Hippocrates,the Father of Medicine once referred to essential oils as an effective elements to cure anxiety and depression.
Infused with massage therapy,the Greeks believe in its miraculous stress relieving benefits to one’s body.
Today, the aromatheraphy massage is live and well in Crystal Spa at the Lost World of Tambun, and the writer had a personal and firsthand experience of having her perfect massage within the hotspring vicinity.
The writer was greeted with a cold steamed towel that was releasing pure lavender scent into the air.
Then, the writer was asked several compulsory pre- massage questions to avoid any complications due to allergies,muscles or body parts injuries.
The Crystal Spa Huts
In Crystal Spa, there are four huts for variety of massages and therapy according to each preferences, and two beds were placed in each hut.
Stepping into the serene structure of the tranquil hut complimented with classical music, the writer can sense hints of peppermint that is actually an element high in natural menthol.
According to my therapist, Nurul Atiqah Yang Aminuddin,23, the scent aids pain relief and cools the body while increasing blood circulation.
“Research shows that it also stimulates area of the brain that releases noradrenalin, making people perform tasks more effectively.
Atiqah also explained that the massage is specifically designed to promote circulation with the warming blend with AromaTherapy including lavender, combination of tropical flowers petals, which helps tissue recovery after physical exertion.
“Additionally, the unique combination of aromatics are traditionally used to decrease pain in muscles and joints besides the circular soft motion that helps reduce nervousness, irritability and apprehension,”.
From the writer own experience, the calming properties of chamomile and ulpifting aromas of citrus really does calms the mind and helps with a restful sleep.
The Magical Aromatherapeutic Massage
My treatment begins with a full body therapeutic massage in a room filled with lavender and orange scented essential oils which act as an anti depressant and mood enhancer as well as citrus which also acts as a lungs detoxifier.
This was followed by a pampering of the therapist warm fingers at the back of my body.
Soft infusion of marine minerals in natural essential oils was used to hydrate and promote vital energy for the aching body.
Feeling silky smooth and sparklingly vibrant, I was then soothed into a soporific state, with an aromatherapy massage under the magical fingers of my therapist.
The result? Pure tranquility.
Packages
The Lost World Crystal Spa Aromatherapy massage which lasts for 60 minutes is priced at RM150 per session but special promotional packages are available.
The muscle easing treatments were divided into 2 types, shorter and longer duration with an options of 60 and 90 minutes which are priced RM180 and RM220 accordingly.
My friend who recommended this place to me also prefers the Lost Spring Signature massage package which offer for an exclusive,special 100 minutes for RM280.
Besides that, they also offers a Head and Shoulder and Hot Spring Hot Stone therapy rejuvenisation massage.
This goes for RM100 for a full session while the Body Relaxing Massage is a RM150 for a 90 minutes massage.
For those who opted for foot reflexology that will cost you RM60 per session but if you include Head and Shoulder massage you will have to add RM40 for a full 60 minutes duration.
For those who are more into pedicure, manicure, beauty care,waxing and body scrub, these are all available in the spa and the prices varies according to duration and type of treatments.
The Crystal Spa uses products that are natural and organic based, which involved essential oils and blends of herbs such as rose, cocoa and hot springs aromatic.
Personally to the writer, all the prices are reasonable with the services offered and definitely is my choice of quick getaway after a long day at the office.