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Nasya Oil
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Unit price perArt of Vedas Nasya Oil is an authentic Anu Thailam, the most important nasal oil in classical Ayurveda, documented in Ashtanga Hridaya over 1,500 years ago. This traditional formula combines 24 carefully selected herbs in pure sesame oil, prepared according to ancient methods to support nasal wellness, promote mental clarity, and nourish all five sense organs.
In Ayurveda, the nose is called "Nasa hi Shiraso Dwaram", the doorway to the head. Daily Nasya practice with Anu Thailam is considered one of the most important rituals for maintaining wellness of the head, eyes, ears, and mind. Just 2 drops per nostril each morning can become a transformative part of your Dinacharya (daily routine).
Whether you are new to Nasya or an experienced practitioner, this classical formula offers authentic support for clear breathing, mental focus, and overall head region wellness throughout all seasons.
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Nasya Oil
From €10,00
Unit price perArt of Vedas Nasya Oil is an authentic Anu Thailam, the most important nasal oil in classical Ayurveda, documented in Ashtanga Hridaya over 1,500 years ago. This traditional formula combines 24 carefully selected herbs in pure sesame oil, prepared according to ancient methods to support nasal wellness, promote mental clarity, and nourish all five sense organs.
In Ayurveda, the nose is called "Nasa hi Shiraso Dwaram", the doorway to the head. Daily Nasya practice with Anu Thailam is considered one of the most important rituals for maintaining wellness of the head, eyes, ears, and mind. Just 2 drops per nostril each morning can become a transformative part of your Dinacharya (daily routine).
Whether you are new to Nasya or an experienced practitioner, this classical formula offers authentic support for clear breathing, mental focus, and overall head region wellness throughout all seasons.
INGREDIENTS
THE FIVE TRADITIONAL BENEFITS OF NASYA OIL
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Mental Clarity
In Ayurveda, mental clarity depends on the free flow of Prana Vata, the aspect of Vata dosha that governs your mind, your thoughts, and your attention. Prana Vata is seated in your head, and its primary pathway is through your breath.
When your nasal passages are dry, congested, or irritated, Prana cannot flow freely. Your thinking becomes foggy. Concentration wavers. The head feels heavy instead of light.
Anu Thailam works by reaching the brain through the Shringataka pathway and supporting the smooth flow of Prana. Several herbs in the formula specifically support mental function: Yashtimadhu (Licorice) soothes the channels, Kamala (Sacred Lotus) promotes sattvic clarity, and Usheera (Vetiver) cools excess heat that can disturb the mind.
What you may notice:
Clearer thinking, especially in the morning. Reduced mental fog. Better ability to focus during work or study. A feeling of lightness in the head rather than heaviness.
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Sense Organ Wellness
Your five sense organs, eyes, ears, nose, tongue, and skin are not isolated units. In Ayurvedic anatomy, they share blood supply, nerve pathways, and the Doshas that govern their function. Critically, they can all be reached through the nasal passages via the Shringataka Marma.
Ashtanga Hridaya specifically describes that Anu Thailam performs Indriyaprasadana—clarification and nourishment of the sense organs. This happens because the oil travels to the junction point where all sensory channels meet, then spreads its benefits outward.
The formula includes Jivanti, one of the ten Jivaniya (life-giving) herbs in Ayurveda, specifically known for vitalising the sense organs. Shatavari and the two Lotus varieties (Kamala and Utpala) support Alochaka Pitta, which governs vision.
What you may notice:
Eyes that feel less strained after screen work. Ears that feel more comfortable. A clearer sense of smell. A voice that feels stronger and more resonant.
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Clear Breathing
Your nasal passages are the first line of your respiratory system. They must filter, warm, humidify, and deliver every breath you take. When they are dry or congested, breathing becomes work instead of ease.
Anu Thailam addresses this through two mechanisms:
Lubrication: The sesame oil base has Snigdha (unctuous) quality—it coats and moisturises dry nasal membranes, protecting them from environmental irritation.
Channel opening: Several herbs in the formula are classified as Srotosodhana, meaning they clear obstructed channels. Devadaru (Himalayan Cedar), Ela (Cardamom), and Kantakari help accumulated congestion move out while preventing new buildup.
The formula also clears excess Kapha from the respiratory passages. Kantakari is specifically called "the best herb for respiratory passages" by Vagbhata in Ashtanga Hridaya.
What you may notice:
Easier breathing, particularly in the morning. Less dryness in the nose. Better comfort during seasonal changes and travel. Reduced stuffiness.
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Dosha Balance
The head region is governed by all three Doshas, each playing a specific role:
Vata controls the nervous system, the movement of thoughts, and the flow of Prana.
Pitta governs the eyes, the processing of sensory information, and the heat of metabolism.
Kapha provides the protective lubrication of membranes and the stability of structures.Most nasal problems involve imbalances in these Doshas. Dryness and anxiety indicate excess Vata. Inflammation and irritation indicate excess Pitta. Congestion and heaviness indicate excess Kapha.
Anu Thailam is Tridosha Shamaka—it balances all three. The warming sesame base pacifies Vata. The cooling herbs (Shatavari, Yashtimadhu, Usheera, Lotus) balance Pitta. The channel-opening aromatic herbs (Devadaru, Ela, Musta) clear accumulated Kapha.
This is why the same formula works for different people with different constitutions. It brings balance, not just stimulation or sedation.
What you may notice:
A general sense of equilibrium in the head region. Fewer extreme reactions to environmental changes. Greater resilience to seasonal transitions.
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Ancient Ayurvedic Authority
Anu Thailam is not a modern invention. It is not a proprietary blend created in a marketing laboratory. It is the most documented nasal oil formula in Ayurvedic literature, recorded in the Ashtanga Hridaya over 1,500 years ago.
Chapter 20 of the Ashtanga Hridaya is dedicated entirely to Nasya therapy. Verses 37-38 present the complete Anu Thailam formulation—the exact 24 herbs, the exact preparation method.
This formula has been used by sixty generations of Ayurvedic practitioners. It remains unchanged because it did not need to change. The formula was already complete.
When you use Art of Vedas Nasya Oil (Anu Thailam), you are practicing the same ritual, with the same formula, that has supported human wellness for over a millennium.
The Doorway to Your Brain
In Ayurveda, the nose is called "Nasa hi Shiraso Dwaram", the gateway to the brain, sense organs, and mind. Discover how this ancient practice can transform your daily wellness routine.
HOW TO USE NASYA OIL
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Step 1: Warm the Oil
Place the bottle in a cup of warm water for 1-2 minutes. The oil should reach body temperature, test by placing a drop on your inner wrist. It should feel neither warm nor cool.
Why this matters: Cold oil does not penetrate effectively and can startle the sensitive nasal membranes. Body-temperature oil is absorbed smoothly and feels comfortable in the nasal passages.
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Step 2: Position Yourself Correctly
Lie on your back on a bed or floor. Place a small pillow or rolled towel under your neck so that your head tilts slightly backward. Your nostrils should point toward the ceiling.
Why this matters: This angle allows gravity to help the oil flow inward rather than dripping back out. The neck support keeps you comfortable during the few minutes of rest that follow.
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Step 3: Apply Oil to the Right Nostril First
Using the dropper, place 2 drops into your right nostril. Inhale gently—not sharply or forcefully—just a soft, natural breath to draw the oil inward.
Why this matters: The right nostril is associated with Pingala Nadi (the solar, heating energy channel) and is traditionally done first. Gentle inhalation moves the oil into the passages without irritating the membranes. Forceful sniffing can cause the oil to go where it should not.
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Step 4: Massage the Nostril
With your ring finger (the gentlest finger, carrying the least force), massage the inside of your right nostril in small circular motions. Also massage the outside of your nose, your cheeks, and your forehead.
Why this matters: Massage helps distribute the oil across the entire membrane surface and stimulates absorption into the deeper tissues. The ring finger is used in Ayurveda for delicate work because it naturally applies less pressure.
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Step 5: Repeat on the Left Nostril
Place 2 drops into your left nostril. Inhale gently. Massage as before.
Why this matters: The left nostril is associated with Ida Nadi (the lunar, cooling energy channel). Treating both nostrils ensures balanced effect on both energy channels.
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Step 6: Rest in Position
Remain lying with your head tilted back for 1-3 minutes. Breathe naturally and allow yourself to relax.
Why this matters: This resting period is not passive time. The oil is actively traveling through the passages, reaching the Shringataka Marma, spreading its benefits to the brain and sense organs. Staying in position allows gravity to assist this process.
Classical Ayurveda Reference
Nasya Oil / Anu Thailam is not a modern formulation. It is one of the most documented formulation in Ayurvedic literature, recorded over 1,500 years ago in the Ashtanga Hridaya, a text that remains authoritative in Ayurvedic practice to this day.
The Original Source
The formula appears in Chapter 20 of the Ashtanga Hridaya, composed by Acharya Vagbhata in the 6th-7th century CE. This entire chapter is dedicated to Nasya therapy, with verses 37-38 presenting the complete Anu Thailam formulation, all 24 herbs, the sesame oil base, and the traditional preparation method.
Understanding the Name
The name itself reveals the oil's purpose:
Anu means subtle, minute, or fine, describing the oil's ability to penetrate the finest channels of the body, reaching from the nasal passages to the brain and sense organs.
Thailam means oil, specifically oil prepared with sesame (Tila) as the base.
Together, Anu Thailam translates as "Subtle Oil" or "Fine-Penetrating Oil"—a formula designed to reach tissues that ordinary oils cannot.
Why This Formula Has Not Changed
For over sixty generations, practitioners have used this exact formulation. The 24 herbs remain the same. The preparation method remains the same. Unlike many ancient remedies that have been modified or "improved," Anu Thailam has stayed constant because the original formula was already complete.
When you use Art of Vedas Anu Thailam, you are practicing the same ritual, with the same formulation, that has supported human wellness since the time of the ancient Ayurvedic masters.
Supported by Multiple Classical Texts
The Ashtanga Hridaya is not the only text that documents Nasya therapy and Anu Thailam. The practice is supported across the major classical Ayurvedic works:
Charaka Samhita establishes the foundational principle that the nose is the doorway to the head, and recommends Nasya for seasonal wellness.
Sushruta Samhita details the procedures, timing, and traditional uses of Nasya among the Panchakarma therapies.
Sahasrayoga, the Kerala classical text, includes Anu Thailam among essential Ayurvedic formulations.
For those who wish to explore the classical foundations, Ayurvedic pharmacology, and traditional knowledge in greater depth read our complete guide to Nasya therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nasya Oil
Nasya Oil is an Ayurvedic herbal oil applied to the nasal passages. The practice of applying medicated oil to the nose is called Nasya, one of the five core therapies in traditional Ayurveda.
In Ayurveda, the nose is considered the direct pathway to the head and brain. Applying herbal oil to the nasal passages is believed to nourish the brain, support the sense organs (eyes, ears, nose, tongue), promote mental clarity, and maintain the health of the entire head region.
Anu Thailam is the most classical and widely recommended Nasya oil, documented in Ayurvedic texts for over 1,500 years. It contains 24 traditional herbs in a sesame oil base, formulated to balance all three Doshas and support daily nasal wellness.
The daily practice (called Pratimarsha Nasya) is simple and takes only a few minutes:
Warm the oil by placing the bottle in warm water for 2-3 minutes. The oil should reach body temperature—test on your inner wrist.
Lie on your back with a small pillow under your neck so your head tilts slightly backward and your nostrils point upward.
Apply 2 drops to each nostril using the dropper. Inhale gently—not forcefully—to draw the oil inward.
Massage gently around the nostrils and rest in position for 1-2 minutes.
Sit up slowly, spit out any oil that drains to your throat, and gargle with warm water.
Practice in the morning at least 30 minutes before eating, or in the evening before dinner.
Yes. The daily practice method (Pratimarsha Nasya) using 2 drops per nostril is specifically designed for regular, long-term use. The classical text Ashtanga Hridaya states that this practice is safe "from birth to death" when performed correctly.
Unlike therapeutic Nasya (Marsha Nasya), which uses higher doses and requires practitioner supervision, daily Pratimarsha Nasya requires no special preparation or dietary restrictions. The small dose is gentle enough for consistent use while still providing meaningful benefits over time.
Many people practice daily Nasya for years as part of their morning wellness routine.
Do not practice Nasya during:
- Pregnancy (all trimesters) and the first 45 days after childbirth
- Active illness such as cold, fever, or acute sinus infection
- After eating—wait at least 2-3 hours after meals
- After washing your hair—wait at least 3 hours
- During menstruation—particularly the first 3 days
- After alcohol consumption
If you have any medical conditions affecting the nasal passages or sinuses, consult your healthcare provider before beginning Nasya practice.
Both are classical Ayurvedic Nasya oils documented in traditional texts, but they serve different purposes:
Anu Thailam is the general-purpose daily Nasya oil. It contains 24 herbs and is Tridosha-balancing, meaning it works for people of all constitutions. It is recommended for daily Pratimarsha practice and addresses a broad range of benefits: mental clarity, sense organ wellness, respiratory comfort, and seasonal support. This is the traditional first choice for anyone beginning or maintaining a Nasya practice.
Shadbindu Thailam has a different herb profile with a more warming, penetrating action. It is traditionally used for specific head region concerns where a stronger intervention is desired, often for shorter therapeutic courses rather than indefinite daily use.
If you are unsure which to choose, Anu Thailam is the recommended starting point for most people.
The timeline varies depending on what you are looking for:
Immediate effects: Many people notice easier breathing and clearer nasal passages within the first few applications. The lubricating effect is felt right away.
Short-term benefits (1-2 weeks): Improved nasal comfort, especially in dry environments. Some people notice better sleep quality and morning freshness.
Cumulative benefits (4-8 weeks): With consistent daily practice, deeper benefits develop—mental clarity, sense organ support, and better adaptation to seasonal changes.
The classical texts describe Nasya as a practice whose benefits accumulate over time.
If you have chronic sinus conditions, nasal polyps, or severe allergies, consult your healthcare provider before beginning Nasya practice.
For general seasonal sensitivities and mild nasal discomfort, many people find daily Nasya supportive. The oil lubricates and protects the nasal membranes, which can be helpful during high-pollen seasons or in dry environments.
However, do not practice Nasya during acute symptoms if you have active congestion, infection, or inflammation, wait until the acute phase has passed before resuming practice.
If you have known allergies to sesame or any of the herbs listed in the ingredients, do not use this product.