ESP Massage

07/17/2025

Barefoot massage…
most commonly known as Ashiatsu, is a deep tissue technique where the massage therapist uses their bare feet to apply pressure, often while balancing on overhead bars for control and safety.

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🦶 What Is Barefoot Massage (Ashiatsu)?
• “Ashi” = foot
• “Atsu” = pressure
• Originated from ancient Eastern techniques (India, Japan, Thailand) and modernized in the West
• Therapists may use one or both feet, and may hold bars or ropes for stability

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✅ Benefits:
• Deep, broad pressure that can reach areas hands often can’t
• Great for large muscle groups like the back, glutes, and hamstrings
• Helps with:
• Chronic tension
• Back pain
• Postural issues
• Athletic recovery
• Often more even and soothing than elbows or knuckles

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❌ Why It’s Not for Everyone:
• Too intense for some clients, especially those who prefer gentle touch
• Not ideal for people with:
• Fragile bones or conditions like osteoporosis
• Very small frames
• Spinal conditions or recent injuries
• Takes a highly skilled therapist—done poorly, it can be unsafe or ineffective

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Variations:
• Chavutti Thirumal – Traditional Indian barefoot massage using ropes for balance
• Fijian Barefoot Massage – Therapist uses feet without overhead bars; often on a mat

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Summary:

Barefoot massage is ideal if you love deep pressure and want something different but effective. It’s not just “walking on your back”—a trained Ashiatsu therapist delivers slow, controlled, and therapeutic strokes.

This is not something we practice here at ESP, but if this caught your eye, we know a gal that is amazing and local at it! Reach out for more information!

07/16/2025

07/13/2025

07/10/2025

You guys are first to hear about it! Get ready!

Spa Day is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for August 2nd and invite a friend, co-worker, or that special someone for a day filled with relaxation and rejuvenation.

You and your guest will enjoy exclusive access to a stylish private waiting room, where you can sip on bubbly or wine, snack on light bites, and treat yourselves to decadent chocolate-covered strawberries. Arrive an hour early to unwind with our soothing red-light therapy, the ultimate kickoff to your pampering experience.

Your package offers a lavish one-hour custom facial and a one-hour Swedish massage, plus the option for a hand or foot paraffin wax treatment. Plus, enjoy a fabulous 20% off all in-store products on this special day! After your treatments, take an extra 30 minutes to chill in your private oasis, complete with comfy robes and slippers.

A $100 deposit per person is necessary to secure your spot, with the balance due at service. Deposits are refundable up to 72 hours before the event. The total cost is $250 per person, with available time slots at 10:00 AM, 12:45 PM, and 3:30 PM. Don’t miss out—book your blissful escape today! Call to reserve your spot today! 810-522-0071

07/01/2025

Local Business Spotlight!

Peggy is a true professional with a genuine passion for matching individuals with their ideal home. Getting to know her reveals her dedication and passion. She truly loves what she does and has the biggest heart! If you or someone you know is in the market for a new home, Peggy's expertise is invaluable.
She has also designed these packages offered free of charge at ESP Massage. Grab yours next time you’re in!

Do you own or work for a local company and want to spread the word? DM me!

06/27/2025

💬 Truth bomb: You can’t pour from an empty cup.

Whether you’re taking care of a family, a business, or both—you need moments to refill your own cup. Massage isn’t selfish. It’s fuel.

Take an hour just for YOU. Your body and your mind will thank you. Spend your hour your way.
Read a book, nap, meditate, shop, but my favorite is getting a massage 💆‍♀️
Call to get on our books!
810-522-0071

06/25/2025

A CBD massage is a therapeutic massage that uses oils, creams, or lotions infused with CBD (cannabidiol) — a non-psychoactive compound derived from the h**p plant.

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🌿 What Makes It Different?

Instead of regular massage oil, the therapist uses a product infused with CBD, which is believed to enhance the massage benefits by:
• Reducing inflammation
• Easing muscle and joint pain
• Calming the nervous system
• Promoting deeper relaxation

Important: CBD used in massage won’t get you high — it doesn’t contain THC

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💆‍♀️ Benefits of a CBD Massage
Benefit
How CBD Helps
Pain relief
CBD may help reduce pain signals and inflammation
Relaxation
It can calm the nervous system and reduce stress
Muscle recovery
Helpful after workouts or injury
Skin nourishment
CBD is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids
Anti-inflammatory
Great for sore joints, arthritis, or autoimmune flare-ups

🧴 How It’s Done
• CBD oil or balm is applied like regular massage oil.
• It’s absorbed through the skin (topically), not through the bloodstream.
• Therapists usually combine it with Swedish, deep tissue, or sports massage techniques.

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✅ Ideal For:
• People with chronic pain or inflammation
• Those seeking a natural alternative to pain meds
• Anyone needing serious relaxation without THC

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⚠️ Things to Know
• Not all CBD products are created equal — quality and potency matter. Which is why we use only the highest quality products in our spa

We do offer CBD as an add on for $12 or you can add on CBD facial oil for $8 or both for $15!

06/25/2025

July is just around the corner, and we're buzzing with excitement! Savannah and I are crafting the ultimate Spa Day experience just for you and a guest. Picture this: a cozy, private salon where you can unwind with a one-hour massage, a custom facial, and a dedicated waiting area stocked with champagne, wine, and a light lunch. It's the perfect chance to catch up while relaxing under soothing red light. This exclusive event has limited spots, so keep an eye out for the special email revealing the date and how to snag your spot!

Thinking about joining our Membership? Now's the moment! Membership pricing will jump to $80 per month for a 60-minute massage on July 15th. Lock in the current rate of $70 before it's too late!

We're also on the lookout for new talent! If you know an incredible massage therapist seeking a new home, send them our way! They can reach out directly at 810-522-0071.

Here's a peek at our July availability:
24th - 10 am / 1 pm / 2 pm / 2:30 pm
25th - 12 pm / 1 pm
30th - Anytime between 12 pm - 6 pm
31st - 10 am

Wishing you all a fantastic summer filled with fun!
P.S. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook for the latest updates, flash sales, and more!

06/24/2025

Time slipped away from me this last week!
- let’s talk about Crystal Healing Massage.

A crystal healing massage is a holistic therapy that combines traditional massage techniques with the energetic properties of crystals to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. It’s more spiritual than clinical — think of it as a blend of massage, energy work, and crystal therapy.

💎 How It Works

During a crystal healing massage:
• Smooth crystals (like amethyst, rose quartz, or obsidian) are either placed on or around the body or used directly to massage the skin.
• The practitioner may align the stones with the body’s chakra points to help “balance energy.”
• The massage strokes are often slow and gentle — more about promoting relaxation and flow than deep tissue work.

- Look, weather you believe that crystals work or not, they DO have energy. Why else would they put quartz in your watch to make it work? I am a strong believer that if you feel that something works, then it does. If you have negative energy towards something, of course it won’t. Now, does certain specific crystals really mean what we say they do? Rose quartz brings love, healing etc. I’m not sure myself, but I would rather be safe than sorry. That’s why I do have Rose quartz, clear quartz and more in our spa. Sometimes even under the table. Why not? It’s not hurting us, hopefully it’s healing!

🌈 Common Crystals Used

Amethyst
Calm, clarity, stress relief

Rose Quartz
Emotional healing, love, compassion

Clear Quartz
Amplification, clarity, cleansing

Obsidian
Grounding, protection

Citrine
Energy, abundance, confidence

✨ Benefits (According to Practitioners)
• Deep relaxation and stress relief
• Energy alignment or chakra balancing
• Emotional release
• Enhanced meditative state

🔸 Note: There’s no strong scientific evidence for the metaphysical claims, so it’s considered complementary or spiritual, not medical.

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🧖‍♀️ Who Is It For?
• Clients looking for something gentle, grounding, or spiritually nourishing
• People interested in energy work, Reiki, or alternative healing
• so basically…..anyone!

06/13/2025

In less than two weeks, please find an alternate route for your massage!

In approximately 2 weeks, we will begin the next significant stage for the I-96 at Grand River DDI project which requires the full closure of Grand River Avenue between Nemco Way and Hilton Road. During this full closure, the eastbound I-96 on and off ramps to Grand River Avenue will remain open and the westbound I-96 off ramp will remain open to eastbound Grand River Avenue traffic only.

All Grand River Avenue traffic will be directed along eastbound I-96, Spencer Road, Old US-23 and Hilton Road as indicated in the detail below. This full closure is expected to be in place for approximately 2 months. More information will be forthcoming in the near future.