Sanctuary Massage

10/27/2025

You've tried harder,
Now try softer.

We live in a world of no pain no gain! Where hustle is the only way and we wear exhaustion and busy like a badge of honor.

It's kind of ingrained in us. I'm guilty too.

But I am reminded today of why I enjoy massage that is on the gentler side.
Sometimes slowing down and being soft is the most radical healing thing you can do.

Give yourself permission to try it this week.

-care

10/24/2025

My favorite month at the studio! Have you tried our Pumpkin Mud yet?

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10/10/2025

"That was the best massage experience I have ever had."

This week was the first Apple Spice Foot Soak session, and our client clearly loved it.

A full body massage is great, but there is absolutely something to be said about focusing in on one part of the body that really stimulates our nervous system.

It's the same reason why our Peony Facial Glow is hands down our MOST relaxing massage!

Interested in checking it out? Ill be opening up a few October appointments, so dm us or sign up for our mailing list today.

10/08/2025

Our Apothecary Massage is all about pulling herbs and clays from the shelves and creating a one of a kind experience.

Last week my client wanted to indulge in all things pumpkin spice. She wanted to feel more grounded and relaxed, with a focus on her calves and back. She chose this session as a way to lean into a bit more self love.

Of course that meant adding rose to a generous amount of our pumpkin mud, along with a sugar and spice blend for an incredible scrub. For her calves, we mixed our oat and honey foot mask with fresh pumpkin and calendula petals, massaging it in and finishing with hot stones and a warm towel.

It couldn't have been a more autumnal and lovely massage!

What would your dreamy session look like?

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10/01/2025

09/15/2025

Something we so often talk about in the massage room is our body's ability to absorb all of the things that the world can throw at us.

That could be things like the stresses of driving in rush hour, family turmoil, or turning on the news and taking in grave tragedies from across our country and local communities. Shocking, fast-paced, and continuous, thanks to the speed at which things happen on social media.

Our nervous systems are spending more and more time in our sympathetic (fight or flight) nervous system. I can see it taking a toll. This post is a gentle reminder to give yourself and the loved ones around you some grace.

It is a good time to ground into and listen to your body. Ask yourself what you need, consider taking breaks from social media, or perhaps unplug and get outside for a bit. Maybe spend more time with your loved ones or even take some time just for yourself. Whatever it is you might be needing,

please remember:

self care is not selfish, especially when the world feels as heavy as it has for so long.

09/10/2025

Autumn Service: ​​​​​​​​
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This one is for you​​​​​​​​
🌿 if you carry your stress in your calves,​​​​​​​​
🌿 if your knees need some tlc, ​​​​​​​​
🌿and you absolutely love a fabulous foot massage. ​​​​​​​​
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So much more than a relaxing soak, this session includes hot stones and our autumn spice butter for a focused massage on your lower legs and feet. ​​​​​​​​
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October booking is now available! ​​​​​​​​
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09/05/2025

Sunflower Seed Oil, It’s your time to shine!

Golden, gentle, and endlessly versatile, sunflower seed oil is one of those quiet treasures that always feels like sunshine for the skin. I keep it on hand year round, both as a gentle alternative to coconut oil for those with tree nut allergies, and as a nourishing base oil in its own right.

There are two kinds of sunflower seed oil, high oleic and high linoleic, and each carries its own gifts. One is rich and protective, restoring the skin’s natural barrier and keeping dryness away. The other is light and quick to absorb, helping the skin stay balanced and clear.

Neither is better, they simply support different needs. What I love most is that sunflower oil always feels soft, never heavy, and leaves your skin glowing without a greasy finish. It is a quiet powerhouse, a drop of first harvest season, I love weaving into sessions when your skin needs a simple, soothing touch.

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08/30/2025

As summer begins to fade and give way to autumn, there’s magic in this in-between. The light softens, the air shifts, and we’re invited to pause.

What do you want to call into your life during this final stretch of 2025?

🌿 Relaxation?
🌼 Joy?
🕯️ Time for meditation and self-care?

The turning of seasons is the perfect reminder that we can shift too, gently, naturally, in our own rhythm.

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08/22/2025

Starting your session with a scalp and face massage that melts into great neck, chest, and shoulder work is one of my favorite ways to begin a massage.
Not only does it help to engage your parasympathetic nervous system right away, but we often forget how much tension we hold in this area.

This is so important for those of us who have trouble shutting our brains down to relax or are coming in after a particularly stressful day.

Scalp massage not only feels fabulous, it can be very nostalgic for some people and gently targeting those tiny suboccipital muscles at the base of your skull can go a long way to stop a headache in its tracks.

Not only can releasing the jaw feel great for those with TMJ, but it can set the tone for allowing muscles in the rest of our body to begin to relax.