Aromatherapy massage in Wimbledon
Aromatherapy massage in Wimbledon is a slow, gentle massage using a few drops of plant oils mixed into a plain carrier oil. You can choose a scent you like, or ask for something very mild. Many people find the smell adds to the calm, though it is the massage itself that does most of the work.
What happens during your massage
Choosing a scent
You are offered a few oils to smell. Pick the one you like, or ask for an unscented carrier oil if you would rather not have any fragrance at all.
Blending the oil
A small amount of the plant oil is mixed into a carrier oil such as sweet almond or grapeseed. Plant oils are never put on the skin neat.
Long, flowing strokes
The massage uses smooth, steady strokes over the back, legs, arms and shoulders. The pressure stays soft to medium, so you can breathe in the scent and settle.
A slow finish
The session ends with gentle work on the neck and scalp. The oil stays on your skin, so you leave smelling faintly of the blend you chose.
What the oils are and how they are used
Plant oils, sometimes called essential oils, are strong extracts from flowers, leaves, peel and wood. Lavender, sweet orange, eucalyptus and frankincense are common examples. Because they are so concentrated, only a few drops go into each blend. You will not leave smelling like a perfume counter, just faintly of whatever you picked.
The carrier oil is the plain oil that makes the massage glide. It dilutes the plant oil so it is gentle on the skin. We avoid making claims about what each oil does inside the body. What we can say is that many people find a scent they like makes it easier to unwind.
Aromatherapy or Swedish massage?
The strokes in an aromatherapy massage are close to those in a Swedish massage, but the mood is softer. There is less kneading and more slow, sweeping work, and the pace is kept even from start to finish. The scent becomes part of the experience in a way it never does in a standard oil massage.
If you want firmer pressure on specific tight spots, Swedish or deep tissue would suit you better. If you mainly want to switch off after a busy week and enjoy a pleasant smell, aromatherapy is the gentler choice. You can always mention a sore area and ask for a little more attention there without changing the whole style.
Allergies, pregnancy and sensitive skin
Some plant oils can irritate sensitive skin, and some carrier oils come from nuts. Please list any allergies in your enquiry, even mild ones, so we can choose an oil that is safe for you or leave the plant oils out altogether.
Certain oils are not advised during pregnancy, especially in the early weeks. If you are expecting, speak to your midwife or GP first and tell us, and we may suggest our pregnancy massage. People with asthma or migraines triggered by smells should mention that too.
Aromatherapy massage prices
A typical guide for Wimbledon. We confirm your exact price when we reply.
Aromatherapy massage questions
What oils are used in aromatherapy massage?
A few drops of a plant oil such as lavender or sweet orange, blended into a carrier oil. You can smell the options and pick one. Let us know about any allergies, especially to nuts, before your visit.
Can I have aromatherapy massage if I am pregnant?
Some plant oils are not recommended in pregnancy. Check with your midwife or GP first and tell us in your enquiry. We may suggest a pregnancy massage, or an unscented oil instead.
Should I shower after an aromatherapy massage?
There is no need to rush. Many people like to leave the oil on for a few hours so the scent lingers. If your skin feels greasy or you have plans, a warm shower later in the day is fine.
Is aromatherapy massage good for stress?
We cannot promise it will change how you feel, but many people say a slow massage with a scent they like helps them feel calmer. If stress is affecting your health, it is worth talking to your GP.
How do I book an aromatherapy massage in Wimbledon?
Select aromatherapy in the booking form, choose a length and a time that suits, and leave your details along with any allergies. We reply to confirm the time, the place and the price.
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