What Is Aromatherapy Massage?

Aromatherapy massage is becoming a buzzword among many people. This type of massage is the combination of soothing massage and healing aromatherapy. The health and wellness aspects of the combination make spa aroma massages one of the most popular additions to the menu of treatments and massages offered at Health Land spas. We'll discuss the different types of massages and the aromas commonly used, and explore the benefits of the aromas used in the massages.

Why Does Aromatherapy Work Well with Massage?

The common element of both aromatherapy and massage is heat. Muscles, tendons, and joints respond better to a massage after they’ve been warmed. Heat allows these tissues to expand and loosen, allowing the full benefits of a massage to be appreciated.

Aromatherapy also relies on heat to allow the aromas to develop. By combining the two elements of aromatherapy and massage, trained massage therapists can enhance the value of a single massage by introducing the healing and rejuvenation effects of different essential oils to add different benefits to a single type of massage, including the relief of:

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Insomnia

• Nausea

• Pain

The essential oils provide a more holistic level of therapeutic value to a massage that people enjoy.

Types of Massages

At Health Land spas, any of our massages can become aromatherapy massages. Some of the most popular massages that are paired with aromatherapy include:

1. Thai Traditional: This is the most common massage offered in Thailand. It includes stretching and kneading the muscles, joints and tendons to increase the range of motion and provide relief from pain, stiffness, muscle aches and knots.
2. Deep Tissue: Deep tissue massage concentrates on the deeper layers of muscles, connective tissue, and tendons, using a slow and steady motion and firm pressure.
3. Swedish: Swedish massage is known for its calming and relaxing effects. It uses a variety of techniques to improve circulation, relieve stress, and provide overall well-being.
4. Hot Stone: Hot stone massage is becoming a popular choice to combine with the effects of aromatherapy. The hot basalt stones improve circulation and enhance relaxation. Aromatherapy is a natural addition to a hot stone massage as the heat enhances the therapeutic and restorative properties of the oils used.

Types of Essential Oils Used in Aromatherapy Massage

Every essential oil has unique properties that people have discovered over the centuries. Some of the most popular essential oils to include in an aromatherapy massage offer benefits that add to the massage experience. We’ll explore the types of aromatherapy oils that are commonly used in conjunction with massages, including:

1. Bergamot: Bergamot essential oil has a light citrusy and fruity aroma. Besides promoting relaxation, the aroma can stimulate digestive juices, potentially reducing gut inflammation.
2. Cedarwood: Cedarwood oil has skin care and pain relief properties and benefits the respiratory and nervous systems.
3. Chamomile: The sweet, fruity aroma of Chamomile has long been known as a digestive aid. But It’s also valuable for the benefits it offers to digestion, the nervous system and women’s health.
4. Eucalyptus: The aromatic, permeating and clean aroma of Eucalyptus oil can open up the respiratory system and benefit the immune system. Eucalyptus oil also has pain-relieving properties.
5. Lavender: Lavender oil is extremely popular in aromatherapy massage, where it offers benefits that include skin care, pain relief, calming the nerves, and lulling the body to sleep.
6. Peppermint: The fresh and minty aroma of peppermint improves the breathing and digestive system while providing a calming and relaxing effect to the nervous system.
7. Tea Tree: Tea tree oil is an ideal essential oil to use in massage as it improves the health of the skin. It also benefits the immune and respiratory systems.

Discover the Benefits of Aroma Massage at Health Land

Health Land spas have eight convenient locations in Bangkok, two locations in Pattaya, and a location in Chiang Mai. All of our Health Land spas offer the benefits of different types of aroma massages paired with a variety of essential oils.

If you’ve never experienced an aromatherapy massage before, you owe it to yourself to discover the health and wellness benefits of this new sensory experience at Health Land spas. Make an online appointment to visit a Health Land spa today! Prepare to experience that sense of pure bliss of an aromatherapy massage.