Blooming Spa

Unwind, relax, indulge and let go of your worries.

Relaxing the mind and revitalizing the body seems to be what everybody needs nowadays, after a hectic schedule, a busy lifestyle and a stressful city living.

But when and how can you afford to take time off to free yourself from so much stress take time to relax your body and revitalize your senses with your busy lifestyle?

At Let's Relax you can let loose, reward yourself, indulge , relax and enjoy the fineness pleasure of pampering yourself.

Let's Relax day spa was established year 1998 in Chiang Mai City. As we continue our excellent services our valued clients tremendously spread the news of our exceptional services of our professional therapists. Therefore, as part of our gratitude, we make it a point to grow each day to serve you better and to suit your every need from treatments to branches. Let's Relax now has 6 day spas conveniently located throughout the kingdom, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Phuket and Bangkok.

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Prim Thai Spa & Herbals

Home Made Thai Spa products. Herbal & botanical for beauty. Lets make A Real Touch of Thai Spa at your home.. We delivery world--wide to your door (no minimum order). Money back guarantee!!

- Virgin Coconut Oil
100% Natural Anti-Aging
Fermented 100% virgin coconut oil riches of vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants help in reviving, moisturising and blooming new younger skin. No sticky. Fast absorb into skin with natural aromatic coconut scent.
85 ml. THB 180.-

-Bath Salts
Relaxing Soak @ Home
BATH SALTS
Give yourself the same heavenly feel with a relaxing soak at home by adding handcrafted aromatherapy bath salts to your bath. Feel how soft your skin can feel after polishing yourself with our bath salts.

160g. THB 80.-

-Herbal Scrub Salts
Thai Traditional Beauty Secret
Tamarind & White Sesame compound
Refreshing and clarifying. Natural astringent revitalizes your skin. Lighten the appearance of dark spots and rich of Vitamin E from sesame prevents wrinkles and fine lines. Value of natural AHA from tamarind helps blooming your new skin.
350g. THB 100.-

-Bathing Cream
Orange Lovers
Orange-Curcumin
Help to clean and soften skin. An anti-oxidant in curcumin help in blood circulatory and brighten a younger skin
100 g. THB 80.-

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Spa Products (Prim thai spa & herbals)

OIL & AROMA THERAPY น้ำมันหอมระเหย และน้ำมันนวดผิว

1. Virgin Coconut Oil (100% Natural Cold Pressed Process) เวอร์จินโคโคนัทออยล์ (ผลิตโดยวิธีบีบเย็น)

2. (Assorted) Aroma Therapy Body Massage Oil (Sweet Almond and Mineral based) (มาสสาจออยล์ แต่งกลิ่นตามที่ท่านเลือก)

MASK มาส์คพอกหน้า

1. Traditional Aryuraveja Mask Powder (ผงสมุนไพรนวดผิวอายุรเวท)

2. Detoxify Mask Powder (ผงสมุนไพรนวดผิวล้างพิษ)

3. Collagenic Body Mask Powder (ผงสมุนไพรนวดผิวลดริ้วรอย)

4. In-Shape Boday Mask Powder (ผงสมุนไพรลดเซลลูไลท์)

SALTS & SCRUB เกลือและน้ำตาลขัดผิว

1. Sugar Scrub (น้ำตาลขัดผิว)

2. Baht Salts (Relaxing Soak @ Home) (เกลือสปาแช่อาบ ใช้ใส่อ่างอาบน้ำ อ่างแช่มือ-เท้าเพื่อความสะอาดและนุ่มนวลพร้อมกลิ่นอโรมาเธอราพีตามที่ท่านเลือก)

3. Herbal Spa Salts (เกลือสปาผสมสมุนไพรขัดผิว (ชนิดแห้ง))

4. Herbal Scrub Salts (Tamarind compound) (เกลือสปาขัดผิวมะขาม-ขมิ้นชัน (ชนิดเปียก))

5. Charcoal Scrub (ผงขัดผิวถ่านไม้ไผ่)

SOAP & BATHING สบู่ และบาธครีม

1. Orange Lover Bathing Cream (ครีบอาบน้ำ ออเรนจ์เลิฟเวอร์ สูตรขมิ้นชัน-น้ำมันผิวส้ม)

2. Mangosteen Soap (สบู่มังคุด)

3. Strawberry Soap (สบู่สตอเบอร์รี)

4. Orange Peel Soap (สบู่ผิวส้ม)

5. Tamarind Soap (สบู่มะขาม)

6. Lemon Peel Soap (สบู่ผิวมะนาว)

Payment/Delivery


Payment Info:

- The payment can be made as per your preferable methods i.e. transfer of money to our bank account or via credit card. The initial payment (50%) is acceptable for all the world-wide order and the rest portion to be paid after received the goods.

Delivery Methods Info:

Free delivery for Thailand-wide.

For overseas, the delivery cost is depend on area to be delivered and the rate to be quoted is case by case which PTS will offer the best delivery rate (duration, rate and safeness) to the customers.

Delivery method and fee to be discussed and mutual agreed between PTS and customer before deliver.

We're seriously careful on the quality of our delivery. Correct, Good Condition & On Time is our Goal!

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Massage Technique - Vibration and Shaking

Description

Vibration is a fine, gentle trembling movement of the tissues which is performed by your hand or fingers. Shaking is a large: movement performed more vigorously.

To perform vibration place the palmar surface of your hand on the part of the body or the limb to be treated. Vibrate the entire muscle area rapidly. The movement may either be gentle, in which case it is known as 'vibration', or vigorous, which is referred to as 'shaking'. Gentle vibration can be performed using just the fingertips along the course of a nerve.

Benefits

Vibration along the course of a nerve is helpful for restoring and maintaining the functions of a nerve and the muscles supplied by them, thereby improving their nutrition. It is particularly useful in cases of paralysis or where there is loss of nerve power.

Vibrating and shaking can be performed on the abdominal area to aid digestion and relieve flatulence. It can be used to promote tone in the colon and to combat constipation.

Vibration and shaking over the thoracic area and chest is particularly beneficial for respiratory problems such as asthma, sometimes in combination with the tapotement movements.


Errors to avoid

Do not perform vibration and shaking where there is inflammation.
Do not apply too much pressure.

Exercises for your hands

It is essential to exercise your hands in order to improve flexibility, increase strength, heighten sensitivity and achieve an expert touch.
To increase flexibility and strength
Hold a small rubber ball in your hand and squeeze and relax your fingers around the ball repeatedly. Now exercise the other hand in the same way.
Gently pull and stretch out the thumb and fingers of each hand one by one. Then circle each one carefully.
Place your hands face down and shake them out from the wrists as loosely and as rapidly as possible.
With fingers relaxed, circle both wrists clockwise and anticlockwise. You can also perform this movement with your fists clenched.
With hands relaxed, bend each joint and slowly close each hand into a fist with the thumb outside the fingers. You can also perform this movement rapidly ensuring that a fist is made each time.
Throw out your fingers so that they are separated and extended as far as possible. Repeat at least ten times.
Tuck your elbows closely into your waist and rotate your loose wrists and forearms quickly in both directions.
Place the palms of your hands together in a prayer position. Rapidly rub your hands together in a backwards and forwards motion. Notice the heat produced by this movement.
Practise hacking and cupping on a cushion, remembering to keep your elbows closely tucked in and gradually building up speed.

To increase sensitivity

Bring the palms of your hands close to each other so that they are almost touching. Close your eyes and take note of unusual sensations such as tingling, heat, vibrations or pulsation. Now slowly separate your hands until they are about 5 cm (2 inches) apart. Then return them to the original position and again note any sensations. Now expand the gap to about 10 cm (4 inches) and then to 15 em (6 inches), all the time observing any reactions.

Ask a partner to sit opposite you. Place your hands approximately 5 cm (3 inches) away from his or her body, starting at the head. Move your hands slowly and steadily down the body to scan the energy field. You may feel temperature changes, tingling, vibrations, pulsations or electric shock type sensations. Repeat this exercise with your hands about 20 cm (8 inches) away from the person to be scanned.

Place a coin under a magazine and with your eyes closed try to find the coin by careful palpation of the upper surface of the magazine. If this is too difficult at first, place the coin under a few sheets of paper and then try to sense its position. Gradually increase the thickness of the barrier between your fingers and the coin until you can find the coin under a telephone directory!

Place a human hair under a piece of paper and with your eyes closed try to sense it under the page. Once you can do this easily, place the hair under several pages and repeat the exercise.

Place a selection of objects made of different materials (e.g. clay, rubber, plastic, metal, wood) in front of you. With your eyes closed pick up each one in turn and feel the different shapes, texture and flexibility of each item.

Sit opposite a partner at a table. Ask your partner to rest one or both arms in a relaxed position on the table. Place one of your hands on to your partner's forearm and the other hand on the table. Focus your attention on what you are feeling. Sense the contrast between living tissue and non-living. You may even feel your hand being 'drawn' towards a certain area of the forearm, wrist or upper arm - if there has been an injury at some time this will still manifest in the tissues.

When performing these exercises ensure that you concentrate fully and use light and slow pressure to get maximum sensory input. Relax your hands as much as possible - rigid, hard hands are not nearly as effective.

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Self Massage Face and Scalp

Self-massage is often just as therapeutic as being given a massage by someone else and you should try to do it on a regular basis; it can boost energy levels when you are feeling exhausted, ease aches and pains, banish he tensions of the day, and, most importantly, provide you with the opportunity to spend time on yourself.

Feeling your way to a full facial

The face and scalp are especially well suited to self-massage; we instinctively stroke our foreheads when we have a headache and hold our foreheads when concentrating. The face contains a huge number of nerve receptors and, therefore, a face massage can have profound effects all through the body, changing our mood, enhancing relaxation, and controlling pain. The scalp, too, can store a surprising amount of tension­the skin will feel taut and difficult to move if it is not relaxed.

Stroke your whole face with soft, molding hands. Then, with the fingers of both hands, stroke slowly and firmly from the center of your forehead out to your temples. Stroke under your cheekbones, from your nose to your ears; this can help if you suffer from sinus congestion. Then stroke from your mouth out toward the edges of your jaw.
Explore your face with circular finger pressures, moving your skin against the underlying muscles. Vary the size, depth, and direction of the circles; try flat, shallow circles and deep, penetrating spirals. Feel for any taut, overused muscles and pay particular attention to your jaw, since tension is often stored there.
Gently squeeze and pull your ears with your thumb and forefinger, working around all the nooks and crannies.
Place a palm over each ear, then slowly and gently move your ears up and down in a circular motion, easing pressure on the upward movement. The noise you will hear sounds like the sea and i am sure you will find it very soothing.
Gently stroke around your right eye with your right hand and your left eye with your left hand at the same time. Then squeeze along each eyebrow from the bridge of your nose to your temples using your index fingers and thumbs. If you find a particularly tight spot, keep holding this point until the tension eases.
Use the pads of your fingers to tap lightly under your eyes and over your eyelids. The sensation should resemble lightly falling rain. This movement helps disperse congestion in the area and reduce puffiness around the eyes that can be caused by tiredness.
Place your palms on your temples, with your fingers resting on your head, and slowly circle your palms ten times in one direction and ten times in the other. Then make circular palm pressures all over your scalp.
In each of your hands, clasp some strands of hair at the root, twist them around your fingers, and gently pull. Imagine you are pulling out tension. Hold the hair for a few seconds longer and then release it. Repeat the sequence using hair from all over the scalp. You can use both hands together or one hand after the other.
Comb the fingers of one hand through the hair from the roots to the ends, then follow the movement with the other hand. Repeat this sequence all over your head and try to achieve a smooth, fluid rhythm. Try not to hurry these movements since they can be surprisingly relaxing.
Use percussion movements on your head to wake yourself up. Use the fingers and thumbs of alternate hands to pluck the scalp, or pummel the area with relaxed fists. Vary the lightness and speed for different effects.

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Self Massage For Arms and Hands

For most people the arms and hands are the most used parts of their bodies, whether from spending long periods of time at a computer, playing a sport, or just doing day-to-day chores. Everyone, therefore, will benefit from a massage of their arms and hands. Not surprisingly, tension in your arms can create aches and pains in your shoulders and neck; strong movements are required to unlock tightness in the upper arms and forearms.

One-handed kneading

This one-handed massage can be done fully clothed, so you can do it wherever you happen to be when the need arises.

Begin by stroking your left arm from the wrist to the shoulder, working firmly as you move up the arm and then gliding gently back down again.

Squeeze and roll the muscles of your left arm between the fingers and heel of your right hand. Start kneading on your upper arm, and work down from the shoulder to the wrist.

Use your knuckles to make rotary pressures all along your arm, working as deeply and rhythmically as you can.

Stroke one forearm with the other, slowly rotating the top forearm as you stroke from the elbow to the wrist of your other arm. This stroke massages both arms simultaneously and is very effective.

Hands

Our hands are in constant use and, as a result, they can harbor a lot of tension. Most of our hand movements are holding, clutching actions, so it is very relaxing to counteract these by opening your palm and pulling your fingers. There are many nerve endings on the palms of your hands, and massage here can benefit the whole body. In fact, in reflexology each part of the body is reflected in a in a map of the hand (or foot) and massaging a particular area of the hand will have an effect on the equivalent part of the body.

First, rub your palms together to warm them. Then use your thumb to stroke deeply between each tendon of your right hand from your knuckles to your wrist.
Stroke your left thumb firmly down the palm of your right hand and out toward the side several times in a fanning motion. Then make deep, circular thumb pressures all over your right palm.
Pull and twist each finger of your right hand with the knuckles of your left hand. Work right up to the fingertips.
Repeat the whole sequence (steps 1-3) on your left hand.

Self-massage can be particularly useful if you suffer from chronic or short-term pain. It helps stimulate the release of endorphins and diverts your attention away from the pain. Above all, self-massage lives you a sense of control over your situation.

Final touches

Just as a massage given by someone else has a defined ending phase, a self-massage needs to close on a relaxed note.

Feather stroking

Use light, feather strokes starting at your forehead and then stroke the fingertips of both your hands over your face and neck, down both arms, and leave your body at the tips of your fingers. Then stroke the front of your body, down your legs, and withdraw your touch at your feet. This movement should leave you feeling refreshed, calm, and as light as a feather.

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Self Massage For Abdomen and Lower Back

It's natural to rub your abdomen when you have a stomach ache, and any form of abdominal massage, however basic, is extremely comforting. Although you can massage your abdomen while sitting up, it is much more relaxing if you lie down. Lie somewhere comfortable, with a small pillow under your knees so that both your back and abdomen are relaxed. Always use a clockwise motion when massaging the abdomen since this follows the workings of the intestine; this can help relax the abdomen, which, in turn, can aid digestion.

Stroke one hand after the other around your abdomen in a clockwise direction, lifting one hand over the other in a continuous flow. Increase the size of the circle to cover the whole area, then gradually make it smaller again.

Apply static and circular pressures all around the abdomen, following the outline that you traced with your strokes in step 1. Use one hand on top of the other, or the palm of just one hand, depending on how much pressure you want to apply .

Bend your knees over to your left and knead the right side of your abdomen with the fingers and thumbs of alternate hands. Rhythmically pick up and release the flesh wherever you can, then bend your knees to the right and knead the left side.

You don't have to be in the perfect surroundings to do a self-massage - you can massage your feet while watching tv, or your hands while talking to a friend.

Lower back

You can massage your lower back by sitting cross-legged, as shown here, or by lying down on your side with your top knee bent in front of you. The movements outlined below are designed to release muscular tension and aid relaxation.


Relieving muscular tension

Start by vigorously rubbing the palms of both your hands up and down the small of your back, and from side to side, to warm the area and release any muscular tension.
For a stronger, deeper movement, make your hands into fists and press the thumb side of your hand into your sacrum, the lower part of your spine. Then stroke your fists firmly up and down the area.
Make deliberate, circular pressures with your fingertips or thumbs all around your sacrum.
Now, pummel the area with floppy, relaxed fists, taking care to avoid your kidneys. Finish with some gentle stroking.

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Self Massage - Do it Yourself

Now that you have been introduced to all the basic strokes, I am sure you can hardly wait to put the moves together into a complete sequence. Don't worry if you don't have a willing partner close at hand, because doing a massage on yourself is the perfect alternative! By practicing on yourself, you can discover how your hands might feel on others.

Legs and feet

Our legs and feet have to support all our weight so it's not surprising that they often ache and feel tired. A good massage can relieve this tension and leave them feeling light and energetic. Knowing how to massage your legs is useful whether you lead an active or a sedentary life, and regular massage of your thighs can even improve their appearance.

Few things are more exhausting and aging than sore feet. By massaging your feet daily, you can relieve tiredness and really relax; in fact, some practitioners, notably reflexologists, believe that foot massage can stimulate your whole body.


Soothing aching legs

With massage, you can relieve aching legs after standing for too long and help tired muscles recover after exercise. As in other parts of the body, light strokes stimulate the lymphatic system and deeper strokes help circulation. Always use firmer strokes as you work up the legs toward the body, and use oil to keep the movements fluid.

Start the massage by stroking your left leg up toward your body, applying a firm pressure as you go. You can either stroke one hand after the other, or place one hand on either side of the leg and stroke both hands together.
Next, knead your left leg. Using alternate hands, squeeze and release the flesh at the top of your thigh, working rhythmically and methodically. Work all over the top of your thigh, down to your knee, and continue along the back of your thigh. Then knead your calf muscles in the same leg.
Soothe your leg with criss-cross strokes. Place one hand on each side of your thigh at the knee, and pull your hands upward, squeezing your leg. Release your grip, cross your hands over, and glide them down the other side of your thigh. Then pull up your hands to repeat the action. Continue, working all the way up your thigh.
To soothe and relax your knee, apply circular pressures with your fingertips all around your left kneecap. Next, stroke softly behind your knee, stroking up toward your body
When you have completed the massage on your left leg, repeat the whole sequence on your right leg.

Easy relief for feet

Your feet are among the easiest parts of your body to self-massage, and it's something you can do wherever you happen to be. If you are sitting, simply rest one foot on the opposite thigh. If you prefer to lie down, keep one leg bent up and rest your other foot on your raised thigh. Give one foot a complete massage first, then transfer to the other one.

A great way to start a foot massage is to soak your feet in a bowl of warm, scented water.

Fill a large bowl with warm water and add a couple of drops of your favourite essential oil (lavender and peppermint are my favorites). Put your feet in and luxuriate for as long as you like before starting the foot massage below.

Rest the sale of your right foot on your left knee and sandwich your foot between your hands, with your fingers facing forward. Rub your hands backward and forward along your foot to warm the whole area.
Support the heel of your right foot with your left hand and clasp the toes with your right hand. Energetically squeeze, extend, and flex your toes to increase their flexibility.
Still supporting your right foot with your left hand, massage your toes with your right hand by squeezing, twisting, and rolling each one in turn with your fingers.
Place one thumb on top of the other, using your fingers to support your foot, and make deep, circular thumb pressures over the sale of your foot. Stroke the area. Repeat the whole sequence on your left foot.

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Herbal Thai Massage

Originally derived from ancient Thai traditions, Herbal Thai massage is slowly becoming a popular western modality. Thai yoga massage itself dates back over 2,500 years with roots from both Indian and Chinese healing practices.

The combination of a Thai herbal compress and traditional Thai massage techniques create a treatment designed to soothe almost any aliment one might experience.

History of Thai Yoga Massage

Jivaka Kumar Bahaccha, Buddhist monk and founder of traditional Thai medicine and Thai massage techniques, established Thai massage to alleviate pain by improving the flow of 'prana' or life energy within the body.

Prana circulates through the body along pathways called 'sen lines'. Theoretically, when someone is experiencing pain or disease there is an upset in the flow of prana which flows along these sen lines.

When these blockages are stimulated with the pressure, stretching and kneading techniques, along with modified yoga postures used in Thai massage, it releases the blockage allowing prana to move freely again. As the released prana effortlessly flows again, each system of the body is saturated with vital nutrients improving the body's normal functions. As the body starts to return to a balanced state the pain decreases, energy is restored and the client is filled with a renewed sense of vitality and well-being.

The Yoga Connection

Thai massage was created based on yoga philosophies and traditions as it helps balance not only the body but the mind and spirit as well. Typically a Thai therapist meditates before each treatment to clear their mind of distracting thoughts and focus on bringing healing energy into the massage.

As stated earlier, modified yoga postures themselves are integrated into each massage session creating a multitude of avenues to apply massage techniques. Thai therapist maintains a calming quality to the massage by applying graceful rhythmic movements and focused attention while connecting the postures, similar to practicing yoga.

The Herbal Compress

Herbal Thai massage incorporates the use of a heated compress containing a collection of medicinal aromatic herbs traditionally grown in Thailand. This compress is simply a pouch filled with ground Thai herbs wrapped tightly in a natural porous cloth, usually unbleached cotton or muslin.

It is most often steamed to stimulate the herbs then pressed or rolled on the body during, before or after a Thai yoga massage. When used in conjunction with a Thai massage, the heated ball allows the muscles and joints of the body greater movement and flexibility.

The herbs themselves are absorbed through the skin and used in the body to facilitate further release of energy blockages thereby improving energy imbalances within the body. Some of the herbs have drawing properties that allow removal of inflammation and swelling typical with injuries.

Benefits of Herbal Thai Massage

Traditional Thai massage is most commonly used to treat inflammation due to muscle and joint pain, injuries or imbalances but it is not limited to muscular system. Thai massage can help with all the systems in the body allowing whole body healing.
The herbal compress promotes further healing as the typical selection of Thai herbs offer many healing properties to the mind body and soul. Together the Thai yoga massage and the herbal compress promote healing in the following ways:

• Improves muscle injuries, imbalances and pain

• Improves blood and lymph circulation

• Improves physical and mental energy by releasing energy blockages

• Improves joint flexibility and range of motion

• Reduces acute and chronic inflammation

• Improves appetite and digestive processes and dysfunctions

• Prevents illness

• Slows aging process and degeneration of soft tissues and joints

• Boosts immune system

• Lowers blood pressure

• Encourages relaxation

• Prevents and alleviates stress and anxiety

• Calms the mind, improves concentration and positive thinking

• Speeds healing

• Improves movement and function of fascia (body's connective tissue)

• Decreases cold and flu symptoms

• Improves organ function and movement

• Calms respiratory dysfunction and pain

• Eases menstrual cramps and associated pain

• Calms and prevents migraines and headaches

• Helps with insomnia and other sleep disorders

This unique Thai tradition is welcome in North America by both therapists and clients alike. Its deep rooted history, balancing techniques and aromatic benefits offer a therapeutic treatment second to none.

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Self Massage - For Neck and Shoulders

Most people suffer from tension in their necks and shoulders at some time in their lives, which is hardly surprising if you consider the job the neck has to do! Poor posture, bad working positions, and carrying heavy bags all conspire to make the problem worse. However, you can ease the pain with a remedy literally at your fingertips.

Getting to the core of tension

This simple self-massage exercise gets right to the core of the tension and eases it gently and effortlessly; you can try it almost anywhere and at any time. Try to focus on the areas that feel most tense, and work slowly, deeply, and methodically.

Tilt your head back, and with the palms and fingers of each hand, squeeze the flesh at the base of your neck on either side of your spine. Then, slowly roll your head forward, still squeezing your skin. Hold the stretch for 10 seconds, then return your head to an upright position. The amount of flesh you can squeeze depends on your state of relaxation.
Stroke your hands up and down the back of your neck to warm the area. Then use the fingers of both your hands to make deep, circular pressures all around the neck area, making sure that you do not apply pressure to the spine itself.
Place your left hand on your right shoulder and squeeze the muscle. Hold the squeeze and slowly rotate your shoulder backward. A grinding noise indicates that the muscles are tense and should be freed up. Repeat with the right hand on the left shoulder.
Pummel your right shoulder with your left hand to bring fresh blood to the area. Support your left elbow with your right hand for comfort, and keep your wrist loose and floppy as you swiftly strike the flesh. Repeat on your left shoulder.
With your fingers, stroke firmly from the center of your chest outward, applying deep pressure between your ribs. When your fingers reach the outer edges of your ribcage, return to the center and repeat the movement. Feel for tense spots and concentrate on these as you work over the chest.


Never attempt to massage any part of your body if you are in a situation that requires your full concentration.
For example, do not massage your neck and shoulders as you are driving and if you can't wait till you get home, just pull off the road and stop the car before doing the massage.

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The Healing Of Touch

I want you to take a moment to think about how you feel when you receive a warm, loving hug from your spouse, friend, or family member? How do you feel when a co-worker comes up behind you at work when you are sitting at your desk and massages your shoulders for you? Do you close your eyes and melt because it's a friendly touch that you really needed?

We are wired from birth to yearn for human touch and to feel loved. Without welcomed human touch from loved ones we are more likely to experience depression, loneliness, self-esteem issues, and children are more likely to disconnect from their parents and get involved in gangs and violent crimes.

On a personal note I remember when I was 18 and I lived on my own for the first time. For six months my life was going to work and then going home to log onto online chat rooms. I was addicted to visiting my online friends and neglected my family and friends and the outside world. I didn't realize it at the time but I was becoming depressed and developed short-term anxiety issues. I remember one day at work a co-worker and friend of mine gave me a very warm hug and I just cried in his chest. I hadn't had any type of human contact for six months. I was stuck in a dark world of loneliness that I self-induced.

Also, you might remember the study done by Harry Harlow that demonstrated the importance of care-giving and companionship in the early stages of primate development. It basically shows how much mammals need to receive love and affection. If you don't recall the study you can read it here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harry_Harlow

Massage can be compared to this type of touch in many ways. A therapist may be sending positive, healing energy through your body through their caring touch. A feather touch or lighter pressure during massage might be considered very relaxing to you and is a form of release for negative emotions. Deeper pressure on tight, tense muscles is also a stress releaser because once the therapist smoothes out those kinked muscles your body will feel loose and relaxed, your stress level decreases significantly, and your blood circulation increases. Everything in your body begins to work together in harmony.

You must get regular massages to keep stress levels down and keep this harmonious flow of positive well-being. Don't forget that not only is massage wonderful at keeping the body and muscles stress free, but a caring touch is helpful to keep you in a positive mental and emotional state of mind. I need a massage, how about you?

I am a massage therapist in San Antonio, TX. I specialize in the art of relaxation. Please visit my site to learn more about me and my services.
http://www.amiebyersmassage.com

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A Typical Massage Experience

A typical massage experience in many spas and wellness centers is that upon having booked your massage you are being brought to a private massage room.

There you meet your massage therapists.

The room is usually dimly lit, may be with aroma therapy candles. The room is warm up very confortably and soft music is playing somewhere quietly in the back ground.

The massage therapist inquires about your well being and asks you how you are and what kind of massage do you like to get today.
The massage therapies will then tell you that he will leave the room for a moment so that you have time to undress and lay down on the massage table and cover yourself with a blanket.

He then leaves the room and closes the door behind him. He just take up the clothes lay on the table and cover yourself with a blanket. Usually you find that the blanket is little bit warm and you already feel relaxed.

The massage therapist then knocks on the door and enters the room.

When he starts to massage you you might I ask you whether you like strong or a gentle massage. Just let him know which one you prefer and if at any time you're in the massage you feel on comfortable or half a certain wish just tell you massage therapist.

And then it's usually just time to relax, and let your mind drift away and fully enjoy the experience.

We are working so much every day, we had so many things to do and to take care of. But most of us don't take enough care of or selfs.

Sometimes we say to ourselves: I will get them massage if I have just a bit more time.

But the saddening truth is that most of the time we don't have more time. That is why we need to make a commitment. We need to schedule it. For example we need to say I'm going to get massage on Wednesday the 25th. And then we need to put it in our calendar.

This way your massage appointment will not be a victim of what I call a moving time frame.

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Day Spa Package

1. Beauty Relax Package (2 hr.) 2,300 BATH

Whitening or Oxygenating Facial Treatment
Choice of Body scrub and exfoliating


2. Spa Aqua Package (2 hr.) 2,400 BATH

Mineral Bath Salt
Choice of Body scrub and exfoliating
Aromatherapy Body Massage with Pure Essential oil




3. Facial Special Package (1hr.40mins) 2,650 BATH

Active concentrate or Sensitive Facial Treatment
Excel Eye Contour Treatment
Foot Massage or Hand Massage


4. Western style Package (2 hr.40mins) 3,100 BATH

Choice of Body scrub and exfoliating
Choice of Body Mask and Treatment
Swedish or Aromatherapy Body Massage with Pure Essential oil


5. Anti-Aging Package (1hr.45mins) 3,450 BATH

Aqua lifts facial Therapy
Eye Contour Treatment


6. Wedding/Anniversary Package (3hr.) 4,250 BATH

Choice of Body scrub and exfoliating
Choice of Body Mask and Treatment
Sequence or Whitening Facial Treatment
Excel Eye Contour Treatment


7. Ideality Package (4 hr.) 5,450 BATH

Active Concentrate or Whitening Facial Treatment
Excel Eye Contour Treatment
Choice of Body scrub and exfoliating
Choice of Body Mask and TreatmentSwedish or Aromatherapy Body Massage with Pure Essential oil

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BODY TREATMENT

1. Smoothing Body Exfoliating Treatment (45mins) 900 BATH

Treatment involves smoothing exfoliating combined with vitality essential oil and green tea massaged through out and left in the body while covered in plastic blanket.

It helps stimulate blood microcirculation, detoxify and rematerialize the skin.

Offering the skin moisture, nourishment and smoothness



2. Almond Body Scrub (45mins) 900 BATH

With Papaya extract, Aloe Vera extract, Chamomile extract, Tomato extract, Wheat bran extract and Almond seed dry powder massaged through out and left in the body while covered in plastic blanket. It helps stimulate blood microcirculation, detoxify and rematerialize the skin.

Offering the skin moisture, nourishment and smoothness



3. Fruity Body Scrub (45mins) 900 BATH

This mix of papaya and more fruit and moisturizing oils massaged through out and left in the body while covered in plastic blanket. It helps stimulate blood microcirculation, detoxify and rematerialize the skin. Offering the skin moisture, nourishment and smoothness



4. Contouring & Firming Treatment (45mins) 1,000 BATH

Treatment starts with Marine body Mud mixed with Essential marine oils and applied all over the body while covered in thermal blanket. It's very rich in minerals that offer firming and detoxifying effects to prevent skin flaccidity and improve skin tone.



5. Chocotherapy (50mins) 1,000 BATH

A new beauty trend, For Hydrating, Regenerating& Anti-cellulite

With Chocolate The Essential ingredient in the spa for physical & psychological benefits

Improve orange-peel skin, skincare benefit & emotional pleasure.

Goodbye at last to stress. Welcome harmony chocolate.



6. Wine Therapy (50mins) 1,000 BATH

The latest trend for remain youthful & supple, anti-aging cures, anti-oxidants, stress & tone the skin, Prevent the premature ageing of skin tissues.



7. Green tea Body Mask (50mins) 1,000 BATH

Treatment starts with Green tea Mask applied all over the body while covered in thermal blanket. It's very rich in minerals that offer firming, Anti-oxidant and detoxifying effects to prevent skin flaccidity and improve skin tone



8. Bust Firming Treatment (50mins) 1,500 BATH

A firming treatment specifically designed for the breasts. It strengthens and firms the bust’s natural support system, thus improving its contours and appearance.



9. Back Purifying Treatment (45mins) 800 BATH

Focus on the back areas, Smoothing exfoliating combined with aromatherapy massage using aromatic materials to facilitate healing and promote optimum performance of body and mind.



10. Mineral Bath Salt (25mins) 300 BATH

Water has long been recognized as possessing therapeutic and even miraculous properties. Empty your mind and let the water soothe away the stresses and strains. This service can be taken in conjunction with, before, or after any treatment. It can also be enjoyed as a single treatment.



11. Waxing (Pre & Post Wax)



Course Time Cost
Upper Lip waxing 15 Mins 150 Baht
Under Arm waxing 20 Mins 300 Baht
Arm waxing (Lower-Upper) 30 Mins 400 Baht
Back waxing 30 Mins 450 Baht
Bikini line waxing 20 Mins 350 Baht
Legs waxing (Lower) 30 Mins 450 Baht
Legs waxing (Lower-Upper) 45 Mins 650 Baht
Full Course Waxing 1,500 Baht

Body Massage

1. Aromatherapy Massage (60mins) 1,200 BATH

This is our integrative massage perfectly complemented by the use of custom blended pure essential oils. Scent and touch are combined to Create new and exciting aromas. Aromatherapy affects us on every level-physically, mentally and spiritually. Helpful for induce deep relaxation, depression, uplifting, treats cold, treats cellulite and warts, balances and calm emotions, relieve stress and calm nerves.



2. Moisturizing Body Treatment (Swedish massage) (60mins) 1,200 BATH

This Treatment is invaluable for anyone desiring to keep this balance and achieve a smoother, softer and suppler skin. Very ideal in preparing the skin for sun exposure and to restore level of moisture afterwards.

3. Anti-stress Massage (60mins) 1,200 BATH

This Anti-stress treatment provides relaxing Focus on the neck, shoulder, back areas that are most susceptible to daily stress



4. Bio Beaute’ Massage(90mins) 1,700 BATH

This Special Massage perfectly complemented by combined Swedish, Aromatherapy and Ayuraveda Massage .Create new and exciting Treatment affects us on every level-physically, mentally and spiritually. Helpful for depression, uplifting, treats cold, balances and calm emotions, relieve stress and calm nerves. Invaluable for anyone desiring to keep this balance and achieve a smoother, softer and suppler skin



5. Slimming Massage (60mins) 1,700 BATH

An ideal program designed to reduce bulk and act specifically on unsightly accumulations of fatty tissues that spoil the figure. Several treatments result in gradual and visible shaping of the figure.



6. Head, Back & shoulder massage (30mins) 600 BATH

Focusing only on the areas of the body that are most susceptible to tension from stress.



7. Foot Massage (30mins) 300 BATH

Those who spend long periods of time standing or who have circulation problems will love this invigorating. Concentrates on the nerve ending in feet to bring a sense of total relaxation.



8. Hand Massage (30mins) 300 BATH

Special take care of your hand to your entire body. With cream that soft your hand and smoother.

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FACIAL TREATMENT

1.DEEP CLEANSING FACIAL TREATMENT (1hr) 1,000Bath

It quickly and effectively removes make up and eliminating dead skin cell, While simultaneously stimulating surfaces blood circulation, Leaving the skin cleansed, rested, glowing and moisturized for all skin types.



2.AMPOULE FACIAL TREATMENT (1hr 15 mins) 1,200Bath

A treatment especially designed for lifeless skin with visible signs of fatigue.

This treatment constitutes an intensive treatment that firms the tissues while keeping the skin fresh, soft, smooth and revitalized.



3.ACTIVE CONCENTRATE FACIAL TREATMENT (1hr 15 mins) 1,400Bath

This treatment is combination of different natural active ingredients while can be added to the vitality treatment. It leaving the skin soft and silky to touch, velvety and allows skin to breathe perfectly while protecting it against moisture loss.



4.SENSITIVE or ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL TREATMENT (1hr 15 mins) 1,400Bath

A treat sensitive skin and soothes the causes, effects of coupons, reddish spots and easily irrigated skin, intolerant of other skin care products.



5.DEEPING/LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE TREATMENT (1hr15 mins) 1,400Bath

Massage treatment of lymphatic system, which stimulate circulation, reduces edema and free up stored toxins, encore them to flow out of the body. It redness, purifies, soothes aids desquamation. Make the skin soft, completely cleanses and healthier.



6.WHITENING &BRIGHTEN TREATMENT (1hr 15mins) 1,400Bath

Heightens the skin's radiance and gives it a lighter and perfectly even tone, by avoiding undesired intense and irregular pigmentation. Helps maintain the natural level of moisture in the skin and radiantly glowing skin.



7.SEQUENCE SKIN TREATMANT (1hr 15mins) 1,400Bath

With Sequence, your skin will finer, clearer and luminous. It is possible to change your skin



8.OXYGENATING TREATMENT (1hr 15mins) 1,400Bath

Anti-stress for facial. This treatment is ultimate solution in the skin's battle against stress with E.P Complex and Royal Jelly. For Oxygenating Action.



9.REFIRMING FACIAL TREATMENT (1hr 30mins) 1,700Bath

Slows down the appearance of signs of aging. High concentration of active ingredients, leaves the skin firm and resilient, prevents and reduces the signs the passing of time leaves on your face.



10.EYE CONTOUR TREATMENT (30 mins) 950Bath

or

ACTIVE EYE TREATMENT/HYDRO EYE TREATMENT (45 mins) 1,100Bath

It produces an anti-wrinkle, tensing and decongesting effect as well as offering a soothing and refreshing action, which restores a relaxed appearance to your glance. The skin rapidly gains considerable firmness, visibly reducing the small wrinkles formed around the eye

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Why Do We Use Scented Massage Oils?

We use scented massage oils because they add to the pleasures of a massage. The oil helps the fingers find just the right amount of pressure to be applied. It also reduces the amount of friction on the skin as well. Endorfins are released through the heat of the oil, which helps the body unwind and relax after the stress and pressures of the day.

Scented massage oils are made with carrier oil. These oils are vegetable oils, which are used to dilute the concentrated essential oils. The carrier oils help to slow down the evaporation process, which makes it easier for the massage oils to penetrate the skin during the actual massage itself. If oil used during the process does not contain good carrier oil then it could breakdown during the kneading of the patient's skin.

In order to prepare your own scented massage oils you will need to mix a small amount of essential plant oil with a larger amount of a carrier vegetable oil. The amount of essential oil, which acts as the aroma for the massage oil, is generally about twelve drops from a dropper into approximately two ounces of carrier oil. There are no preservatives added, so if you are making your batch, only make it when you need it. You can keep them in the fridge to prolong their life.

For anyone that truly enjoys a massage, good scented massage oil is the icing on the cake. You can find a plethora of oils on the internet or in specialty shops around the country. For the adventurous and creative minds, you can make your own massage oils. In fact, you can find many different recipes or combinations on the internet as well.

We will wrap this up by saying that a good massage using scented massage oils is an excellent way to help relieve stress and help us to relax. A good oil aids in the lubrication of the skin thus preventing friction from the hands.

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Traditional Thai Massage

Traditional Thai massage is an ancient form of bodywork that has been practiced since the time of the historic Buddha - more than 2500 years.

It was a personal friend of the Buddha with the name of Jivaka Khumar Bhacca that developed the system of Thai massage in India.

Dr. Jivaka was a famous doctor at the time who had an interesting life story. He was an orphant and studied medicinal plants for many years.

Later in life he became the private doctor of a powerful king in the region of India.

He also massaged members of the original Buddhist community, the first "Sangha". In fact, he has even been mentioned in the Tipitaka writings.

It was through buddhist monks that the art of Thai massage then found it's way to Thailand. Specially here monks practiced and developed this unique form of bodywork for centuries.

They used Thai massage to heal laypeople, and to deepen their meditative practices.

After they spend many hours without movement in deep meditation their bodies were naturally tired and stiff - Thai massage helped them to regain their flexibility fast.

Two kinds of Thai massage emerges throughout the millennia - the rural style and the royal style.

The rural style is the one that has lots of animistic elements involved, and magic. Thai shamans practiced it and midwives.

The royal style was a much more scholarly style that was practiced in the palace of the King of Siam. It was also more polite, for example the massage therapist would not utilize his feet to massage a person of royal decree but only the thumbs.

Nowadays it is a sad reality that oftentimes prostitutes and brothels refer to their services as "Thai massage" - but it is important to make the distinction that Thai massage has nothing to do with erotic massage. This is much more a development of recent times and can in large part be accredited to the presence of soldiers during the Vietnam war in Pattaya.

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Massage Chair Recliners Have a Massage Therapy For Every Need

There are many different therapies offered in today's premier massage chair recliners. You have a great selection from Swedish to Hawaiian to Deep Tissue or even a Sports therapy. Understanding what therapy and technique is most beneficial to you is an important first step in deciding on an appropriate massage chair. Here are the most beneficial massage techniques that you will find in the premier robotic chairs.

• Swedish-also known as a classic. The Swedish technique uses long, flowing strokes. Robotic chairs simulate the palms of the hands making these long, flowing strokes. The Swedish technique helps to increase circulation and blood flow and loosen tight muscles. For a great Swedish massage try the Omega chair.

• Shiatsu-Originating in Japan, the shiatsu technique is where thumbs, palms and fingers apply pressure to specific areas of the body. A robotic chair recliner replicates the feel of a human hand and applies pressure to acupressure points during the therapy. The acupressure points are directly associated with the anatomy of the body in order to maintain and enhance one's health or recovery. The Panasonic lounger replicates the shiatsu technique very well.

• Deep Tissue-this technique works specific muscles and joints, thus accessing deeper layers of soft muscle tissue. With a massage chair the process is gradual, starting with superficial layers of the muscle and then slowly working deeper. By working deeper and deeper the robotic chair helps to release toxins and provide pain relief. If you like the deep tissue technique, then the Montage Elite by Omega is the chair for you.

• Finger Press-this technique is also known as the rolling technique. The massage chair simulates a pressing motion up and down the spinal column which helps to stretch the vertebrae ligaments and to adjust the spinal column.

• Reflexology-this technique uses gentle pressure into your acupressure points to help relieve pain and tension throughout the body. Many of the top chairs scan for your acupressure points and tailor the therapy to your physique. In Reflexology, certain areas of the body are gateways to the whole body. For example, the feet are stimulated which provides deep relaxation of the whole body.

Do you have particular Trouble Spots?

If you have lower back pain, sore shoulders, a stiff neck, or tired feet, the best massage chairs have specialized functions just for those specific areas. Shiatsu chairs have specialized functions designed just for those areas of your body. If you have a stiff neck or sore shoulders, you may want a kneading technique for your neck and shoulders to help loosen those areas. Do you have lower back pain? A good acupressure chair recliner for your lower back will provide the relief you are seeking. Do you have tired and aching feet after a long day? Try the reflexology therapy for your feet which will also help with relaxing your entire body.

Do you want a Full Body Massage?

Massage chairs provide therapy to virtually all parts of your body. Today's robotic chairs will massage your neck, shoulders, back, buttocks, thighs, calves, feet and even your arms. These therapy chairs have great technology to simulate many of the most beneficial techniques and therapies. Techniques such as a Shiatsu, Swedish or a Deep Tissue can provide pain relief and relaxation. These techniques have specific applications for your overall health and wellness. The replication of these techniques by Omega Chairs gets more realistic with each technology advance. The best massage chairs have integrated multiple capabilities to satisfy your needs. You'll want to be careful to choose the right chair that fits the type of therapy you want.

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Environmentally Friendly Massage Tables

As a massage therapist you probably care about healthy living. And you probably care about mother Earth. You should, because healthy and sustainable living and massage really go hand-in-hand.

It is our responsibility to make sure that our own CO2 footprint is as small as possible. It's always easy to point at the big corporations and blame them. But each one of us also has an individual responsibility.

So what can you as a massage therapist do?

You can buy environmentally friendly massage tables. What's an environmentally friendly massage table? It's a table that has been made without the use of rain forest depleting tropical hardwoods.

The wood finish is non-toxic, the glues that are used in the massage table are non-toxic, the foam in the foam padding of the massage table is CFC free, and the lacquer is water-based.

If you buy a massage table you should inquire about its environmental footprint. Ask specific questions to show the merchant that it matters to you. The market always goes where the money is. So if you buy on the environmental friendly massage tables over time all the massage table manufacturers will come to build their tables earth friendly.

It surely is a small thing that you do or when, but the world really consists of many small things. And this one is a small thing that you actually can do easily and right away. You can even use it as a marketing tool by pointing out to your prospective clients that you are committed to run your business in an environmental friendly way. You'll be surprised about how much all these people really care -- because they do. And they will be happy to support you with business and to recommend it to others if they see that you practice something they believe in.

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Try Natural Massage Oils to Enhance Your Massage

If you enjoy receiving or giving a massage then you are very familiar with natural massage oils. Many people are no longer using synthetic oils as the natural products are gaining in popularity around the world. For one thing, these products are better for your skin than a chemically manufactured product. If you are considering making the move away from synthetic oils then you will need to do some research to determine what the best natural products are.

Natural massage oil that is quite popular is almond oil. You will notice that this oil does an excellent job of softening your skin and it does an excellent job of soothing dry irritated skin as well. Not only is it soothing on the skin but it provides a nice light nutty fragrance as well. This really helps in creating a relaxing atmosphere.

If almond oil is not your thing, then natural massage oil that is quite popular is grape seed oil. This particular oil is not greasy like many other oils are. The fragrance is quite sweet and it will leave your skin feeling soft and smooth. This oil is great for regenerating your skin to look younger as well. Some of the benefits of choosing these natural products are that they are free of chemicals or synthetic products, they are free of preservatives are vegetarian and of course, they are not tested on animals.

If you currently use synthetic oils, consider trying out some of the natural massage oils that are available on the market today. These hand made products contain pure essential oils. Your massage will feel that much better knowing you have a natural product on your skin rather than some synthetic chemicals.

In conclusion, make the change from synthetic oils to natural massage oils and you will feel much better about what you are putting on your body. If you are uncertain of where to obtain these products, a simple search on your favorite search engine will provide a multitude of options for you.

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Massage Therapy Benefits

Body fitness and good health are two very important aspects for maintaining a long successful life. It is important that all of the body systems work in synchronization to make a good living. In the present world of fast paced life, polluted environment and stress, it is highly possible that physical health will get deteriorated. One remedy for keeping the body in its right fitness is massage therapy. The benefits are many. We will review some of them in this article.

Massage therapy is highly useful in treating many ailments. The massaging techniques are being under use as a body fitness technique from time immemorial. You can see many such techniques being employed in ancient India. Mostly the massages were done after applying medicinal herbal oils or Ayurvedic oils. All studies and researches on massage therapy brought out the high potential of this therapy to keep up the body health at its pinnacle. Let us see some of the benefits.

• It helps skin to keep it tight and glossy. Massage therapy is used as a best tool for anti-aging treatments. Massage therapy effectively removes the brittleness of the skin and makes it soft and smooth.

• It improves the function of coronary circulation system. It improves the blood flow and makes the body more active.

• It ushers the tissue on the skin. It removes fat contents on the porous of the skin and allows disposal of waste by sweating more. This will help in removing toxins and antioxidants from the skin. This will help in keeping away many diseases like blood pressure and skin ailments.

• It is found to be very effective in cellulite therapy. Proper massaging on the affected region dissolves the fat content and brings strength to the cell tissues.

• As a whole massage therapy rejuvenates the body cells and you will feel better comfort in your body. It improves the mental health also by improving the concentration.

• Head and foot massages improve the brain functioning much. Chinese foot massages is a spectacular example for this. You legs have many acupuncture points, if you massage your legs properly it will stimulate the sense organs and you will be benefited much.

• Massage therapy is commonly used for removing the joint pains and stiffness. Massage therapy is very good in keeping away back ache.

• It is considered as the best option to alleviate tension, physical and emotional stress.

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