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Vigorous Massage is a Great Detox Boost for Body

By LINDSAY CLYDESDALE

CUTTING-EDGE beauty treatments in the UK are usually only to be found in London or the more expensive hotels.

So when I discovered a small salon in the south of Glasgow was pioneering the fantastic Thai Compress Massage, it sounded too good to be true.

Fortunately it wasn't.

Although the therapy does originate from Thailand, this is nothing like traditional Thai massage. Using bags which look like two enormous clootie dumplings, the therapist thumps away all over the body.

While it is a very vigorous treatment, this is an excellent way to combat trouble areas which are prone to cellulite and it gets the circulation moving.

Inside the giant 'dumplings', which are disposable and used only once, are 20 natural ingredients, including lemongrass, ginger and lime.

Everything from skin to circulation, and the lymphatic and nervous systems, can benefit. It also eases joint pain.

It's relaxing, destressing and many of the ingredients are anti- oxidants which have lots of health benefits and protect against premature ageing and some diseases.

The bags, made from muslin, are soaked for a few minutes and then placed in a steamer.

Smaller bags are used to massage the face and neck.

I had a full body massage and after the initial treatment, picked the detox oil, a blend of peppermint, ginger and lime.

The other choice is a relaxing mix of ylang ylang and nutmeg.

The massage is an exceptionally strong detox so I felt I was giving my body a lift.

The Thai Compress Massage is available from Harmony health and beauty salon, 51 Ashore Road, Glasgow. Call 0141 633 5111. Prices start at pounds 25 for a back, neck and shoulder treatment.

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