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    Time for some R&R?

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    Feeling a little stressed out? If, like me, you can easily lose six hours hunched over your trusty laptop you are probably long overdue for a pampering massage.

    While we live and breathe the online world – sadly our shoulders, neck and back don’t share the same addiction and can in fact suffer from lengthy periods spent staring at a computer screen. To compensate, make a date to give your body and mind some well deserved R&R. My suggestion and absolute favourite pampering destination is endota spa.

    Recently I got the chance to practice what I preach and paid a visit to my local endota spa. Immediately after arriving at the spa I feel a million miles away from the hustle and bustle”¨of the real world: in my imaginary place I dream I’m at a spa in Thailand or Hawaii – why not?

    After much deliberation over endota’s luxurious spa treatment menu, I decide on Mind as this treatment incorporates a variety of endota’s gorgeous organic products: olive + macadamia massage oil, native mint + desert lime foot cream, lavender + alpine pepper hand cream – and combines these products with massage with body brushing, which is great for stimulating your mind and ridding your body of toxins.

    Lisa, my lovely therapist, makes me feel very welcome and relaxed as she begins the treatment by soaking my feet in a lovely warm billabong footbath. As my feet are gently washed and scrubbed I’m thinking ‘I really should do this more often!’

    Next step is the massage, which begins with body brushing. Lisa uses an endota’s body mitt on both hands and firmly strokes my back. Already it feels like the circulation is stimulated in my body and while I feel very relaxed, it’s also invigorating! Straight after the body brushing she applies the beautiful olive and macadamia massage oil and begins massaging my back.  The same technique is then applied to my legs and arms and the massage ends with a”¨fabulous scalp massage. Where did that last hour go?

    The combination of body brushing and massage is something I recommend everybody try – especially if you have lost six hours in front of your computer or have had a stressful week at work!

    Endota has over 65 spas Australian wide and offers a comprehensive list of treatments. If you sign up to their website they offer monthly specials for their members, which are usually too good to refuse.

    When was the last time you treated yourself to a pampering massage?

    57 Member Comments

    talk-a-lot 24 Feb 2012 1:05 AM

    I have not had a pamper session in a long time.

    Sandra

    Princess Fiona1 23 Feb 2012 10:27 PM

    I had a massage approx 6 months ago as a part of a facial - it was so lovely at the time, but I was so sore and stiff and headachy for several days afterwards, that it has scared me off going again.

    Shop A Everyday 23 Feb 2012 2:22 PM

    I have never had a massage

    Shonson 23 Feb 2012 1:20 PM

    Both my dad and sis are massage therapists..... and i HATE massages. Everyone always comments on how awesome it would be to be able to get a massage whenever i want. Little do they realise how little i like them. Really wish i could enjoy them, maybe one day :P

    Pam_Grills 23 Feb 2012 11:47 AM

    Twelve months ago when on holiday in Malaysia, I've never been able to afford these luxuries here:)

    katshepsutt 23 Feb 2012 10:49 AM

    Can't remember my last massage, so I'd say I'm well overdue. I usually give my Mum a voucher for her birthday or Mother's Day, but hey, what about me! Thanks for the reminder of how important (and enjoyable) it is :-)

    ModernSnowWhite 23 Feb 2012 10:05 AM

    I got some pampering vouchers the other day for my birthday, I actually used one yesterday! So lovely and relaxing, I definitely recommend pampering vouchers as a gift! I loved it.

    Rei_ 23 Feb 2012 10:03 AM

    i have never done such a thing lol!

    Tinaaa 23 Feb 2012 8:08 AM

    i honestly cant remember :( thats it, next free day i am off to get a massage!

    Roxymisha 23 Feb 2012 6:37 AM

    I definitely need a super spa pampering session. Am drooling over the description of the Endota experience.

    pamperpuss 23 Feb 2012 5:52 AM

    Ohhh this sounds divine!! I am SOOOOOO overdue for some pampering!! Endota you are top of my treats I owe myself list.

    Senorita 23 Feb 2012 5:04 AM

    wow that sounds really relaxing.

    Spmg 23 Feb 2012 5:01 AM

    it's been too long..... time to book one in:)

    Jenniqua 23 Feb 2012 4:47 AM

    My last pampering massage would have to have been about 8 years ago when I was given it as a gift. It is unfortunately out of my price range. Gee it sounded so relaxing and dreamy too.

    _Anita_ 23 Feb 2012 4:16 AM

    Lol i dont think ive ever had a massage!

    Morrigan 23 Feb 2012 4:09 AM

    I don't remember the last time I had a proper massage.. Once this pregnancy is over I'll try and do that just to have some sort of relaxation finally!!

    Sezaluke90 23 Feb 2012 3:46 AM

    man i need a massage or 5!

    SMP-kitten 23 Feb 2012 3:42 AM

    The last time I had a massage was an amazing remedial massage my mum bought me for my birthday last year. But the last pampering massage was a scalp massage and aromatherapy scalp treatment at Hayman Island which was to die for! It was meant to be an add on but I couldnt afford to get anything else so they did that for me by itself for 30 mins :) Was amazing and the people were so lovely! My dream would be to be able to afford an hour relaxation massage, scalp massage and mani pedi. I wish!!

    Michelle Sweetheart 23 Feb 2012 3:28 AM

    I haven't had a pro massage in years...

    Faby 23 Feb 2012 3:21 AM

    How I wish I could go to a Spa anytime soon.. I'm over stressed, over worked and under appreciated .. Need so much loving R & R

    nidhi1 23 Feb 2012 3:20 AM

    I want to go to Endota spa right now..... :)

    Princess Perfume 23 Feb 2012 3:15 AM

    I've never had a massage (a professional one anyway). I think Endota Spa sounds perfect.

    clearcrystalwater 23 Feb 2012 3:11 AM

    Gee I think it's been a few years now! I did try and make an appointment a couple of years ago but that fell through. Must try again!

    Ms Jelena 23 Feb 2012 2:49 AM

    I'm way overdue for a massage! Now that you reminded me, I have to book one!

    Coconal 23 Feb 2012 2:44 AM

    I just had a spa trip about 3 weeks ago, that was awesome...I think it's pretty good to get massages fairly regularly, it really does help a great deal.

    I tried Endota once and I liked it but I'm sure there are equally great places out there with slightly better prices. :)

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