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Aromatherapy Massage a Quick
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Aromatherapy massage
uses essential oils, aromatic essence distilled from a single
botanical source, along with long, flowing connective strokes,
called "effleurage." Essential oils can be sedative or stimulating;
some have an analgesic and antispasmodic effect and most are
antibacterial. The client will disrobe and lie facedown on a
comfortable padded table and will be covered by a sheet. The
environment will be peaceful and relaxing, often candlelit with soft
music playing. Aromatherapy massage reduces the level of harmful
stress hormones, stimulates the blood circulation, stimulates
lymphatic flow and helps alleviate chronic problems such as
hypertension, migraines, digestive problems and PMS.
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