The root of all health is in the brain. The trunk of it is in emotion. The branches and leaves are the body. The flower of health blooms, when all parts work together. – Kurdish folk wisdom
A wedding is a karmic tryst of divine souls in union. It is very important to start this divine journey with the luxurious wellness and healing treatments for complete tranquility. As a perfect antidote for stress and daily hustle and bustle of the wedding preparations, there are various healing treatments offered by many healing centers and spas across India. All these healing treatments create a variety of brilliant ways to make the bride look and feel wonderful as she begins this beautiful journey of her life!
De-stressing Treatment
The excitement and accompanying stress that comes with wedding planning can really affect a bride’s mental and physical state. Brides must take time out for themselves, get pampered and prepped to perfection for the big day. Regular trips to salon are important but there are better treatments to heal your body. A nice facial might make your skin glow from outside but what about the inner health of your skin?
Sanjana Bhandari from Vyoma Spa, Radisson Blu says, “Some of the best treatments offered by us are Balinese and Thai massage, papaya and aromatic body wrap, stone therapy, salt mousse body scrub and foot reflexology. These treatments turn out to be quite beneficial for the brides to make them feel special and pampered. It gives them a relaxing experience by de-stressing, focusing on themselves and indulging into their inner selves; it also helps to give them their own desired space which is missing around this time. We also recommend yoga and meditation sessions to keep them calm, composed and healthy.”
To make your ‘Me Time’ more relaxing and soothing, we bring some of the best healing treatments available, for the body. These treatments are based on the ancient spa wisdomof healing from within. They are great for tired and sore muscles. They promise to release all the stress instantly and gear you up for upcoming wedding ceremonies. The fabulously luxurious treatments are a real treat for one. Preeti Seth from Pachouli Spa and Wellness Centre says, “Healing treatments for a bride are the detoxifying procedures which helps her to get transformed into a glowing bride. Bride goes through a lot of turmoil throughout, with the stress of looking good and emotional changes. There are bouts of anxiety and stress which reflects on skin as well, so it is very important to indulge in healing treatments. They focus on 360 degrees of healing and rejuvenation for a bride, i.e., to have a healthy mind, body and soul.”
Before the D-day arrives, every bride needs to loosen up a bit, relax and pamper herself with all these treatments. Therapist from the luxury spa at Jaypee Hotel says, “These therapies helps in blood circulation, rejuvenation, relax the muscles making the skin bright, toned and hydrated in addition to purifying the skin, it also helps to refines the skin pores. Not only this, with chocolate fondue that we use in our therapies, the skin will feel gorgeous. The endorphins found in chocolate breaks down cellulite and fatty deposit whilst the skin will improve through natural oxygenation.”
Take a look at some of the most exotic healing treatments available in various spas and healing centers for the brides to de-stress and enjoy on their D-day:
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is an age old practice, an ancient art to heal the body with the help of naturally extracted aroma oils from various plants. This therapy balances, harmonizes and promotes the good health of body, mind and spirit. It focuses on altering an individual’s mood for psychological, cognitive and physical well-being.
Ms. Rupal Tyagi from Wikka says, “To get its full benefit, aromatherapy treatment should start at least 7 weeks prior to the wedding day. A complete treatment plan can be customised for a pre-bridal therapy according to the skin type, hair type or any other imbalances in the body. Spicy, woody and floral essential oils are most recommended for a bride-to-be. The treatment plan should start with aromatic meditation for balancing the mind, aromatic baths with customised blends of essential oils, aromatherapy massage for lymphatic drainage, spice body wraps for detoxification and fresh herbal and floral scrubs for that final glow.”
Abhayangam
Abhayangam is Kerala-style of body massage in which medicated oils are used to relax and refresh every part of the body. Massage done in rhythmic motions helps in relieving stress and the doshas. Mr. Sayyad from Spa by Baradari says, “In Abhyangam, the practitioner works with his knowledge of the “Marma” or Indian Pressure points to harmonize and rejuvenate the mind, body and soul. The massage is followed by an herbal steam bath and a hot shower. This massage is effective in improving eyesight, longevity, sound sleep, spondylosis, rheumatism, removal of toxins and induces relaxation for the bride.”
Dr. Vijaya from Three Graces Spa adds, “Two therapists work simultaneously on both sides ofthe body to create twice as more efficient results in terms of relaxation and balancing of the systems governing the functioning of both the body and mind.” It also includes shirodhara, an ancient oil bath for the head. The treatment is a delight for those brides who seek relaxation from head to toe.
Aqua Treatment
Aqua Treatment is another trending treatment that brides are indulging in these days to reawaken and detoxify the skin. Nisha from Myrah Spa says, “Aqua system was created for women who like to be cradled by the waves, who love being pampered, who entrust their beauty to the tradition of mud, silt, seawater and algae. It stimulates cell renewal and helps the skin detoxification process by freeing the skin from all the molecules that slow down its physiological processes. It is essential for collagen formation, is also an excellent anti-ageing prevention.”
This treatment is also known for stimulating the metabolism, promoting lipolytic action on tissue and draining excess waste substances. Finally, it delivers a slimming action with focused effect on plump waists, legs and arms. It also reduces localised fat deposits, bloating and liquid retention, thanks to the synergy of precious Antarctic active ingredients released by innovative formula technologies. It is most effective for those with rolls, bulges or bloating in their body.
Foot Reflexology
The nerves from our foot are connected to every part of the body. Based on this principle is the Foot Reflexology, the most sought after healing treatment that is also recommended as an alternate medicine. Ashima Sehgal and Atika Sachdeva from SELFIE – The Hands and Feet Experience says, “We at SELFIE provide the treatment that helps to revitalize the body and mind through foot reflexology. It involves a rigorous foot massage to stimulate the reflex points of the body with the use of Traditional Thai Foot Massage Stick, Thai balm and aroma oils. It improves circulation, flexibility, releases stress and improves sleep. Brides should get this treatment once a week depending on the stress. They should start this treatment 30 to 45 days prior to the wedding.”
Foot reflexology helps you get a break from your monotonous cosmopolitan lifestyle that comes with a lot of stress.
Hot Stone Therapy
It is a unique stone massage therapy done with the help of hot stones and mineral infused oils. It is an ancient technique of alleviating muscle tension and stress. Every luxury spa these days offer Hot Stone Therapy. River rocks or basalt rocks are first warmed and then placed at different points on the body to treat stiffness and sore muscles. It is known to improve blood circulation and release tension from the body. People with high blood pressure are often recommended to take this therapy.
Ms. Sanjana from Vyoma Spa says, “Hot Stone Massage is our specialty. We give an ergonomically designed warm stone massage to help push relaxation deeper down your muscle. It soothes your aching muscles immediately within 24 hours. It is a must-try for every bride to combat stress and sore muscles.”
