Vata Morning Abhyanga for Daily Detox

Practice morning abhyanga, or full-body self-massage with warm oil, to connect with your body, and rest in self-compassion and self-love, honoring the time set aside for yourself and the practice.

You will need: recommended oil (see below), a small oil bottle, and a towel that you don’t mind getting oily. Optional: essential oils (see below).

Recommended oils for Vata: sesame, sunflower, almond.

Essential oils for Vata: cinnamon, fennel, ginger, orange, lavender, ylang-ylang.

Instructions for warming the oil: pour ¼ to ½ cup of oil (option to add 4-8 drops of essential oil) into a small oil bottle and place in a cup of hot water until temperature is comfortably warm. You can also use an electric coffee or candle warmer and a metal measuring cup.