The oldest know medical system, Ayurveda, considered sweating so important to health that it prescribed the sweat bath and thirteen other methods of inducing sweat. Swedhana, or steam therapy is part of Ayurvedic seasonal recommendation for detoxification, Panchakarma. Aroma Therapy is a system of health emphasizing relaxation and stress management. Essential oils, extracts, herbs or decoctions may be placed directly in the water so it is an ideal therapy paired with steam. Steams are infused with essential oils and herbs according to Ayurvedic tradition. Particular blends soothe and enrich the skin while their aromas promote deep relaxation, stress reduction, vitality and emotional balance.

Sweating and steam therapy have a number of beneficial physiological effects. Circulatory changes produced by vasodilation increase blood flow to the skin and decrease blood flow to internal organs. This helps to bring vital nutrients to the skin and subcutaneous tissue stimulating cellular activity. Any increase in the metabolic rate also burns calories, improves circulation, promotes water-weight loss and beautifies skin. The skin is sometimes referred to as the “third kidney.” The heat of a steam bath speeds up the chemical processes in the body, making steam therapy one of the simplest and most comfortable ways to rid the body of toxins. As the pores open, millions of sweat glands start to excrete and the body rids itself of waste products.

BASIC STEAM TREATMENTS: STEAM #1: THE HEAVENLY STEAM DETOX This 70 minute session creates complete mind/body relaxation & rejuvenation. The treatment begins with a vigorous full body dry brushing to stimulate circulation & the lymphatic system. This is followed by an herbal-infused full-body steam bath to further stimulate the physiology & remove toxins & impurities. Cold-stones are used to keep the head area cool & comfortable as the body is steamed. You’ll feel increased energy & mental clarity. STEAM #2: THE SORENESS SOOTHER STEAM An incredibly soothing 90 minute treatment focusing on sore joints & muscles. The steam relaxes the muscles while flushing out toxins. It also helps to reduce inflammation & soreness throughout the body. This relieving session begins with placement of hot stones to relax the body. This is followed with steam-heated therapeutic herbal balls that are rolled & compressed on specific areas of soreness. A purifying full-body, herbal-infused steam completes the treatment.