Oceanfront Massage and Facial with Friends: Day Spa in Ensenada (Copy)

This service is no longer available with Shawn as she has moved.

We do offer mobile massage, so if you have an oceanfront rental, or amazing outdoor patio we can set up our massage tables there. Request here:

I am excited to partner with an LA trained esthetician, Shawn Blake, to offer massage and facial combinations. While one person receives an amazing massage, the other is getting an amazing facial all on a private oceanfront patio in Ensenada.  The picture above will be your view you listen to the waves and birds.   

This is an exclusive experience to relax while we heal your body and mind in front of the ocean.  We take groups of two to four; while two receive massage and facial, your friends can sunbathe, enjoy conversation, or a nap in the private ocean breeze.  Our friends love this service and keep coming back. You won't find it anywhere else.  

Pricing is just $89 for each client receiving a 60-minute massage and 60-minute facial treatment. 90 minute is an option too.  We can pick you up at your downtown hotel, Starbucks, or cruise boat. 

Be Well, Jesse

Relaxation Workshop for Couples and Family II (Copy)

After many requests, I am offering a massage workshop to my clients, on August 1,  4:30 in the afternoon.  

Bring your partner or come alone to spend an afternoon learning concepts and techniques to relax your friend and family. 

We all want greater connection, and touch is the best way to connect with your partner and family. My practice as a professional massage therapist has shown me many ideas and techniques that will help you offer a relaxing massage. 

I will offer my suggestions and guided practice so you can learn how to touch safely, relaxing your partner and creating a deeper connection. These concepts and techniques are geared toward a simple, clothes on massage.

I will keep this course small, at 8 participants so each has guided practice. Participants will receive a printed page with list of techniques and ideas. 

$25USD per person

Contact me directly for more details and to reserve your spot. 646 128 5160

Por qué yo uso aceite esencial de romero mas que otros ? (Copy)

Los aceites de esencias están poderosamente concentrados de aceite proveniente de flores y hierbas.    A menudo son utilizadas en aroma terapia y masaje. Yo uso aceite esencial por el aroma, aunque no se aplica comúnmente directo a la piel.    Yo uso romero mas comúnmente porque esto ayuda a mis clientes a llegar al estrés y reducir el dolor - dos impresiones buenas de la terapia de masaje.

Yo uso distintos aceites de esencia, pero el romero es el mas consistente para empezar mi sesión de trabajo de cuerpo. Por qué? Porque sus beneficios han sido  demostrados en pruebas clínicas.

    Los beneficios que me conciernen a mi y a mis cliente son: 

1) Alivio de estrés: Cinco minutos de inhalación del aceite de romero reduce los niveles de cortisona (la hormona del estrés) en tu saliva.  Mis clientes huelen algunas gotas por 20 minutos al inicio del masaje, mientras están boca abajo. Este es el principal beneficio al que me apego.

 2) Alivio de dolor: El romero reduce la inflamación, que esta asociada con el dolor bajo, Como petición, yo aplico romero directo al dolor de manos, dejándolo que se absorba a través de la piel mas que por el sistema olfativo. Este es el menor beneficio, pero cualquier cosa ayuda - y cuando se combina con las  7 dopaminas y con los efectos de la seretonina del masaje (tomar nota de mi otro blog), la reducción del dolor es tangible.

 3) Estímulos del sistema inmune: El mismo estudio que identifico los bajos niveles de cortisona resultado de la inhalación del aceite esencial de romero también encontró que la actividad de sangre comiendo los horibles 'free radicals'. 

También uso lavander, menta, y hierba de limón. hierba de limón y menta son muy útil para despertar clientes después de sus relajación profunda - para que pueden entrar el mundo real otra vez.  Sin embargo, romero es el mas útil para mis terapias y clientes con objetivos de reducir estrés en el cuerpo y aliviar dolor.  Lo uso como una de mis esfuerza para hacer todo que puedo para apoyar la salud de mis clientes.  Si se interesa en los efectos de masaje en estrés aun sin aceites, puedes leer mi post:  http://bit.ly/stressmassage.

Jesse Atkinson, MA

Reference: http://www.psy-journal.com/article/S0165-1781(06)00011-4/abstract

Why do I use rosemary essential oil most? (Copy)

Essential oils are powerful concentrations of oils from flowers and herbs.  Often they are used in aromatherapy and massage.  I use essential oils for the aroma, but do not apply directly to the skin commonly.  I use rosemary most because it helps my clients achieve stress and pain reduction – two common goals of massage therapy.  I use several essential oils, but rosemary is the most consistent to open my sessions of bodywork.  Why? Because it benefits have been demonstrated in some decent studies. 

The benefits that concern me and my clients are:

1)      Stress Relief:  Five minutes of inhalation of rosemary oil reduces the level of cortisol (your stress hormone) in your saliva.  My clients smell a few drops for about 20 minutes at the beginning of the massage, while face down.  This is the main benefit that I whole heartedly embrace.

2)      Pain Relief: Rosemary reduces inflammation, which is associated with lower pain.  On request, I will apply rosemary directly to sore hands, allowing it to absorb through the skin rather than the olfactory system.  This is a minor benefit, but anything helps - and when combined with the dopamine and seratonin effect of massage (see: http://bit.ly/stressmassage), pain reduction is tangible. 

3)      Immune System Boost:  That same study that identified lower cortisol levels resulting from inhalation of rosemary essential oil also found that the free radical-scavenging activity in the subjects’ bodies also significantly increased.  Free-radicals contribute to inflammation and aging, generally called oxidative stress.  I beleive this because of the study.  It is pretty hard to feel an immune system boost.  

I also use lavender, lemongrass, and mint. Lemon grass and mint are especially helpful to end a massage, so the client comes back to reality from ‘lala land’.  However, I find rosemary the most useful for my clients.  This is part of my effort to give my clients the best massage therapy experience possible.   If you are interested in the stress effects of massage even without the use of essential oils, see: http://bit.ly/stressmassage.

Jesse Atkinson, MA

Reference:

http://www.psy-journal.com/article/S0165-1781(06)00011-4/abstract

On Site Therapies to Valle de Guadalupe and Downtown Ensenada (Copy)

For the fall vacation and wine festivals, I am offering onsite therapies to select hotels in Ensenada and Valle de Guadalupe for groups of clients (two or more). 

Therapies available include:

Swedish Circulatory: Handed down from Europe, this style involves the use of oil and removal of clothing (we discretely use draping, revealing only the part of the body being massaged).  The strokes are light and flowing, increasing function of circulatory system.

Table Thai: Also called Thai Yoga Massage, because the therapist uses his hands, feet, and knees to move you in a series of yoga-like stretches.  It is energizing and rigorous, using muscle compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure. 

Deep Tissue: This style focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue.  It is especially helpful for those suffering from chronic pain and/or recovering from injury such as stiff neck, low back pain, shoulder, and other areas.  The movement is slower and deeper layers of muscles are accessed.

Hot Rock/Towel: This therapy uses the heat and magnetic energy of stones to bring deep relaxation to the muscles.  The therapist uses stones and towels to soften tissue or feet, and assist in stretching the neck.  Many consider this the most relaxing form of massage, promoting physical and mental health. 

Prices depend on location and size of group.  

EnsenadaMassage@gmail.com

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