Aromatherapy Massage
- From ₦62,160 (60 min) / 112,500 (90 min)
About our Aromatherapy Massage
Of all the senses, smell is the only one with a direct, unmediated pathway to the limbic system, the ancient part of the brain that governs emotion, memory, and the body’s stress response. This neurological shortcut is what makes aromatherapy uniquely powerful, it bypasses the rational, analytical mind entirely and speaks directly to the part of us that holds our anxiety, our emotional armour, and our deepest capacity for relaxation.
Our Aromatherapy Massage begins with a brief, thoughtful consultation in which your therapist selects an essential oil blend from our curated collection, chosen specifically for your needs on the day, whether that is deep nervous system calm, emotional uplift after a period of strain, hormonal balance, or the kind of profound mental stillness that ordinary life rarely allows.
The selected oils are blended into a warm carrier oil and applied through long, flowing effleurage strokes that immediately begin delivering the aromatic compounds to your nervous system through inhalation while simultaneously working the oils transdermally into the bloodstream. You will notice the shift long before the massage ends, a deepening of the breath, a heaviness in the limbs, a quieting of the internal monologue that is the most reliable signal that something real is happening.
Why it works
The Benefits
Calms the limbic system directly
Aromatic compounds delivered via inhalation reach the brain's stress centre without passing through the rational mind, producing immediate, neurological calm.
Suppresses cortisol and adrenaline
Essential oils absorbed transdermally measurably reduce the production of stress hormones, shifting the body into genuine rest and repair.
Elevates mood biochemically
Promotes the release of serotonin and dopamine, genuine, biochemical mood improvement that persists well after the session ends.
Deeply nourishes the skin
Warm carrier oils applied throughout the session leave the skin supple, hydrated, and luminously nourished.
Your session
What to expect
01
Consultation and oil selection
Your therapist asks about your mood, stress levels, and any specific concerns on the day before selecting a personalised essential oil blend from our curated collection.
02
Oil blending and preparation
The selected essential oils are blended into a warm carrier oil at the appropriate concentration for your skin type and sensitivity.
03
The massage
Long, flowing effleurage strokes deliver the aromatic compounds through both inhalation and transdermal absorption simultaneously. The shift in the nervous system begins within minutes.
04
Recovery
A few quiet minutes after the session to ease the transition. Your therapist will note the oil blend used so it can be replicated or adjusted for future sessions.
- Let your therapist know if you have any known essential oil sensitivities or allergies
- Avoid showering for at least 4 hours after your session to allow the oils to continue working transdermally
- Particularly beneficial before bed, the oils continue to calm the nervous system for hours after application
- The 90-minute session is recommended for those seeking the deepest emotional and physical restoration
