Fatima A.
Dubai
Unusual sensation at first but my eyes felt noticeably less strained for days afterward.
A 45-minute Ayurvedic eye treatment using warm medicated ghee pooled around the eyes to relieve strain and dryness.
Aimed squarely at guests whose work involves hours of screen time, this treatment uses a dough ring built around each eye to hold warmed medicated ghee in place.
A dam of dough is built around each eye and filled with warm ghee, which sits for around 10 minutes per side while you lie still.
Guests with screen fatigue, dry eyes, or general eye strain.
Dr. Anand Menon
Fourth-generation Vaidya, BAMS, 15 years in practice.
Backwater Silence Retreat
Alleppey, Kerala Backwaters
The traditional home of Ayurveda — slow backwater mornings, centuries-old treatment protocols, and a kitchen built around what's actually in season.
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Fatima A.
Dubai
Unusual sensation at first but my eyes felt noticeably less strained for days afterward.
Moderate cancellation
Full refund up to 7 days before check-in, 50% up to 3 days before.
₹1,700
per session
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