Tired face?? Perfect answer....maybe?? Post Reply

[Andrea1970]

OMG!! My husband bought me an early anniversary present, a LaStone facial with Elaine at reCentre health in Balham (not sure if this is the same Elaine that Sid and Niz have mentioned in an earlier post in ‘me time?’) Anyway, it was so much more than just a facial as Elaine was interested in relieving the tension in my shoulders and neck as well as the muscles in my face. I was a bit unsure of the hot and cold stones at first but after 5 mins or so I simply melted and drifted away into the experience. The room was incredibly relaxing, almost like a hotel spa but much more intimate. Overall, the treatment was amazing as she really lifted and worked the muscles in my face. Wonderful to have my neck and shoulders eased as well. My skin glows and still does 3 days in! A nice surprise was a take home tailor made facial blend. Not sure of the cost as this was a gift but most definitely worth the experience.
As a newbie, not sure if I’m posting this in the right forum?
Andrea

[Sid]

Hi Andrea!

This is most definitely the same Elaine

She really is awesome and leaves you feeling absolutely wonderful! Really glad you also enjoyed the same experience

Regards,
Sid

[NizVyas]

Hi Andrea,
Yes you are referring to same Elaine Tomkins what a lovely gift your husband treated you to! So pleased you enjoyed it and thought it was wonderful too! Niz

[Andrea1970]

Does anyone know if Elaine practises elsewhere? I've heard she is doing another LaStone facial weekend at Recentre but is already fully booked. I really can't wait on the priority booking list any longer. I think there's another one next month but unsure if the special offer will be available then?

[CheronNY]

Hey Andrea,
Might be worth checking with Neals Yard Remedies as I know Elaine (she was my sisters massage tutor in 2012) is their head of massage training and may work from the Covent Garden branch where she teaches . Apparantly, she worked at the Battersea Osteopathic Practice in Webbs Road for years before she started at the Balham Practice. I'm not too sure if the practice in Webbs rd is still there. I think it was called 'tBop'? but don't hold me to the name .

Hope this helps!

Cheron xx

[Andrea1970]

Just had another (my fourth) extraordinary massage/hot stone treatment with Elaine at ReCentre this weekend.
If you haven't yet.....Do so!
It's FANTASTIC!!!

Hear hear to all the reviews, including HRH Annabe!

[Andrea1970]

I know I've said a lot about these treatments with Elaine, but goodness me I've now had THE ultimate in relaxation - a facial combined with a hot stone massage to my entire body. UNBELIEVABLE. So relieved that children were with their grandparents as I was in a (good) trance and managed to flop home. This happened last weekend as I snapped up the the special offer really quickly. It is expensive but to be honest, the time she spends with you and her expertise is quality beyond anything. She always makes up a facial oil (free) to take away and this time, my skin was super spotty/sensitive and I have to say, it's calmed down to the point where I'm not applying tons of concealer. Goodness me, what to do if she ever goes north of the river!!!

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[sally101]

Putting this straight on my Christmas list!

[Kiwi Lu]

Yes it's definitely the answer! Elaine Tomkins created a warm fragrant cocoon for me to relax in and I really did completely relax... but chose not to go to sleep as I didn't want to miss out on any part of the gorgeous treatment! It was my first experience of hot and cold stones (as part of the facial) which Elaine uses so skilfully and intuitively ... I liked the contrast of temperature which is far more subtle than you can imagine. All truly delicious and so soothing. I did find myself thinking of a couple of close friends who would adore this treat... one has a significant birthday coming up in the New Year. As far as the worry about Elaine escaping north of the river goes ... there's no chance as we won't let her!!

[Loopyloo]

I've never experienced anything like this!! The treatment goes way beyond anything I can describe. Not only does your face get a workout (my jaw feels like it been unhinged and I didn't even know it was tight!) but my neck and shoulders feel like mine again. An extraordinary experience overall. I feel very nurtured, have glowy skin and have gone home with a lovely bottle of facial oil that Elaine made up for me.

Thanks to all you for posting about this. I'm SO SO happy to have found such an exceptional therapist at long last!

[CheronNY]

Hey loopyloo, me too with the loose jaw!! I've just had a few sessions (pretty intense but Elaine talks you through what she's doing) as I I'm a tooth grinder so I wake up with headaches cos I clamp down on that horrid plastic thingy I have to wear at night that my dentist in the States made up for me. What's amazing is since Elaine has worked and released my jaw muscles, and barring one after a treatment (tho she warned me), my headaches have eased and I swear my whole face and neck feel totally different. Another PLUS. But now I have to decide whether it's the facial or jaw treatment to go for!! What's a girl to do?!!

[Loopyloo]

HIGHLY Highly recommend Elaine's Deep Facial massage treatment. After 3 sessions the tension in my face is no more and my jaw muscles don't ache in the morning at all plus I'm a much better tempered mum!!! TRY THIS TREATMENT. She gives you a some beautiful oil to use at home which I swear helps me sleep better as well as helping my spotty skin .

Just posted this again as I can't believe the difference!!

[LP73]

Have a look at Environ facials too - they are amazing!

[Loopyloo]

Having tried tons of facials, including Dermatalogica, even Liz Earle's, this is a totally different treatment as Elaine not only treats the skin according to what it needs, but also gets into the tight muscles on your face. I have a lot of jaw tension from tooth grinding and neck and shoulder issues. It's the combination and her approach that is totally unique and every treatment is prescriptive. The deep tissue one releases tension all over the face, but particularly around the jaw and neck so it's definately worth it. She always consults and spends time planning a treatment so you go out feeling how YOU want and not doing a run of the mill facial from a menu. Plus she uses tons of different hot and cold stones on all those achey bits which feel INCREDIBLE. So in a nutshell, yep there's facials but these are....well....what can I say that the posts haven't?!!!