Massage

Bella Santé Spa Massage

Feel revitalized from head to toe. This traditional, Swedish-based massage employs vigorous muscle work. Your therapist combines long, flowing strokes known as effleurage along with kneading techniques to alleviate muscle soreness and stimulate circulation. The Spa Massage can be customized according to your individual needs.

Bamboo Massage

Bamboo Massage is an innovative way to provide Swedish or Deep Tissue Massage using heated bamboo sticks to roll and knead the tissue to create an extreme sensation of relaxation and well-being. The heated bamboo sticks are extensions of the therapist’s hands. Unique strokes (kneading, rolling or crisscross movements) are used as tools to soothe tension, relieve tight muscles and trigger points.

Deep Tissue Spa Massage

Deep tissue massage is a therapeutic form of massage that focuses on all layers of muscles and connective tissue from superficial to deepest. Your therapist will use slower, stronger strokes and techniques that will penetrate deep into muscles and tissue. How does deep tissue massage work? When there is chronic muscle tension or injury, there are usually adhesions (areas of tight and/or ischemic tissue) in muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Adhesions can block circulation and cause pain, limited movement, and inflammation. Deep tissue massage works by breaking down these adhesions and bringing in a fresh supply of blood to area and removing the toxic buildup that has been "stuck" tissue.

How is Deep Tissue Massage effective/beneficial? Deep tissue massage is effective because of its technique; it consists of strokes that may be similar to Swedish massage, but with movement that is slower and pressure that is deeper and concentrated on areas of tension and pain. Your therapist will utilize a variety of strokes and techniques in order to best meet your particular needs.

Will deep tissue massage hurt? At certain points during the massage, there may be some discomfort. It is important to tell your massage therapist when the discomfort you are experiencing is outside your comfort range.

There may be some soreness after a deep tissue massage, but it should subside within a day or so. Your massage therapist may recommend applying ice to the area after the massage.

Decleor Aroma RELAX Massage

Essential oils of sandalwood, frankincense, myrrh, neroli, petigrain, tonka bean, and patchouli envelop the body in a deep, soothing sensation, soften the skin and help to work out tension by releasing the olfactory properties of these essences.

Decleor Aroma DYNAMIC Massage

Essential oils of savory, lemon, pepper, cypress, angelica, and lavender boost microcirculation and stimulate the legs to help restore their tone.

Decleor Aroma SCULPT Massage

Essential oils of immortelle, rose, chamomile, lemongrass, lemon, grapefruit, frankincense, and myrrh help reduce the appearance of slacking skin, loss of firmness and elasticity of the body.

basq Pre-natal Massage

This relaxing and nurturing massage is a treat for both you and your baby. Our therapists use specialized pregnancy cushions that will accommodate your changing body. Focusing gently on areas of discomfort, such as lower back, swollen ankles and joints, this massage helps decrease water retention and improves circulation while relieving sore muscles. The basq products used for the massage are gentle and effective. They deliver results! From pregnancy to weight loss, sensitive skin to mature skin, and all the combinations in between, basq offers beautiful solutions that work. Feed the skin with nutrient-rich essential oils and plant extracts and you kick start all the building blocks that strengthen, rebuild, and replenish. The results are clear, no matter what skin type you have, no matter what skin stage you are in.

Bella Provence Massage

Close your eyes and allow yourself to be swept away to the South of France. This exclusive treatment is the ultimate relaxation experience, combining the nourishing and hydrating Provence body treatment with a Swedish massage. The treatment begins with a sea salt scrub mixed with whole lavender buds to thoroughly exfoliate and polish the whole body. After rinsing to reveal new skin, the relaxation continues with a full-body massage. Renew and rejuvenate your entire body, both inside and out.

Hot Rock Massage

Feel your stress melt away as your therapist lays steaming, polished river rocks, rich in nourishing mineral content, along your back. Gentle strokes leave you feeling totally renewed, releasing any tension or pain. The hot stones promote deep relaxation, leaving you renewed as well as rejuvenated

Couples Treatments

Share the experience of relaxations with someone special in your life whether that is your spouse, best friend or family member. Two therapists will provide simultaneous massage or body treatments in a suite for two. Ask us about our triplets room in Wellesley! (couples room not available in Boston)