Aromatherapy

Dating back to Egyptian times, aromatherapy uses essential oils – each with unique properties that can be blended together to create a tailored treatment that works on the individual’s physical body, mind and soul.  Essential oils are concentrated essences extracted from the flowers, fruit, seeds, leaves and the bark of certain plants.  Between 40 and 50 of these oils are commonly used in aromatherapy, with each essential oil having its own individual properties (e.g. lavender is a relaxing oil which is beneficial to help with sleeping problems, relieving muscular tension and anxiety, as well as balancing sebum in oily skin).

Oils are absorbed through the skin into the bloodstream and depending on the type of oil, have an effect on specific organs and functions of the body.  The warm, scented oils not only combine to create a sensory and restoring physical treatment but deliver lasting benefits as they are absorbed into the body.

Aromatherapy can help treat a variety of ailments such as

  • muscular aches and pains
  • digestive complaints
  • headaches, migraines, colds and sinusitis
  • allergies
  • immune system deficiencies
  • respiratory problems
  • skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis, acne etc.)
  • menstrual and menopausal problems, PMT
  • sleep disturbances
  • anxiety, stress and depression
  • fatigue
  • arthritis and other joint problems
  • urinary tract infections, cystitis

Please ask about any preparation required for massage treatments and we will be happy to advise.  Every treatment is followed by specific advice that will help you maximise the benefits of the massage and to promote your general well-being.