Salon Treatments - Aromatherapy Massage

Aromatherapy is the art of using oils for healing. The oils are absorbed into the body via the skin's pores during massage or by inhalation through the nose.    The molecules within the oils enter the bloodstream, and from there target the nervous system, thus affecting ones emotional and physical well being.

      
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Aromatherapy massage is a treatment of the face, scalp and body using pure essential oils. These natural oils are extracted from plants and flowers and have their own unique properties. Some are relaxing and soothing helping to relieve stress and tension, others are refreshing and restore energy, whilst others balance and harmonise the body and can be used to help specific problems.

         
Aromatherapy can be of benefit to most people and is particularly helpful with stress related problems. The importance of maintaining a balance in the body is now well recognised and regular treatments are especially beneficial to people who have busy, stressful lives.
           

           
You do not have to be unwell to have a treatment as feeling relaxed allows the body to function efficiently, which in turn can prevent illness. The massage is smooth and gentle, aiding lymphatic drainage. The oils are specifically selected for each individual.
           

           
Some benefits of Aromatherapy :
           
Stimulates and tones the skin, improves muscle function

Stimulates blood & lymph circulation

Calms & soothes the nervous system

Restores energy

Balances & harmonises functions of the body organs

Helps regulate glandular activity
           

           

           
Aromatherapy massage lasts around 60 minutes and can help provide relief for a variety of conditions including arthritis, acne, back pain, PMT, depression, cold infections, insomnia and respiratory problems.


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Salon Treatments - Holistic Facial

Many treatments are offered in a Holistic & Beauty Salon so I thought I'd give a little insight into what some of these treatments are all about. 

As my heart is in the Holistic side of this business I have decided to start with that, but firstly what does Holistic mean ... Holistic health is a concept in medical practice upholding that all aspects of people's needs, psychological, physical and social should be taken into account and seen as a whole.

Therefore all holistic treatments are actually treating the whole body on a physical & psychological level.

One of the most relaxing Holistic treatments I perform and equally love to receive is the Holistic Facial.

Looking good starts with great skin, and aromatherapy can help you achieve this in various ways. Holistic Facial is a massage using essential oils, and has the same principles as aromatherapy. The essential oils are so minute that they will get through the five layers of  skin and be carried around the body through circulation. Holistic Facial concentrates on the the upper body, neck, head and face. The remarkable penetrative properties of essential ils make them excellent moisturisers.

The facial skin is the most delicate skin on the body. Having a good cleansing routine and massage can really help the skin stay in good condition by cleansing and draining the lymph which filters out the waste products. Regular facial is also very good for keeping wrinkles at bay, by the massage techniques applied.

Having a professional facial treatment has so many therapeutic benefits. Our face is the 'front' that we present to the world, and it can only too clearly show all the tensions and stress in our lives. When we're tired, unhappy, run-down, stressed or ill, it shows in our faces. Holistic Facial is soothing and relaxing, and the results are amazing.  Wrinkles seem reduced and the skin appears rejuvenated, giving a much sought after 'instant face lift' without painful invasive surgery.

Introduce a Holistic Facial Massage into your daily life and you'll see the difference. The Aromatherapy oils, cleansers and toners have so many powerful benefits to help with all types and conditions.

For many this is a very soothing and relaxing treatment. A lot of tension can build up in the head, neck and face. The different techniques included in the massage help to remove congestion and release tension.

The face is cleansed, tones and gently scrubbed, then massaged, using essential oils to suit your skin type.
Three different forms of massage may be used. The European Method followed by Pressure Point and/or Lymph Drainage Massage.
A mask is applied to the face and left for 10 minutes during which time a short scalp massage is carried out.

A hydrating moisturiser finishes this facial treatment.

A Holistic Facial treatment lasts for about 45 minutes.

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