Garra Rufa fish are exotic pedicurists. Found naturally in hot springs near Kangal, a small town in Turkey, they have been softening and cleansing the skin of bathers for centuries.
Originally, two brothers stumbled across these clever little masseurs one day whilst dipping their feet in a hot spring. They enjoyed the sensation so much they returned, day after day, until one of the brothers who suffered from skin problems, noticed the symptoms disappearing, and the word spread about their unique healing powers. The rest, as they say, is history.
Our dead skin cells may sound like an unappetising diet, but for fish that thrive in hot water up to 43 degrees centigrade, where nothing of much nutritional value can survive, a bather dipping in a toe is a welcome feast. In an unusual reversal of the food chain, the fish spa treatment is mutually beneficial to you and the fish. They feed while you have your skin exfoliated. It is believed that Garra Rufa fish secrete an enzyme, diathanol that improves skin regeneration.
It is also claimed these marvellous little fish can also stimulate acupuncture points helping to regulate the nervous system, relax the body and release tension. Your blood circulation and flow is also greatly increased during the treatment.
Their suction-cup mouths are perfectly shaped for gently lifting dry skin away, without damaging the healthy new cells underneath - revealing soft, supple and smooth skin for you. More importantly, fish therapy is a completely painless process. Most people find it pleasurable, a tickling, almost tingling sensation something akin to a light massage.
We also offer a range of complimentary massage treatments after the fish have finished with you! Using our own organic products we pamper your feet and hands to leave you feeling totally invigorated and refreshed.
If you feel in anyway nervous about the treatment you are welcome to come in and discuss with our friendly and well trained staff, we'll even let you dip your hands in to try before you experience the full treatment.
