Everyone loves a good massage to de-stress and unwind. The hard part is figuring out which massage is right for you. Here are some of the most popular…

Swedish

The main purpose of Swedish massage is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles. Swedish massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes. It increases circulation without increasing heart load. It stretches the ligaments and tendons keeping them supple and pliable. And it reduces stress, both emotional and physical, and is suggested in a regular program for stress management.

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy massage is massage therapy, but with highly concentrated plant oils, called essential oils, added to the massage oil or lotion. How does aromatherapy massage work? The nostrils are attached to a part of the brain called the limbic system. The limbic system controls emotions and influences the nervous system and hormones. When you inhale essential oil molecules, messages are transmitted to the limbic system and affect heart rate, stress level, blood pressure, breathing, memory, digestion, and the immune system.

Ayurvedic

Abhyangam is the signature Ayurvedic massage which goes back 5,000 years and is a part of the holistic healing tradition from India. It acts as a powerful recharger and rejuvenator of mind and body and experts say it should be part of one’s daily routine, as it is nourishing, pacifies Vata and Kapha, relieves fatigue, provides stamina, pleasure and perfect sleep, enhances the complexion and the luster of the skin, promotes longevity and nourishes all parts of the body.

Reflexology

This ancient Chinese massage of the feet and hands restores the flow of energy throughout the body. Reflexology points corresponding to all organs, systems and glands are stimulated to promote a sense of equalised wellbeing. Practitioners believe the foot to be divided into a number of reflex zones corresponding to all zones of the energy of the body, and that applying pressure in the form of massage to tight areas of a person’s foot will stimulate the corresponding part of the energy body and assist the self-healing process.