Snehan means Oleation or to make smooth
Snehan is of two types – internal and external.
Internal administration of Snehan is again classified into
Achhasnehapan – intake of ghee, oil, muscle fat, bone marrow in high doses
Vicharna – intake of Snehan dravya in small doses as preparatory measure (purva karma) of shodhana therapy
External Snehan is known as ABHYANGA.
Snehan refers to the administration of medicated fats or the massage of oil over the skin for a specific period.
अभ्यङ्गं आचरेत् नित्यं, स जरा श्रमवातहा ।
दृष्टिप्रसाद पुष्टि आयु:स्वप्नसुत्वक्त्वदार्ढ्यकृत् ॥
Abhyanga / OIL massage should be done daily, it delays ageing, relieves exertion and excess of vata (aches and pains), it improves vision, nourishes body tissues, prolongs age, induces good sleep and improves skin tone and complexion