Beyond the Surface – The Transformative Power of Essential Oils in Massage & Facials

 

At MindBody Oasis, our treatments are designed to work on a deeper level — blending skilled therapeutic touch with the healing properties of nature to help restore your whole being. Whether you’re easing into a soothing massage or indulging in an holistic facial, we intentionally combine touch, scent, and plant-based ingredients to nourish body, mind and spirit.

And one of the most powerful elements we use to elevate every experience? Aromatherapy.

With carefully chosen essential oils and expertly formulated blends, our treatments offer more than relaxation — they support your well-being through the natural intelligence of plants. It’s not just a massage. It’s not just a facial. It’s a journey into balance, calm, and renewal.

 

 

Aromatherapy: More Than Just a Lovely Scent

 

Smell is our most direct connection to the limbic brain — the seat of emotion and memory. But aromatherapy goes far beyond this emotional impact. The essential oils used in our treatments contain active botanical compounds known for their anti-inflammatory, calming, energising, detoxifying, and skin-renewing effects.

Each oil brings its own therapeutic value:

  • Lavender relaxes the nervous system and promotes better sleep

  • Frankincense supports skin healing and boosts oxygen flow to the brain

  • Rose uplifts the heart and nourishes the skin deeply

  • Geranium helps balance hormones and ease anxiety

  • Marjoram soothes muscles and calms overactive thoughts

When paired with massage or facial work, these oils do more than smell good — they amplify the therapeutic effects of the treatment, working on a physical and cellular level to restore balance and well-being.

 

Aromatherapy invites you to come home to yourself — to slow down, breathe deep, and let nature do what she does best: heal. – MindBody Oasis

 

 

Massage That Works With You, Not Just On You

 

In our aromatherapy massages, we use two powerful, plant-rich blends:

  • Gya Labs Relaxing Massage Oil, a luxurious formula infused with lavender, ylang ylang, rose geranium, bergamot, and rosewood — designed to relieve muscle tension, calm the mind and leave skin beautifully hydrated.

  • Neal’s Yard Aromatic Massage Oil, a grounding and replenishing blend with geranium, lavender and marjoram in a nourishing base of sunflower and almond oil — perfect for calming the body and supporting circulation.

These are not just massage mediums — they are active partners in your wellness journey, helping you release tension, improve circulation, and deeply relax from the inside out.

 

 

Facials That Heal From Within

 

Our holistic facials are elevated through the power of high-grade oils with therapeutic properties — working not only to improve skin tone and texture, but also to calm the nervous system and support emotional balance.

  • Facial Reflexology is enhanced using Ziggie Bergman’s Facial Reflexology Oil, a silky blend of organic jojoba, argan, pomegranate and rosehip oils, infused with rose and frankincense — chosen for their skin-regenerating properties and ability to soothe both skin and spirit.

  • Zone Face Lift from Ziggie Bergman uses the exquisite Zone Face Lift Elixir, a potent combination of 15 essential oils and plant extracts. This elixir doesn’t just lift the skin — it uplifts the entire energy of the face, supporting emotional release and inner radiance. Learn more about this beautiful blend by reading the earlier blog article The Face and Spirit Lifting Elixir.

These treatments don’t just work on the surface. They engage your whole system — calming the mind, lifting the mood, and encouraging your skin to glow from within.

 

 

Aromatherapy Awareness Week — A Perfect Time to Reconnect

 

We’re proud to mark Aromatherapy Awareness Week, taking place 9th–15th June 2025 — a week dedicated to celebrating the powerful benefits of essential oils and plant-based healing.

This national campaign aims to:

  • Raise awareness about how essential oils can support both physical and emotional well-being

  • Share reliable, science-based knowledge around safe use

  • Inspire more people to integrate aromatherapy into their daily routines

  • Celebrate the growing community of holistic practitioners, makers, and advocates

It’s the perfect reminder of what we already know at MindBody Oasis: Nature has the power to heal, and when we invite her in — through scent, through touch, through intention — something shifts.

Essential oils are the soul of the plant — when we breathe them in, we connect to something ancient, intuitive, and wise. – Unknown

 

 

🎁 £10 Off Aromatherapy Treatments This Week Only

To celebrate Aromatherapy Awareness Week, we’re offering £10 off all aromatherapy-enhanced treatments when you book by Sunday 15th June (for appointments until 31st July).

Use discount code: AROMA-BLISS when booking online.

Included treatments:

  • Aromatherapy Full Body Massage (usually £55 → now £45)

  • Aromatherapy Back & Leg Massage (£48 → £38)

  • Aromatherapy Back Massage (£35 → £25)

  • Facial Reflexology (£46.50 → £36.50)

  • Zone Face Lift with or without cupping (£65 or £55 → £55 or £45)

Aromatherapy is more than a nice extra. It’s a therapeutic powerhouse — and it’s waiting for you.

What our clients are saying about our massage treatments...

Ian Young

Another great relaxing massage, professionally delivered by Esther.

Beverley Parry

Wow! What else can I say? Had a neck, shoulder and back massage with Esther last night. I have had many massages but this was by far the best! Then I had a Reflexology treatment which was amazing. Thank you very much Esther. Next treatment already booked. Looking forward to it very much.

Helen le Breton

Really enjoyed my first experience and will be back (back, neck & shoulder massage).

Daniel Maynard

Myself and Sophie went for a full Swedish body massage from Esther and it was a great experience. Full consultation prior to the massage making us both feel really comfortable in a relaxing environment. We both felt very relaxed afterwards and would highly recommend Esther for anyone looking to take an hour out of their day to relax and enjoy a massage. Thank you - great service.

Louise Ormerod

Had a wonderful experience with MindBody Oasis. It turned out to be just what I needed after a stressful couple of months.

Firstly, Esther is an absolutely lovely lady who makes you feel very at ease.
Secondly, I loved the treatments I had. I had the Swedish full body massage and a couple of weeks later, I had the ageLOC mud facial (both with Esther). The massage was fantastic. It was very relaxing and helped to relieve tension I had in my body, especially in my shoulders and in my calves.

The facial was also great and helped to deeply cleanse my problematic skin. Both treatments were great for resetting my mind and preparing me for the next working day.
I can't wait to come back and try more treatments! Thank you xx

Debra Allen

Esther is a talented and knowledgeable therapist, who takes the time to explain your treatment and makes sure you're comfortable throughout. I can particularly recommend the hot stones massage, and face and foot reflexology.

Nicola Parry

I would recommend the Indian Head massage and reflexology. I have had both treatments and they were truly amazing.

Esther is very professional and her treatments are something else. This is why I am going to continue having regular treatments.

Lynda Ormerod

I had the Swedish full body massage with Esther, at the end of a busy weeks work. What a wonderful experience, aching and tense muscles relieved and relaxed and reset for the weekend. 

Annie Browne

I spoke to Esther about a back, neck and shoulder massage for the purposes of relief of tension. The treatment was effective and I was able to fully relax and switch off; something I deeply value in the busyness that is life! I have recommended Esthers treatments to friends and I am happy to offer a 5* review.

Eirona Gauci

Esther is the most giving, caring massage and age defence therapist you could ever wish for. She is 5* all the way. Thank you Esther for extending my birthday celebrations with your "beyond the call of duty" pampering.

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