour 2 tablespoons into a basin of warm water and soak your feet for up to 15 minutes – while you sit back and unwind in blissful relaxation!.

Cooling Foot Scrub

Great for any home pedicure, this naturally purifying formula softens, smoothens and purifies feet. The Lime Peel and Volcanic Minerals help remove rough patches and hard skin while lightening discolourations. Then comes the soothing effect of Peppermint and Lemongrass essential oils cool and refresh feet - controlling foot odour too. As you wash off this scrub, you feel the effect of Margosa and Virgin Coconut nourishing and caring for your feet – beautiful and soft to touch!

Reviva Foot Relief

This relieving formula comforts your calves, knees and ankles, while helping to revive over worked, tired feet. The intensive hydrating action of Virgin Coconut treats dryness while Arnica and Lime Peel sooth rough and cracked heels. Peppermint and Lemongrass essential oils naturally deodorize and refresh feet, while calming the mind – also helping you to get a good night’s sleep. This is a great overnight foot treatment, so apply generously, massage and leave on, working extra on over-dry rough areas.

Talk to Spa Ceylon on 011 5544398 or log on to www.spaceylon.com