What is a luxury full body massage?
The therapist uses professional strokes such as effleurage, kneading, and pressure techniques to relieve tension and improve circulation. Essential oils or lotions reduce friction and nourish the skin. A full body massage will typically include the back, arms, head, shoulders, legs, calf and foot massage. The 7 principles of massage are balance, rhythm, pressure, intention, patience, awareness, and flow. These principles guide the massage therapist in delivering a soothing, effective, and personalized experience for each client.Different needs require different types of massages in order to attain the greatest benefit. Here are four different massages – Effleurage, Petrissage, Tapotement and Friction – and instructions when to use them and how to do them.