After Care

After your massage treatment, your body and mind are in a relaxed state. To ensure you receive maximum benefits from your treatment, it is recommended that you read and follow the aftercare advice sheet:

• Drink plenty of water after your treatment. This helps with dehydration, lost fluids, reduces fatigue, as well as helps eliminate toxins from your body.
• Avoid drinking alcohol or caffeine containing beverage for 12 hours, as they have dehydrating properties.
• Avoid strenuous activity for the next 12 hours, to help your body relax and de-stress further.
• Take time to do simple breathing exercise, for example the 4-7-8 breathing technique.
• When sitting in front of a computer for longer than 20 minutes, stand up to stretch and gently warm up your joints. Fetch yourself a glass of water.
• Massage treatments work best, when performed on a regular basis. Make sure to book your next session promptly.

• Avoid wearing make-up for at least six hours after a facial treatment.
• Always cleanse, tone and moisturise your face. To prevent loss of moisture, protect the skin from make-up and to keep the skin soft and supple.
• Always remove all traces of make-up at the end of the day.
• Drink plenty of water (we recommend 6-8 glasses per day).
• Eat a healthy, balanced diet – include at least five portions of fruit and vegetables.
• Do not undertake any other facial skincare treatments within 48 hours of having a facial.
• Avoid sunbathing for up to 12 hours.
• Avoid direct heat, such as saunas, hot baths, showers or a hot hairdryer.
• Do not apply perfume or perfumed products to treated area within 48 hours of having a facial.
• Stay away from direct sunlight/sunbeds and heat e.g. saunas for 48 hours after having a facial.
• Do not apply any other exfoliating skincare products for 72 hours after having a facial.
• Always use an SPF sunscreen to block ultraviolet B rays.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol.

 Apply hand cream regularly.
• Rubber gloves should be worn as water and detergents will weaken the nails and have a drying effect on the skin and they will prolong the life of your varnish.
• Drink plenty of water as this helps strengthen the nails and hydrates the skin and is essential part of maintaining a healthy body (we recommend 6-8 glasses per day).
• Eat a healthy, balanced diet – include at least five portions of fruit and vegetables.
• Gentle buffing of the nails will strengthen them.
• Allow adequate time after your manicure for your nails to dry before leaving the salon.
• Massage cuticle with oil.
• Use non-acetone varnish remover.
• Have regular manicures.

To make the best of your newly pedicure, follow these simple guidelines:

• Leave adequate time after your treatment to allow your nails to dry
• For pedicures wear open toe shoes if possible
• Change socks or tights daily
• Apply moisturising lotion daily to the feet after bathing
• Dry feet thoroughly after washing, especially between toes
• Apply talc or special foot powder between the toes to help absorb moisture
• Foot sprays containing peppermint or citrus oil are useful to refresh the feet during the day
• Massage cuticles with cuticle cream or oil
• Use non-acetone varnish remover

For long term improvements book in for regular pedicures.

After Your Treatment

After receiving a holistic treatment such as Hopi Ear Candle it is perfectly normal to experience the following, known as contra-actions:

* Cold like symptoms.

* Sticky feeling within the ears or the loosing of ear wax.

* Headache or Slight dizziness.

* Slight dryness in the throat.

These reactions will last no longer than 24-48 hours, but if you have any concerns please feel free to contact me.

You may also experience

* Improvement in clarity of sound.

* Lighter feeling in the head and face due to sinus pressure relief.

Aftercare

* Ear wax/residue may naturally work its way out of the ear over the following 24-48 hours, this is normal (I recommend that you protect your pillows with a towel to prevent staining of your bedding).

* Do not submerge your head under water for 24 hours after your treatment and try to avoid cold air blowing into your ears.

* Do not insert anything, including cotton buds inside your ears.

* Drinking plenty of water, squash, or herbal teas to help eliminate toxins and flush out the lymphatic system.

* If you experience a runny nose please blow it rather than sniffing.

* If you had a bit of a cold at the time of your treatment please note your symptoms may get worse.

* You should leave a minimum of 48 hours between treatments.

Follow up treatment depends on the nature of the ear complaint, please speak with your therapist for advice.

These reactions will last no longer than 24-48 hours, if you have any concerns immediately following your treatment please contact me on 07398546659

If you experience any spots or rashes for more than a week, please consult with your GP

To allow the Indian Head Massage to be fully beneficial, please avoid the following for the next 24 hours –

• Caffeine

• Smoking

• Alcohol

• Drugs

• Strenuous activity

• Undertaking a long drive

• Heavy meals

• It is also beneficial to avoid shampooing your hair for several hours after treatment.

To remove the oils, it is advisable to massage shampoo into dry hair, then wash it off. If possible, try and relax for the rest of the day, and try to drink plenty of water. Be aware that you might experience a variety of reactions, following the treatment. Usually you will feel very relaxed, and be able to reap the benefits.

However, you may also experience:

• Aching and soreness within the muscles - this is due to the release of toxins and the body’s nerves responding to the deep massage work.

• Tiredness - caused by the release of toxins. After the tiredness has gone, you should feel refreshed and energetic.

• Heightened emotions - perhaps even being tearful. This is due to the release of tensions.

Other reactions up to 24-48 hours after treatment –

• Headache

• Dizziness or nausea

• Disrupted sleeping patterns

• Increased release of mucus in the nose or mouth

These reactions are normal and show that toxins are being expelled from the body, & that it is rebalancing and cleansing itself.