Melt away the stresses of daily life with a soothing oil massage at Sabai Sabai. Combining the healing properties of essential oils with Thai massage expertise, this is pure, unhurried relaxation in the heart of Gippsland.
A relaxation massage isn't just a luxury — it's a genuine investment in your physical and mental wellbeing.
Studies show that massage therapy significantly reduces cortisol (the stress hormone) while increasing serotonin and dopamine — your body's natural feel-good chemicals. The result is genuine, lasting calm.
By activating your parasympathetic nervous system, relaxation massage helps your body shift into "rest and restore" mode. Many of our clients report their best night's sleep follows a session with us.
Even without the deep pressure of a sports massage, gentle to medium pressure effectively releases surface-level tension in the neck, shoulders, back and limbs that builds up from daily life.
The long, flowing strokes of a relaxation massage encourage blood flow throughout the body, helping to deliver oxygen and nutrients to tired muscles while flushing away metabolic waste.
Our relaxation massage combines skilled hands with the therapeutic properties of carefully chosen essential oils. As the oils are warmed and worked into your skin, their aromatic compounds are absorbed into your bloodstream and inhaled, doubling the therapeutic effect.
Different oils serve different purposes. Lavender for calming and sleep support. Eucalyptus for clearing congestion and boosting energy. Peppermint for headache relief and mental clarity. Your therapist will select the right blend based on your needs that day.
This isn't a light, surface-level treatment. While gentler than deep tissue, our relaxation massage uses firm, confident strokes drawn from Thai massage tradition. You'll leave feeling genuinely worked on — not just lightly oiled.
"Sabai" means comfortable and relaxed in Thai. It's the feeling we promise every client who walks through our door.
| Feature | Relaxation w/ Oils | Traditional Thai | Deep Tissue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pressure | Medium, flowing | Firm, rhythmic | Very firm, sustained |
| Best for | Stress relief, relaxation | Flexibility, energy | Chronic pain, injuries |
| Clothing | Minimal (draped) | Loose, comfortable | Minimal (draped) |
| Technique | Long strokes, oils | Stretching, acupressure | Targeted compression |
| After-feel | Calm, floaty, warm | Energised, open | Relieved, may be tender |
| 30 min | $55 | $55 | $55 |
| 60 min | $80 | $90 | $90 |
| 90 min | $125 | $135 | $135 |
“I drive from Warragul once a month for the essential oil massage. Nothing else in the region comes close. I always leave feeling like a new person.”— Regular Sabai Sabai client
Walk-ins welcome, or call ahead to secure your preferred time. We're at 90 McKenzie Street, Wonthaggi.
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