What kind of aromatherapy massage is offered at The Umstead Spa?

  1. Aromatherapy massages at The Umstead Spa use a selection of indulgent organic oils that help soothe your senses as well as your muscles. The oils are from Absolutely Natural and consist of a grape seed oil base that’s warm and smooth on the skin.

    Before your treatment begins, you’ll be given five different scents to choose from: lavender (for relaxing); sandalwood (for grounding); ruby grapefruit (for energizing and refreshing); peppermint (for awakening senses and energizing); and arnica (for muscle aches). Choose your favorite, and let the soft scent whisk you away.

  2. Our organic aromatherapy massage oil line is from Absolutely Natural. The base is grape seed oil, which is a great medium. We offer five different aromas. Lavender, which is good for relaxing; Sandalwood, which is good for grounding; Ruby Grapefruit, which is good for energizing and refreshing; Peppermint, which is the most popular will wake your senses and energize; and Arnica, which is good for those muscle aches.