The candle massage stimulates all 5 senses and has a relaxing, moisturizing and relaxing effect . Let's find out better.
What is candle massage?
Candle massage is a modern massage technique, which satisfies the search for well-being, the relaxation of the organism and relaxation, through sweetness and warmth, thanks to a manual and natural approach. This type of massage fits into the gentle holistic techniques used to alleviate physical and psychological ills .
Among the countries in which these techniques first spread, we recall Hawaii, as an evolution of the typical Lmi lomi massage practiced by Kahuna masters, and China, linked to aromatherapy and hot stone techniques, practiced in modern districts of Shanghai. Massage candles are divided into two types:
- Candles based on soy wax, made with 100% natural elements, have a good melting point; soy wax, although it can be used for different massage techniques, does not have the same moisturizing power as other formulations such as those based on oils or butters, for this reason they are considered of lower quality.
- Candles based on vegetable oils and butters, considered the best formulation, have a low melting point and give a great level of hydration; they generally consist of a mix with varying proportions of: coconut oil, almond oil, shea butter, cocoa butter, beeswax.
The wick of these candles is cotton, lead-free and chlorine-free. The candles also do not contain dyes, paraffins, or products of animal origin and are produced with vegetable raw materials of high cosmetic content that have not been tested on animals.
How does it work?
Massage candles are generally used in beauty centers and spas by expert massage therapists, but can also be used at home, for a relaxing and romantic couple's massage, for example.
The warmth of the raw materials of these products is combined with a pleasant aroma diffused by the essences and fragrances they contain and the massage that gives well-being, can be performed both with the hands and with other parts of the body.
To use this candle, light the massage candle and let the product melt on the surface for 10-15 minutes. The candle is then extinguished and, after a few minutes, a small amount of wax is poured onto the palm of the hand to check the temperature and, once checked, the desired quantity is poured into the palm of the hand or directly onto the body of the person receiving the massage and proceeds with extensive massages all over the body, which recall the movements of the waves typical of the Hawaiian Lomi lomi massage.
The vegetable butters of the candle spread on the body to perform the massage do not burn because the melting point is 40/45 °, slightly higher than the body temperature. In general, the candle massage is performed directly with the hands, thumbs and forearms, with ample maneuvers that relax and tone the muscles.
The intensity of the massage is gradually attenuated as the recipient relaxes. The masseur ends the session by wrapping the skin on the surface, making sure that the substances are received and absorbed by the body.
Sensual massage: a moment for the couple
Benefits of candle massage
The use of massage candles allows for relaxing, moisturizing and decontracting massages. The senses involved in this massage are all five: the sight, the light of the candle is observed while the vegetable butters of which it is composed, pleasantly strain on the skin.
The sense of smell : you can feel the delicate and precious scents of butters that recall pleasant situations, as happens with aromatherapy.
The touch : lets you listen to the rhythm of the hands that slide over the body during the massage.
Hearing : often an oriental or relaxing melody accompanies your massage.
Taste : skin absorbs loose butters and quenches thirst. In addition to the feeling of psychological relaxation that this multisensory involvement involves, it gives tone and vigor to the body, freeing it from stress and fatigue and recharging it with well-being.
For whom is candle massage intended?
The candle massage is designed for all those people who need to relax the body but also the spirit and the psyche, it is a very involving massage, which can also be done in pairs .
This massage is generally aimed at anyone who has the desire to experience a new sensation of well-being, due to the very gentle and invigorating massage at the same time, combined with the pleasant warm sensation of the melted butter of the candle.
At the end of the treatment the skin is velvety and hydrated and the relaxing and anti-stress effect lasts over time.
The law in Italy and abroad
The candle massage is one of the massotherapeutic practices, which can be found in well-being centers, spas, accredited spas.
In Italy there is always a lot of confusion about the law to protect unconventional therapies and disciplines. In 1928, through a Royal Decree (RD 31.05.1928, n. 1334, Art. 1), the figure of the Masseur and Capo Bagnino (MCB) of the hydrotherapy establishments was established. The massage therapist, as a denomination, is a relatively recent figure, who came after many others, as a masseur, masseur and lifeguard, physiokinesiterapist, massophysiotherapist, rehabilitation therapist.
Once the old professional figures established through legislative acts of the State have been abrogated or fallen into disuse, the regions - to which professional training is delegated, with the exception of that relating to the health professions - have variously legislated on the subject, but in general have limited the activity of massage to the aesthetic and wellness field. This profession is much appreciated and recognized in other countries, such as France, Switzerland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Austria, and Eastern Europe.
Associations and reference bodies
As seen, candle massage can be practiced at beauty salons or institutions, spas, spas, treatment centers.
In Italy there are various bodies and associations that protect the profession of massage therapist, such as AIM (Italian Massage Therapists Association) which lists the accredited schools and many other useful information. The various regional schools of massage therapy often also offer candle massage courses.
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