Head
A deeply relaxing massage to relieve stress and promote calm.
- Treatment time
- 15 or 30 minutes
- Results
- Immediate relief
- Longevity
- Several days; builds with regular sessions
- Downtime
- None
- Price
- £25 (15min) · £50 (30min)
About Head
A short, focused treatment on the scalp, temples and head, well suited to a lunch break or as an add-on to another treatment. Slow, rhythmic pressure across the scalp releases the tension that builds with concentration, screens and stress, and many people find it one of the most calming treatments of all.
Fifteen minutes is a quick reset; thirty minutes includes the neck and shoulders where head tension usually starts.
Key Benefits
- 01Quickly relieves stress and mental tension
- 02Eases tension headaches and a tight scalp
- 03Deeply calming — many people drift off
- 04Fits into a lunch break
- 05A perfect add-on to a facial or back massage
- 06Fifteen or thirty-minute options
Is this treatment right for me?
This treatment suits anyone whose head and scalp feels tight, tired or sore, or who wants a focused, shorter session rather than a full body massage. Leta and Roberta adapt technique and pressure to you.
You may be suitable if…
- You feel mentally frazzled or carry tension in your scalp and temples
- You get tension headaches
- You'd like a short, calming treatment
- You have no scalp infection or condition that rules out massage
Your consultation will consider…
- Where the tension sits and what's causing it — posture, work, exercise or stress
- Any injuries, pain, skin conditions or health issues in the area
- The pressure you prefer
- Whether a longer session or a specialist treatment would serve you better
What to expect
Before treatment
Your therapist will ask briefly about the head and scalp, any injuries, pain or health conditions, and how firm you'd like the pressure. There's nothing to prepare — arrive a few minutes early so you can settle.
During treatment
You'll be positioned comfortably on the treatment couch, covered with towels so only the area being worked on is exposed. Your therapist uses a blend of flowing and focused strokes on the head and scalp, adjusting pressure to your feedback throughout. The room is soundproofed and air-conditioned, so it's genuinely quiet.
After treatment
Take a moment to sit up slowly. Your therapist may suggest simple stretches or ways to ease the tension that brought you in. Drink some water and, if you can, give yourself a little time before rushing back into your day.
Results & longevity
Most people feel looser and lighter straight away, with reduced stiffness and an easier range of movement that lasts several days. For tension that keeps returning, regular sessions every few weeks build a lasting improvement, and your therapist can show you simple stretches to keep it at bay between visits.
Recovery, side effects & aftercare
Massage has no downtime. You may feel relaxed, slightly sleepy or — after firmer work — pleasantly achy for a day, in the same way you might after exercise. That settles quickly.
Side effects
Mild soreness or tenderness for a day or so after firmer work is normal, as is feeling tired or very relaxed. Occasionally people notice a mild headache or feel emotional afterwards, which passes. Bruising is uncommon. Massage is avoided over injuries, infections, recent surgery, blood clots and certain medical conditions — please tell your therapist about anything relevant.
Aftercare
Drink water, avoid alcohol for the rest of the day and keep the treated muscles warm. Gentle movement and stretching help; a hot bath or shower that evening is welcome. If an area feels tender after deep work, a warm compress or a gentle walk helps it settle.
Please get in touch if soreness lasts more than a couple of days, or if you have any concern after your treatment.
- Downtime
- None
- Redness
- Some pinkness where the skin has been worked, fades within an hour
- Swelling
- None
- Bruising
- Uncommon; occasionally after firm or deep work
- Normal activities
- Immediately; take it easy after deep work if you can
Frequently Asked Questions
Will oil be used on my hair?
Only if you'd like it — the treatment works just as well without, so it's easy to go straight back to work afterwards.
How firm will the pressure be?
As firm or as gentle as you like. Your therapist checks in as she works — please say if anything is too much or not enough.
What should I wear?
You'll undress to your comfort level for the area being treated and be covered with towels throughout; only the part being worked on is uncovered.
How often should I have a massage?
For ongoing tension, every two to four weeks is typical. For an occasional reset, whenever you need it. Regular sessions tend to hold results better.
Can I add this to another treatment?
Yes — many clients combine a by-area massage with a facial or another massage, or book a longer session. Just ask when booking.
Is there anything that means I shouldn't have a massage?
Fever, infection, recent surgery or injury, blood clots and certain medical conditions can rule out or modify treatment. Please mention anything relevant when you book or at the start of your session.
How do I book?
Online, by phone or WhatsApp. Sessions are available across the week; let us know your preferred therapist if you have one.
Your Practitioners
Leta
Massage Therapist
Leta is a massage therapist at Banana Beauty Lab, delivering the treatments in this section.
Roberta
Massage Therapist
Roberta is a massage therapist at Banana Beauty Lab, delivering the treatments in this section.