Bare Feet Retreat Reflexology and Facials

in Mumbles, Gower, Swansea

Advanced Facial Reflexology

in Mumbles, Gower, Swansea

Facial reflexology provides an intensely relaxing and rejuvenating treatment. Just like with the feet, facial reflexology works by applying therapeutic massage to specific points on the face, prompting the body’s healing mechanisms.

The proximity of the face to the brain and central nervous system, makes the calming effects, and rebalancing of this holistic massage even more rapid and make it a little tricky to stay awake.

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If you feel tired and drained and you can see that when you look in the mirror, then facial reflexology may just be what you need. This award-winning therapy is both therapeutic and deeply relaxing.

Although it is not a beauty treatment, in addition to the holistic benefits, it has been referred to as a “Natural face lift,” It not only encourages lymphatic drainage, stimulates the facial nerves, increases blood flow and muscle tone, but also helps build new skin tissue and improve skin tone. Afterwards, clients often appear lifted both emotionally and physically.

I have been trained in the ‘Bergman Method’ of Advanced Facial Reflexology which is an award-winning wonderfully relaxing holistic treatment. It has been developed using Native American techniques and Asian body maps.

There are around 42 muscles in the face and most of these are used all the time both for facial expressions and when we talk. Facial expressions are one of the most important ways in which we communicate with others – it is difficult to stop our inner feeling from showing on our faces as it taps into our unconscious. By releasing these muscles, we can release stuck or held emotions and tension. Treatments to the face also have a powerful effect on the Central Nervous System, which can help in releasing the effect of stress and anxiety and promote regular sleep patterns.

Facial reflexology can not only help with imbalances caused by everyday living but with a treatment plan over a number of weeks may also help with specific health issues such as:


  • Insomnia
  • Hormonal imbalances created by menopause
  • Bruxism, TMJ Disorders, Teeth grinding
  • Digestive complaints
  • Migraines
  • Stress & anxiety
  • Bruxism
  • Bells Palsy
  • Sinus conditions
  • Joint pain
  • Lymphatic drainage
  • Dull complexion
  • Facial reflexology is also seen to be beneficial to children with ADHD

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What to Expect

Following an initial consultation lasting up to 15 minutes on your first visit, you will be invited to make yourself comfortable on the couch, with a blanket to help keep you warm during your treatment.

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I will encourage you at the start to take some deep breaths to enable you to begin to fully relax – we will do this at your own pace and only what feels comfortable and manageable for you. I will then gently cleanse your face and neck, using a restorative facial cleanser, followed by a luxurious hot towel steam that opens up pores and stimulates blood and lymph flow, helping expose younger cells and removing make up and pollutants.

As you relax into your treatment, you may even find yourself falling into a light sleep – this is perfectly normal and nothing to feel anxious about. I will use the award-winning Bergman ‘Facial Elixir’ which is a ‘groundbreaking amethyst crystal infused Elixir’ designed to ‘nurture the skin and lift the spirit’. The Facial Elixir is a beautiful product, vegan-friendly, cruelty-free, 100% organic, natural ingredients and ethically sourced. This product is suitable for all skin types and is an exquisitely scented blend of essential oils including white sage, rose and ylang-ylang.

A 40 minute sequence of Advanced Facial Reflexology follows. This is an extremely gentle, nurturing treatment, which given its proximity to the brain, achieves relaxation almost instantly.

At the end of your treatment, I will allow you time to wake up from your place of deep relaxation and will offer you some water to help flush out the toxins which have been released and to help ground you, ready to face the rest of your day.

Following your Facial Reflexology treatment, as with all treatments, will encourage you to drink plenty of fluids for 24 hours to help flush out the toxins which have been released during the course of your treatment. I will also advise that you avoid any stimulants and heavy eating, and try to avoid wearing makeup and rest as much as possible.

Contra-Indications

Before your treatment I will need to confirm the following with you as these are some contra-indications which may delay your treatment, please see information as below:

Face Lift – There will need to be at least a three month gap following your surgery.

Botox and Fillers – There will need to be at least a three to four week gap following your procedure.

Open wounds – until they are healed.