All The Things You Should Know About Massage

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Balinese, Swedish, Californian, Oriental massage… You are lost in the many massage techniques?

Don’t panic, we will  tell you everything about the various types of massages available to choose the one that suits you best.

How to choose your type of massage and what are the most common techniques…

(& 3 massage types you should definitely try!)

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What are the criteria to consider before a massage?

A massage is chosen according to your needs.

Various criteria must be taken into account: the technique used, the quality of the masseur (professional or amateur masseur), what you want, the products used (hot stones, massage oils, balm…), the duration of the massage, the environment (at home, in a lounge, in the office) and of course the price.

We don’t think about it right away but before choosing your type of massage, don’t forget the appropriate outfit for this massage.

Light clothes, underwear or nudity… you decide!

Massage techniques: the intensity of the pressure

The intensity of the pressure varies according to the purpose of the massage performed as well as the condition of the person being massaged:

  • The easiest method is to slide your hands over the area to be massaged with gentle pressure. The movements can be soft, slow or rhythmic, depending on the technique applied.
  • For some techniques such as tapping, the actions to be performed consist of a light tap to stimulate the strategic areas of the body. To relax muscle fibres, pressure can take many forms, such as a series of drums, slaps or beats.

Relaxing massage techniques

There are many techniques for relaxing massage. Korean massage, for example, aims at total relaxation of body and mind. But there is also Californian, Ayurvedic and others…

One of the most popular relaxing massages? Back massage with oil, which starts from the lower back area, then rises gently, and vice versa. The relaxing massage can also be performed on other parts of the body, such as the skull, face, neck, hands and feet.

The essential techniques are effleurage, kneading, sliding pressure and deep pressure. There is also the palpate-roll which can be relaxing, but which is above all a gesture practiced in the context of aesthetic massages. It is the ideal movement, indeed, to fight against cellulite!

In any case, one of the keys to the success of a massage is for the practitioner to be attentive to the reactions of the person being massaged, throughout the session, which generally lasts between 30 minutes and one hour.

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The different massages and their benefits

If you want to regain energy and rebalance your body, choose shiatsu massage instead.

If you want to prevent diseases and affect the proper functioning of your body, consider reflexology or Thai massage.

Oriental massage relaxes and softens muscles while Swedish massage firms them up.

Balinese massage tones the body.

To detoxify the body and get rid of nervous tension, Ayurvedic massages can work for you.

Korean relaxation, Californian massage and seated massage are indicated to relax the body, eliminate physical and psychological tensions.

Cashmere massage promotes the awakening of the senses.

First massage experience

For a first experience, we advise you to try the Swedish massage, considered the most classic practice and the most widespread method.

As this is an approach that corresponds to most people’s ideas about massage and modelling, you will have no fear.

Some massages should be performed on medical advice if you suffer from cancer, cardiovascular or inflammatory disease, circulatory problems, diabetes, or if you have a sprain, muscle or joint problems.

Important! If you are pregnant, avoid all types of massages.

Is it necessary to be naked?

No, some massages can be fully dressed (shiatsu massage), while others do not justify undressing under any circumstances, this is the case of foot reflexology (foot reflexology) or even palm reflexology (hand reflexology). 

However, accepting to have a massage is to trust the other person, and it is a privileged way to find your body. 

In the case of some psychological disorders, such as anorexia or bulimia, massage may be the only way to « do good » to your body. And some therapists have been able to achieve results only through a massage on an undressed body. 

Nevertheless, the part of the body that is not massaged is traditionally covered with a towel. On the one hand to allow a deeper relaxation on the part of the receiver, and on the other hand to simply keep warm!

In any case, share your preferences before the massage: it is up to you to decide, it is up to the therapist to adapt.

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STIMULATING FACIAL MASSAGE

Facial massages have become more popular in recent years and more and more people are becoming aware of their benefits.

For whom is it for? People with dull skin and no radiance, can easily integrate it into your daily skin care routine. And when done correctly (and regularly!), the results can be numerous: improved skin tone, better muscle contour and a radiant complexion.

How should you do it?

Technology is your best friend here. Wet your face and apply an amount of the cleansing gel to each side of the face. Spread on a thin layer on the skin. Using your cleaning system, massage with the brush head in circular movements around your face, stimulating blood flow to these areas.

Spend about 20 seconds on the forehead and the remaining 40 seconds on the rest of the face (chin, cheeks, nose, etc.). It only takes a minute and has been clinically proven to give users more radiant skin in just a few weeks!

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Massage techniques

If you like hot stone massages, you’ll love this one. With warm compresses filled with various exotic herbs and essential oils, your body and mind will feel more relaxed and invigorated. This massage also helps to relax your muscles, especially if you are sore.

It is a treatment that is already renowned in Asia and is gradually beginning to take place in our country, particularly for its restorative properties. Known for its ability to reduce stress, fatigue, improve circulation or calm sore muscles. This massage is so relaxing that it is often suggested to rest 15 minutes after the treatment. How can we say no to that?

Foot massage

Why should you massage your feet at night before going to sleep?

The whole body rests on them: the feet and ankles carry our daily life. They support all the weight load. They are often subjected to daily aggression and require special care.

So, foot massage offers the lower limbs a moment of relaxation after prolonged standing, being overweight or wearing shoes permanently preventing them from breathing.

Foot massage can be performed by a reflexology masseur, a massage therapist or simply by a partner. Only a few gestures must be acquired for a successful foot massage. Just follow next steps:

  • Put the massaged person at ease so that he can enjoy the care provided in serenity.
  • Use a massage oil for a perfect hand slip.
  • Massage from top to bottom with toes up.
  • Start with the toes.
  • Gently lower down to stimulate the organs in the chest.
  • Work the plantar part with the back or palm of the hand.
  • Touch the ankles in a circular motion.
  • Finish on top of the feet with back and forth movements, stronger when ascending and lighter when descending.
  • Continue and finish up to the legs.

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