Aromatherapy massage combines therapeutic touch with the science of scent. Essential oils — concentrated extracts from plants, flowers, and resins — are blended into a carrier oil and worked into the skin during massage. They are absorbed both transdermally (through the skin) and via the olfactory system (through smell), triggering responses in the brain's limbic system: the centre of emotion, memory, and nervous system regulation. The result is a treatment that operates on two levels simultaneously. Physically, it releases muscle tension through Swedish-style massage technique. Neurologically, it shifts your nervous system out of stress activation and into genuine parasympathetic rest — the state your body needs to recover, restore, and heal. It is particularly effective for stress-related conditions, sleep disruption, anxiety, and skin health.
How Aromatherapy Massage Is Performed?
At Aurrum, no two aromatherapy sessions use the same oil blend. Before your session, therapist Alexa will ask about your goals for the day and select oils accordingly:
For stress and anxiety: Lavender, Bergamot, Chamomile
For energy and mental clarity: Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Rosemary
For deep sleep: Vetiver, Frankincense, Cedarwood
For muscle recovery: Marjoram, Black Pepper, Ginger
For skin nourishment: Jojoba base with Rose, Geranium, Ylang Ylang
The blend is prepared fresh and warmed before application. The massage follows a full-body Swedish sequence — long strokes, kneading, and circular movements — ensuring the oils are absorbed deeply while the technique delivers complete physical relaxation. The session concludes with a few minutes of rest, allowing the oils to continue working before you dress and leave.
Why Get Aromatherapy Massage at Aurrum
Aromatherapy massage is only as good as the quality of the oils and the knowledge of the therapist applying them. Generic spas use pre-bottled blends with synthetic fragrance. We do not.
All oils are therapeutic grade — sourced for purity, not fragrance intensity
Every blend is prepared per client — your session is not the same as the person before you
The treatment room is scent-prepared — diffused before your arrival so the environment is already working on your nervous system as you enter
Skin sensitivity protocols — a patch check is offered for clients with reactive skin
Massage Price at Aurrum Spa
60 minutes - AED 525 90 minutes - AED 735
Booking via WhatsApp or Telegram. No deposits required for first visits.
Who Usually Comes for Aromatherapy Massage
People dealing with chronic stress who want more than physical release — the scent dimension adds a neurological layer that standard massage does not provide
Insomnia and poor sleep sufferers — the most consistent feedback we receive is clients reporting significantly better sleep the night after an aromatherapy session
Those with skin concerns — dry skin, dullness, or sensitivity often improves with regular quality oil application during massage
Clients who are scent-sensitive positively — people who find particular smells genuinely calming and want to leverage that
Post-illness recovery — supporting the immune and lymphatic systems during recovery periods
FAQ
Will the scent linger on my skin after the session?
A pleasant residual scent typically stays for a few hours. We can apply a lighter concentration if you prefer subtlety or have evening commitments.
Can I request a specific oil I know I respond to?
Yes — just mention it when booking via WhatsApp and Alexa will confirm whether we have it in stock.
Are the oils safe if I have allergies?
Disclose any known allergies at booking. Some oils (nut-derived carriers, specific florals) are substituted based on your profile.
Is aromatherapy massage safe during pregnancy?
Some essential oils are contraindicated during pregnancy. We have a specific pregnancy-safe protocol — inform us at booking.
How is this different from a regular massage with oil?
Standard massage uses neutral carrier oils purely for lubrication. Aromatherapy uses active therapeutic compounds chosen to produce specific physiological and neurological effects.
Aurrum Spa - Ukrainian and Russian Massage Center LEVA Hotel, Mazaya Centre Al-Bidaa Street (Sheikh Zayed Collector Road) Al Wasl, Dubai, AE WhatsApp: +971 588 877 893 Telegram: +971 588 877 893 Phone: +971 585 846 788 5 minutes from Downtown Dubai. 7 minutes from DIFC. 10 minutes from Al Satwa and Jumeirah. Free parking at Leva Hotel. Message us on WhatsApp to check therapist availability and book your session. Same-day appointments available.