What can I expect from a massage treatment

[Bonnofly]

Hi

Happy Christmas!

its been a few months since I have been on this forum - I have been busy but I have a quick question. My Boyfriends mum has bought me gift vouchers in a local spa (£60 worth!!!) I have had lots of facials but never a massage. I feel a bit shy so I am going for a head massage and a shoulder and back massage.

I have never been before do I have to take my bra off? sorry if that sounds stupid. I have booked the treatment to take place on 11 Feb but I feel slightly worried as I am not that toned and have eaten a lot of christmas. I have booked it in Feb so I can loose a couple of lbs before I go. Also I want a really relaxing one as I am due to take an exam in Jan and have been working quite hard at work - I was going to ask for lavender oil - is there any other oils that are for relaxing?

Thanks

ps if I went for a full body massage how high up the leg do most people go? I am not comfortable having someone go really high up.

 

[freetimeman]

Hi, you are a lucky girl. if you feel uncomfortable about taking your bra off, leave it on, when you lie on the massage bed, they will undo you bra and re do it when they have finished. if you do take your bra off, they will keep you covered at all times over the boobs, re legs, ask them how far they go, as some people only go as far as the top of the legs and some actually massage bottoms, but tell them 'what you want' only legs or i will try the other, i alwaystell clients what is involved and are they comfortable with it, if not let me know, so on that note, just relax and enjoy it - bliss,

 

[owlcroft]

Lucky you! I'm sure you'll love it. As for those extra pounds, your therapist will have seen it all so please don't worry. They use towels to preserve your modesty and I've never felt uncomfortable having a massage. If there is anything you don't want him or her to massage just let them know at the start. They will want you to feel comfortable and enjoy the experience.

 

[Whodie Who]

Hi

Thanks for you replys - there is no way I would have a man massaging me - oh the embarressment!!! There is only man that has seen me naked and thats my partner - could not bare another man I would feel really shy. I made it clear on the phone that I only want a women (I am really sorry to the men that massage saying this comment as I know its ignorant but I could not bare a bloke seeing my fat bits).

I also think I will be keeping my bra on and they can un pin it.

once again thanks

 

[Doethineb]

Hello again.

I must agree with the previous points, just let the therapist know what you are comfortable with and what you're not comfortable with. The therapist will have seen and heard it all before!

Have a great treatment, let the forum know how it went.

 

[Kds]

Hi Susan, that sounds great - wish someone would give me a present like that! Obviously, the key to you enjoying this gift is that you should relax and feel comfortable, so it must be on your terms. You clearly have your own views about your body and I'm not going to try to change those views here.
But... a couple of thoughts for you: even if it's true that you have fat bits (and it's all relative!) I've massaged men and women, young and old, thin and (let's be diplomatic) larger. You know which I've preferred? Yes, those with some flesh on them. Clients with no "fat bits" don't give you much to get hold of.
And I could be wrong but I always thought women were more judgmental about these things than men, but that's another argument!
It might make you feel better about yourself, by the way,if you take a look at the websites of some massage couch manufacturers - and look at what weights these couches are built to support. If your weight is anywhere near the upper limit, I'll send you another £60 voucher!
Relax and enjoy your massage...

 

[Pompal 09.]

Hi Nick

Thanks for your comments - I am looking forward to this massage!!

 

[foebpasse]

Hi Susan,
Once you've got over the initial shyness,you'll become hooked,then any subsequent massages you have will be all the more enjoyable and beneficial.A therapist should be familiar with all types of bodies,enjoy the experience.

 

[FroChauuaa]

hi, i am a full time student studying As's (daytime) and Swedish body massage of an evening.
I read the earlier post by susan...

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there is no way I would have a man massaging me - oh the embarressment!!! There is only man that has seen me naked and thats my partner - could not bare another man I would feel really shy.
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I'm just wondering if this is a common thought among woman clients. I have massaged woman before, and just arranged for a female client to have a massage next weekend (a free massage -as to not get the TAX man agree lol). So what are you thoughts on this (females); would most females feel embarressed being massaged my a male?

Warren x