Relax with an Indian Head Massage

Benefits of Indian Head Massage

Indian head massage is a relaxing holistic treatment that uses acupressure massage to release the stress that has accumulated in the tissues, muscles and joints of the head, face, neck, and shoulders.

It originates from an Indian alternative medicine system used for over 5,000 years, called Ayurveda, (‘science of life’). Its aim is to re-balance your body's energies.

 Book an Indian Head Massage for 30 minutes and as an option add an additional 40 minutes and enjoy our Customized Express Facial.

 What to expect

An Indian head massage focuses on the parts of the body most prone to stress and tension usually starting with the shoulders. The upper back may also be massaged working around the shoulder blade. Following this, flowing motions will move up the neck massaging and stretching to relieve any stress and tension. Finally, the scalp forehead, and area around the eyes are massaged along the acupressure points on the head. The upper back and arms can also be massaged depending on the techniques being used.

Essential oils combined with the massage condition the hair and promote healthy skin. Coconut and almond oil are the most popular to use, which are perfect for dry hair. Mustard oil, sesame oil, olive oil, and jasmine oil can also be used with varying specific benefits for skin and hair health.

The benefits of Indian head massage

 There are so many benefits to Indian head massage:

  • Increased oxygen in the hair follicles which stimulates growth and health.  

  • Prevents headaches and migraines by releasing tension in the head and neck area and relieving muscle stiffness

  • Renews and balances energy levels

  • Relieves symptoms of depression and anxiety through relaxation

  • Stimulates lymphatic drainage by circulating blood to the neck area

  • Better sleep by reducing stress

After an Indian Head Massage, you are likely to feel relaxed, serene, ache-free, clear-headed, and ready to get back to work or take your kids to the park to play, or you may feel so relaxed that like you just want to curl up and take a nap and that is ok too. It might be good to schedule your massage when you have a free day to enjoy all the benefits.

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