With the holidays right around the corner, now’s the time to start thinking about what to get everyone. Opt for something functional, like a full-body massage, as trendy clothes will go out of style, and the latest gadget will be outdated by a new version next year. Here’s why an hour of pampering is the perfect holiday gift for everyone on your list.

3 Reasons to Gift Full-Body Massages This Holiday Season

1. Relieve Stress

From hosting relatives and dinner parties to budgeting for gifts and balancing work, there several reasons for stress to spike at the end of the year. Gift the busy bee in your life a certificate for a full-body massage so that they can unwind after the holidays. Massage therapy reduces stress hormone levels by more than 30% while simultaneously increasing mood-boosting hormone levels by about 30%.

2. Promote Relaxation

If some of your loved ones never take time for themselves, they’ll have no choice but to relax upon receiving a massage certificate for the holidays. During the treatment, they’ll be reminded about how important self-care is and will appreciate having the chance to slow down. Massages are the ideal gift for overwhelmed parents, busy professionals, ambitious students, and dedicated athletes.

3. Ease Discomfort

Everyone has daily aches; they stem from hours sitting at a desk, doing laborious yard work, or standing all day. If you know someone who’s experiencing tired joints and muscles, give them a certificate for a full-body massage so that they can alleviate the discomfort. Massage therapists use kneading motions to stimulate circulation, bringing nutrient-rich blood to problem areas—in particular, treatments are effective at relieving back, neck, hand, and knee pain.

If you want to gift full-body massages to your loved ones this holiday season, get them a certificate to Kama’aina Massage and Foot Spa in Honolulu, HI. Conveniently located near the Ala Moana Shopping Center, this locally owned spa offers a broad range of treatments, including Swedish, Thai, and shiatsu massages. View their full list of treatments online, and call (808) 352-6144 to inquire about gift certificates.