Discover how this self-care practice helps relieve stress and promotes well-being
Massage, a practice documented in history by the Egyptians and Greeks, is recognized for its power to help relieve tension, heal injuries, reduce pain and address mental issues, including stress and fatigue. Originating from the human instinct for touch and connection, it has evolved over the centuries.
The Chinese were the first to recognize the benefits of this therapy and to develop techniques that are still relevant today, known to relieve daily pressures, promote well-being and even combat swelling in the body.
While in the past massage was a common practice among ancient civilizations, today it has become a widely adopted trend among people of all ages and genders. “Whether it is on the body, feet or face, to reduce measurements, relax or heal injuries, massage is a necessary self-care ritual in these exhausting times, where everything is very fast and intense,” says Isa Santini , founding partner of Atelier Beauty, a luxury spa.
Below is a list of the main massages and the benefits they bring to the body, mind and emotions. Watch!
1. Relaxing massage
Performed with deep and enveloping movements, this type of massage gives harmony to the body and deep relaxation. The technique can be performed with or without hot stones, elements that help relieve muscle pain, reduce stress and tension, as well as increase well-being. “The movements also transform posture and release tension,” Isa points out.
two. Massage with pinda
It is a relaxing massage that aims to align and balance energy. Thanks to the heat of pindas, small bundles of linen or cotton fabric that have coarse salt or sea salt, herbs, for different treatments -, associated with oils, the technique reduces accumulated muscle tension, which dissolves quickly after the first application.
“Pinda also helps purify, hydrate and nourish the skin, calming the nervous system, as well as unblocking the lymphatic system, which is part of the immune system, and helps fight infections and other diseases. Its application induces relaxation, improves stress and creates the fundamental conditions for inner and outer beauty to emerge”, says the expert.
3. Therapeutic massage
In addition to the benefits of relaxing massage, the therapeutic technique helps in the treatment of both chronic and acute pain. This is because it has maneuvers that help loosen muscle fibers, as well as the help of moxa, a moxa-based stick herbs who perform a technical acupuncture technique without needles, using only the heat of the fire — which brings oxygen through increased blood circulation, strengthens tissues and promotes relaxation and relaxation of muscles.
4. Fabulous massage
This popular treatment combines lymphatic drainage, modeling massage and deep relaxation movements. Therefore, its action reduces local edema, improves muscle conformation, painful symptoms and the appearance of cellulite. Movements redistribute the cell fatcreating regularity on the skin surface, shaping and deflating the entire body.
On the face, the fabulous massage has a lift immediate because it deflates and reactivates vital circulation, reducing the effects of tiredness in the area. “It also works to highlight cheekbones and promote a new facial contour, making it ideal for brides and parties,” explains Isa.
5. Lean body
The other exclusive Ateliê Beauty massage combines lymphatic drainage and modeling massage with the use of body toolspantalas (steel massagers) from the Brazilian coast, international sustainable cosmetics brand. The treatment drains and defines the body, helps to reduce celluliteit tones muscles, as well as relaxing tension and performing myofascial release, an injury prevention technique and relief from muscle pain.
By Geovanna Portante
Source: Terra
Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
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