Candle Massage

Candle massage is a popular therapy for those wishing to immerse more of their senses into their massage. The delightful aromas, the warmth of the essential oils, the entire experience can offer a deeper, more profound relaxation than massage alone.

It is a luxurious unique treatment utilising massage candles made with superior skin nourishing ingredients. When lit the candles provide an intoxicating aroma and melt into a warm sumptuous massage oil. The warm oils with natural butters are drizzled over the skin and massaged with deep relaxing strokes to melt away tension and delicately nourish the skin.
This is a wonderful warming and relaxing treatment using Swedish Massage techniques to stretch, work and relax the muscles.

The candle is lit and left to burn until the oil appears in the candle that can then be either poured into the therapists hand or poured directly onto the skin and massaged in.

It is a great treatment for all clients as it hydrates the skin and gives warmth to relieve stress, aches or pains.

The Treatment

Candle massage uses techniques from both Aromatherapy and Holistic massage - these combined, for a full body treatment, offering a deeply relaxing and tranquil experience. The pressure traditionally used is soft yet firm - if you are looking for a massage that works deeper muscles, either a Swedish or Deep Tissue massage may be better suited for you.

After the treatment you are given the remainder of the massage candle to take home with you to use at your leisure.

Treatment Benefits

Promotes deep muscle and tissue relaxation
Heat from the candle wax allows your client to feel deep relaxation
Improved circulation as muscles have an increased blood supply
Lymphatic function increases due to general increase in circulation
Releases toxins
Alleviates stress
Calms the psyche
Heat relieves pain in muscles and joints
Tension in connective tissue is decreased
There is a deep comfort in receiving warmth on the body
Relaxes the mind and helps insomnia
Candle therapy unites the powers of mind, body, and spirit
Massage candles have healing and soothing properties
Massage candles offer anti-ageing properties and health benefits for the skin
The aroma uplifts the mood making one feel very content and calm
The treatment soothes and nourishes your senses; leaving you feeling refreshed, invigorated and it leaves your skin feeling truly soft

Before and After your Treatment

Here is some guidance on what to do to prepare for your treatment along with what you can expect after the treatment too

Try to avoid eating a large meal at least 1 hour before your treatment. Please also refrain from consuming alcohol or using other substances before any treatment or therapy.
Arrive on time. This insures that you don’t arrive flustered and stressed. It also means that you will get the most out of your treatment. We ask all clients to arrive 10-15 minutes before their treatment is due to begin.
Talk to your therapist. If you are concerned or anxious about anything to do with your treatment let us know. We want to make sure you are comfortable and relaxed.
We ask our clients to ensure they arrive clean and ready for their treatment. If you are coming straight from work or the gym, please let us know and we can arrange for the use of our shower facilities before the treatment. (A surcharge will apply).
All new clients will need to complete a full medical and lifestyle questionnaire before their treatment. All existing clients will need to complete a treatment record card before any subsequent treatments. This is to ensure we can provide you with the best possible care and to comply with our insurance policies.
Please wear loose comfortable clothing and appropriate underwear. For any spa treatments, a robe will be provided for your comfort.

Everyone client has to complete a medical and lifestyle questionaire on their first visit - we ask you to arrive early (approximately 20 minutes) to allow you time to complete this in our relaxation area. On every subsequent visit you will be asked to confirm that none of the details have changed. This is primarily for your protection and to ensure we are aware of any contra-indications before providing tretment. It is also a requirment of our insurers.

Drink plenty of water to help flush out toxins; massage aids the removal of toxins from the body
Coffee, tea and cola should be avoided as they contain caffeine. Aim to drink two glasses of water after each drink of tea or coffee if not. Or try to drink herbal infusions in place of tea or coffee
Avoid any headache tablets as these too contain caffeine
Avoid eating a heavy meal. Eat a light and natural diet, as refined and processed foods add to the toxicity levels within the body and hinder the natural healing process
Do not smoke or drink alcohol for the next 24 hours. Alcohol and smoking are counter-productive as they increase the levels of toxins in the body.

Healing Crisis

Some people may experience the following after treatment: