Beauty health massage
Aim of a beauty health massage is to relax and to loosen stiff sore muscle. Pressure on the skin can loosen stiff muscle and increase blood flow. Beside the pressure, heat is also an important factor of a massage to keep us health and beautiful. It also increases our bloodflow and uses our senses to increase our own healing capability.
Massage streches and relaxes muscles and moves joints. A massage makes them easier to move and the range of motion is increased. It also promotes recovery from fatigue and reduces minor pains.
Before a massage
Turn off you cell phone, interupting your massage sesion will decrease positive relaxation effects. Relax before a massage. A steam bath at home or visit in a a hot tube and sauna in a spa center will help you relax and soften your muscles, making your massage more effective. Rather take a massage before, than just after a full meal. If you're practicing a massage at home, a very good thing to do is to play some soft and soothing music.During a massage
A place where a massage takes place should be warm not with dimmed lights and as quiet as possible. Trafic noise or people bumping in and out will reduce massage's relaxation effect. Soft music and candle light will help you relax. When having a massage, you should not concentrate on your worries. Massage works best when you are relaxed.After a massage
Some people feel sort of dizzy after a massage. Don't worry, just take your time, sit up slowly and rest for a minute before getting up. Drink a lot of water after a massage. Water will help to wash out the muscle toxins which have been released into the blood system. You will feel very relaxed after a massage and will have a good range of motion inyour joints.
Things to consider before getting a professional massage
Health insurance usually does not cover massage therapy expenses unless it is prescribed by a doctor. Be sure to check your insurance policy.
Massage therapists do not share equal knowladge of their business. Talk with your friends about their experiences with a specific massage professional. It is good to try several types of massage, so you can decide which one suits you most. You may also want to try couple of different therapists, even if they offer same type of massage.
During a professional massage, it is important to tell the therapist what you like or dislike, if the applied presure is too high, tell your therapist riht away.
It is ok to sight or breath deeply during a massage. It helps you relax, which makes a massage much more effective.
How long does a professional health & beauty massage takes?
It can usually take 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Thirty minutes is usualy not enaugh for a full body massage"
Massage tools and accessories
Massage oil or lotion
Massage oil is used to reduce friction. It is easier to make smooth strokes. Quality oil or lotion should never cause any allergic reactions to your skin.
