Indian Head Massage

Scalp and hair massage including massage of the upper back, neck and shoulders. Can be done using oils on the skin or over clothing. Please inform Nina at the time of booking if you would prefer oils or a dry massage.

Indian Head massage is a traditional and very effective therapy. It has evolved from traditional techniques, practised in India, as part of family ritual, for over a thousand years. It has its origins in ancient medicine known as Ayurveda.

The treatment involves massage to the scalp, face, neck, upper back, upper arms, and shoulders with the client laying on both the front and back, for ultimate relaxation. (If you prefer to be seated during this treatment, this can be accommodated).

Indian Head massage is a traditional and very effective therapy. It has evolved from traditional techniques, practised in India, as part of family ritual, for over a thousand years. It has its origins in ancient medicine known as Ayurveda.

The treatment involves massage to the scalp, face, neck, upper back, upper arms, and shoulders with the client laying on both the front and back, for ultimate relaxation. (If you prefer to be seated during this treatment, this can be accommodated).

This treatment is ideally carried out on bare skin using oils. If the client wishes to keep their clothes on then the techniques can be carried out over clothing and no oil used if the client wishes not to get oil in their hair. Please state your preference at the point of booking.

Indian head massage promotes the restoration of balance and harmony to the body and mind. The therapeutic benefits go way beyond boosting hair health, helping to alleviate anxiety and stress by promoting a deep state of relaxation.

The treatment incorporates the use of massage and acupressure techniques using both firm and gentle pressure. This relaxes those areas and rebalances the body’s energy. Indian Head Massage can bring about feelings of wellbeing, calmness and relaxation. This therapy stimulates improvement in the circulatory and lymphatic systems and enhances joint mobility.

It can be especially helpful for the following symptoms:

• Stress and anxiety
• Eye strain
• Insomnia
• Headaches and migraines
• Mental fatigue
• Problems with concentration
• Tinnitus ear problems