Evening Rituals: The Ayurvedic Path to Restorative Sleep

The hours before bedtime are sacred in Ayurveda. Just as the natural world begins to quieten as the sun sets, our bodies and minds need gentle transitions to prepare for restorative sleep.

Begin your evening ritual by massaging warm Ayurvedic 8-Herbed Hair Oil into your scalp. The ancients knew that oiling the head before sleep not only nourishes your hair but calms the mind by soothing the "marma" (energy) points on your scalp. Leave it overnight for deep conditioning, placing a soft towel over your pillow.

Next, wash your feet with cool water—an act that grounds scattered energy and draws heat downward from the head. Apply our Shat Dhaut Ghritam to your feet, paying special attention to your soles where important nerve endings reside. The cooling properties of this hundred-times-washed ghee preparation helps to balance your system.

Finish by applying our Cocoa and Jojoba Lip Balm. The lips, according to Ayurveda, reflect the health of your digestive system. Nourishing them before sleep supports your body's overnight detoxification processes.

These simple practices create a powerful signal to your body that it's time to release the day and prepare for renewal. In the language of Ayurveda, you're not just caring for your external body but harmonising your entire being with the rhythm of nature.