Hi all! 

Today I am sharing my experience receiving an ASMR Massage. Mid-July, my family went to the Gold Coast to celebrate my daughter’s 7th birthday (see more here). However, it was also an opportunity to give my sister an early 40th birthday present. She wanted to try an ASMR Massage experience and lucky for us, the only woman to offer that service in the whole of Australia, was only an hour’s drive from where we were staying. We drove to Neeka’s house for a 90 minute session each. Without further ado, let’s get into it! 

Note: Thank you to my sister for finding Neeka in the first place and allowing me to use the photographs she took for this post. 

1.) WHAT IS ASMR? 

ASMR stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response, which is a tingling sensation some people experience in response to specific audio or visual stimuli. It is often associated with wellbeing and feelings of relaxation. For further clarification, go online. There are thousands of examples on YouTube and TikTok. 

2.) HOW DOES AN ASMR MASSAGE WORK? 

This is not a traditional remedial or relaxation massage. It is a gentle, sensory-based experience, designed to calm the nervous system. We were required to fill out a form prior to our session, outlining exactly which services we would like to receive. For a 90 minute session, we got to select 4/5 options. I chose a.) Back, Neck & Nape, b.) Face Massage, c.) Arms, Hands & Décolleté and d.) Scalp & Hair. The fifth option was Tingles & Textures, which includes soothing textures and sounds. We were also given a long list of ambient noises to choose from. I went with ‘Ocean Sounds’ to play in the background. From the jump, I was impressed by how customisable everything was. I could even opt for cooler or warmer temperatures. Neeka will ask if you’re comfortable being filmed for her social media (check that out here), so if you see a camera in her room, that is why. 

3.) WHAT TOOLS/OBJECTS DOES SHE USE? 

Neeka uses a wide variety of tools and objects in her sessions. It will all depend on what you opt for prior to commencement, as to what you end up experiencing. For my experience, she started with feathers on my back, then proceeded to use metal fingernails (amazing – check out her Instagram to see them in action) and then hair curlers that scrunched around the nape of my neck. During the face massage, she used a jade roller that helped unclench my jaw and gentle oils for the hands/arms. When it came to the scalp and hair, Neeka used a combination of large brushes and smaller combs to trigger different sensations. That was my favourite part! 

4.) WHAT WERE THE HIGHLIGHTS? 

The massage bed! Neeka uses a super warm, fuzzy blanket that immediately relaxed my body the minute I went under it. I would’ve paid just to nap in that bed! I also really appreciated Neeka adapting the session to suit my needs. She knew I liked to be warm, so she turned the temperature up and popped hot stones on my back. I never fall asleep during massages but I came pretty close during this one! I also loved the hair/scalp part. Having my locks brushed so gently was very nurturing, not to mention, felt amazing. It was so different to anything I had ever experienced. I would absolutely do it again and plan to someday. 

5.) HOW COULD IT BE IMPROVED? 

Neeka is extremely gentle, which will suit a lot of people. I personally prefer more pressure. She does outline this in her form prior to the session, so if you know that going in, you won’t be disappointed. Also, it went too fast! Next time, I will opt for 120 minutes. Other than that, I only have glowing reviews. It is absolutely worth your time and money if you enjoy ASMR. For those that are curious, yet unsure, just know it is extremely tame. She won’t chew food or whisper in your ear. It is a great way to dip your toe into ASMR and the sessions can be tailored to suit your needs.

Note: Neeka will only see females. Her practice is at her house, so for safety reasons, she will not accept male customers. 

Thank you so much for reading. Please go check out Neeka’s page and show her some love! If you’re in the area, book an appointment. You won’t be disappointed!

Peace & Love xoxo