Traditional Vietnamese massage is a deep and relaxing body massage with oil including pressing, rubbing and acupressure. At Botanica Spa you may choose between fresh homemade coconut oil and massage oil mixed with aromatic oils. We will help translate your wishes for massage therapists in case you want stronger back massage or more gentle on your legs etc.
Massage with aloe vera
Aloe vera treatment at Botanica Spa is not just a wrap. It is based on the Vietnamese body massage technique where instead of massage oil we use natural aloe vera leaf juice. This massage will not be strong because aloe vera juice is jell-like and doesn't allow to press hard, but it intensively soothes and moistures your skin and relieves sunburns. Aloe body massage at Botanica Spa in Muine will also include aloe facial mask. We always warn our guests that aloe juice is wet and cold, so we recommend this massage if you need something refreshing.
Slimming massage
Anticellulite / slimming massage is part of complex aticellulite treatment that should also include healthy diet and motion. Massage helps to fight such reasons for cellulite forming as toxic accumulation, poor circulation and water retention. We use hot ginger oil for the 1-hour long massage, where we point out for massagists which body parts you wish to pay most attention to.
Hot stone massage
This massage starts by hand while the stones are warmed up with steam. When the stones are ready, all your body is intensively massaged following the energy meridians. Hot stone massage gives an inimitable feeling of lightness to your body, helps to withstand the heat opening pores, forces excess waters out cleaning your body.
Herbal massage
This massage starts by hand while the herbal sacks are warmed up with steam. When they are ready, all your body is intensively massaged following the energy meridians. Herbal massage combines aromotherapy with deep warming and light skin exfoliation. It is an excellent remedy for spine, joint and muscle pains.
Thai massage
Thai massage is often called Yoga for the lazy ones. Your massage therapist puts you into different postures while your task is to trust her and relax as much as you can. This kind of massage helps to keep your muscles, joints, and spine healthy.
Sport massage
Sport massage is a combination of Vietnamese and Thai massage techniques with addition of acupressure aimed at releasing muscle tension after intensive training. We will chose therapists for you who have been through special courses at the Traditional Medicine hospital in Ho Chi Minh city. During sport massage we work deep on your muscles and your therapists may use elbows, feet or acupressure devices, so kindly let the manager know before the massage if you would not like that.
Lomilomi massage
The word Lomilomi in Havaiian language means «touch of the paws of a contented cat». Your massage therapist performs continuous movements using mostly forearms, givig you a warm aromatic oil bath. Lomilomi is traditionally performed for heeling purposes, when an important decision has to be taken or before a wedding ceremony.
Abhyanga + Shirodhara
Abhyanga meaning "body massage" in Indian is a relaxing and detoxing body oil bath with light massage. It's main focus is relaxation. Abhyanga is often followed by Shirodhara (pouring warm coconut oil on the third eye point). According to Ayurvedic tradition this way we massage the pineal gland that produces hormones of happiness. Shirodhara heals psychosomatic diseases ex. insomnia, hypertension, asthma and helps get rid of facial wrinkles. Shirodhara can be added to any other massage on Botanica Spa menu, not obligatory Abhyanga, for 500.000 VND for 30 min.