Hot massage takes all the mindblowingly relaxing effects of regular massage and turns them up a notch. There are a number of a hot massage varieties – most usually involve soothing oils – some involve hot stones – and they’re all amazing.
-
1 It works magic for your muscles
We love (OK, endure) a group exercise class as much as the next person, but tight muscles the day after? We'd rather do without. A hot stone massage can help to banish muscle tightness, so you'll be climbing back on your spin bike with muscles as stretchy and flexible as a sixteen-year-old. (And, before every single other person who attended the class. Not that we're competitive.) The heat works its way deep down into your muscles and joints, so they expand and slowly relax.
-
2 It boosts circulation
Heat expands your blood vessels, helping to encourage blood to flow around your body. You'll probably feel this as a post-massage 'tingling' – the good kind of tingling, that is. A double whammy of goodness, improved circulation can also increase cell growth in your skin. And – it's good news for your complexion as well as your muscles. Hot massage comes top of the class, every time.
-
3 It cleanses your pores
We love this one. In layman's terms, when you sweat, your body flushes out toxins. This can help to clear out blocked pores, leaving your skin looking brighter and fresher. So you'll get that post-workout glow without even looking at the cross-trainer. If only there were more ways of looking like we've been to the gym without… going to the gym.
-
4 It's a super-stress buster
Yep, we're all beacons of calm – on the outside. For those days when that calm exterior's ruffled (heaven forbid) bring on the massage. The hot stones release lingering tension in your muscles, and it can also have a soporific – even sedative – effect on your mind. This puts paid to symptoms of both emotional and physical stress. You'll feel so at peace with the world, you won't even blink the next time your partner 'forgets' it's their turn to cook. Maybe.
With Treatwell, you can book beauty online at all your favourite salons – simple, hassle-free, and you can do it on the go. Discover amazing salons in your area.