Warm oil, two pairs of hands, ninety minutes of silence.

Abhyanga is the classical full-body Ayurvedic oil massage from India, described in medical texts over 2,000 years old. It involves applying warm dosha-specific medicated oils across the entire body in synchronized strokes by two trained therapists, typically over 60 to 90 minutes. It is performed on a wooden table called a droni and followed by a brief steam therapy (Swedana).

A complete classical Abhyanga at Vedara Care runs 90 minutes — including the oil application phases (head to feet), marma point work, and final stillness phase. Adding the Swedana steam therapy that follows brings total clinic time to about 110 minutes. Shorter 60-minute Abhyanga sessions are available but reduce the marma and stillness phases.

Classical Abhyanga is performed by two synchronized therapists working in parallel — one on each side of the body for limbs, both following identical stroke patterns. This synchrony is described in classical texts and matters for two reasons: it doubles the lymphatic and energetic effect, and it cuts treatment time in half. Single-therapist Abhyanga exists but is technically called Ekanga Abhyanga and produces a different effect.

At Vedara Care, single-session Abhyanga starts from AED 450 for 90 minutes including Swedana. Seven-session courses start from AED 2,800 (10–15% per-session discount). Fourteen-session courses start from AED 4,900 (15–20% per-session discount). Home Abhyanga is slightly higher to cover travel. Across Dubai, authentic two-therapist Abhyanga typically ranges from AED 400 to AED 900 per session.

For general wellbeing, relaxation, or first-time Ayurveda, one to three sessions is enough. For dosha rebalancing or chronic stress, 7 sessions over 3–4 weeks is the standard protocol. For specific conditions like chronic insomnia or back pain alongside internal medicines, 14 sessions over 6–10 weeks is typical. Your doctor will recommend the right course at consultation.

Most patients feel a distinct shift after a single session — deeper sleep that night, slower mental tempo, slight muscle soreness on Day 2 (similar to gentle exercise), and a softer skin feel for several days. Therapeutic effects (sleep quality, anxiety reduction, joint stiffness improvement) typically require a course, not a session.

Bring nothing. We provide everything. You will undress fully and wear a disposable cotton wrap during the session. Female patients are always treated by female therapists, male patients by male therapists. The treatment room is private and warmed. After the session, you shower at the clinic using our facilities — do not arrive in clothes you want to wear afterwards (oil stains).

Yes, but slowly. Most patients feel deeply relaxed and slightly slowed for 1–2 hours after. We recommend not scheduling anything mentally demanding for at least 3 hours post-session. Many patients book Abhyanga in late afternoon and go straight home for an early sleep.

Modified Abhyanga is safe and beneficial from the second trimester onwards, performed by a therapist specifically trained in prenatal protocols. Pressure is lighter, certain marma points are avoided, and the abdomen is not worked. Classical Abhyanga is not performed in the first trimester or in high-risk pregnancies. Always consult before booking when pregnant.

Classical Ayurveda recommends pausing Abhyanga during the heaviest menstrual days (typically days 1–3 of the cycle), and resuming after. The reasoning relates to the body's natural detoxification cycle. Light or specific Abhyanga protocols may be prescribed during difficult menstruation as part of a treatment plan — your doctor will guide you.

The oils used depend on your dosha and condition. Common bases are sesame oil (for Vata), coconut oil (for Pitta), and mustard oil (for Kapha). These are then medicated with classical preparations such as Mahanarayana taila, Dhanvantaram taila, Chandanadi taila, Pinda taila, or Murchita taila — depending on what your doctor prescribes. All our oils are sourced from classical Ayurvedic pharmacies in Kerala and Maharashtra with documented quality testing.

Our clinic is located in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Dubai — next to Circle Mall, three minutes from FIVE Jumeirah Village Hotel, and five minutes from JSS Private School. Free patient parking is available. Patients regularly travel from JVC, JVT, Al Barsha South, Dubai Sports City, Motor City, Dubai Marina, Downtown, and Palm Jumeirah.

Yes. Our home Ayurvedic team brings authentic Abhyanga to your home across Dubai — JVC, JVT, Al Barsha South, Sports City, Motor City, Marina, Downtown, Palm Jumeirah, Mirdif, and all Dubai neighbourhoods. They bring a portable wooden droni table, warm medicated oils, and all required equipment. Pricing is slightly higher to cover travel and setup. Most-requested for postnatal mothers, elderly patients, and busy executives.

For first-time patients, booking begins with a brief consultation (15–20 minutes, AED 150) where your doctor confirms Abhyanga is the right therapy and selects the right oils for your dosha. Existing patients can rebook directly. Tap "Book Abhyanga Consultation" anywhere on this page, WhatsApp us at +971 55 586 7466 for the fastest response, or call +971 55 586 7466.