What to Expect & Product Info

Your First Treatment (New Clients)

  • When you book your first treatment, you will receive an email and automated text to confirm the appointment, along with details of where to come.
  • Payment is taken after your treatment (all major cards accepted), or you can request a payment link/credit online if you prefer to pay in advance/save for your treatment.
  • You will be sent a reminder by email and WhatsApp before your appointment.
  • When you arrive, we will carry out a full consultation together to ensure you get the very best out of your treatment. I will outline what to expect depending on the therapy you have booked, and make sure you are comfortable.
  • There is a separate bathroom where you will change whilst I prepare the therapy room.
  • Please let me know in advance if you have sensitivity to certain smells or fabrics, and if you prefer quiet (no music).


Subsequent Treatments (Existing Clients)

For subsequent treatments, we will have a brief consultation to discuss any contra-actions following your previous massage therapy, and then tailor your next therapies accordingly. Your details will be checked and updated, if necessary, each year.


Please check your junk folder if communication is not received (look for reply@vcita). Please do not reply to the automated text from VGMT as I will not receive your message. Contact me using the email and phone number listed on this site.

After Care

After your treatment, your body will naturally continue to respond to the treatment.

  • Drink plenty of water - to aid with expelling toxins and to stay hydrated.
  • Stay relaxed - continue to reduce stress levels but don't be too still; keep gently moving and stretching muscles.
  • Avoid alcohol, caffeine and smoking - help your body to release toxins; don't add to them.
  • Book another treatment - regular massage/Reflexology/MLD works best; keep looking after your body and mind.


You may experience the following (particularly if you are new to the treatment), which typically last no longer than 24 hours as your body continues to respond to your treatment:

  • Slight headache/nausea.
  • More frequent visits to the toilet.
  • Vivid dreams.
  • Emotional release.
  • Symptoms worsening before getting better.

Products

I use Songbird Massage Wax for all my treatments, including a vegan alternative (which does not contain beeswax). Wax gives a better slip/grip ratio in comparison to oils.

At consultation, I will ensure that you are happy with the product being used. All my massage waxes contain 100% natural ingredients. For further information on Songbird products, please click here


NUT-FREE, BLENDED WITH GRAPESEED OIL, OLIVE OIL & BEESWAX:

Balance (citrusy aroma - uplifting): contains essential oils of Geranium, Frankincense and Bergamot.

Calming (outdoor scent - calming): contains essential oils of Neroli, Myrrh and Cedarwood Atlas.

Pacific Nights (heady floral aroma - relaxing): contains essential oils of Ylang Ylang, Jasmine and Neroli.

Sports (lemony/leathery aroma): contains essential oils of Manuka and Lemon with blends of high quality Calendula paste from New Zealand, and Hypericum (St. John's Wort).

Tea Tree & Mint Reflexology Wax (minty/fresh aroma): contains essential oils of Tea Tree, Spearmint and Peppermint.

Unscented: for those who prefer no scent


VEGAN:

Lavender (gentle floral aroma - soothing): contains essential oil of Lavender.

Balance (citrusy aroma - uplifting): contains essential oils of Geranium, Frankincense and Bergamot.

Sports (lemony/leathery aroma): contains essential oils of Manuka and Lemon with blends of high quality calendula paste from New Zealand, and Hypericum (St. John's Wort).


INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE ONLY:

Bringadi Scalp & Hair Oil : a nourishing oil that reduces irritation and promotes hair & scalp vitality (allergy advice - contains sesame oil). For further information on this product, click here


FOOT REFLEXOLOGY ONLY:

Before your treatment, I soak your feet in warm water containing Kerasal Foot Wash. For further information on this product, click here


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