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Posted by Annette @ Wellness WA on May 31, 2010
Note: NouriShe is for ladies only, sorry boys!
This is a hard review for me to write, not because of the quality of massage. No, it was excellent. Not because I’ve sprained my arm playing doubles tennis over the weekend and am having trouble typing. No, I’m not cool enough to play tennis.
This is a hard review for me to write, because I know once the ‘secret is out’ that I’m going to have difficulty booking in for what could possibly be the highest quality cheap massage in Perth.
The only child in me wants to hide this from you all, proclaiming ‘MINE!’ and be smug in my secret knowledge of the best deal in town. My Mum always made me extra cookies to share though, and it’s with that memory that I’m overcoming all of my greedy instincts to share NouriShe Massage with you.
Referred to me by one of my contributors, I was immediately struck by what Helen from NouriShe was offering:
The NouriShe Massage – $50
♥ Relax and unwind
♥ Soothe aching muscles and improve circulation
♥ Relieve muscle tension and restore normal movement
(please allow 90 mins for your appointment)
A relaxation massage, that’s up to 90 minutes in duration, for $50. Given that I’ve been paying $105 for an hour massage, it’s safe to say I was more than a little interested especially since it had come to me highly recommended from a friend of a friend.
Ever skeptical however, I recalled my only other experience with a home based masseuse. Eagles vs. Dockers match on the radio, long fake fingernails scratching down my back, awkward overly dark room.
NouriShe is nothing like this.
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The massage room is warm and cosy, with small candles, flowers & classical style music playing from an iPod speaker. It’s also perfectly lit, just a little dim. A choice of two herbal teas awaits me as I fill out the consent form. I chose peppermint.
Helen explains everything thoroughly and goes through how the massage is going to unfold, it all sounds fine and I am feeling good.
Due to long hours at the computer & my ‘could be better’ posture, there are a lot of tender spots & knots in my back, shoulders and neck. Helen is proficient in deep tissue / remedial massage as well, so works on these areas for me when she comes across them. While this part of the massage was not the most relaxing, it’s necessary to keep the back/neck healthy and I was given advice to help prevent the problems in the future.
A few of the things that stand out for me about the experience…
♥ Quite a while was spent on massaging the area where the hip meets the lower back on each side, this felt divine and is a spot often skipped over by massage therapists in my experience.
♥ The pressure used was perfect for me, a firm but caring touch.
♥ Despite being located in a home, there were small touches such as a tiny lit candle & flowers in the bathroom that helped create the experience, I really liked this.
Overall I really enjoyed my massage at NouriShe and the price is a dream.
You can leave your love & adoration for sharing this beauty with you below.
Web: http://www.nourishe.com.au
E-mail: helen@nourishe.com.au
Phone: 0437 931 653
Location: NouriShe is located at Helen’s home in Claremont.
Appointments are available Tuesday – Saturday. Last appointment of the day is at 5.30pm.
Be well,
Annette
xoxo
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Posted by Annette @ Wellness WA on May 22, 2010
When offered the chance to experience a 90 minute indulgent massage involving hot ancient stones, Australian native botanicals & the opportunity to “leave my body’s energies dancing with joy” at Bodhi J Health + Beauty Spa, I reluctantly accepted 😉
Bodhi J is located in Wembley, a short drive past the picturesque Herdsman Lake – driving past is a lovely precursor to a spa treatment.
Quick Warning: This review might get a bit lengthy, I had a lot of interesting (I hope!) observations about this particular spa that I’d like to share with you.
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First up the welcome area is spacious, which immediately makes for a relaxed feel. There are a stack of neatly presented and CURRENT (A+, such a rarity in any setting) magazines to browse through whilst waiting & filling in the client form.
The treatment I’m having is called the “Li’tya Marta Kodo Rock Massage” and it lasts for 90 minutes (dreamy), here is the excerpt from the Bodhi J website:
These magical Ancient Primordial Stones from North Western Australia are integrated into a treatment that is aligned with the rhythmic Kodo body massage that is inspired by traditional Australian Aboriginal techniques which tone and re-align energy flow, enhancing mind and body balance and wellness. The therapist skilfully integrates the rocks with pressure points and spiralling movements that work to ground and uplift, leaving the body’s energies dancing with joy.
A quick bathroom stop before the treatment begins reveals a well thought out addition to the spa, large enough to accommodate any disabilities and complete with hand rails. That really struck me, as I haven’t seen such facilities in all spas I’ve been to – but why should feeling and looking good be limited only to the completely able bodied? It shouldn’t, so I really commend Bodhi J for being a spa suitable for those with disabilities.
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Beginning with a ‘foot bath ritual’ where my feet are dipped into water (complete with floating orchids!) and massaged, I’m then asked to close my eyes and choose from 3 scented essential oils that are presented to my curious nose. The “Reharmonise Oil” was the one that sang to me.
Next, I was asked to choose 4 rocks (out of 9-ish) I felt drawn to, that I’d like to be used in my massage!
I love customisable treatments!
Rocks chosen, my therapist got down to business. As I lay on the bed, a ‘smoking ritual’ was performed – leaves were lit, which I then inhaled through the hole where the face rests in the massage bed, then the smoke was wafted over my body. Interesting experience!
The full body massage itself was great and the hot rocks were a real treat on a cool morning, although the room was heated to a very pleasant temperature.
A word of warning to the demure, this treatment involves the therapist massaging down the middle of and around the chest (ooh la la) so if you are uncomfortable with this perhaps mention it prior to commencement!
One of my favourite parts was when tiny warm stones were placed between each of my toes, it felt really unique & special. The head massage was also blissful.
Some products from the Li’Tya range
Other things of note:
♥ The Aboriginal music & light chanting played throughout the treatment set the mood.
♥ Mid-way through the treatment some grainy rocks were softly rubbed over my back and it felt amazing.
♥ There were tealight candles in the room (real, not fake).
♥ Bodhi J use iPods in all of their rooms, I thought this was really cool.
Afterwards I had some gorgeous fresh fruit (kiwi, strawberries & pineapple) & a delicious cup of caffeine free ‘Yulu Tea’ to complete the experience.
Highly, highly recommended! If you decide to go based on my review, let me know, I’d love to hear your thoughts 🙂
If you have any more questions, feel free to ask me in the comments!
Li’tya Marta Kodo Rock Massage (90 min) $160
Contact Bodhi J Health + Beauty Spa
42C Grantham St (Cnr Nanson St)
Wembley, Western Australia 6014
Ph: (08) 9387 5152
Fax: (08) 9387 4548
Email: admin@bodhij.com.au
Be well,
Annette
xoxo
Posted in Beauty Salon, Day Spa, Inner City, North of River, Reviews | 7 Comments »
Posted by Annette @ Wellness WA on February 3, 2010
After a fairly intense past 6 months with little extra funds to ‘treat myself’, I got back into it Today with an hour long massage at my old fave, the Cove Spa (previously The Beauty Cove Day Spa) in South Perth.
At this moment, to me, Cove Spa is unparalleled. That being said, once I find a good thing I tend to stick with it! So this may be a biased opinion & I will be doing much more further investigation (hard life!) to see if I can find more wonderful places in Perth to get my pamper on!
I chose the standard 60 minute relaxation massage (at the princely sum of $105) to help combat the stress acquired from starting a new job & am so, so, so glad I did!
Here’s why:
♥ Comfy slippers, not all spas can say they have these but luckily this one can! So good to pad around in comfy slip ons.
♥ Free cups of tea! YAY! However, the water jug didn’t have any lemon slices in it, which it usually does. Lemon water is tasty. That’s my only gripe so I think they’re doing pretty fantastic!
♥ Expert masseuse. I was reluctant to venture away from my usual therapist Kate, but the girl I had (Sam) was just as good & really friendly! She made me feel comfortable & possesses magical hands.
♥ Aromatherapy! I was surprised when she asked me to inhale deeply three times (you lie with your head face down into a hole in the table), wonderful essential oils sent me that little bit further into relaxation, it was a really special touch that I loved and didn’t expect.
♥ Sam was really thorough, massaging onto my bottom (how proper!) a bit as there is a lot of tension held here for most of us due to sitting at computers all day long. Not for the shy I suppose, but excellent as part of a full body tension release.
♥ No pressure to leave the lounge area. I lazed around for about 20 minutes reading magazines and at no point felt rushed, which is how you want to feel after such a relaxing experience!
♥ Afterwards I felt so great and at peace with the world, which is how I always feel after a massage at Cove Spa. I know it sounds cheesy, but it’s true!
Highly recommended, once again.
Be well,
xoxo
Posted in Day Spa, Inner City, Other, Reviews, South of River | 3 Comments »
Posted by Annette @ Wellness WA on November 28, 2009
Li’s Massage
“Member of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Association”
Opening Hours:
Mon-Wed 9:00am-5:30pm
Thur 9:00am-9:00pm
Fri 9:00am-5:30pm
Sat 9:00am-5:00pm
Locations:
Centro Galleria
Shop 127
Level 1 (Next to Myer)
Tel: 9375 5288
Fremantle
46 Market Street (Next to Warrens)
Tel: 9335 5889
Midland Gate Shopping Centre
Shop 101A (Next to K-Mart)
Tel: 9250 2838
Rockingham City Shopping Centre
Shop G53 (Near ANZ)
Tel: 9529 1888
Westfield Whitford City
Shop 12 (Opposite JB Hi-Fi)
Tel: 08 9307 2888
Westfield Carousel
Shop 1088 (Near Woolworths)
Tel: 08 9258 8376
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Posted in Alternative Therapy, North of River, South of River, Spa and Salon Brochures | 1 Comment »
Posted by Annette @ Wellness WA on November 14, 2009
Health Point Massage
“One massage a week, keeps the doctor away – Feel great and get health”
4 Locations:
Garden City
Shop 6 (close to Woolworths)
Garden City Shopping Centre
BOORAGOON
Ph: (08) 9364 6591
Kiosk (close to Freedom)
Garden City Shopping Centre
BOORAGOON
Westfield Carousel
Shop 1049A (close to JB Hi-Fi)
Westfield Carousel Shopping Centre
CANNINGTON
Ph: (08) 9356 2633
Victoria Park
Shop 7
Park Centre
VICTORIA PARK
Normal Trading Hours
Mon-Wed 9:00am-5:30pm
Thurs 9:00am-9:00pm
Fri 9:00am-5:30pm
Sat 9:00am-5:00pm
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