Doctor Bon

The use of oils in therapies can be of two kinds internal and external. Oil massage for the body is an essential part of the daily routine in most parts of India. The oils used for this purpose are generally mustard oil, sesame oil and coconut oil. Massage with mustard oil, particularly in winter, is characteristic of the north of India while sesame oil is used in the south. Coconut oil is generally used for massaging the scalp and for luxuriant hair growth.

A good oil massage slows down the ageing process. It keeps the skin moisturized and shiny. It helps to overcome fatigue, tones up the nervous system, promotes eyesight and nourishes the body by opening the process of the skin. A good oil massage followed by a bath helps one to sleep well and feel rested. Applying oil on the head quite regularly is a good way to prevent headaches, premature baldness and graying of hair and to prevent hair from falling. Massaging the body with oil is also somewhat like oiling a machine. It keeps it in shape.

It strengthens and maintains the body and relaxes the muscles. It smoothens the skin and removes roughness and dryness, prevents susceptibility to vata aggravated diseases and relives exhaustion and the effects of exertion. It alleviates the effects of strenuous physical exercise and even of injuries.