Lymphatic drainage and a regular massage can look similar from the outside, but they feel very different and are booked for different reasons. Here is how to tell which one you are looking for.
2 min readBy Keva Brianne
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Lymphatic drainage and regular massage at a glance
Lymphatic drainage
Regular massage
Pressure
Firm, sculpting strokes that move fluid
Moderate to firm, working into the muscles
Technique
Rhythmic strokes in a set direction, toward the lymph nodes
Kneading, gliding and pressure on tight areas
Usually booked for
Feeling lighter or less puffy, after travel, before an event, relaxation
Muscle tension, tightness and general relaxation
How it feels
Firm but comfortable, leaving you lighter and less bloated
Can range from relaxing to deep and intense
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Which one is right for you?
Choose lymphatic drainage if you want to feel less puffy or bloated and look more sculpted, especially after flights, long days on your feet, or before an event.
Choose a regular massage if your main goal is easing sore, tight muscles or knots. Lymphatic drainage focuses on moving fluid and contouring the body, not on working into deep muscle tension.
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Can you have both?
Yes. Many people enjoy both for different reasons. If you book them close together, mention it to Keva so she can advise on timing.
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What Body & Glow offers
Keva offers lymphatic drainage. If you are unsure whether it suits what you are looking for, email her before you book and she will help you decide.
