Massage

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Specifically targeting problem areas of muscle tension. Advanced massage techniques used to ease away the stresses and strains caused by daily life. Muscle tensions in the back, neck and shoulder areas will be eased, with the massage not only leaving you feeling exceptionally good, but relaxed and invigorated too.

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Benefits of Massage include:

• Enhanced feeling of relaxation and contentment

• Relief from pain, eg headaches and back pain and from stress and tension

• The release of endorphins, the body’s feel good hormones

• Improved blood and lymph circulation

• Increased energy levels and feels of vitality

• Injury recovery

• A general sense of health and well-being

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Facials

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If you’ve not had a facial treatment before, you’re missing out on a number of great benefits. A facial is primarily about improving the look, feel and health of your skin, but there are other reasons why thousands of people book facials in the UK each year.

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Listed below are five good reasons to treat yourself to a facial.

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• Better looking skin

Lots of people like getting facials for the aesthetic benefits. There are many elements that can damage the appearance of your skin such as the weather, working at a computer for long periods, natural ageing and a poor diet.

Because of stressful modern lifestyles our skin is often lacking vital minerals and a facial treatment with high quality products can let your face absorb what it needs to replenish itself.

• Taking time for yourself

So many of our lives are fast-paced these days and you may feel like you never have a minute to yourself. When you book in for a facial, you’re guaranteed half an hour or an hour of pure interrupted pampering.

Whether it’s for a special occasion or just to get some precious moments to unwind, a facial will provide you with a little bit of calmness in this busy world.

• Feeling more relaxed

While you’d expect to feel relaxed while you’re having a facial treatment done, the benefits can last well beyond your visit to the salon. Having a natural healthy radiance and feel to your skin will help you feel calmer and more at ease with yourself as you go about your day-to-day life.

Depending on the facial treatment you opt for, there may be minerals in the products that can help your body combat stress.

• Skin that feels better

If your skin is dehydrated and suffering from a lack of attention it can feel dry and generally unhealthy. After a facial people are often amazed at how taut and smooth their skin feels compared to before.

If you’ve neglected your skin for too long give it some TLC by booking yourself in for a professional facial.

• Improved confidence

Having clearer, brighter and healthier looking skin can help put a real spring in your step. Many women love the extra confidence a facial gives them. Whether you’re just feeling like you’re stuck in a rut or need a boost for something such as a job interview, a facial treatment could provide the answer.

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Indian Head Massage

  

It sounds divine doesn’t it?  A real treat.

 

But actually, Indian Head Massage isn’t simply a ‘treat’ – the benefits are really rather crucial and can assist with a variety of physical and emotional problems and concerns.

 

Here’s a few of them:

 

1. Helps prevent migraines, headaches and back pain

Often tension in the upper back, neck and head can lead to migraines, headaches and back pain which can make for uncomfortable living on a day to day basis and sometimes even lead to depression.

A massage therapist will start the Indian Head Massage by applying pressure to points in the upper back, arms and shoulders that will release muscles and knots. They will then move to the neck and head to reduce headache-causing blockages and encourage better circulation of the cerebral fluid.

 

 2. Promotes hair growth

This is a lovely side effect of the Indian Head Massage (if you’re trying to grow your hair anyway…). The massage increases nourishment and oxygen to the scalp and hair follicle which in turns stimulates hair growth. It’s a one way ticket to long, luscious locks!

 

 3. Detoxifies the body by stimulating lymphatic drainage

Indian Head Massage stimulates and improves lymphatic drainage and blood flow to the neck thus helping to remove waste products from the body.

 

 4. Relieves sleeplessness, restlessness and insomnia

These are often side-effects of stress and Indian Head Massage will immediately relieve stress and promote relaxation by attacking the physical symptoms, thus allowing for a deeper sense of wellbeing and relaxation and opening your body to better rest.

 

5. Relieves symptoms of anxiety and depression

Massaging the head encourages the supply of oxygen to the brain which is one of the best ways of reducing anxiety and of lifting one’s mood. Oxygen helps you think clearly and creatively and a similar effect is experienced through exercise.

 

6. Renews energy levels

An Indian Head Massage works with the Ayurvedic concept which goes beyond the limits of healing and places emphasis on balance. Working on the chakras through Indian Massage has a powerful effect in bringing the energy of the body back into balance.

 

7. Boosts memory capabilities

Often we have short-term memory difficulties because our brains are overloaded with disorganised thoughts, making it very difficult for us to efficiently ‘log’ and collect thoughts and occurrences.

Indian Head Massage slows us down, sensual awareness takes over, thoughts quieten and awareness is brought to the forefront.

 

Think of it like someone pressing your ‘reset’ button.

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Hot Stone Massage

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Hot stone massage is a natural therapy in which warmed stones are positioned on parts of the client's body of to maximize the therapeutic benefit. The stones used are typically river rocks or other very smooth-surfaced stones made of basalt. These stones are heated in sanitising water before use. The high iron content in basalt helps the stones retain heat during the massage. Hot stone massages are beneficial on both physical and psychological levels. Always check with your doctor before getting a hot stone massage; individuals with certain conditions -including pregnant women and people with high blood pressure--are advised to avoid this type of therapy.

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Muscle Relaxation

The heat from the stones helps your muscles relax, allowing the massage therapist to manipulate your deep tissues more effectively. Overly tense muscles can hinder the massage procedure, so if your muscles are extremely tight or stiff, the heated stones may provide the extra relaxation you need for the massage to be beneficial in releasing tension and easing sore muscles.

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Pain Relief

While all types of massage can help relieve pain caused by tense muscles, stiff joints or injuries, a hot stone massage may provide greater relief due to the intense nature of the massage. Because the hot stones allow the massage therapist to penetrate deeper, you may find that a hot stone massage leaves you feeling physically better than a Swedish or deep-tissue massage that does not incorporate heat. It is important to let your massage therapist know if you feel that the heat from the stones is too much or that the pressure he is using is too harsh. Pain or discomfort during the massage process can cause more harm than good after the massage is over.​

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Improved Circulation

Typically, a massage therapist allows the heated stones to rest on trigger points in your body before beginning the actual massage. As the heat from the stones penetrates into your deeper body tissues, your blood vessels open, resulting in improved circulation. Poor circulation can lead to fatigue, which tenses the muscles, and a buildup of fluid and lactic acid in the muscles. Increased circulation delivers more oxygen to the muscles, which can help ease aches and pains.

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Mental Benefits

Massage therapy can result in mental benefits as well as physical ones in many people. You may find that the relaxation afforded to you through a hot stone massage helps ease some of your mental stress and tension. A hot stone massage may also help you combat some of the symptoms of anxiety disorders and depression. While massage therapy is not a substitute for traditional medical or psychiatric care, it can be an integral part of your treatment plan.

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