Hola chicos, being a Stay at Home Mum is not easy, in fact it is hard work. You have to take care of your kids 24/7 and also be sure that your house is in a perfect state too. On top of this I have the hours I put in to blogging. Overseeing it all is really tiring and it’s no wonder that my body is aching all the time and my muscles are tense. I have an accumulation of stress as my tasks for the day get bigger and bigger every day. I have been in need of a deep and relaxing massage for a long time. Therefore, I was delighted when I was contacted by Thai Kosai, a Massage Therapy salon. They invited me to go to their salon and have a 1hr massage.
Thai Kosai is located in Toynbee Street which is a short walk from Liverpool Street station, near Spitalfields market in London. They are also within 300 metres of Aldgate East underground station. If you work in the City or in Central London this would be ideal to stop by and have a massage before you go back home or even during your lunch break.
When I arrived I was happily surprised with the place as I didn’t know what to expect of course. My first impression was that I had been transported to Thailand. I have never been to Thailand but I just felt that I was there whilst I was at Thai Kosai. I hope I’m making sense, lol. The whole decoration was very traditional. It was such a lovely and warming place. Thai Kosai is run by a lovely couple, Kanjana who is from Thailand and Chris who is British. They were both waiting for me when I arrived, which I thought that was lovely.
Kanjana asked me what type of massage I would like from the different types of massages that they offer.
Thai Aromatherapy Massage (30 mins: £35 / 60 mins: £60 / 90 mins: £90)
This is a blissful full-body oil massage focused on pure relaxation. They use a combination of aromatic oils carefully selected by their trained aromatherapists to relax or stimulate the senses. This treatment relieves stress and fatigue, and lifts the mood.
Thai Traditional Massage ( 30 mins: £35 / 60 mins: £60 / 90 mins: £90)
This treatment uses techniques drawn from ‘Nuad Thai’ – roughly translated as ‘Thai Yoga’. The massage focuses on specific pressure points and also employs some gentle stretching. Generally no oil is used in this treatment. If you prefer a ‘stationary’ and more relaxing treatment they recommend a Thai Aromatherapy massage.
Deep Tissue Massage (30 mins: £35 / 60 mins: £60 / 90 mins: £90)
Deep tissue massage targets deeper layers of muscle tissue and so can be beneficial in releasing chronic tension in the muscles. The technique is similar to Swedish massage. Softer pressure can be applied if you would like a more relaxing experience.
Head, Neck & Shoulder Massage (30 mins: £35 / 60 mins: £60)
A build-up of stress and tension can often cause neck and shoulder stiffness and headaches. Their head, neck and shoulder treatment is the perfect remedy!
Foot Massage (20 mins: £35 / 45 mins: £60)
You can give your feet some pampering with their refreshing foot massage. Although they only work on your feet and lower legs, where their therapists apply gentle pressure to the reflex points in your feet, this treatment eases tension in your whole body.
Four Hands Massage (60 mins: £120 / 90 mins: £180)
The four hands massage is a deep-relaxation massage performed by two therapists simultaneously. Essentially you experience two full body massages at the same time. If you really want to be pampered then this may be the treatment for you!
I really wanted something very relaxing that could potentially send me to sleep. The more relaxing one was the first one: Thai Aromatherapy Massage so I chose this one. I was then asked if I would like something to drink and taken to one of their rooms. They have four massage rooms across their two floors, one upstairs and three downstairs. I was taken to room number 2, which was beautiful with lots of Thai decorations. Kanjana asked me to change into some disposable underwear. She then left me to get ready, explaining that someone else would be coming shortly to do the massage.
When I was ready, someone knocked at the door asking for my permission to come in. She was my masseuse for the hour. She was so lovely and she always ask me if I was okay and asked my permission to carry on. The massage was lovely and I really enjoyed it. As expected, I did end up falling asleep a little bit and that was very relaxing. For the first time in ages I managed to forget about my girls and enjoying some nice “me time”. The masseuse used her fingers, palms and forearms to gently apply the appropriate pressure to muscles and pressure points. The pressure is enough to work out muscle tension, but she didn’t target deeper layers of muscle which was perfect for me.
I had a lovely time and I was treated really nicely by the staff. If you fancy a massage and you don’t know where to go, I recommend you to try this place as you will not regret it. If you would like to book an appointment you could do this online here. You can also find Thai Kosai on Facebook, Twitter and Google+.
*Disclaimer: I was kindly given a 1 hour complimentary massage in exchange for an honest review. The contents of this post reflects my honest opinion.
Thanks for stopping by,
Love you all ❤️
Franca 💋
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would love a Head, Neck & Shoulder Massage
That sounds great!! Good luck! 🙂 x
Would love the Deep Tissue Massage
I haven’t tried that one but it sounds great! Good luck, 🙂 xx
Head, Neck and shoulder massage for me
Awesome! Good luck, 🙂 x
The head neck and shoulder massage sound good
Yes it does! Good luck, 🙂 x
Looks really lovely! I could use a massage too
It was lovely!! I really enjoyed it!! Good luck, 🙂 xx
Im really curious about the Thay massage now
It is strong apparently but it is good! I haven’t tried that one yet! Good luck, x
Probably the aromatherapy massage would be my choice!
Great choice! Good luck! 🙂 x
I’ve not had a Thai Massage before, however I LOVE a hot stone massage.
Great! Good luck! 🙂 x
this would be amazing!
Deep tissue, I love a firm (but relaxing) massage!
Ooooh I do love a good massage! Nothing better! Looks and sounds like a gorgeous place! Thanks for hosting #KCACOLS
Ohh sounds lovely. I love a hot stones massage with aromatherapy oils..Indian Head massages are also amazing. London a bit far for me to go for a massage so won’t enter the give away even though it sounds amazing. Good luck to everyone..sounds like you had a lovely relaxing time Franca x #kcacols
Do you know I have never had a full massage and I have a lot of problems with my lower back so I would love one – I am jealous and it looks fabulous! #kcacols
Oh this sounds like heaven! I love the decor. I have never had a massage despite there being a massage place about 3 houses away from mine! I really should goin as i am desperate for head neck and shoulder massage! #KCACOLS
I love having a massage – what bliss! I always have so much tension in my shoulders and neck.
Sounds like a lovely place
x Alice
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Oh my it looks so relaxing as you was explains each massage they provide I was thinking ooooh I would have that one, ooooh I would have that one. It would be one big visit haha. #KCACOLS
Oh my it looks so relaxing! As you were describing each massage they offered I was thinking ooooh I would have that one, ooooh I would have that one. I would love to try them all…that would be fantastic massage! Lol. #KCACOLS
this just looks and sounds amazing – i love massages (not that I get them very often)! #KCACOLS
The decor looks gorgeous and the massage sounds so relaxing! I had a massage in Thailand once and it was not very relaxing at all, quite painful in fact! But I’m sure my poor muscles benefited from being thoroughly pummelled, haha!
OMG! That sounds amazing! I’ve had some fabulous massages from Asian ladies when I lived in Dubai. Beautiful places and fabulous service. Very similar to your experience. I’ve not found anywhere in Auckland that’s not ridiculously expensive. #KCACOLS
Oh that sounds truly amazing what an excellent give away and super treat for you! Xx #KCACOLS
This sounds amazing and everything looks so beautiful 🙂
I’ve never had a massage, but I’m definitely thinking about it now!
Laura xx
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Oh Franca honey Thai Kosia not only sounds but looks fantastic too. I’m so glad you got to review such an amazing place, and that you has such a lovely relaxing time! xx #KCACOLS
Would love a massage and a facial! This sounds heavenly and it sounds like it would take me back to Thailand. I’ve entered the competition, so fingers crossed. Claire X #KCACOLS
I do all the things you describe and work from home too so could definitely do with this! Sounds lovely x #KCACOLS
This sounds so amazing! I love how decadent it feels getting a massage 😀 #KCACOLS
This looks amazing! I love the idea of massages but have never actually had one! I think i would enjoy a head neck and shoulder one as I do suffer with tension across my shoulders 🙂 #KCACOLS
The place is beautiful! I wish I could enter the giveaway! Thanks for hosting #KCACOLS
Just reading about massages makes me feel more relaxed. What a lovely looking salon. We’re up in London a couple of times before the summer so fingers crossed I’ll be able to leave the girls with Mr TB for an hour and have a relaxing massage 😉 #KCACOLS
Oh Wow I am super jealous. I would love nothing more than a massage right now. I am always super tense due to the anxiety but also so sore with heaving the kids about and my fibromyalgia flaring up. Infact I might have to treat myself and get one booked! Thanks for hosting! #KCACOLS
This looks lovely! Will definitely need to check them out next time I head to London. I am off for a massage tomorrow and I cannot wait! Desperate for some me time.
Azaria #KCACOLS
I love a good massage it’s such a treat. The four hands one sounds amazing!! I’ve not had one since the baby was born so maybe I need to treat myself xx #KCACOLS
I wish I wasn’t in the States – bit far to go 😉 In all seriousness, I’ve always been curious about massages but I’m body-shy so I never go. For some reason I have it in my head that only young people with perfect bodies get massages. I really do have to get over that, because the sound of an aromatherapy massage is heaven.
I am SO entering this, i suffer really bad with tension in my shoulder blades so would love a good massage to sort me out for a while #KCACOLS xx
I absolutely love massages and this sounds interesting.
Looks like a lovely, relaxing place. I really hate being massaged (weird, I know!), but OH has been going on about wanting one for ages as he is having a lot of trouble with his back and shoulder muscles. #KCACOLS
Sounds like absolute bliss! And what fantastic photos #KCACOLS
Oh wow the Thai Kosai looks AMAZING!!! I love the colors & it looks like such a relaxing place to have a massage & unwind. Fab review lovely x #KCACOLS
Oh this looks gorgeous! We so rarely get any time to do anything like this. Glad you had a lovely time! #KCACOLS
I could so do with a head, neck and back massage! So glad you enjoyed it ) #KCACOLS
The Deep Tissue Massage would be great for me.
That looks like a beautiful spa and super relaxing. Sounds like you had a lovely time…
I have never heard of this type of massage but sounds wonderful X #kcacols
This sounds sooooo good! And the Salon looks great! Sounds like you had a wonderful time. Kathy xx #KCACOLS
This sounds fantastic, I’m very envious! I’ve never had a professional massage, would like to some day! #KCACOLS
Sounds amazing Franca! I am really struggling with the juggling act at the moment – and desperately need a massage like this but it is so hard as I have no one to look after Arthur during the week on the days I am not working! Before I fell pregnant I was seeing an osteopath weekly because of a back injury so I really need to make the effort to go before it gets really bad again! Looks lovely and hope you feel more rested now X #kcacols
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Just sounds amazing, would love a full body massage!
Oh wow this sounds amazing! Reading this I almost feel sleepy ha! The last time I had a massage was when I was pregnant, so it seems an age ago. I’m kicking myself that I didn’t plan something like this for a Valentines Day treat! I would definitely be entering to win this if I lived in London, the place looks lovely xx #KCACOLS
Oh, that looks lovely, and so relaxing. It looks like the sort of place you immediately relax in, so different, and so holiday-ish! I’d love to enter, but it’s a bit far away 🙁
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Would love the Deep Tissue Massage
I have never had such an experience and I think I would be worried at the idea of falling asleep and snoring!
Gosh this would be a dream come true!!
Sounds like bliss! Unfortunately haven’t been for a massage since holidaying in Malaysia and that’s going back 8 years! Many thanks for running this lovely giveaway. I would choose the aromatherapy massage.
I would try the aromatherapy one as well. I had a similar one in Egypt and it was divine!
Thai Aromatherapy Massage would be amazing … and OMG this is just round the corner to where I work .. I am telling all my work friends tomorrow 🙂
I would love an aromatherapy massage to help me relax and de stress thanks for the chance
what an amazing giveaway thank you for this chance! would love a neck massage so tense lol
Four hand massage would be amazing! Definitely an uplifting experience.
I’ve never had a four hands massage before!
aromatherapy massage is lovely
I’d choose the Thai aromatherapy massage
Mrs K would love this!
Thai deep tissue massage, I carry so much tension in my neck and shoulders that I get migraines.
This would be so lovely.
Thai Aromatherapy Massage
As I suffer with a lot of tense muscles and muscle spasms in my back, i would love and benefit from the Deep Tissue Massage!
Four Hands massage.
I would try the aromatherapy one
Would love to try the Thai Aromatherapy Massage
as i’m suffering from aches and pains all over I would like to be pampered beyond belief with a Four Hands Massage 🙂
nice massage centre.