GAYLE's THAILAND BLISS Dual Treatment

Facial and partial body massage. Approximate 2 hour treatment - $150

The healing process of Thai herbal compress therapy dates back nearly 5,000 years, to an era when the knowledge of plants, including their effects through ingestion or application on the body, were painstakingly researched and then passed down from one generation to the next.

This herbal therapy was designed to relieve pain and inflammation. A selection of therapeutic herbs, including Prai, Ginger, Turmeric, Kaffir Lime, Camphor, Tamarind and Lemongrass, are wrapped in a muslin compress, steamed and then applied to the body in gentle pressing, circular and rolling movements. The blend of traditional Thai herbs used in these compresses has a relaxing and invigorating effect on the body and mind, soothing sore and overworked muscles while giving the body’s energy reserves a huge boost. These herbs possess properties that are anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent and antioxidant.

In Thailand, the herbal compress is called luk pra kob, translated as “herbal pressing sphere.” To make the compress, a combination of healing herbs is bundled together in accordance with ancient recipes, steamed and placed directly on the skin to soothe muscular aches and swelling. You will feel both intensely relaxed and energized by this restorative treatment. The compresses are basically steamed and used to penetrate the skin through moist heat therapy with herbal benefits.

The Thai herbal compress technique offers several potential health benefits: It induces deep relaxation, relieves stress and fatigue, boosts both emotional and physical well-being, assists alignment and postural integrity of the body, improves circulation of blood and lymph and stimulates the internal organs.

After the approximate 2 hour treatment, Gayle gives the compresses used as a gift to the client to take home with detailed instructions and suggestions for the client’s use. Some of the more popular uses at home are: use them for a detoxifying HERBAL BATH, use to EXFOLIATE by scrubbing with the compress while bathing, use as an HERBAL FOOT MASSAGE with pressure point foot massage, etc.

Gayle has compiled a unique blend of massage music for this treatment that is deeply relaxing. As a finish, she will prepare Mighty Leaf Tea of your choice with a special “Thai treat” to complete your “Thailand Bliss Journey to Paradise”!