The history of Indian head massage

The history of Indian head massage

1. 1000's years in India. Around 5000bc

2. The Hindi term for Indian head massage is champissage (head massage)

3. It date back to the beginning of Hindu religion

4. Indian head massage is part of everyday life

5. Children are taught the massage techniques

6. Woman practice Indian head massage as part of the grooming process. It keeps hair strong, smelling nice and improves condition

7. Soothing, calming and therapeutic for muscles and skin. It also encourages healing

8. Oil used: coconut, jasmine, olive, sesame, almond and mustard (dangerous to use, it can burn). Wealthy families use expensive oils such as jasmine and sandlewood

9. Cooling oils (coconut oil) are used in summer and warming oils are used in winter

10. Techniques were passed through families

11. Men receive massage when visiting the barber. It is not relaxing, but vigorous an invigorating. It is used to stimulate the scalp and promote hair growth

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