Balinese massage (also known as the Bali massage technique) is a deep-tissue massage that involves acupressure, aromatherapy, and reflexology in one session.
It is without a doubt a pleasant experience, but did you know that this type of massage is very beneficial for your body systems too?
Here’s why I think it’s worth picking this beauty treatment at your next visit to SPA.
Benefits Of Balinese Massage
1. Enhanced Lymphatic Flow
One of the first benefits of Bali, or Balinese massage is that it improves lymphatic flow and blood flow.
Between spa visits, I like having a body dry brush at home, because a few gentle strokes before a shower feel wonderfully refreshing.
This unique massage technique enhances the proper functioning of the immune system and to stimulates the lymphatic system (which is the primary way that waste is transported from the cells to the rest of the body).
In other words, a Balinese massage can help your body fight against illness. Balinese massage can also increase the efficiency of lymphatic vessels that transport vitamins and minerals to the different parts of the body.
On top of it all, a Balinese massage enhances the oxygen transfer from the skin to the bloodstream.
2. Improved Energy
The benefits of Balinese massage don’t end with just lymphatic drainage.
A well-performed Balinese massage also helps to replenish your energy and provides a boost to your body systems, all of which are important in maintaining optimal health.
Strengthening the joints and relaxing muscles are also very beneficial benefits of Balinese massage.
Therefore, this kind of massage is often recommended for sports, trauma, or after-illness recovery and rehabilitation.
Of course, a spa massage isn't always possible, so something like a massage gun is a popular way to work on tight muscles at home.
3. Balinese Massage Is Good For Your Organs
In addition to its benefits for the skin and muscles, this type of massage therapy is known for its benefits for some particular organs in your body.
First of all, it relaxes and aids the respiratory system by balancing it and assisting in relieving asthma and allergies.
Secondly, the Balinese massage stimulates the release of bile, which aids in digestion.
In other words, this technique is effective in treating a wide range of ailments!
4. Calming Effect On Nervous System
The benefits of Bali massage go beyond just improving your skin and health.
The full-body massage also relaxes the mind.
It’s all thanks to the calming and soothing essential oils, which are extracted from plants and are used in Balinese massage.
If you'd like to bring those scents home, a set of essential oils is an easy way to find the ones that feel most calming to you.
These oils are often combined with herbs and other natural ingredients (examples include ginger, lemongrass, rose, jasmine, sandalwood, ginseng, and other botanicals).
However, not all oils used for Balinese massage are suitable for those with a sensitive palate.
For instance, rosewood oil can sometimes cause allergic reactions, and apricot-based oils can cause skin irritation.
When choosing an oil, look for one that is made from a plant that has been tested for safety during human and animal testing.
5. Improved Circulation
Benefits of Bali massage also include the general wellness-boosting effects of full-body massage, which is achieved through gentle circular motions that stretch and elongate muscles.
This is why most people feel relaxed and calm after a Bali massage session (I always feel better after a massage, even when I’m mentally exhausted).
And because the massage gently stretches the skin (while using oils), it is also beneficial for overall skin health.
To recreate a bit of that feeling at home, a body massage oil with a light, natural scent is lovely (just patch test it first if your skin is sensitive).
Conclusion
There are so many benefits of Balinese massage!
It’s easily one of the best (and healthiest) massage techniques around.
And of course, I have to ask: is it ever possible not to love anything related to Bali?..
