Aromatherapy Massage

This is a lighter treatment than holistic massage and therefore may be more relaxing. Essential oils extracted from flowers, herbs, trees and roots are applied to the body mixed in to a carrier oil. The essential oils all have different healing properties and following your consultation I will select a combination of oils which are chosen for their individual therapeutic effects.

Aromatherapy Massage

An aromatherapy massage combines the healing power of touch with the therapeutic properties of essential oils to aid the prevention and treatment of a variety of conditions. Essential oils which are extracted from flowers, herbs, trees and roots are diluted in a carrier oils such as grapeseed or sweet almond to produce a blend individually prepared for each client.

How will you select the essential oils for me?

Following the initial consultation I will identify the main conditions that have brought you for a treatment. This information will then be used to select 2 or 3 oils that will provide a good combination for treating your condition. I do not use pre-prepared blends.

How do the oils work in an aromatherapy massage?

The oils are absorbed through the skin using slow firm strokes. As the oils penetrate the skin the aroma stimulates the olfactory system � the part of your brain linked to smell. This transfers a signal to the brain�s limbic system which controls emotions and stores and retrieves memories. This in turn triggers chemicals to be released.

What conditions does aromatherapy treat?

The most notable affect of an aromatherapy massage is that it will be deeply relaxing

Conditions which may respond well to aromatherapy are:

•  hormonal imbalances
•  digestive disorders
•  skin disorders
•  sleep disorders

Aromatherapy massage may also encourage the immune system to work more efficiently.

Conditions such as backache, headaches and irritable bowel syndrome may be linked to stress which is why they may respond readily to regular aromatherapy massage.

Can all oils be used for everybody?

Some oils have contraindications for conditions such as epilepsy, high and low blood pressure and when clients are using homeopathic medicines. This is why a detailed consultation is important before using any aromatherapy oils.