Holistic Body Massage
Holistic Body Massage is a fusion of therapeutic massage techniques to include Chinese ‘Tui Na’ Massage, as well as a range of other bodywork including Holistic Sports Therapy, Remedial Massage, Thai Massage and Acupressure to focus on pressure points and Reflexology which is a healing art.
Body Massage alleviates tension pent up in the muscles of the body, specifically in the neck, shoulder, back and feet allowing your mind and body to relax and unwind. If you are looking for an holistic body massage in central London then get in touch with our Marylebone Wellness Clinic today.
Are You A Suitable Candidate for a Holistic Body Massage?
Please read the information below carefully to evaluate if you are a suitable candidate for this procedure.
Please consult with our London massage Practitioner or GP if you are in any doubt.
A consultation is essential prior to taking this treatment.
A complimentary telephone consultation is available, which will enable your practitioner to assess your medical history, your concerns and your personal goals. We can then discuss the desired treatment/s options.
Pre Treatment
Pre Treatment
Note:
Some of the conditions listed below may only be relevant if treating in the same area.
If in doubt check with your practitioner or with your GP.
Contra-indications
Recent surgery (within the last 6 months)
Any Violations During Pregnancy
Contagious & Circulatory disease
Active Cancer
Undiagnosed lumps (tumour)
High Blood Pressure
Epilepsy
Neurological disorders
Varicose veins / Thrombosis or Phlebitis
Blood disorders
Viruses (such as colds/covid)
Herpes
High temperature / Fever
Bacterial infections (such as impetigo, boils)
Fungal infections
Undiagnosed lumps or swelling
Recent injuries/fractures
Muscle tears / Sprained ligaments
Any undiagnosed pain
Unhealed Wounds / Stitches / rashes / severe sunburn
Psoriasis / Eczema / Dermatitis
Skin Disease / Disorders
Burns / Cuts / Sunburn / Abrasions / Bruising
Toxicosis – Drug / Alcohol consumption
Precautions
Pregnancy
Migraines
Back / spinal problems
Low Blood pressure
Respiratory problems
Allergies
Diabetes
Digestive system issues
Oedema
Heart conditions
Thyroid dysfunctions
Fibromyalgia
Osteoporosis
Rheumatoid arthritis
Parkinson’s disease
Medication Precautions
Some medications have to be out of your system for a certain amount of time before we can treat.
Check with your GP if you are taking prescription medication and discuss this with your practitioner.
Examples:
Cancer Medication
Antibiotics
Steroids
Blood Thinning Medications
Skin Thinning Medications
Photo Sensitive Medications
Recent inoculations within 48 hours
If you’ve had any of the following we advise to wait
Plasma Skin Corrector – 12 weeks
Cosmelan Skin Peel – 12 weeks
Green Peel Classic – 12 weeks
Waxing, Threading, Electrolysis, Hair Bleach – 2 days
IPL & Laser Hair Removal – 1 week
Advised to avoid prior to the treatment
Heavy Meal
Alcohol – 24 hours
Smoking Cigarettes – 2 hours
Coffee – 2 hours
Waxing – 24 hours
Sunbeds / Sunbathing – 24 hours
More FAQs
What will the treatment involve?
Your practitioner will complete a detailed consultation and medical history to identify the reasons for the treatment and your wellness improvement goals.
Following an assessment, your practitioner can provide you with a treatment plan and timescales to achieve the desired goals.
Your practitioner may carry out a postural or bio-mechanical assessment to access global muscles and their effects on the presented symptoms and conditions.
To start we personalise your treatment room by offering you a choice of colours from our mood enhancement light therapy system. The chosen hues and colour tones help to express a specific mood environment to suit you, promote calm, relaxation, balance the nervous system, improve energy levels, to name but a few of the effects.
The selected essential oil blend is rhythmically applied to your skin, followed by massage techniques to melt away the built-up physical and emotional stress and tension that is found throughout your entire body.
This holistic stress-busting treatment creates a wonderful state of relaxation by working on areas of tension on the back and there is particular emphasis around the shoulders, along the spine, head, neck and the feet.
Infra-red heat therapy may also be used to aid a deeper relaxing experience.
Why have the a holistic body massage?
An excellent choice of massage to:
• Release muscle tension
• Reduces ache & pain
• Improve joint stiffness
• Release head & neck tension
• Ease clench jaw
• Ease headache
• Improve circulation
• Promote a sense of wellbeing
• Aid relaxation
• De-stress
• Balance nervous system
• Balance emotions
• Support better mood
Does the massage hurt?
Each individual’s response will vary depending on the specific massage technique applied and if any symptoms such as inflammation or tension is present. Care is taken to adjust the pressure to suit you to make it as comfortable and as relaxing as possible.
How many massage treatments do I need?
Your practitioner will endeavor to treat your concerns as much as possible in a single treatment. However, depending on your state of being and your improvement goals you may need a course of regular treatments to achieve desired results.
How quickly will I see the results?
You will feel results immediately after a single treatment and progressively after each session during a course of treatments.
How long will the results last?
Commencing a single treatment, you will feel more agile and relaxed for several days and there is far more longevity commencing a course of treatments. However, this depends on many factors such as how one cares for oneself post treatment, stress, work environment, exercise choices and lifestyle influences.
After Care
Following treatment home care and remedial advice is provided which forms part of your treatment plan.
Upon leaving our premises, it’s important to try and relax and take it as easy as possible for the rest of the day.
Drink plenty of water for the next 24 hours to help your recently stimulated lymph nodes to remove any toxins from your body.
Avoid alcohol.
Avoid smoking.
Avoid caffeine.
Avoid any heat treatments sauna, steam and sun beds for 24 hours.
Home care advice may include stretches, functional exercises and health tips to do at home, all of which can help restore wellness, strength, flexibility and awareness within tissues, joints, body and mind.
Other Considerations
Do not be concerned if you suffer from any ‘healing reactions’ after your massage therapy, these can be completely normal, and is evidence that the massage has worked well.
Some healing reactions can include: a headache, feeling tired, increased sweating, feeling irritable, even more energised or heightened emotions.
Consider booking a regular aromatherapy massage treatment to maintain the results between each treatment.
Price & Practitioner
Treatment
Holistic Body Massage – 1hr £100.00
Practitioner:
Angela Taffinder – Senior Aesthetician
Independant Practitioner:
Bryan Barrett
Reviews
Relaxing Restorative Yoga with Angela This was my first ever attempt at something more calming with exercise – having never ventured into the wonderful world of yoga before yet always window shopping and wanting to try yet slightly intimidated by the breath work and poses. I work within Investment Banking and the restorative style yoga sounded just the ticket.
Angela is awesome. Clear, concise, warm and super encouraging and super demonstrative- you feel she’s actually beside you and it’s a personalised 1-1 session. Angela is so knowledgeable and passionate about yoga that it oozes from her effortlessly. She’s a total natural and has your attention from go.
Loved this and was just what I needed for an ultra restful sleep.
Rachel Penny
I recently started one to one yoga sessions with Angela, under duress from my partner may I add, so I was actually dreading it. Angela put me at ease immediately, her guidance was clear and she was very compassionate to a newbie. I am 8 weeks in and I must admit do feel a lot better all round…..
James
Angela’s classes really suit my specific needs. I work fom home, at my desk and I struggle to fit in any movement during my busy day. Angela has hit the nail on the head, with 30 minute, seated stretching and conditioning classes that I can do from my desk during my lunch break. The classes are easy to follow, fun, personal and motivating both mind and body. I love Angela’s technique, tone and patience!
Lina
Thank you angela for really informative online classes – thoroughly enjoyed them and , having recently been diagnosed with Afib, I found the breathing techniques invaluable.
Janet
Angela is simply the best.
She has completely turned around my skin – I really couldn’t be happier with the results. Angela has so much experience, and so much advice – there are always different options and avenues to explore.
I really couldn’t recommend more
Alexandra
Angela is simply the best. I’ve been one of her clients for nearly 7 years and I can’t recommend her more highly. She has tailor made me a bespoke milia removal/ face rejuvenation treatment and I wouldn’t be without it! She has so much experience and knowledge and never fails to work her magic. Her treatments are so much more than your bog standard facial, she knows exactly what your skin needs and explains everything along the way. I promise you won’t find any one better.
Imogen
Angela has been caring for my skin for the last 25 years. Her treatments are bespoke, addressing whatever is currently going on with my skin. I have a monthly triple treatment which seems to be exactly what my skin needs at the moment. During lockdown, my skin missed her amazing treatments & careful attention.
Leila
I went in having let my milia run riot during lockdown and I was super impressed to leave the treatment not only without a mark but with totally revived skin after the facial. I also love that there is no “paint by numbers” approach to the treatment, you feel that you’re getting an experience tailored to your skin’s needs. I have and would continue to recommend.
Jade
I have been going to Angela for years and she really knows my skin and what treatments to give … I totally trust her and have recommended her to many of my friends who also love her . HIGHLY RECOMMENDED XXX
Hannah
Transformed my acne!
I have been coming to Emporium Treatments for almost a year and each time I leave, I’m even more in love with my skin. When I had my initial treatment with Angela, my skin was suffering from active acne and scarring. Angela provided a tailored treatment plan for myself, explaining every step clearly and since then my skin has improved dramatically. She has really helped with my overall confidence. I would highly recommend.
Chantelle
Angela always provides the best service, no matter which of the many treatments you choose. Booking is a breeze, and punctuality is proven. My chosen treatment was conducted quickly, professionally, and thoroughly. The results consistently exceed my expectations! I always look forward to my next appointment.
Lauren
Angela at Emporium is amazing!
I have recurring milia so I’m constantly coming to see her for extractions. Before my first visit she answered all of my questions and made me feel like she really cared before I’d even met her.
I have hundreds of milia and every session she has the patience of a saint, removing each one by hand.
It’s a bit of a painful procedure but she’s so lovely and friendly that I feel at ease the second I step through the door and she always works her magic quickly and carefully, using lots of cooling and soothing aftercare to help calm down my skin.
Over the years, she’s put so much time in to helping me work out what’s causing them and how to prevent future flare ups.
I have been to other places for milia removal in the past but Angela is by far the best (and more reasonably priced than some of the bigger companies). I wouldn’t even dream of going anywhere else now.
Sian
Emporium is my go to for facial treatments – Angela is one of London’s best kept secrets. Her technique is superb, far beyond what any branded beauty salon can do.
Anna Marie
I have been going to Angela (Emporium) around 6 years now and she always manages to clear my skin and keep me looking youthful with her up to date advance treatments,My personal favourite is the Green peel and Microneedling facial as well as various body treatments I have had here to .I always leave with a glow and get compliments highly reccomend x
Carmel
Five-star experience!
Couldn’t recommend Angela (Emporium) more highly! I’ve be going for bespoke facials for a number of years and have always felt a truly pampered. The facials are tailored to your skin type and she is *the best* at milia removal. Angela has always been able to accommodate appointments around my work schedule, and at short notice, and I’ve been more than happy to recommend to friends.
James
I’ve been going to Angela for the last 25/30 years. In between I’ve tried other places and practitioners but always end up going back to Emporium. Angela understands my skin, right from the beginning when I had acne and pigmentation to now where my skin needs are different. I appreciate her experience and knowledge, my skin looks and feels great. Highly recommend.
Kalyan
Angela’s facials have literally transformed my skin. I met Angela back in October last year, and my only regret is not going to see her sooner. My skin was ruined by a couple of badly chosen laser treatments earlier in the year and after my first facial with Angela I felt so much better about myself, she cleared my skin completely and made me love it again! I think I’m a little addicted to her treatments now, she knows a lot about skin care and tailors the facial to exactly what your skin needs. I’m so happy to have found her. 5/5 review from me!
Aneke
Excellent Milia Removal
Attended Emporium Treatment Clinic for milia removal. Great experience – friendly, well-priced and effective. Will definitely be recommending to friends.
Jamie
Angela is a fantastic practitioner and a lovely person. I’ve had many successful facials and treatments with her over the past few years. I trust her advice completely. She’s never pushed any treatments or products, but is always open to suggesting new solutions.
Colleen
Angela is simply the best.
She has completely turned around my skin – I really couldn’t be happier with the results. Angela has so much experience, and so much advice – there are always different options and avenues to explore.
I really couldn’t recommend more
Alexandra
Angela is simply the best. I’ve been one of her clients for nearly 7 years and I can’t recommend her more highly. She has tailor made me a bespoke milia removal/ face rejuvenation treatment and I wouldn’t be without it! She has so much experience and knowledge and never fails to work her magic. Her treatments are so much more than your bog standard facial, she knows exactly what your skin needs and explains everything along the way. I promise you won’t find any one better.
Imogen
Angela has been caring for my skin for the last 25 years. Her treatments are bespoke, addressing whatever is currently going on with my skin. I have a monthly triple treatment which seems to be exactly what my skin needs at the moment. During lockdown, my skin missed her amazing treatments & careful attention.
Leila
I went in having let my milia run riot during lockdown and I was super impressed to leave the treatment not only without a mark but with totally revived skin after the facial. I also love that there is no “paint by numbers” approach to the treatment, you feel that you’re getting an experience tailored to your skin’s needs. I have and would continue to recommend.
Jade
I have been going to Angela for years and she really knows my skin and what treatments to give … I totally trust her and have recommended her to many of my friends who also love her . HIGHLY RECOMMENDED XXX
Hannah
Transformed my acne!
I have been coming to Emporium Treatments for almost a year and each time I leave, I’m even more in love with my skin. When I had my initial treatment with Angela, my skin was suffering from active acne and scarring. Angela provided a tailored treatment plan for myself, explaining every step clearly and since then my skin has improved dramatically. She has really helped with my overall confidence. I would highly recommend.
Chantelle
Angela always provides the best service, no matter which of the many treatments you choose. Booking is a breeze, and punctuality is proven. My chosen treatment was conducted quickly, professionally, and thoroughly. The results consistently exceed my expectations! I always look forward to my next appointment.
Lauren
Angela at Emporium is amazing!
I have recurring milia so I’m constantly coming to see her for extractions. Before my first visit she answered all of my questions and made me feel like she really cared before I’d even met her.
I have hundreds of milia and every session she has the patience of a saint, removing each one by hand.
It’s a bit of a painful procedure but she’s so lovely and friendly that I feel at ease the second I step through the door and she always works her magic quickly and carefully, using lots of cooling and soothing aftercare to help calm down my skin.
Over the years, she’s put so much time in to helping me work out what’s causing them and how to prevent future flare ups.
I have been to other places for milia removal in the past but Angela is by far the best (and more reasonably priced than some of the bigger companies). I wouldn’t even dream of going anywhere else now.
Sian
Emporium is my go to for facial treatments – Angela is one of London’s best kept secrets. Her technique is superb, far beyond what any branded beauty salon can do.
Anna Marie
I have been going to Angela (Emporium) around 6 years now and she always manages to clear my skin and keep me looking youthful with her up to date advance treatments,My personal favourite is the Green peel and Microneedling facial as well as various body treatments I have had here to .I always leave with a glow and get compliments highly reccomend x
Carmel
Five-star experience!
Couldn’t recommend Angela (Emporium) more highly! I’ve be going for bespoke facials for a number of years and have always felt a truly pampered. The facials are tailored to your skin type and she is *the best* at milia removal. Angela has always been able to accommodate appointments around my work schedule, and at short notice, and I’ve been more than happy to recommend to friends.
James
I’ve been going to Angela for the last 25/30 years. In between I’ve tried other places and practitioners but always end up going back to Emporium. Angela understands my skin, right from the beginning when I had acne and pigmentation to now where my skin needs are different. I appreciate her experience and knowledge, my skin looks and feels great. Highly recommend.
Kalyan
Angela’s facials have literally transformed my skin. I met Angela back in October last year, and my only regret is not going to see her sooner. My skin was ruined by a couple of badly chosen laser treatments earlier in the year and after my first facial with Angela I felt so much better about myself, she cleared my skin completely and made me love it again! I think I’m a little addicted to her treatments now, she knows a lot about skin care and tailors the facial to exactly what your skin needs. I’m so happy to have found her. 5/5 review from me!
Aneke
Excellent Milia Removal
Attended Emporium Treatment Clinic for milia removal. Great experience – friendly, well-priced and effective. Will definitely be recommending to friends.
Jamie
Angela is a fantastic practitioner and a lovely person. I’ve had many successful facials and treatments with her over the past few years. I trust her advice completely. She’s never pushed any treatments or products, but is always open to suggesting new solutions.
Colleen
Angela is simply the best.
She has completely turned around my skin – I really couldn’t be happier with the results. Angela has so much experience, and so much advice – there are always different options and avenues to explore.
I really couldn’t recommend more
Alexandra
Angela is simply the best. I’ve been one of her clients for nearly 7 years and I can’t recommend her more highly. She has tailor made me a bespoke milia removal/ face rejuvenation treatment and I wouldn’t be without it! She has so much experience and knowledge and never fails to work her magic. Her treatments are so much more than your bog standard facial, she knows exactly what your skin needs and explains everything along the way. I promise you won’t find any one better.
Imogen
Angela has been caring for my skin for the last 25 years. Her treatments are bespoke, addressing whatever is currently going on with my skin. I have a monthly triple treatment which seems to be exactly what my skin needs at the moment. During lockdown, my skin missed her amazing treatments & careful attention.
Leila
I went in having let my milia run riot during lockdown and I was super impressed to leave the treatment not only without a mark but with totally revived skin after the facial. I also love that there is no “paint by numbers” approach to the treatment, you feel that you’re getting an experience tailored to your skin’s needs. I have and would continue to recommend.
Jade
I have been going to Angela for years and she really knows my skin and what treatments to give … I totally trust her and have recommended her to many of my friends who also love her . HIGHLY RECOMMENDED XXX
Hannah
Transformed my acne!
I have been coming to Emporium Treatments for almost a year and each time I leave, I’m even more in love with my skin. When I had my initial treatment with Angela, my skin was suffering from active acne and scarring. Angela provided a tailored treatment plan for myself, explaining every step clearly and since then my skin has improved dramatically. She has really helped with my overall confidence. I would highly recommend.
Chantelle
Angela always provides the best service, no matter which of the many treatments you choose. Booking is a breeze, and punctuality is proven. My chosen treatment was conducted quickly, professionally, and thoroughly. The results consistently exceed my expectations! I always look forward to my next appointment.
Lauren
Angela at Emporium is amazing!
I have recurring milia so I’m constantly coming to see her for extractions. Before my first visit she answered all of my questions and made me feel like she really cared before I’d even met her.
I have hundreds of milia and every session she has the patience of a saint, removing each one by hand.
It’s a bit of a painful procedure but she’s so lovely and friendly that I feel at ease the second I step through the door and she always works her magic quickly and carefully, using lots of cooling and soothing aftercare to help calm down my skin.
Over the years, she’s put so much time in to helping me work out what’s causing them and how to prevent future flare ups.
I have been to other places for milia removal in the past but Angela is by far the best (and more reasonably priced than some of the bigger companies). I wouldn’t even dream of going anywhere else now.
Sian
Emporium is my go to for facial treatments – Angela is one of London’s best kept secrets. Her technique is superb, far beyond what any branded beauty salon can do.
Anna Marie
I have been going to Angela (Emporium) around 6 years now and she always manages to clear my skin and keep me looking youthful with her up to date advance treatments,My personal favourite is the Green peel and Microneedling facial as well as various body treatments I have had here to .I always leave with a glow and get compliments highly reccomend x
Carmel
Five-star experience!
Couldn’t recommend Angela (Emporium) more highly! I’ve be going for bespoke facials for a number of years and have always felt a truly pampered. The facials are tailored to your skin type and she is *the best* at milia removal. Angela has always been able to accommodate appointments around my work schedule, and at short notice, and I’ve been more than happy to recommend to friends.
James
I’ve been going to Angela for the last 25/30 years. In between I’ve tried other places and practitioners but always end up going back to Emporium. Angela understands my skin, right from the beginning when I had acne and pigmentation to now where my skin needs are different. I appreciate her experience and knowledge, my skin looks and feels great. Highly recommend.
Kalyan
Angela’s facials have literally transformed my skin. I met Angela back in October last year, and my only regret is not going to see her sooner. My skin was ruined by a couple of badly chosen laser treatments earlier in the year and after my first facial with Angela I felt so much better about myself, she cleared my skin completely and made me love it again! I think I’m a little addicted to her treatments now, she knows a lot about skin care and tailors the facial to exactly what your skin needs. I’m so happy to have found her. 5/5 review from me!
Aneke
Excellent Milia Removal
Attended Emporium Treatment Clinic for milia removal. Great experience – friendly, well-priced and effective. Will definitely be recommending to friends.
Jamie
Angela is a fantastic practitioner and a lovely person. I’ve had many successful facials and treatments with her over the past few years. I trust her advice completely. She’s never pushed any treatments or products, but is always open to suggesting new solutions.
Colleen
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