TCM botanical face relies on holistic cross-cultural techniques to support the function of the body systems supported with botanicals aligning seasonally within the TCM 5 element model

sakura  - spring honors the Japanese cherry blossoms Sakura that bloom in spring with a Japanese TCM botanical face experience utilizing specialized manual techniques to stimulate the lymphatic system, enhance circulation, and promote relaxation. This rejuvenating Japanese treatment incorporates gentle movements with konjac (derived from the konjac plant) applied in circular motions, to help promote circulation, is enhanced with Japanese mokuzai (wooden) tools and a ridoki textured roller aiding in smoothing out fascial adhesions. Session includes a graceful and invigorating Japanese lifting face massage, and tsubo acupressure points to balance and calm. Enriched with an apothecary organic Japanese face oil that may include sakura (Prunus serrulata), tsubaki (Camellia japonica), kiku (Chrysanthemum), botan (Paeonia japonica), and yuzu (Citrus junos), a hydrolat, an apothecary detoxifying clay masque infused mineral rich, hand harvested yukoshio salt, apothecary botanicals, and harmonizing artesian mineral rich water, and a quartz eye masque

lotus - summer honors the deeply aromatic lotus flower that blooms in summer with a TCM botanical face experience utilizing specialized manual techniques to stimulate the lymphatic system, enhance circulation, and promote relaxation. This rejuvenating treatment incorporates manual lymphatic drainage with dry brushing, gua sha and is enhanced with ba guan (glass facial cupping) to stimulate circulation, bo jin (wand/spoon) stones to aid in reducing fascial adhesions. Session includes an invigorating face massage with TCM acupressure points to balance and calm. Enriched with an apothecary organic botanical face oil that may include aromatic blue lotus flower and essence (*Nymphaea caerulea), white lotus and pink lotus (*Nelumba nucifera) essence (*cooling jasmine (*Jasminum), hibiscus (*Hibiscus rosa-sinensis), a hydrolat, an apothecary detoxifying clay masque infused with mineral rich, hand harvested salt and pearl and apothecary botanicals, harmonizing artesian mineral rich water, and a quartz eye masque

magnolia - late summer honors the magnolia  blossoms that bloom in late summer with a dedicated TCM botanical face experience utilizing specialized manual techniques to stimulate the lymphatic system, enhance circulation, and promote relaxation. This rejuvenating treatment incorporates manual lymphatic drainage with dry brushing, This rejuvenating treatment incorporates manual lymphatic drainage with gua sha and is enhanced with ba guan (glass facial cupping) to stimulate circulation, bo jin (wand/spoon) stones to aid in reducing fascial adhesions. Session includes an invigorating face massage with TCM acupressure points to balance and calm. Enriched with an apothecary organic botanical face oil that may include goji berry (Lycium barbarum), honey suckle (Lonicera), and red ginseng (Panax ginseng), a hydrolat, an apothecary detoxifying clay masque infused with mineral rich, hand harvested salt, and pearl, and apothecary botanicals, and harmonizing artesian mineral rich water, and a quartz eye masque

mira - autumn - honors the mira blooms in autumn with a dedicated TCM botanical face experience utilizing specialized manual techniques to stimulate the lymphatic system, enhance circulation, and promote relaxation. This rejuvenating treatment incorporates manual lymphatic drainage with dry brushing, warm bamboo, a handcrafted organic apothecary compress soaked in artesian mineral water and steamed to aid in stimulating the circulatory system of the face, neck, and décolleté. Session is enriched with an apothecary oil that may include sacred resins frankincense (*Boswelia sacra) and myrrh (*Commiphora myrrha), mastic leaf resin essence (*Pistacia lentisis), arnica (*Arnica montana), calendula (*Calendula officinalis), rasberry leaf (*Rubus idaeus), and kobocha seed (*Cucurbita maxima)  a hydrolat, an apothecary detoxifying clay masque infused with mineral rich, hand harvested salt and charcoal and apothecary botanicals, and harmonizing artesian mineral rich water, and a quartz eye masque

aurora - winter season honors botanicals resting beneath the aurora borealis and aurora australis, with a TCM botanical face experience utilizing specialized manual techniques to stimulate the lymphatic system, enhance circulation, and promote relaxation. This rejuvenating treatment incorporates manual lymphatic drainage with dry brushing, warm rosewood, artesian water filled clay vessels warmed and applied to the face, neck, décolleté. Session includes raw honey to lift fascial adhesions superficially and muscularly on the face and décolleté. Session is enriched with an apothecary oil that may include elemental protective botanicals cloubderry (*Rubus chamaemorus), seabuckthorn (*Hippophae rhamnoides), eidelweiss (*Leontopodium nivale), raspberry leaf (*Rubus idaeus), amaranth seed (*Amaranthus), and carrot seed (*Daucus carota), kānuka (Kunzeida ericoides), and rātā (Metrosideros umbellata), an apothecary detoxifying clay masque infused with mineral rich, hand harvested salt and moss and apothecary botanicals, and harmonizing artesian mineral rich water, and a quartz eye masque

mind/body medicine techniques following principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine 5 Element (Wu Xing) — Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water

jasper Tibetan (Siwa Rigba) head/neck reflexology employs micro maps from Tibet that correspond to the body systems, is supported by warm jasper stones, and a traditional Tibetan honey/salt back treatment placed along the spinal column that lifts the fascia, encourages lymphatic flow, and detoxification 

 
lapis TCM botanical face experience combines integrative face, ears and head reflexology utilizes both hands-on therapy, lapis lazuli stones and facial reflex tools. Facial reflex mapping integrated from Vietnam (Dien Chan), Japan (Yamamoto), and Tibet (Siwa Rigba). Enriched with an apothecary organic botanical face oil that may include calendula (Calendula officinalis), hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis), white chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium), mallow flower (Malva neglecta), a hydrolat, an apothecary detoxifying clay masque infused with charcoal, artesian mineral rich water, apothecary botanicals, soothing stone face masque 

lotus combines mind/body medicine techniques that follow the 12 meridians (channels) and their respective organ pairs, Central (Conception Vessel/Ren Mai) and Governing (Du Mai) vessels of the body incorporating acupressure points, compression and gentle stretching known as Shiatsu, originating from Japan rooted in TCM. Shiatsu promotes balance and wellbeing. Traditionally in Shiatsu, a client is positioned on a therapy mat on the floor, supported by (organic buckwheat) cushions. There is no oil/lotion used during this service. Although it is encouraged to maintain the grounding experience of a floor mat, a session may be modified on a therapy table or chair as needed

TCM botanical bodywork relies on holistic cross-cultural techniques to support function of the body systems naturally with element resilient botanicals, mineral rich water, salts, clays, mud, moss and volcanic resources

blossom body TCM gua sha and manual techniques applied with an apothecary organic botanical body oil that may be infused with red ginseng (Panax ginseng), goji berry (Lycium barbarum), yuzu (Citrus junos), litsea (litsea monopetala) jasmine (Jasmine officinalis) and neroli (citrus aurantium) to support the integumentary and lymphatic system, and aid in easing patterns of restricted and congested fascia 

basil offers a handcrafted organic herbal poultice body treatment designed to promote purification and renewal. This soothing experience utilizes the natural properties of curated herbs to revitalize the body and mind, ensuring a refreshing and restorative experience

jade + sel offers a rejuvenating jade green salt glow for hands and feet, enriched with hydrating apothecary botanicals to nourish the skin. Session includes a salt/clay face masque layered with a Jade stone face masque to calm and balance. This service incorporates therapeutic thermal applications to enhance relaxation and promote overall wellbeing 

integrative and therapeutic approach to massage/bodywork to support neurological functioning, ease in superficial and deep fascial adhesions, promote circulation, encourage lymphatic movement, and aid in pain management 

esprit neuro manual lymphatic drainage/cranio sacral therapy has been shown to aid in enhancing the quality and function of the lymphatic system in the brain, utilizing neuro lymphatics to promote cognitive health. This specialized manual lymphatic drainage therapy has demonstrated effectiveness in clearing cellular waste to support individuals with Parkinson’s, Alzheimer‘s, TBI (traumatic brain injury), neuro disorders and degeneration, providing a holistic approach to wellbeing 

esprit provides specialized manual lymphatic drainage therapy that enhances lymphatic system function, promoting overall wellness. This therapeutic approach supports immune function, assists with autoimmune disorders, and serves as an effective resource for pain management with lymphatic congestion. Selective lymph support botanicals may be incorporated into the session. Decongestive therapy is also available, please inquire for further details 

bowenwork is a gentle form of bodywork with subtle moves performed over muscles and connective tissue, sending messages deep into the body through multiple layers of fascia, impacting nerves, lymphatic, organ function, muscles, joints, as well as the autonomic nervous system. This holistic therapy is provided by working with a client fully clothed on a therapy table, in a seated or standing position. There is no oil/lotion used in this holistic session. There is a resting period between practitioner movements. Please allow additional time for this modality (optimal responses experienced with consecutive sessions). This specialized holistic therapy is known to support neuro degeneration and be a resource for pain management

restorative massage therapy and bodywork session is an integrated experience intended to propel one forward, away from what was and what can optimally be for each individual, in the time and space needed. A restorative session integrates therapeutic modalities including TCM cupping and gua sha, myofascial release, positional release, and assisted stretching. This integrative holistic approach is enhanced by the use of aromatics and thermal applications

jade warm deep green jade stones from the Longshan mountain region of China, may enhance circulation while reducing the inflammatory response in the muscle and soft tissue. This soothing treatment promotes overall well-being and rejuvenation with harmonizing TCM 5 element botanicals 

INDIGO apothecary (storehouse) relies on generational botanical wisdom, sourcing quality trusted wildcrafted and organic botanicals to support the Studio wellness offerings 

botanical & flore mélange  - a harmonious assorted collection of select botanicals and flora, joyfully shared with intention and purpose

sel mélange - a harmonious assorted collection of hand harvested mineral rich salts, joyfully shared with intention and purpose

terra mélange - a harmonious assorted collection of mineral rich clays, mud, moss, and volcanic resources, joyfully shared with intention and purpose

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