Equipment Needed

Massage table
Bowl (copper, silver, stainless steel are the most common)
Oil heater
Thermometer
Warming tray or hot plate for keeping oil warm throughout the treatment
Shirodhara stand or means of hanging the bowl
Receiving station for channeling the oil as it drains off the client’s forehead
Gauze strips (or something similar)
Stainless steel pitchers (1 or 2) for collecting the oil and re-pouring
Cotton balls for protecting the client’s eyes
Washcloth or towel to place over the cotton balls (also for eye protection)
Drop cloth or towels on the floor to catch any oil that splashes and for clean-up
Receptacle for the used oil

Optional equipment