v Massage has been prized for it's restorative properties since ancient times, often in combination with the healing properties of plants and herbs.  The legacy continues today, with the use of REIKIROCKS™ Home Spa Products.

v Experience the fun of being an alchemist in your own kitchen, while discovering the renewing properties and uplifting effects of custom blending your own aromatherapy massage oil.  Spa recipes can be selected from the "how do I use my kits" section.

v Get a partner. Invite a partner or a mate.  Trade massages with a friend.

v Of course, a massage table is a nice addition to a home spa. If you don't have a massage table, a firm mattress covered with a bath sheet or large towel will work. Even a blanket on the floor will do.

v Ask the recipient to lie in a comfortable position and take three deep breaths to encourage relaxation.

v Set the scene by using soothing spa music by using the CD which comes in the home spa collection.  Light your rose candle.

v The primary purpose of a massage is to activate the body's nerve endings and stimulate the circulation of blood through gentle stroking of the skin.

v Use one of many different massage techniques.  Kneading, deep friction, rocking, compression, skin rolling, fingertip brushing, and percussion are just a few.  The type of technique used will depend on what works best for your body and what feels most comfortable.  A massage that is too painful will not yield effective results.

v Essential oils used in massage treatments can relieve stress and anxiety, improve blood flow, detoxify, ease pain and soothe sore muscles.  Custom blend your oil to meet your specific needs.  Use the blending chart on the Relax, Essential Oil Discovery Card. 

v Pour massage oil first into your palm, to warm the oil, instead of directly onto the skin.

v Make sure you replenish the body's fluids by drinking water or herbal tea after a massage.

v Follow the instructions in your home spa kit or refer to the protocols for ReikiRock Massage under Professional Protocols for a hot rock massage in your home spa.

v The addition of Reiki energy in the basalt rocks brings tension relief just holding the rocks in a hand treatment or laying on the covered heated rocks. See Reiki on the Rocks.