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Sugandha Lepam
This age-old recipe used against cold and cough. Under Sugandha Lepam spices and herbs are mixed to form a scrub, which is then applied evenly over the body. The heat from the mixture seeps into the body and helps in elevating muscle aches, headaches, fever and increasing blood circulation. Then the paste is rubbed vigorously off the body, and any Ayurvedic oil is applied to replenish the skins moisture. This treatment is not recommended for pregnant women.
Saurabha Lepam
This is the most common beauty enhancement therapy used in common household on the occasion of marriage. If administered daily for a week prior to one's wedding day, this treatment leaves the skin soft, supple and shining. Saurabha Lepam includes an oil massage followed by a wrap containing cleansing and nourishing elements including herbs and spices.
Tripusha Lepam
In this treatment cucumber and essential oils are used to seep out the heat of your sun burnt body. Under Tripusha Lepam, the body is covered with the mixture of cucumber and essential oils, and then allowed to rest for a while so that the cooling properties of the cucumber can sooth the tender skin.
Nalikerodakam
It is a coconut body glow treatment where a combination of freshly shredded young coconut, herb and spices is gently rubbed all over the body. After a few minutes the skin is wiped clean with a wet cloth, which helps in the exfoliation process. Then a conditioning mixture is applied to the body, which is later removed to leave the skin glowing.
Karkatika Lepam
A puree of papaya is smeared on to the body, which is the left to sweat under a sheet for about twenty minutes. This helps in softening and revitalizing the skin.
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