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A head massage is a deep-style massage that focuses on the head, neck, and shoulders. A head massage applies a range of techniques to help reduce stress and release tension in the upper body. Massaging the scalp can help stimulate nerves and blood vessels around the area and begin to calm muscle tension around the head.

Face massages help boost collagen production which ultimately means that your skin gains elasticity and shows fewer wrinkles. Pollution and stress can take a toll on your skin and age much faster than the normal speed. Regular face massaging will help reduce fine lines, pores, wrinkles & tighten your skin.

A foot massage is used on the muscles located around the front and back of the feet. Techniques such as acupressure, frictions, skin rolling, and trigger pointing are used. It boosts your circulation and releases endorphins, which can help reduce pain. And it’s great for stress relief, which can aid recovery from illness.

A neck and shoulder massage is focused on the muscles around the neck and shoulder area. Some muscles worked on during a neck massage include the sternocleidomastoid, scalene, and upper trapezius. A neck massage aims to relieve tension, reduce headaches, and increase relaxation.

A back massage is often effective in treating pain because it increases the blood flow to the affected area. Blood carries oxygen and nutrients that are essential for helping muscles recover after an injury.

A leg massage reduces stress, decreases tension, and helps control anxiety. A soothing leg massage can bring your heart rate below, relax tense muscles, and release endorphins. These all-calm nerves, and help you relax and loosen up.

Abhyanga is traditional Ayurvedic massage therapy, involving the application of warm, herb-infused, dosha-specific oil all over the body through long repetitive friction-based massage strokes on the limbs and circular strokes on the joints.

Improves circulation. Sitting in a steam room has been shown to benefit the cardiovascular system, particularly in older people. Skin health. Both steam rooms and saunas will make a person sweat due to the heat. Workout recovery. Loosens stiff joints. Reduces stress. Opens up sinuses. Burns calories.