Holistic massage
Wyldlore Cottage, Axmouth, Devon
Welcome to Ella’s at-home treatment room, where a log burner, ambient music, candlelight, and fresh aromatic botanical oils will help you to relax body and mind. Ella is a qualified aromatherapist and bodyworker with years of spa experience. She works with a curated range of gentle but effective massage techniques including Reiki, Shiatsu, Ayurvedic, Swedish, Lymphatic, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone and Crystal therapy. Whether you are looking for relief from aches and pains, an energy boost, or simply some zen, your massage will be tailored to your needs. Ella currently works with a diverse clients and has experience of providing palliative massage and working with clients with special needs.
Massage benefits…
Bodywork has evolved around the world over thousands of years. Ancient medicine men and women we now call shamanic healers, recognised bodywork as a gateway to a transformative soul journey. It can be a blissful experience that switches off our flight or fight mode and activates our parasympathetic nervous system, awakening our natural healing processes. Massage therapy can offer relief from; joint and muscular aches and pains / neuralgia / headaches and migraines / IBS / pre-menstrual tension / menopause / PTSD / insomnia / depression / anxiety / fatigue / stress.
60 minute massage £50
Ella’s 60 minute treatment starts with Shiatsu pressure points (tsubo) along the body to promote balance and alignment. Warmed botanical oils are applied, followed by a flowing Swedish back massage, building up to careful deep tissue strokes using forearms and elbows (optional). The final stage of your treatment is up to you: choose a shoulder, neck and head massage, arm and hand massage, or a leg massage with reflex foot therapy. Warm basalt stones may applied to gently melt areas of muscular tension. Tingsha bells and Palo santo smudge will reawaken the senses and signal the end of your massage. Book your 60 minute massage here
90 minute massage £75
Ella’s 90 minute treatment starts with Shiatsu pressure points (tsubo) along the body to release tension and promote natural alignment. Warmed botanical oils are then applied followed by Swedish massage to the back and legs to boost circulation and lymphatic drainage. This is followed by shoulder neck and head massage. The final stage of your treatment is up to you: choose a rejuvenating facial massage, arm and hand massage, abdominal massage, or reflex foot therapy. Warm basalt stones may applied to melt away tension. Your treatment will be concluded with a crystal chakra alignment (optional). Tingsha bells and Palo santo smudge will signal the end of your massage ritual. Book your 90 min massage here
60 minute Facial £50
Ella's facials respect even the most sensitive skin types. Ella works with Tree Harvest and Green People's organic facial care products, formulated with botanical superstars such as Aloe Vera, Willow Bark, Marshmallow and Seaweed. Your facial will cleanse, hydrate and nourish your skin while reducing inflammation and promoting collagen production. Ella will blend your bespoke facial massage oil and select a floral hydrosol for your particular skin type - favourites include Rose, Chamomile, and Eucalyptus. Ella's facials do not include manual extraction or exfoliation, but rely on enzymes in fruit oils, and the depurative properties of charcoal and bentonite to reveal glowing facial skin.
Mobile massage
From £50 / 60 mins (Additional mileage charges at £0.50 per mile apply)
For Retreats / Glamping / Weddings / Parties / Festivals. You can book a blissful holistic massage experience at your venue. You will need to provide a clear, level space (approx 2.5m x 3m) for the portable massage couch or chair, and your space will need to be warm (22°C). For glamping yurts and bell tents with limited heating or electricity, a battery powered couch warmer is available. For large bookings, Ella can request therapists to join the team! Local areas covered: Seaton, Lyme Regis, Sidmouth, Ottery St Mary, Axminster, Honiton, Exmouth, Exeter. For group bookings: Devon, Dorset, Somerset.
Booking your treatment…
You can book appointments online here. If you would like to ask any questions beforehand, please feel free to call Ella - 07758928727.
Allocate an extra 15 minutes for your consultation, its your opportunity to communicate your needs. Ella will also ask you to fill out a medical disclaimer.
If you are being picked up after your treatment please let your chauffeur know that you may need an extra 15 minutes.
Try to schedule your appointment after your chores and allocate some time-out after your appointment as you may feel sleepy.
Etiquette…
Wyldlore is a complementary therapies practice and does not offer services of a sexual nature. Ella values and treats all clients with equal compassion. However, if you are a gentlemen client wishing to book an appointment, please ask a female friend to help with your booking by providing a personal recommendation either by email, or phone call. Male only booking requests will be refused due to common misconceptions about holistic massage therapy. Thank you for your understanding!
Massage contraindications…
If you are new a new client, you will be asked to complete a medical disclaimer*. Holistic massage is a hands-on therapy, and is not suitable if you have any communicable health conditions. If you are unsure beforehand, it is essential that you disclose any symptoms of fever / cold & flu / bacterial or viral infection before your treatment. This will allow your therapist to make informed consent, and take necessary precautions to safeguard yourself and others. Best practise is to wait until you have recovered before coming to your appointment. Your treatment plan may need to be discussed in advance for: Injury or surgery within the last 3 months / History of oncology treatment / Other significant health conditions. *Your data is confidential in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018.
On the day…
Please avoid applying fragrance or perfumed body lotions on the day of your treatment - they may react with the essential oils in your massage blend.
Keep it simple - wear soft, comfortable clothing and avoid control underwear with tight waistbands as it will limit massage to your lower back!
If you have long hair please bring a hairband.
During your treatment…
You can expect light to firm pressure during your massage, but ‘no pain no gain’ does not really apply here. Instead, we are aiming to move gradually through warm, relaxed fascia and muscles, for happy endorphins, and more radiant nourished skin.
Ella understands its not easy to be assertive when you are having a massage, but please remember that everyone has different comfort thresholds, so it’s not always possible to intuit what you are thinking or feeling. The pressure, towel draping, room temperature, music volume and lighting are all there to make you comfortable, so please don’t be shy to speak up if adjustments are needed.
After your massage…
Stay hydrated. Drink water or herbal tea such as chamomile or peppermint. Avoid alcohol, and caffeine.
You might feel sleepy or need some time alone. Its a normal, so go with the flow!
You may feel a bit achy afterwards - especially if you have not had a massage in a long time, or needed deeper work. This should clear within 48 hours. A warm bath or shower can work wonders.
Gentle exercise - yoga, tai chi or qi gong are great ways to get your body moving. YOQI and Yoga with Adrienne offer free, bite-sized videos.
Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or feedback about your treatment.