Head and face massage in Batumi: what to expect and who it suits
How the session goes, what it feels like, whether you can come wearing makeup and how often to book: a guide to head and face massage at Serenity.
Your face and head get tired just as much as your back; we simply notice it less. Knitted brows, a clenched jaw, heaviness in the temples by evening: a familiar picture for anyone who spends the day in front of a screen. A head and face massage in Batumi at Serenity is a separate 60-minute session devoted entirely to this area. Here is how it goes, what you will feel and who it suits best.
Who a head and face massage in Batumi is for
People often choose this session when the tiredness sits in the head rather than in the whole body. It may be right for you if you:
- spend hours looking at a monitor or phone and feel by evening that your forehead and the area around your eyes are tight;
- notice that you clench your teeth at work, behind the wheel or in your sleep;
- frown or squint in the sun a lot, and the muscles of your forehead never quite let go;
- find it hard to switch off after a busy day and want to quiet your mind;
- are looking for gentle, quiet rest without deep work on the body.
If it is mostly your neck and shoulders that get tired, take a look at the back, neck and shoulders massage: these areas often tense up together with the face, and sometimes it makes sense to start there.
How the session goes
You arrive, leave your things and change; the studio provides disposable slippers and towels. Quiet music plays and there is aromatherapy in the room, so it is easy to settle in almost straight away. As a rule, you lie on your back and have nothing to do except breathe and take your time.
A session usually unfolds roughly like this:
- The scalp: slow circular movements and soft pressure that ease the feeling of a tight "helmet".
- Forehead and temples, where tension from concentration tends to build up.
- The area around the eyes, the cheekbones and the jawline, worked especially slowly and carefully.
- A calm finish, so that you come out of relaxation gradually rather than with a jolt.
Pavel, the therapist, adapts the order and pressure to you. The session lasts 60 minutes, which is enough not to rush any stage.
What you will feel
Many guests are surprised by how deeply they can relax when the work is "only" on the head and face. Afterwards people often describe:
- warmth and lightness in the forehead and temples;
- a sense that the jaw has finally unclenched;
- a pleasant drowsiness and a wish to lie still a little longer;
- calmer thoughts, as after a good rest.
The pressure here is lighter than in a back massage. If you would like it firmer or softer, just say so; that is normal and actually helpful. Your feedback is what makes the session truly yours.
Can you come wearing makeup?
It is better without makeup: it is easier for the therapist to work with the skin of the face, and you will not have to worry about mascara or foundation smudging. If you are coming straight from work, that is fine; just mention it in advance. After the session you can wash your face and take a shower; the studio has one.
A few more simple tips:
- It is best to take out contact lenses before the session, as the work includes the area around the eyes.
- Do not plan a styling appointment or an important meeting that needs perfect hair right after the massage: after scalp work your hair will be a little tousled.
- If you have recently had cosmetic treatments on your face or your skin is irritated, mention it when you book. If in doubt, check with a cosmetologist or doctor first; the therapist will choose a gentler technique or suggest rescheduling.
How often to have it
For rest and general well-being, many people find one session every 2–4 weeks is enough. In intense periods, such as deadlines, a move or a lot of travel, you can come more often, every 1–2 weeks. We cover this in more detail in the article how often to get a massage.
The best sign that the rhythm is right is that the lightness lasts for several days, and by the next visit you have not had time to build up the same tiredness again.
As a gift
A head and face massage is gentle and calm, which is why it is often chosen as a present: for a mother, a friend, or a colleague who spends long hours at the computer. You can arrange a gift certificate for a set amount or for a number of sessions.
How to book
The session lasts 60 minutes and costs 100 GEL; you will find the details on the head and face massage page. You can book on the website, by phone at +995 598 56 02 42 or on WhatsApp, at least 2 hours before the time you want. The studio is at Griboedov St 28 and is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 to 21:00; Wednesday and Sunday are days off.
If you are not sure whether a head and face massage in Batumi is right for you, send us a message: tell us how you feel, and we will choose a suitable option together.
