External Therapy Protocol
Utsadana (Paste Massage)
in Bengaluru
Utsadana is a variation of Udvartana (powder massage) where herbal powders are mixed with oils, milk, or ghee to form a paste before being rubbed into the body. While Udvartana is dry and fat-reducing, Utsadana is slightly oily, making it highly nourishing and complexion-enhancing.
Clinical Benefits
- Deeply cleanses and exfoliates without drying out the skin
- Significantly improves skin complexion, softness, and glow (Varnya)
- Removes body odor and reduces excess sweating
- Balances Vata and Kapha simultaneously
Clinical Procedure
1. Preparation (Purvakarma)
- • A paste is prepared using fragrant and complexion-enhancing herbs (like Sandalwood, Turmeric, Gram flour) mixed with a suitable oil or milk.
2. Main Action (Pradhana Karma)
The paste is rubbed all over the body in an upward direction (Pratiloma) with moderate pressure.
3. Post-Therapy (Paschatkarma)
- • The patient rests for 15 minutes, then takes a warm bath.
Patient FAQs
How is this different from Udvartana?
Udvartana uses dry powder to vigorously scrub and reduce fat (Kapha). Utsadana uses a wet, oily paste to gently scrub, nourish, and improve skin glow (Vata-Kapha).
Medically Reviewed by Dr Abhiram SSBAMS (Reg No: 36991)
Chief Consultant, Ayurvedic Rheumatology & Dermatology • Updated: 2026-07-24
Protocol Details
Duration
45 to 60 minutes.Frequency
Can be done daily for skin diseases or weekly for beauty therapy.Primary Indications
condition-dry-skincondition-eczemacondition-psoriasiscondition-obesity
Contraindications
- Active weeping eczema or pus-filled infections
- Acute fever