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Here at Skin Essentials, we take great pride in providing our clients with the very best skin and self-care. One of the modalities we offer is lymphatic massage. Since many of you may not be familiar with the health benefits of this type of bodywork, we wanted to share not only a bit of information but also a firsthand account from a satisfied customer.

The lymphatic system is important to the wellbeing of the body since it is literally the information highway of our immune system. It is a river of life within the body that both feeds and cleanses. When there is an injury like a cut, burn, twisted knee or sprained ankle, the lymph system carries the fluid to protect the tissues. It also transports specialized white cells to devour bacteria and viruses.

Inactivity, improper diet, injuries, scar tissue, adhesions, emotional stress, infection, environmental toxins, hormone imbalance, and the normal aging process can all affect how well this system is working.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) uses delicate massage techniques to reduce lymphatic disorders. A recent improvement to this therapy utilizes an electronic device to further stimulate and restore proper flow.

Lymphatic massage is known to help with the symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency, fibromyalgia, lymphedema, and rheumatoid arthritis – as well as problems resulting from injuries.

For individuals suffering from bloating, brain fog, chronic sinus infections, fatigue, headaches, puffy, swollen ankles or hands, rashes, and/or swollen lymph nodes in the neck – this form of massage can be a game changer.

Kaitlyn Mendoza is our go-to gal for lymphatic massage. Her gentle touch and intuitive sense of where your body needs some TLC are remarkable. Clients can choose either a 60 or 90-minute session. For chronic and long-term problems, Kaitlyn feels a series of massages aid in recovery, or at the very least, getting the symptoms under control.

A recent, first-time client, familiar with traditional massage techniques, came away in nothing short of awe. “I’ve had massages quite often over the past few years, but I didn’t expect a lymphatic massage to make such a profound difference! I was just getting over an illness caused by dehydration and had found no relief from the fatigue and general malaise I was experiencing. The very first place on my back where Kaitlyn put pressure immediately not only told me it was needed, but if a muscle could say ahhhh – it would have! I hadn’t realized that this type of massage would not only help to get my lymph flowing, but would be every bit as relaxing as a traditional massage. Talk about a win/win situation – this is one for the books! I will definitely be back.”

To book a massage with Kaitlyn, or for a consultation, give us a call at (805) 695-8699.