CHARITY NIGHT FRIDAY 17TH MARCH for HUNTINGDON DISEASE...

We are holding a CHARITY NIGHT Friday 17th March, 6 - 9pm in aid of Huntingdon Disease. 

Sufferer Sharon Cook (see link at end of post) is running the London Marathon to help fund research and raise awareness of this disease. Treatments for just £5 (which goes directly to charity) include nail files and paint, spray tans, wash and blow dry, hair up, hair curled, eye tint and wax. Plus there will also be some stall holders and a raffle. Details of these will be posted here soon so keep checking our facebook page. 

If you cannot make our event you can also donate to Sharon Cook's fundraising page.

Huntington’s disease, which is often called HD, is an hereditary disorder of the central nervous system.

It used to be known as Huntington’s Chorea or HC.

Huntington’s disease usually develops in adulthood and can cause a very wide range of symptoms.

The disease affects both men and women. More details on their website.

DIFFERENT TYPES OF MASSAGE...

With so many different types of massage to choose from, it makes it quite difficult to decide which one to try and which one you would benefit from the most.

Records dating back as far as 2,700BC show that ancient Eastern Chinese Cultures practised massage to heal a number of ailments. Egyptian tombs have also been discovered to have images of figures being massaged. It is also well known that Julius Caesar underwent daily massages to treat nerve pain.

Swedish Massage – this massage uses long smooth strokes, kneading, and circular movements in superficial layers of muscle using massage lotion or oil.

Aromatherapy Massage – this massage uses one or more scented oils which are selected to suit different types of ailments and for relaxation, energizing and stress.

Hot Stone Massage – this is done by using heated smooth stones that are placed on certain points on the body to warm and loosen tight muscles and balance energy levels in the body.

Shiatsu Massage – this is a type of Japanese bodywork that uses localised finger pressure in a rhythmic sequence on your acupuncture meridians. Each point is held for 2 – 8 seconds to improve the flow of energy and to help the body regain balance.

Thai Massage – this is similar to Shiatsu in that it aligns the energies of the body by using gentle pressure and stretches on specific points.

Reflexology Massage – this type of massage is done on the foot where pressure is put to certain points on the foot that correspond to organs and systems in your body.

Sports Massage –  is specifically designed for people who are involved in physical activity.

WHAT IS AN EXFOLIATION FACIAL TREATMENT?...

An exfoliation facial is a treatment that can not only help to remove dead skin celss but can also slow down the rate at which skin ages.

Cleansing alone will not give the same effect on your skin but exfoliation helps to slough off these cells, and it's not used strictly on your face it can also be used on your body. I recently had a back exfoliation and it was amazing how different my skin felt afterwards.

You can buy different types of exfoliaiton products around from powders to electrical gadgets. However, a professional exfoliation facial given by a qualified beautician will give you the best results.

READY FOR A DETOX?

With the New Year upon us and Christmas now behind us. I am sure most of us have slightly expanded waistlines and our skin feeling a bit rough!

Well have no fear as a detox will soon sort it out.

You could start with a simple home facial massage to increase circulation to your facial tissue.  Facial massages can help to lift and firm skin reducing the appearance of puffiness and wrinkles.

Start your day with a detox tea, lots of health and food shops sell it. Follow up with a new keep fit regime then book to have a full body massage to thoroughly cleanse your body, using the best Clarins products.