Aromatherapy Massage
Aromatherapy massage is massage therapy with adding one or more scented plant oils called essential oils to address specific needs. Massage therapists can select oils that are energizing, stress-reducing, relaxing, and balancing, etc. One of the most common essential oils used is lavender. Aromatherapy massage is particularly suited for high stress-related conditions - Reduces stress, Improves blood pressure, Manages pain, Fights depression. Utilizing naturally extracted aromatic essences from plants to balance, harmonize and promote the health of body, mind and spirit. Deep Tissue Massage Deep tissue massage targets the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. The massage therapist uses slower strokes or friction techniques across the grain of the muscle. Deep tissue massage is used for chronically tight or painful muscles, repetitive strain, postural problems, or recovery from injury. Deep tissue massage is a type of massage therapy that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles. It is used for chronic aches and pain and contracted areas such as a stiff neck and upper back, low back pain, leg muscle tightness, and sore shoulders. People often feel sore for one to two days after deep tissue massage. Reflexology Reflexology uses special finger/thumb manipulations to stimulate reflex points, which will encourage the flow of energy to the corresponding body part. This gradually helps to restore homoeostasis (balance) and stimulate the body’s ability to heal itself, physically and emotionally. Although reflexology is sometimes called foot massage, it is more than simple foot massage. Reflexology involves applying pressure to certain points on the foot that correspond to organs and systems in the body. Reflexology is very relaxing, especially for people who stand on their feet all day or just have tired, achy feet. Sports Massage Sports massage is specifically designed for people who are involved in physical activity. But you don't have to be a professional athlete to have one-it's also used by people who are active and work out often. The focus isn't on relaxation but on preventing and treating injury and enhancing athletic performance. A combination of techniques used. The strokes are generally faster than Swedish massages. Facilitated stretching is a common technique. It loosens muscles and increases flexibility. |
Regular Manicure and Pedicure Regular manicures and pedicures provide the most basic nail care at a salon. A regular manicure includes soaking your hands in warm soapy water to soothe and soften dead skin cells. Your fingernails are cleaned, clipped and filed. The nail technician moisturizes your hands and polishes your nails with a base coat, a main coat and top coat. During a regular pedicure, you soak your feet in a warm tub of water. The nail technician scrubs your feet to rid them of any dead skin or imperfections. The technician clips and files your toenails and briefly massages your legs and feet before applying a soothing lotion. Your toenails are painted with a base coat, main coat and top coat of polish. French Manicure and Pedicure The French manicure and pedicure is chic and classic. Your hands and feet are treated the same way as they are during a regular manicure and pedicure. The technician applies a polish in a neutral translucent colour such as a clear white or pale pink over the entire nail, followed by white polish on the tips of the nails. This style of manicure and pedicure mimics and enhances the look of natural nails. Gel or Shellac Manicure and Pedicure A gel manicure or pedicure involves a special polish that does not chip for at least two weeks. Your nails are clipped and filed, and hands and feet are moisturized as in a regular manicure or pedicure. The gel polish is coloured gel, which looks and goes on like regular polish. After each application of each coat -- base, main and top -- the nail technician puts your nails underneath a UV light to dry the gel, a process known as curing, for 30 seconds to a minute. Nails are completely dry after this process. Salons may offer either gel polish or shellac. Shellac is similar to gel, but is usually priced a little higher because the polish is formulated in a different way than regular gel polish. Shellac takes less time to remove, though there are no noticeable differences between gel and shellac. The removal process can be done at home or at the salon and involves wrapping the nail in acetone using a special nail wrap or cotton ball soaked in acetone and secured with aluminium foil. After a few minutes, the polish is loosened and easily peeled off. Stone Manicure and Pedicure A hot stone manicure and pedicure involves all the treatment of a regular manicure and pedicure but with the addition of heated stones the technician places on your hands and feet. The hot stones provide relief for overworked hands and feet. |