Kapha Oil
Kapha Oil is a warming Ayurvedic massage oil specially formulated for Kapha constitution. It helps stimulate and invigorate the body, support circulation and promote a light, refreshed feeling.
- Product Name
- Kapha Oil
- Ayurvedic Name
- Kapha Taila
- Route
- External application
- Pack Size
- 200 ml, 1 L
Available Form
- Medicated Oil / Taila
Overview
Kapha Oil is a herbal massage oil prepared with Karpura, Rasna, Shigru, Lodhra, Karanja, Kapurkachari and Daruharidra in a sesame oil base. It is formulated for Kapha constitution and is traditionally used for stimulating massage, supporting circulation and maintaining healthy skin.
Traditional Ayurvedic Perspective
Kapha is characterized by heaviness, stability, coolness, oiliness and sluggishness. Warming, stimulating and relatively light/penetrating measures are traditionally preferred for Kapha. The herbs in this oil are predominantly associated with Ushna, Tikshna, Kapha Shamana, Shothahara and skin supportive actions.
Ayurvedic Actions
- Kapha-Shamana
- Traditionally supports balancing of aggravated Kapha.
- Ushna
- Traditionally provides a warming and stimulating effect.
- Tikshna
- Traditionally supports penetrating and stimulating action.
- Lekhana
- Traditionally supports reduction of excessive heaviness and accumulation.
- Shothahara
- Traditionally supports reduction of local swelling and inflammatory manifestations.
- Kandughna
- Traditionally supports relief from itching.
- Varnya
- Traditionally supports healthy appearance and tone of the skin.
- Vrana Ropana
- Traditionally supports wound healing.
- Abhyanga
- Traditionally supports stimulation, circulation and conditioning of the body through oil massage.
Traditionally Used To Support
- Kapha constitution
- Heaviness and sluggishness
- Reduced circulation
- Excessive moisture / Kleda
- Muscle stimulation
- Skin nourishment and toning
- Minor skin wounds
- General stimulating body massage
Composition
- Karpur
- Rasna
- Shigru
- Lodhra
- Karanj
- Kapurkachari
- Daruharidra
- Sesame Oil (base)
Botanical Profile
Karpur
- Botanical Name
- Cinnamomum camphora
- Common Name
- Camphor
- Part Used
- Camphor / processed wood-derived material
Rasna
- Botanical Name
- Pluchea lanceolata
- Common Name
- Rasna
- Part Used
- Whole plant / root
Shigru
- Botanical Name
- Moringa oleifera
- Common Name
- Drumstick / Moringa
- Part Used
- Root / bark / leaves
Lodhra
- Botanical Name
- Symplocos racemosa
- Common Name
- Lodhra
- Part Used
- Stem bark
Karanj
- Botanical Name
- Pongamia pinnata
- Common Name
- Karanja / Indian Beech
- Part Used
- Seed / seed oil / leaves depending on preparation
Kapurkachari
- Botanical Name
- Hedychium spicatum
- Common Name
- Kapurkachari / Spiked Ginger Lily
- Part Used
- Rhizome
Daruharidra
- Botanical Name
- Berberis aristata
- Common Name
- Indian Barberry / Daruharidra
- Part Used
- Stem/root bark
Sesame
- Botanical Name
- Sesamum indicum
- Common Name
- Sesame
- Part Used
- Seed / Oil
Suggested Usage
For external application and body massage or as directed by an Ayurvedic physician.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the container tightly closed.
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