Aromatherapy Oil Massage (Healing With Natural Essential Oil)

· Those in Chiang Mai, Thailand looking for relaxing oil massage.
· Those with body soreness from daily activities.
· Those with dry skin.
· Those who wish to experience a good quality soothing oil massage.
· Those who wish to nourish and add moisture to the skin.

Aromatherapy oil massage, similar to hot oil massage, is a soothing procedure that helps to reduce muscle tension as well as toning and conditioning them. Other than having effects on the muscles, the oil cleanses and freshens your skin; it also enhances skin moisture as well as softening.

What is different from hot oil massage is that this procedure utilizes natural essential oil for the massage. Essential oils, in general, promote healing, well-being, and relaxation. Essential oils are different from other oil as they have unique scents and distinct functions, mainly play important role in stress-reducing, anxiety reliever, also in helping your body conditions as to how you may have heard that lavender helps with good sleep.

Aromatherapy oil massage adapts Swedish massage therapy with massage oil or lotion that is consisted of essential oils in high concentration. During the massage, as essential oils are naturally scented, you would inhale those essential oil molecules and at the same time absorb them through your skin. Essential oil promotes beneficial changes to your mind and body and known as a safe product, except for some people with special conditions.

For this treatment, 1 session is 60 mins.

1. For some cases, the history of skin condition may be further inquired
2. Choices of aromatherapy oil will be given
3. Foot wash
4. Changing of clothes
5. Application of aromatherapy oil onto the body
6. Massage procedure
7. Changing of clothes after the massage without showering
8. No showering recommended for at least 1 hr after the massage

<Advantages>
· Calms the mind and body
· Soothes the body
· Relieves muscle tension
· Enhances skin moisture
· Improves sleep quality
· Helps with anxiety
· Alleviates swelling of muscles

<Limitations>
· Not suitable for certain severe skin conditions
· No showering for at least 1 hr after the massage

· Pregnancy
· Sensitive skin
· Menstruation
· Hypoglycemic
· Asthma
· High body temperature
· Severe varicose veins
· Epilepsy
· High blood pressure
· Low blood pressure

The following essential oils should be avoided:
· Aniseed
· Basil
· Birch
· Parsley
· Pennyroyal
· Sage
· Tarragon
· Wintergreen

Q1: Is massage good during menstruation?
A1: No, massage is not recommended during menstruation as it can increase the blood flow.

Q2: Is this massage suitable for people with sports injuries?
A2: Yes, the massage can help to reduce tension and increase vitality.

Q3: Will the massage hurt?
A3: No, pressure may be applied to relieve soreness but the hurt will be in the "feel good" range.

Q4: How often should I get a massage?
A4: If you are looking to address a specific condition, it is recommended to have more frequent sessions at first and then slowly taper down to a maintenance schedule.

Q5: Should I shave my legs before my massage or body treatment?
A5: Shaving is recommended but please be sure to do so no less than four hours prior to your scheduled appointment. Certain products may irritate newly-shaven skin.

[Spa Name] Fah Lanna Spa
[Location] Chiang Mai, Thailand
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] A 15 mins drive from Chiang Mai International Airport, and 10 mins from the popular shopping centers such as Central Festival, MAYA Lifestyle, and CentralPlaza Chiang Mai
[Spa Opening Time] Monday to Sunday (10:00AM - 10:00PM) *Last appointment 9:00PM