As practicing Tibetan Buddhists, Melanie and Robert Sachs have pursued Indian and Tibetan Ayurveda studies for over forty years. Recognized by such teachers as Dr. Deepak Chopra and other physicians of both eastern and western traditions, their published works in this field are considered the articulate and most usable texts available. The Sachs shall be instrumental in establishing the wellbeing and enlightened East-West bridge.

MELANI SACHS, Wellbeing Co-Director

MELANI SACHS, Wellbeing Co-Director

A certified Ayurvedic Lifestyle Counselor, Melanie Sachs' skill as a teacher and therapist, has made her well-qualified to author Ayurvedic Beauty Care (Lotus Light Publications), now a well-regarded resource for those in the expanding field of natural and conscious body care. Recent projects include Melanie and Robert's book, Ayurvedic Spa (Lotus Light Publications), an authoritative guide for practitioners. 

Melanie's work as a healing professional spans more than thirty years. Trained initially as an occupational therapist in Great Britain, she studied alternative approaches to healing under the guidance of Macrobiotic master Michio Kushi. She worked as a Macrobiotic counselor and cooking teacher independently and through holistic medical centers before becoming interested in Ayurveda.

  • In 1986, Melanie studied with Ayurvedic physician Dr. Vasant Lad. Melanie has refined many Ayurvedic techniques into successful spa services that her clients and students often say are just as soothing and healing to give as to receive.

  • Since 1995, Melanie has taught her refined Ayurvedic techniques to skincare professionals and massage therapists who work in today's growing spa industry. Together with her husband, Robert, Melanie owns and operates Diamond Way Ayurveda, providing education services, equipment, and products worldwide.

  • Melanie is recognized internationally as the authority for the application of Ayurveda to the beauty world. Her articles have been featured in many nationally syndicated magazines, including Skin, Inc., Les Nouvelles Esthetiques, and Natural Health. For the past twenty years, she has been a featured presenter at the International Esthetics and Cosmetics Conference and The International Congress of Esthetics.

  • She is the inspiration behind numerous proprietary essential oil formulations under the trade names Unlimited Mind (for Vata), Spontaneous Joy (for Pitta), and Rainbow Body (for Kapha).

  • Melanie has collaborated with Zak in opening the African Living Spa in Tanzania.