Oil Massage or Aromatherapy is not just a massage using aromatic oils. A consultation by an aroma
therapist is conducted prior to treatment to assess the client's general health, diet and exercise regimes
before a personalised oil blend is created. Whilst the
blend that is created can vary from energising to
relaxing, the massage technique consists mainly of long, gentle, stroking movements to calm and soothe the nerves, focusing on lymphatic drainage.
The rate of absorption of the oil is increased during massage. Essential oils are extracted from an array of plant sources such as petals, leaves, roots and stalks and are composed of tiny molecules which are easily dissolved in alcohol, emulsifiers and fats. During Aromatherapy Massage, the oils penetrate through the skin tissue into the bloodstream. It is used in pain relief management, treatment of emotional stress and generally helps to enhance the quality of life.
