Massage @ The Body Barber™

Countless civilisations throughout history have recognised the healing power of human touch.

* Improves well-being reducing anxiety, stress and depression
* Boost the immune system.
* Used to relax muscles after physical exertion or to warm and loosen them in preparation for exercise.
* Improves sleep, massage is a great mental and emotional stress reliever.
* Clients leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
* Release of endorphins, the body's natural pain killers.
* Improved lymphatic drainage.
* Reduction of swelling caused by an accumulation of fluid in the tissues.
Balancing the overall flow of natural life energy through the body (see Reiki)

Swedish Massage got its name from Per Herik Ling, a Swede who developed his own massage system after looking at Eastern Massage, based on the energy mind and spirit point of view, and Western massage, based on anatomy and physiology.

In the West, the Swedish massage is the most well know type of massage and forms the basis for deep tissue, remedial, sports and other Western-style massages which are based on anatomy and physiology.

Therapists focus on individual parts of the body where symptoms lie and concentrate their massages techniques in these areas.

Before:

Having a bath or shower, before waxing is fine, the steam from a hot shower will open those follicles encouraging the hairs to be more easily removed, and therefore less painful.

Plus, who doesn't want to be clean and fresh when someone else is going to be very close and personal ?!

Don't use moisturiser or deodorant as this may form a barrier to the wax.

It's perfectly ok to have a shower after a wax, but take a cool or warm shower as your skin is still very sensitive. I recommend waiting at least 6 - 8 hours before having a shower so that you allow your skin to recover.

AVOID hot showers or saunas/steam rooms after you have had a wax as the heat may open your pores further, inviting bacteria into the skin. (see FAQs) Hot showers, saunas, steam rooms and sunbathing are a definite NO after a laser procedure.

The waxed area ought to be kept clean and nourished with post-waxing products to keep the skin smooth and healthy. Always, always, ALWAYS start exfoliating 48 hours after your wax, it'll slough away dead skin and discourage ingrown hairs.

Relaxes your whole body but at the same time, works through some of the muscle issues or "tight spots" you may be experiencing.

The Body Barber Signature Massage induces a relaxation response which lowers your heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure; plus boosts your immune system and generally decreases the physical effects of stress.

* Stress reduction and relaxation.
* Increased tissue elasticity.
* Reduce muscle tension, thereby improving the blood supply to an area.
* Improves sleep, massage is a great mental and emotional stress reliever.
* Release of endorphins, the body's natural pain killers.
* Assists the body in cleansing itself from toxins and supports the immune system.
* Dissolves energy blocks and promotes natural balance between mind, body and spirit.

Always consult your GP before having any form of deep tissue or remedial massage.

The word "Reiki" translates to "universal life force energy"' and comes from the Japanese words "Rei", meaning universal and "Ki or Chi", referring to life force.

Reiki is a form of alternative therapy commonly referred to as energy healing and is said to involve the transfer of universal energy from the practitioner's palms to their patient. It emerged in Japan in the late 1800's and was given the name by Mikao Usui who rediscovered the lost art after studying the 2500-year-old Sanskrit text.

The healing energy of Reiki originates from the universe and does not draw from the energy of the giver. The sensations that can be experienced are warmth, tingling, and deep relaxation and people receiving Reiki can sometimes fall asleep.

Relaxes your whole body but at the same time, works through some of the muscle issues or "tight spots" you may be experiencing.

The Body Barber Signature Massage induces a relaxation response which lowers your heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure; plus boosts your immune system and generally decreases the physical effects of stress.

* Stress reduction and relaxation.
* Increased tissue elasticity.
* Reduce muscle tension, thereby improving the blood supply to an area.
* Improves sleep, massage is a great mental and emotional stress reliever.
* Release of endorphins, the body's natural pain killers.
* Assists the body in cleansing itself from toxins and supports the immune system.
* Dissolves energy blocks and promotes natural balance between mind, body and spirit.

Always consult your GP before having any form of deep tissue or remedial massage.

The word "Reiki" translates to "universal life force energy"' and comes from the Japanese words "Rei", meaning universal and "Ki or Chi", referring to life force.

Reiki is a form of alternative therapy commonly referred to as energy healing and is said to involve the transfer of universal energy from the practitioner's palms to their patient. It emerged in Japan in the late 1800's and was given the name by Mikao Usui who rediscovered the lost art after studying the 2500-year-old Sanskrit text.

The healing energy of Reiki originates from the universe and does not draw from the energy of the giver. The sensations that can be experienced are warmth, tingling, and deep relaxation and people receiving Reiki can sometimes fall asleep.

Relaxes your whole body but at the same time, works through some of the muscle issues or "tight spots" you may be experiencing.

The Body Barber Signature Massage induces a relaxation response which lowers your heart rate, breathing rate, and blood pressure; plus boosts your immune system and generally decreases the physical effects of stress.

* Stress reduction and relaxation.
* Increased tissue elasticity.
* Reduce muscle tension, thereby improving the blood supply to an area.
* Improves sleep, massage is a great mental and emotional stress reliever.
* Release of endorphins, the body's natural pain killers.
* Assists the body in cleansing itself from toxins and supports the immune system.
* Dissolves energy blocks and promotes natural balance between mind, body and spirit.

Always consult your GP before having any form of deep tissue or remedial massage.

The word "Reiki" translates to "universal life force energy"' and comes from the Japanese words "Rei", meaning universal and "Ki or Chi", referring to life force.

Reiki is a form of alternative therapy commonly referred to as energy healing and is said to involve the transfer of universal energy from the practitioner's palms to their patient. It emerged in Japan in the late 1800's and was given the name by Mikao Usui who rediscovered the lost art after studying the 2500-year-old Sanskrit text.

The healing energy of Reiki originates from the universe and does not draw from the energy of the giver. The sensations that can be experienced are warmth, tingling, and deep relaxation and people receiving Reiki can sometimes fall asleep.

Countless civilisations throughout history have recognised the healing power of human touch.

* Improves well-being reducing anxiety, stress and depression
* Boost the immune system.
* Used to relax muscles after physical exertion or to warm and loosen them in preparation for exercise.
* Improves sleep, massage is a great mental and emotional stress reliever.
* Clients leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
* Release of endorphins, the body's natural pain killers.
* Improved lymphatic drainage.
* Reduction of swelling caused by an accumulation of fluid in the tissues.
Balancing the overall flow of natural life energy through the body (see Reiki)

Swedish Massage got its name from Per Herik Ling, a Swede who developed his own massage system after looking at Eastern Massage, based on the energy mind and spirit point of view, and Western massage, based on anatomy and physiology.

In the West, the Swedish massage is the most well know type of massage and forms the basis for deep tissue, remedial, sports and other Western-style massages which are based on anatomy and physiology.

Therapists focus on individual parts of the body where symptoms lie and concentrate their massages techniques in these areas.

Remedial massage will be beneficial to decrease tension, increase flexibility, reduce pain and improve recovery. It works by physically breaking down hard areas of rigid tissue, called adhesion or 'knots', and relieve pain.

* Decreases the release of the stress hormone, cortisol. Higher levels of cortisol promote emotions of stress, anxiety and depression.
* Increased tissue elasticity.
* Reduce muscle tension, thereby improving the blood supply to an area.
* Improves sleep, massage is a great mental and emotional stress reliever.
* Release of endorphins, the body's natural pain killers.
* Improved lymphatic drainage speeding up the body's own healing process..
* Balancing the overall flow of natural life energy through the body (see Reiki)

Always consult your GP before having any form of deep tissue or remedial massage.

With origins dating back to India, China, Japan, Greece and Rome, the word 'therapeutic' comes from the Greek 'therapeutikos' defined as 'of or relating to the treatment or cure of a disorder or disease'. The word 'massage' also comes from the Greek 'masso', meaning 'to knead'.

Massage is not suitable for everyone and may not be appropriate in certain circumstances such as, but not complete:
* Fractures
* Burns or healing wounds, round the area affected
* Deep vein thrombosis
* Contagious or irritable skin conditions
* Viral infections, colds or the flu as massage increases circulation throughout the body and can actually make things worse.

Remedial massage will be beneficial to decrease tension, increase flexibility, reduce pain and improve recovery. It works by physically breaking down hard areas of rigid tissue, called adhesion or 'knots', and relieve pain.

* Decreases the release of the stress hormone, cortisol. Higher levels of cortisol promote emotions of stress, anxiety and depression.
* Increased tissue elasticity.
* Reduce muscle tension, thereby improving the blood supply to an area.
* Improves sleep, massage is a great mental and emotional stress reliever.
* Release of endorphins, the body's natural pain killers.
* Improved lymphatic drainage speeding up the body's own healing process..
* Balancing the overall flow of natural life energy through the body (see Reiki)

Always consult your GP before having any form of deep tissue or remedial massage.

With origins dating back to India, China, Japan, Greece and Rome, the word 'therapeutic' comes from the Greek 'therapeutikos' defined as 'of or relating to the treatment or cure of a disorder or disease'. The word 'massage' also comes from the Greek 'masso', meaning 'to knead'.

Massage is not suitable for everyone and may not be appropriate in certain circumstances such as, but not complete:
* Fractures
* Burns or healing wounds, round the area affected
* Deep vein thrombosis
* Contagious or irritable skin conditions
* Viral infections, colds or the flu as massage increases circulation throughout the body and can actually make things worse.