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Ayurvedic Blissful Detox

Purva karma, the traditional Ayurvedic preparation. A seventy five minute abhyanga massage, shirodhara, and a full body herbal steam from the neck down, with herbs chosen for your dosha.

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How long
150 minutes
Price
150 min · $375
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Ayurvedic therapies

What happens

The Blissful Detox, or purva karma ritual, combines three therapies: a seventy five minute abhyanga massage, shirodhara, and herbal steam therapy.

The steam is full body, from the neck down, and the herbs are chosen for your dosha. The order matters: the mind is brought to quiet first, and the body after.

Purva karma is the preparation the Charaka Samhita sets before panchakarma, and it has two parts: snehana, oiling the body, and swedana, warming it until it sweats. This ritual is the external half of that, done on its own. The abhyanga is the oiling, the steam is the sudation, and shirodhara is oil to the head in between.

It's made for the first step, either before a panchakarma program or as a full afternoon in its own right. In Ayurveda the preparation is given so the body is soft and warm before anything else is done.

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Weekend rates apply Saturday and Sunday.

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  • What to wear

    Loose, comfortable clothing, with minimal jewellery and makeup, especially for private yoga therapy and reflexology. If you're booking a facial and you shave, please arrive clean shaven.

  • Tell us about your health

    If you have allergies, high blood pressure, a heart condition or another medical condition, or you're pregnant, please check with your doctor before booking and tell your therapist. What we offer sits alongside your medical care, never in place of it. We also don't recommend alcohol before or straight after a treatment.

  • Weekends and public holidays

    Weekend prices are shown on the menu above. Public holidays carry a 20% surcharge on treatments and spa rituals.

  • Concessions

    Eligible health care and concession card holders get $30 off all our services.

What people say after they leave

4.9 from 112 Google reviews. 5.0 from 43 on TripAdvisor. Read more reviews

This was my first visit and my first time experiencing an Ayurvedic treatment. Having chosen the Ayurvedic 'nourish and restore' with steam therapy, I can hand on heart say these treatments with Marye were amazing. I would highly recommend Maiaveda for anyone looking for a few hours of blissful escapism from everyday life.

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Paula FisherGoogle

Absoluely blissful. Samantha was friendly, professional and must have hands of magic.

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Alli WardGoogle

I've been to many retreats and detox and I can confidently and wholeheartedly say that Maiaveda is a caring place to heal and rejuvenate in a deep sense. After taking a detox retreat with Maiaveda, my body and mind are both in a healthier and joyful state and I'm so grateful for the blissful therapies Marye and the team providing 🙏🙏

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Sara FarizehGoogle

The care and love I received from the very moment I was welcomed into Maiaveda was exactly what I needed. Marye offered guidance and wisdom to help me uncover blocks in my physical, mental and spiritual health. From there she worked on a tailored treatment plan that included the most blissful massages and ayurvedic treatments! Marye, your help guided me to find my happy centre again, and I have returned home more content than I have felt in a loooong time. Thankyou so much!

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Jo RichesGoogle

Yesterday I had the most amazing facial and massage with Claudia. From the moment I walked in I felt instantly nurtured, the whole experience made me feel taken care of. What an amazing place, the products used are beautiful and the ambience throughout was so relaxing. I would definitely book again the next time I am in Kyneton.

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Jan Lyallwith Claudia · Google

My husband Gary & I went to Maiaveda for a Panchakarma, an Ayurvedic cleanse. We had treatments that would help our bodies prepare for a very deep cleanse. It was an amazingly powerful and empowering life changing experience spiritually, emotionally physically and mentally. We were welcomed with a lot of warmth & reassurance. Each visit was filled a lot of genuine love, support and compassion. Nothing was ever too much trouble, you had Marye’s & her team 100% focus & attention. The treatment rooms were truely unique filled with loving calm energy. Both my husband & I could not recommend it more highly. A place well worth a visit.

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Jacqueline Waitewith Marye · Google

I had an absolutely incredible experience at Maiaveda!! The moment I walked in, the atmosphere was so calm and welcoming. The space is peaceful, and instantly puts you in relaxation mode. The massage itself was exactly what I needed, easily one of the best I’ve ever had. Claudia was highly skilled, attentive, and made sure to check in at the right moments. I felt completely rejuvenated and relaxed afterwards. You can tell that everyone who works there is truly passionate about what they do, wanting to make sure everyone has the best experience possible. I can’t wait to book my next appointment. Highly recommend. Xx

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Steph Leachwith Claudia · Google

We had a great time at Maiaveda health retreat and spa. It was my husband's birthday and we booked massages for my family. They even had option for our 7 years old daughter. Clean rooms, clean towels, great ambiance and very accomodating girls. Claudia made sure that i am comfortable throughout my massage as i have several back issues and it gets really hard for me sometimes to lie flat on bed. Pressure was perfect. Oils smelled great. My daughter and husband had great time as well. They also treated us with some goodies in the end for my husbands birthday and we loved the jesture. My new favorite spa in Melbourne.

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Javaria Attiqwith Claudia · Google

My previous experiences with massage & facials have been per functionary to address an injury or in the lead up to special event. How lovely then that my two hours experience was a purely selfish indulgence. I was kept warm the whole time and even drifted off to sleep! Can't recommend Pam or the service I experienced highly enough!

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Julie-Anne Gibneywith Pam · Google

From one tired and sore mum, the pregnancy massage was beyond incredible. From the moment I walked up the stairs to Maiaveda, I felt a sense of peace. Marye welcomed me with such warmth, and the beautiful aromas instantly made me feel relaxed. The oils smelled divine and felt so nourishing on my skin. Claudia’s massage was amazing — I actually walked out feeling like I was floating. I’ll definitely be back. It wasn’t just a massage; it was a whole mind and body reset. I’m so grateful to have experienced this

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Katelyn Vandenhurkwith Claudia · Google

An absolutely gorgeous atmosphere with gentle lighting and subtle aromas in the air. Marye is so in tune, and a truly brilliant practitioner. I felt completely nurtured and relaxed beyond words:)

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Jacqwith Marye · Google

I’ve been visiting Maiaveda for the past six years, and it continues to be my absolute sanctuary. Every experience is consistently nurturing, professional, and deeply restorative especially through my pregnancies. During my current pregnancy, I had massage with Claudia, and she was incredible. All the therapists knowledge, care, and intuition make me feel completely supported and safe each time. They all have a beautiful way of adapting the treatment to exactly what your body needs, and I always walk out feeling lighter, calmer, and genuinely cared for. The environment at Maiaveda is warm, peaceful, and truly holistic exactly what you want when looking to unwind or reconnect with yourself. I recommend it wholeheartedly, especially for pregnancy care. It’s a place where you can trust you’ll be looked after with kindness and expertise.

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Sam Mcdonaldwith Claudia · Google
Rated ExcellentBased on 112 Google reviews
Rated Excellent5.0 from 43 TripAdvisor reviews

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