REPRINTED FROM THE WINE, DINE & LEISURE - TIME 2004, "ASK THE EXPERT FOR THE BEST

OF THE BEST BEAUTY POLL", SPONSORED BY WINE DINE AND LEISURE-TIME NEWS, WRITTEN BY GAIL GERSON-WITTE & DESIGNED BY ANTHONY EVANS

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RESEARCHERS WERE WELCOMED INTO THE WORLD OF RENEWAL AND REJUVENATION.
WHY HAVE A MASSAGE?
Our skin is made up of constantly dying cells that must be constantly rejuvenated. In order for your skin to remain healthy you must remove the various dirt and bacteria that assaults your skin. Massage wakes up old skin, tightens tissues and muscles, and increases the blood circulation in the body. I can confirm that at Roop they massage, tone, nourish and exfoliate your entire body to fight the elements, that dry out the skin. I am confident you will emerge as we did, with new soft skin and a wondrous feeling.
As a massage enthusiast, I have always considered massage as a necessity not a luxury. If I did not utilize the services of Roop's competent masseuses, I would not emerge as a daily balanced being. I find that all of the stress related incidences are everyday things in my life. Roop is a very unusual wellness experience. I experienced total mental, physical and spiritual improvement. I have never before felt so good. I arrived here very ill from an unknown viral assailant and when I emerged I understood how the many years of therapy and healing history from India helped my six week ailing condition. My skin emerged shining. They took away all my cares, complaints and worries.

AYURVEDIC CENTER AND DAY SPA of HOBOKEN, NJ

At Roop our critics were thoroughly indulged at every level. Our entire bodies were balanced with a great variety of rhythmic massages that are offered here. They released our joints and muscles and increased our range of motion. They will counsel you. They even perform massage with two people that insures heightened bliss. Here two Ayurvedic counselors work in synchronicity! They also have stimulating treatments that increase blood circulation, remove metabolic wastes and eliminates feelings of anxiety and fatigue. Several critics felt that arthritic problems, backaches and old injuries were highly improved today. Their massages utilize special rejuvenating herbal oils, that are prepared according to ancient Ayurvedic texts and followed by a very satisfying and healing herbal steam bath for 15 minutes.

OWNERS ANIL GANDHI AND JAANVI SHA

ABHYANGA BODY MASSAGE Gail received an invigorating treatment from Natalie with nourishing oils to remove fatigue, enhance blood circulation and strengthen nervous and immune systems. Natalie utilized rubbing, squeezing, and pressing the musculature and also manipulated pressure points. SWEDISH MASSAGE A popular full body massage technique which uses medium pressure to relieve tension and create a heightened sense of well-being.

CRITICS AWARD ANIL GANDHI HIGH MARKS

UROVASTI-MUSCULAR & CHEST PAIN Dr. Ken Ruben was not feeling well but his condition improved after a gentle body massage with special mixtures and warm herbal oil which were drizzled over his chest. They were made into a paste & left for 45 minutes. Oils used here enriched his blood and muscles and connective tissues. This is a wonderful therapeutic treatment for muscular chest pain which relieved Dr. Rubin immensely.

SPORTS MASSAGE AND STEAM

NAVARAKIZHI Karyn's therapist utilized a strong combo of honey, saffron, vetever, natural flower oils, boiled navara rice and organic milk. She followed an ancient beauty ritual, where a natural cleanser and exfoliator is wrapped inside a small linen cloth bundled and soaked inside a warm mixture of herbs.They then massage into the skin and follow with a warm milk bath that removed dead skin cells. Her body was glowing.

Billy Taylor former New York Giant, experienced a massage that focused on specific muscles (that athletes tend to utilize). The treatment concentrates on the muscles Sylvia was given a stimulating masrelevant to your particular sport or sage by Natalie using special herbal activity, and according to Billy powders, that miraculously reduced helps restore normal muscle tone and range of motion. An Herbal Steam Bath followed, where cellulite, improved circulation and warm herbalized oil was hand applied. This elimiworked favorably on the skin. She exfoliated her body using a powerful nated toxins from his skin's surface. The oil premixture of Ayurvedic powders, which vents pores from over-dialating. He perspired seemed to break up fatty deposits and inside the steam chamber as herbal steam from aromatic herbs promoted cohesion between cells and energize her completely. then opened and toned the small pores of the skin.

AYURVEDIC MEDICINE & DEEPAK CHOPRA

Ayurvedic is the science of life. We are part of the universe. The Universe is intelligent and the human body is part of the cosmic body and the human mind is part of the cosmic mind and the atom and the universe are exactly the same thing, but with different forms. The more we are in touch with this deeper reality, from where everything comes, the more we will be able to heal ourselves and at the same time heal our planet. This practice is 5,000 years old and believed by many.

HEAD, NECK AND SHOULDER MASSAGE

Steve Seaman was suffering from severe neck pain. By using Ayurvedic techniques and special massage oils, this concentrated massage eased much muscle tension and improved circulation in the areas of the body that were bothering him. (below)
PODIKIZHI FOR MUSCLE SPASM AND OSTEOARTHRITIS

UDVARTHNAM-(CELLULITE REDUCTION)

AROMATHERAPY FACIAL
Kathy learned how valuable the art of Aromatherapy was to her. The therapist custom blended calming essential oils, cleansed and smoothed the skin using pure honey, oatmeal and almond scrub. This was mixed with fresh buttermilk to gently exfoliate dead skin cells, followed by a mask to promote healing and reduce oiliness. This is the perfect facial to leave oily skin super clean and healthy and look and feel as well as she did.

FOOT MASSAGE My tired and very aching feet were fixed right up by a delightful special treatment. Jaanvi applied pressure to the reflex points every part of the body is stimulated, while the nourishing Ayurvedic oils relax and soothe your feet.

Steves massage with herbal powder made from a strong mixture of 12 rejuvenating herbs was very effective. The powder was wrapped in a cloth bundle and soaked inside warm herbal oil and massaged on the body. This was followed by a steam bath that removed toxins & balanced the doshas.

RUDRAKSHA OR PYRAMID THERAPY This treatment helped to relieve stress, anxiety and mental disorders. Roop is the first spa in the U.S. to offer this powerful anti-stress treatment, that is rooted in Indian medical and religious traditions. Pyramids and Rudraksha beads are well known from ancient texts as potent healers for the body and mind and have been valued for centuries by Indian sages and Ayurvedic doctors for their balancing effects on the nervous system. The beads stimulate an electromagnetic field with vibrations that seem to soothe the tissues of the central nervous system. A feeling of relaxation, clairvoyance and tranquility will be experienced. Sleeping inside the pyramid relieves pain, expedites healing, strengthens muscle power, increases energy and rejuvenates the body and mind. Sylvia will attest to this.

Roop is the first spa in the United States that offers this ancient healing therapy. From the Rudraksha beads to the healing oils and herbs to the meditating effects of Pyramid therapy, your desire to reach a combination of sound body and mind will be realized here. Reward yourself as we did and feel the glow of well being and emotional balance that we experienced.

ROOP AYURVEDIC CENTER & DAY SPA 69 10TH STREET, HOBOKEN, NJ. 07030 GIFT CERTIFICATES TEL: 201-216-0013 FAX: 201-216-0014 EMAIL:ROOPHERBAL@COMCAST.NET WWW.ROOPHERBAL.COM

DISCOVER THE BALANCE OF THE COSMIC MIND AND THE COSMIC BODY
WHAT IS AYURVEDA?

Ayurveda is the traditional health care system of India, which dates back thousands of years, beyond the dawn of recorded history. The Sanskrit root Ayu means life, and Veda means pure knowledge. Ayurveda can thus be translated as the knowledge of the span of life. Roop has brought to the U.S.A. the useful knowledge of Ayurveda as it promotes the balance of the body and mind as one.

INSOMNIA-Massage the complete body. Get the flow of energy stimulated by pouring a continuous stream of lukewarm herbal oil mixture on the forehead from a perforated earthen pot that is suspended above for 50 minutes. This aids insomnia, mental stress, improves memory power by increasing blood circulation of the head and the brain. You will improve vision, enjoy better hearing, clear nasal problems and calm your body and mind. Ask me!

PROBLEM SKIN FACIAL Anil has developed new therapies for a variety of skin conditionsincluding breakouts, acne, acne vulgaris, eczema, psoriasis, freckles, sunburn, and wrinkles-with remarkable results. Each Facial is specially designed to address your individual complexion needs. Anil employs a mix of Chandan, Rose powder and pure herbs to cleanse and soften ones skin. A special mud from unpolluted reserves in India exfoliates your skin to remove impurities and toxins. A new you will emerge.

HERBAL DELIGHT BODY TREATMENT

They cover your body with Fruit Gel containing a special blend of fruits, fruit extracts and aloe infused with exotic Ayurvedic herbs. Then gently massage a mud mask consisting of Pelan from protected, unpolluted forest reserves in India and specially selected herbs and herbal extracts. This improves skin metabolism, promotes healthier blood network and regeneration of the skin's immune system. This will increase the skin's elasticity and restore its natural glow.

ANTI-AGING GOLD FACIAL Gail's rejuvenating treatment gave her complexion a lift and seemed to make her look years younger. Her blood circulation was boosted and sun and pollution damage was addressed to the moisture depleted skin. They put Roop's remarkable mixture of pure 24 carat Gold Pearl Powder and Diamond Powder, blended with fruit extracts and aloe on her face and gently massaged her with a special mud from India. This improved skins elasticity. She felt and looked firmer and years younger.

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