September 12 – October 5
Discover the benefits of ancient Ayurvedic treatments designed to promote relaxation, detoxification, and inner balance. Through carefully selected techniques and medicated oils, your energy can once again flow freely, bringing a sense of lightness and vitality.
ABHYANGA & SWEDANA (60 min – €90)
Abhyanga is a traditional Ayurvedic massage using warm, medicated oils, gently applied to the body with long, flowing strokes.
This treatment:
✔ Relaxes the body and reduces stress
✔ Stimulates circulation and supports the elimination of toxins
✔ Improves skin tone and elasticity
✔ Strengthens the immune and nervous systems
The massage is followed by Swedana, a seated steam sauna (up to 65°C), which further supports the elimination of toxins.
Not recommended in cases of: fever, acute illness, pregnancy, common cold, and severe obesity.
SHIRODHARA (90 min – €120)
A deeply relaxing treatment in which a continuous stream of warm oil flows gently over the forehead, calming both the mind and body. The treatment includes Abhyanga (40 min) and Swedana. For best results, a series of three treatments is recommended.
Shirodhara:
✔ Helps relieve stress, insomnia, anxiety, and high blood pressure
✔ Promotes clarity of thought and mental clarity
✔ Supports hair regeneration and helps prevent premature graying
✔ May help with neurological conditions and depression
The treatment includes Abhyanga (30 min) and Swedana. For best results, a series of three treatments is recommended.
Not recommended in cases of: sinusitis, common cold, glaucoma, head or scalp injuries.
UDVARTHANA – HERBAL BODY SCRUB (70 min – €100)
A special treatment in which herbal powder is vigorously applied to the body after a warm oil massage. The treatment is followed by Swedana.
Udvarthana helps with:
✔ Cellulite and fatty deposits
✔ Improving skin texture and radiance
✔ Feelings of heaviness and lethargy
✔ Supporting the elimination of toxins
✔ Improving lymphatic system function
Not recommended in cases of: skin infections, psoriasis, eczema, and damaged or irritated skin.
KATI BASTI – LOWER BACK THERAPY (90 min – €120)
A specialized treatment involving the application of warm, medicated oil to the lower back, accompanied by a gentle massage.
Kati Basti:
✔ Relieves stiffness and back pain
✔ May help with sciatica, arthritis, and osteoporosis
✔ Strengthens the muscles, bones, and nervous system
✔ Helps relieve menstrual discomfort – performed before menstruation
Abhyanga and Swedana are performed before the treatment. For best results, the treatment should be performed for 3 consecutive days.
JANU BASTI – KNEE THERAPY (90 min – €120)
A specialized treatment in which warm, medicated oil is applied to the knees. It may be beneficial for:
✔ Osteoarthritis and osteoporosis
✔ Knee stiffness and pain
✔ Strengthening ligaments and tendons
✔ Relaxing muscles and reducing inflammation
The treatment is followed by Abhyanga and Swedana.
NETRA TARPANA – EYE TREATMENT (30 min – €50)
A restorative treatment performed using medicated ghee, which may help with:
✔ Dryness and redness of the eyes
✔ Frequent inflammation and eye fatigue
✔ Supporting healthy vision and overall eye health
NASYA – SINUS DETOXIFICATION (30 min – €50)
A therapy involving the application of medicated oils into the nostrils, accompanied by a gentle massage of the face and nose.
Nasya:
✔ Helps ease breathing and clear the sinuses
✔ May help relieve headaches and migraines
✔ Supports the nervous and endocrine systems
✔ May help with neck stiffness and facial paralysis
Not recommended in cases of: poor digestion, high fever, asthma, and cough.
Note: Treatments are not performed during menstruation or in cases of elevated body temperature.
About Ivona, Ayurvedic Therapist
Ivona Hemwati Peček, owner of Ayurveda Studio in Zagreb, is a specialist who combines tradition and modern science in her treatments. A long-time vegan, certified instructor of Yoga in Daily Life, and qualified Ayurvedic consultant, Ivona graduated in 2007 from Tilak Maharashtra University in India. She is deeply committed to the health and well-being of her clients.
Every year, Ivona travels to India to further develop her knowledge and skills in the fields of yoga and Ayurveda. In collaboration with the prestigious Wagholi College of Ayurveda in Pune, she regularly organizes visits to Croatia by renowned Ayurvedic physician Dr. Sukumar Sardeshmukh.
Ivona also leads exclusive trips to India, where she offers clients the opportunity to experience Panchakarma – an Ayurvedic cleansing and rejuvenation therapy aimed at supporting physical and mental well-being.
Through her association, Sattva, Ivona leads vegetarian cooking workshops based on Ayurvedic principles, contributing to the promotion of a healthy lifestyle and balanced nutrition in Croatia and Slovenia.
In addition, Ivona has a broad range of skills, including classical massage, reflexology, manual therapy, and cupping, enabling her to provide comprehensive care and therapeutic treatments to her clients.
Her work is deeply inspired by her love of nature, which is a source of her inner strength and creativity. Ivona also has a profound passion for music and singing, as she believes that art and health go hand in hand.