How does it work?
Once heated in a heating–stones adapted and coated with natural massaging oils, the stones are then placed onthe energetic centres of the body (the forehead, the belly, the back, the hands, the feet...). The action of the heating stones on the naked skin reflects the benefits of a mini-sauna associated with a draining, detoxifying and relaxing massage. Born from the earth strength, the massaging stones have a surprisingsoftness and transmit their amazing energy for up to 45 minutes.
You can alternate the applications of the hot stones and the cold ones. This simulating change in temperature has a beneficial action onthe energetic lines (Meridians). After only a 10 minutes session, the body is immersed into a healthy heat.
It is important to test the stones’ temperature before placing them on theskin: beware of getting burnt! | 
It is highly advised touse natural and pure massaging oil for a betterefficiency.
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The pebbles are of a
surprising softness and theperson receiving the massage will never be able to distinguish between the handsand the stones. It is an agreeable massage to give and receive. The masseurbeneficiates from the energy of the pebbles.
Stones maintenance
For a professional use, it is recommended to rinse the stones with soap coldwater after each client and bathe them in antibacterial solution. At the end of theday, immerse the stones into salt water for 20 minutes. Dry them and coat eachstone with natural massaging oil (e.g. soft almond oil). Put back the stones intheir cases. The benefits of stones therapies: The hot stonesmassage
is a journey from which you will come back refreshed and appeased.Of a ferruginous composition, the basalt stones improve sensibly the blood circulation and relax the muscles. That is the reason why therapists use them so much. From the 1st session, this massage:
provides a feeling of harmony
relaxesdeeply the muscles
favours the oxygenation of the tissues
fightsagainst stress and tiredness
improves blood circulation
increases the cellular metabolism (thebody treats the nutrients efficiently)
simulates the lymphatic functions(elimination of the toxins)
generates a feeling of well-being which last long after thesession.
Side-effects and cautions:The side effects are the same asthat of a classic massage, except for the heat. The hot stones massage is then nonadvisable for people suffering with circulatory or cardiac problems, tuberculosis,tumor, open injuries, haemorrhage, varix, phlebitis or high arterial tensions. Nonadvisable for pregnant women. People suffering with diabetes or other sickness needto have a doctor’s prescription. This massage is highly not advised for people witha sensitive skin or a damaged nervous system.
