Indian Head Massage – with oils
What is Indian Head Massage?
Indian Champissage™ is a simple, safe and highly beneficial therapy which has been popular throughout the Indian sub-continent for over a thousand years. Massage of the scalp, face, neck and shoulders soothes, comforts and rebalances to produce a feeling of peace and tranquility. Additional benefits can be gained from the optional use of special oils to nourish hair roots, promoting improvement in the condition of the hair and even reducing hair loss.
It is based on the traditional form of Champi (head massage) practised in India for over 1,000 years and is based on the Ayurvedic principles. Rima Shah at Calm and Clear Complementary Therapies® has been trained directly by Mr Narendra Mehta in this form of rejuvenating Indian Head Massage.
It is a wonderfully relaxing therapy which is based on the ancient Ayurvedic healing system and Chakra balancing.
This is a longer treatment - using oils and lying on a couch.
It has been used by clients to aid relief from aches and pains, stress symptoms, sleep issues, aid hair growth, providing a deep sense of peace, calm and tranquility.
History
Massage has always played an important part in Indian life. It features in the earliest Ayurvedic texts, which date back nearly 5000 years. Indian infants often receive a daily massage from birth until they are three years old to keep them supple and in good health. From three to six years of age, they are massaged once or twice a week. After six years of age, they are taught to share a massage with family members. Massage occurs across the generations in India as an integral part of family life. Indian Champissage™ springs from this rich tradition of family grooming.
Head massage has been practised for over a thousand years. The concept was originally developed by women who used different oils according to the season (coconut, sesame, almond, olive oil, herbal oils, buttermilk, mustard oil and henna) and individual needs to keep their long hair strong, lustrous and in beautiful condition.
The style of Indian Head Massage used at Calm and Clear Complementary Therapies® uses many of the traditional methods used in India.
What happens during a treatment?
At Calm and Clear Complementary Therapies® a full consultation is taken before the treatment, checking for any contraindications to treatment.
Details about general health, medication, diet and hobbies will be discussed.
The treatment is done with the client undressing from the waist up and lying on a massage couch covered with towels and blankets. Oils are used to massage around the upper back, shoulders, neck and into the head.
Each appointment lasts 45 minutes and depending upon the client’s personal needs.
- 45 minutes - lying on a couch using oils
The massage includes the shoulders, upper arms, neck and head and is completed with the balancing of the 3 higher Chakras, to leave your head feeling Calm and Clear® – and giving you a general feeling of health and happiness.
Following the massage after care advice is given. General lifestyle advice will also be given related to your individual needs, including some dietary advice and muscle stretching. Some information about using Ayurvedic oils at home may also be given if it’s appropriate.
Click here for a shorter, oil-free head, neck and shoulders massage.
Benefits of Indian Head Massage
Indian Head Massage (Champissage™) provides all the general benefits of massage plus clients have reported the following:
