Ease aches and pains with a winter massage at Reveal Skin and Body

As the cold, wet Bay of Plenty winter sets in there is nothing more soothing than a relaxing massage in a wonderfully warm room. While massage is beneficial at all times of the year, there are some specific benefits that can be gained from massage in winter:

Boost your immunity

Massage therapy increases the flow of lymphatic fluid through the body. Lymph fluid is packed with white blood cells, which are the cells responsible for fighting off infections and bacteria, and improving the flow of lymph in the body can boost the immune system during this time of year where many of us get sick.

Improve skin hydration

Massage therapy is proven to improve skin hydration, stabilizing the collagen in your skin and helping to maintain your skin’s elasticity.

Increased Circulation
Cold weather can bring on many discomforts, aches, pains and arthritis but massage therapy can help by increasing circulation to muscles, joints, and organs. Improved circulation increases body warmth, provides healthier blood pressure levels, and increases the flow of oxygen throughout the body.

Banish the Winter Blues
After receiving bodywork such as massage therapy, cortisol levels are decreased (the nasty hormone responsible for stress!), and oxytocin levels are raised (the happy, contentment hormone). Massage also releases serotonin and endorphins, relieving stress and making you feel better. Regular massages enhance the overall state of well-being – banishing those winter blues!

Book your massage in now!