How I’m Using Ancient Ayurvedic Oils to Beat the Summer Heat

Is it just me, or does the heat get more unbearable every year? I’ve been feeling so drained lately — headaches, restless sleep, skin flaring up — classic signs my body’s running too hot. Instead of living under a fan 24/7, I decided to dive into something different: Ayurvedic cooling oils.

Now, I’m no expert, but I’ve always been curious about Ayurveda — that ancient wellness system from India that focuses on balance and natural remedies. Turns out, there are specific oils designed to literally cool your body down, inside and out. And let me tell you, once I tried them, I wished I’d known sooner.

Coconut oil is the easiest one to start with. You probably have it in your kitchen already. Massaging it into your scalp or skin is insanely soothing, especially after being outside. I actually stumbled across this simple tip when I saw someone’s cooling oil routine on Instagram at instagram.com/p/DLkLLu1pMUp — looked relaxing, so I gave it a shot. Total game-changer.

Then there’s Brahmi oil. It’s not just for the body — it’s known to cool your system and calm your mind. I’ve been dealing with stress lately, so hearing people talk about using Brahmi to cool down both physically and mentally on Threads really got my attention. You can see the conversation at threads.com/@askayurveda_24/post/DLkLLvrqpzx.

Sandalwood oil is another gem I’ve been trying. Not only does it smell incredible, but it’s great for reducing redness or irritated skin. I picked up a few DIY skincare ideas for using sandalwood from Pinterest — the board is at pinterest.com/pin/895934919624962388.

What’s cool is, more people are bringing these ancient tips into modern life. I saw this thoughtful post on LinkedIn talking about Ayurvedic cooling rituals for professionals — linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:share:7345790966999433216 — makes sense, because even work stress can crank up your body heat.

And it’s not just for wellness gurus. Everyday folks like us are jumping in. I spotted a Facebook discussion about using cooling oils for better sleep and skin relief — facebook.com/885804900366149/posts/1047925870820717. Plus, someone shared a great reminder on Twitter about how seasonal body care matters more than we think — twitter.com/1857364984759541760/status/1940025186268422383.

If you’re curious about trying this, I recommend checking out the guide I found from Ask Ayurveda. They break down which oils reduce body heat best, plus how to use them safely. You’ll find the article at ask-ayurveda.com/articles/1194-which-oils-reduce-body-heat-best-ayurvedic-oils-and-how-to-use-them.