43. What Ayurveda Gets Right About Oils (and Modern Beauty Misses)

Why is Ayurveda so obsessed with oils? In this beautifully textured conversation, Kate O’Donnell welcomes Osi Mizrahi—founder of OSI Oils—to explore the sacred role of oils in Ayurvedic practice. From cooking herbs for three days to customizing breast, belly, and hair oils, Osi shares her personal healing journey, business wisdom, and why oil is truly love (Sneha). You’ll learn what oils to use, how to use them, and even how to keep your sheets and shower clean in the process. This episode is an inspiring celebration of Ayurvedic ritual, slow beauty, and living from the inside out. In This Episode with Osi Mizrahi: What makes Ayurvedic oil preparation so unique Why Sneha means both “oil” and “love” in Sanskrit The importance of warming oil, self-massage, and ritual How Ayurvedic oils support digestion, hormones, skin, and nervous system regulation Osi’s favorite tips for keeping your linens and pipes clean The emotional and spiritual benefits of daily oiling A candid discussion on authenticity, entrepreneurship, and the business of healing Guest Bio: Osi Mizrahi is the founder of OSI Oils, a wellness brand rooted in Ayurvedic tradition and slow beauty. Her hand-crafted oils are made in small batches using classical methods and ethically sourced herbs. After a deeply personal health journey, Osi became passionate about making Ayurvedic practices accessible, sensual, and joyful. She also coaches women entrepreneurs and is the author of the upcoming memoir Desert Flower. Relevant Links: Shop OSI Oils: https://www.osioils.com/?ref_cca=kateodonnell Osi’s Coaching + Book: https://osimizMizrahi.com/ Follow Osi on Instagram: @osioils Love what you heard? Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and explore more Ayurvedic practices in Kate’s bestselling books and courses. Connect with Kate: https://www.healwithkate.org Women's Health Collection: https://courses.ayurvedicliving.institute/collections/womens-healthhttps://courses.ayurvedicliving.institute/products/courses/copy-of-fall-community-cleanse-2024 Gift Guide: https://courses.ayurvedicliving.institute/products/digital_downloads/gift-guide Ayurvedic Living Institute Membership: https://ayurvedicliving.institute/membership

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