Candace Barnes, LMT

Candace Barnes, LMT Experience the healing benefits of Massage Therapy.

Focusing on women's health and healing, including autoimmune symptom management, lymphatic massage and therapeutic massage.

04/13/2026

Have a Bestie Spa Day at Blue Lotus Salon & Spa!

Want to enjoy a solo Spa Day? We can do that, too!

Choose from the following options for yourself or you and your Best Friend, Mom/Daughter, etc:

✨️Deluxe Pedicure

💅✨️Deluxe Manicure & Pedicure

💆‍♀️✨️Massage & Pedicure Combo

💆‍♀️✨️💅Ultimate Spa Day with a Massage, Facial & Pedicure!

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03/22/2026

Scientists figured out how to *double* brain waste clearance just by massaging the skin.

The discovery may be the future of Alzheimer's prevention.

Scientists have discovered a non-invasive way to enhance the brain’s natural waste-clearing system, which could open new doors for treating neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s.

Researchers at the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) demonstrated in mice that gently stimulating lymphatic vessels beneath the skin of the face and neck significantly boosts cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow—a critical mechanism for flushing out harmful substances from the brain. Using a specially designed mechanical stimulator, the team was able to double CSF outflow and restore drainage levels in aged mice, without drugs or surgery.

This breakthrough offers a potential new approach for safely improving brain health in aging populations.

The researchers also identified previously unknown drainage routes from the brain to superficial lymph nodes through facial lymphatics—routes that remain functional even in older animals. These findings complete the anatomical map of CSF outflow and suggest the feasibility of wearable or clinical devices to enhance brain waste clearance. While more research is needed to determine its long-term effects and application in human patients, the team is optimistic that this gentle mechanical approach could be developed into a therapeutic tool to prevent or slow neurodegenerative disease progression.

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Nature. Increased CSF drainage by non-invasive manipulation of cervical lymphatics, June 4, 2025

As someone with multiple autoimmune conditions, there are days that it is so hard to do even the simplest things that we...
03/04/2026

As someone with multiple autoimmune conditions, there are days that it is so hard to do even the simplest things that we take for granted, like brushing your hair or getting out of your car after you get home from an average day at work. Sometimes, it's like walking through quicksand to get up and go to the store.

Some days you can barely move because your entire body feels like you were in an accident the day before. Sore, bruised, aching when you simply did normal activities.

Then there are days that are "ok". Those "ok" days are like heaven to us, but are a healthy person's roughest days.

We often have struggled with these conditions, these autoimmune diseases most of our lives. Or just found out that has been the answer to all of the things we've been struggling with and couldn't understand. We have learned how to mask the pain, the struggle so well. What you see on the outside is a strong, motivated, ambitious person. But some days....some days on the inside we are exhausted and pushing ourselves to get through the next 30 minutes. Then....will we make it to the next?

Some diseases are not always visible and those can be the hardest to fight. Too all of my friends, family and clients who I have bonded with, shared stories, tips and struggles with....I see you. We are in this together and thank God we have eachother.

I am so grateful to have a career that allows me to help people. It is my purpose in life to help others and make their lives a bit better, even if it's just for an hour.

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02/25/2026
Each individual is different in their needs. Listen to your body, listen to your budget! A great therapeutic massage doe...
02/12/2026

Each individual is different in their needs. Listen to your body, listen to your budget! A great therapeutic massage doesn't always come from a fancy spa.

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02/12/2026

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02/01/2026

And Massage!

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02/01/2026

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🩷I am wanting to get an idea of who might be interested in couples massage for Valentine's Day this year. 💗These will be...
01/21/2026

🩷I am wanting to get an idea of who might be interested in couples massage for Valentine's Day this year.

💗These will be booked on Saturday, February 14th between 9am and 1pm, 60 or 90 minute sessions.

💋These will not be membership eligible.

❤️‍🔥If you and your Valentine would be interested, comment below!

💌You can also purchase Valentine's Gift Certificates!

Last openings left for January!Wednesday 28 @ 11am and 12:15pmComment or Message to Schedule!
01/21/2026

Last openings left for January!

Wednesday 28 @ 11am and 12:15pm

Comment or Message to Schedule!

Address

702 High Street
Olney, IL
62450

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+16188631777

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