Indian head massage has been an integral part of Indian family life for thousands of years. It is part of the ancient Ayurvedic medicinal system from India.

The techniques used in Indian head massage for health and wellbeing has been handed down over many generations.

It is a safe, simple yet effective therapy. This non-intrusive treatment involves massage to the shoulders/ upper back/head, arms, hands, face and ears.

It is a holistic therapy, known for relieving symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, back pain, neck and shoulder pain to mention a few.

The History of Indian Head Massage

Head massage has been practised for over four thousand years. The treatment was originally developed to improve the condition of hair on the scalp before it became clear that head massage benefitted many other parts of the body.

Barbers practised many of the same skills with their male clients. They used to visit individual homes, cutting hair and often offering champi (head massage) as part of the treatment. It became popular in many different cultures to address stress related problems in this manner.

Treatments offered by barbers differed from the massages performed by women. A champi was an invigorating scalp massage designed to stimulate and refresh the individual and was not considered part of a beauty regime. The word ‘shampoo’ comes from the Hindu word 'champi,’ meaning ‘massage of the head.’ Regular head massage, as practised by woman to beautify their hair, was soothing and relaxing. They would use natural oils to keep their long hair strong and healthy.

Session time takes around 40 mins. and costs £25.