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Nuru massage — what it is and how to prepare
Slippery seaweed gel, a mat instead of a table and a massage with the whole body. Where nuru comes from, how a session goes and how to get the most out of it.
Nuru came from Japan and its name means “slippery”. That is the whole secret of the technique: a special, odourless gel based on nori seaweed makes the friction between two bodies almost disappear. The masseuse does not work with her hands — she glides over you with her whole body, and you feel weight, warmth and rhythm rather than individual movements.
How a session goes
We start with a shared shower — the gel works best on clean, slightly damp skin. Then you move to the nuru mat, because a classic table could not take that much gel. The room is warmer than usual: gel draws heat quickly, so temperature matters.
The first minutes are about spreading the gel and slow, long glides along the back and legs. The masseuse gradually shifts more of her body weight onto you, changes positions, turns you onto your back. A 60-minute session allows a full cycle; in the 30-minute version we focus on the back and legs.
How to prepare
Do not eat a heavy meal within an hour of your visit — on the mat you lie flat and get turned. Shower here, not at home; the gel reacts with leftover cosmetics and lotions, so the skin should be “bare”. If you are prone to allergies, tell us — the gel is hypoallergenic, but we can always test it on your forearm.
Who it is for
Nuru is chosen by people who want intense contact with no effort on their side. If this is your first visit to a salon, consider starting with a body to body massage on oil — a similar sensation in a more familiar form. Leave nuru for the second time, once you know what to expect.
Want to try it yourself?
Message us on WhatsApp — we will advise which massage to choose for a first visit.