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“Massage stones are a fantastic massage tool to introduce to your clients. They are so versatile and can be used in a lot of treatments,” say Hennessy Hair & Beauty. “You can even add these into a pedicure to give your clients that ‘something different’ that differentiates you from any other salon. You can pop toe stones in-between the client’s toes while working on the opposite foot and use the stones to perform your massage instead of using your hands. Likewise with a manicure, you can use the stones to perform the hand massage.”
After the massage has concluded, you can also position the stones along your client’s spine as placing specific sizes on certain parts of the body can balance chakras and regulate the flow of energy. Your clients will be able to relax whilst the heat penetrates the muscles and promotes a sense of overall wellbeing.
Bamboo Bamboo massage uses hollow organically treated bamboo canes that can be warmed or used at room temperature and incorporated into massage movements. As they are larger in size, they enable you to treat a greater surface area.
There are many benefits to this type of massage for both clients and therapists. Bamboos are ideal for not only relieving tension aches and pains, but they can also
help to increase circulation and improve lymphatic flow. For professionals, bamboos can take the strain off wrists allowing a deep tissue massage to be performed without the risk of incurring any physical tiredness.
Herbal compresses Although by no means a new innovation, herbal compresses originate from Thailand and have been used throughout the course of many centuries. Known for their healing benefits, when pressed or rolled onto the treated area, the client not only experiences an invigorating massage but also enjoys the added benefit of the compresses’ ingredients which are absorbed into the skin thus delivering their beneficial properties.
“I find that Thai herbal massage is very popular as you get similar benefits to hot stones, but due to the aroma of the herbs you get more of a mental and physical relaxation,” comments Marie-Louise.
“The compresses are made from cotton and packed full of a variety of dried herbs,” she explains. “These are then steamed, so you again get the heat element that you get with hot stones which will relieve stress and tension within the muscles. They will also increase circulation, aid the removal of toxins and is a perfect treatment for those who are looking for overall relaxation. As with hot stones this treatment can be performed as a full body massage as well as a back, neck and shoulder massage.”
Shells Using 100% natural recycled Tiger Clam Shells from the Philippines, Lava Shells are the world’s first self-heating massage tool and offer yet another unique option for
your massage treatments. Thanks to a patented natural blend of materials which create a self-heating technology inside the shell, they have been designed to deliver warmth for over an hour.
Through specially devised treatments, the shells can be used to treat a multitude of client concerns including easing aching muscles and joints, treating a sports injury, a sluggish digestive system or high-stress levels. Thanks to their unique shape and angle, the shells become an extension of the therapists’ hands, deploying therapeutic relief where needed, unblocking energy flow and releasing a sense of balance to the entire body and mind.
Candles Blended using a wide range of essential oils known for their aromatic and therapeutic properties, massage candles equip you with a sensuous and luxurious medium.
Designed specifically for use in massage, once the candle has been lit the oil begins to melt, and this is then subsequently poured over the client’s body (once it has reached a safe temperature). Therapists can then set to work, rubbing the warming sensation of the oil to the areas needed and also providing the added benefit of nourishment and moisture to the skin. In addition, you can also use the candles to create a calming ambience in your treatment room, whilst the aromatic fragrance it releases also promotes an overall sense of wellbeing.
With a host of different choices available, selecting the right style for your business is essential. Ensure you undertake thorough research such as visiting other salons and Spas to perhaps personally experience the treatment you are most interested in. Although most therapists will have trained in some form of the most popular massage techniques, learning more about new mediums and treatments is vital in order to perform the services safely and efficiently. So take advantage of the many training opinions and courses available, which will provide you with all you ‘knead’ to know.
Bamboos can help take the strain off wrists, allowing therapists to perform a deep tissue massage. 94
Turn the page to see a selection of the latest massage tools and treatments available to help put a spring into you clients’ step…
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