Brazilian lymphatic drainage massage

Brazilian lymphatic drainage is a massage that focuses on cosmetic benefits, like enhancing the skin's appearance and reducing water retention.

Vigorous hand movements and firm pressure are some of the techniques used to stimulate the lymphatic system, helping to reduce cellulite, sculpt the body, firm the skin, and support with post-op healing and care.

Our standard Brazilian lymphatic drainage massage lasts 60 minutes including set up and consultation time, and will target key areas. For a full-body treatment, please choose the 75-minute option.

Your therapist may recommend extending your treatment if they feel you'd benefit from a longer session.

Don't book if:

• You're pregnant; try a specialist pregnancy treatment instead which you can have after your first trimester.

• You have an active infection or blood clots, diabetes, an immunodeficiency disorder, epilepsy, a heart condition or pacemaker, or if you’re taking anticoagulant medicines. If you’d like to go ahead with treatment anyway, you’ll need to get written permission from your GP

The main difference between manual lymphatic drainage massage (MLD) and Brazilian lymphatic drainage massage lies in their approach and purpose.

MLD is a clinical treatment that uses slow, circular, and scoop-like motions to manually stimulate the lymph nodes. This promotes drainage and filtration of lymphatic fluid and is most commonly used to treat conditions such as lymphedema.

Brazilian lymphatic drainage is designed for cosmetic purposes, mainly targeting the skin's appearance and reducing water retention. This version uses more vigorous hand movements and firmer pressure to stimulate the lymphatic system, helping to reduce cellulite, sculpt the body, firm the skin, and support post-op healing and care.

For an at-home Brazilian lymphatic drainage massage, wear comfortable and loose-fitting clothing. Before treatment, your therapist will give you privacy to undress to your underwear and cover yourself with a towel.

Yes, but you can ask for this area to be excluded if you’d prefer. In a Brazilian lymphatic drainage massage, the therapist typically massages various areas of the body to stimulate lymphatic flow and promote drainage. These areas include:

1. Legs and feet: To reduce swelling and improve circulation, especially in the thighs, calves, and ankles.

2. Arms and hands: To help with fluid retention and stimulate lymph nodes in the armpits.

3. Back: Particularly along the spine and around the shoulder blades to encourage lymphatic flow.

4. Neck and shoulders: To target the lymph nodes in the neck and reduce tension.

5. Face: To reduce puffiness and enhance lymphatic drainage around the jawline and cheeks.

6. Abdomen: This is a key area for stimulating the lymphatic system.

Your pro will use a mix of gentle, rhythmic strokes and firmer pressure to move lymph fluid toward the lymph nodes, promoting detoxification and reducing swelling throughout the body.

A Brazilian lymphatic drainage treatment can be for postoperative patients, especially those who have had cosmetic surgery. The treatment is also recommended for those who would like to reduce water retention, swelling or cellulite, or those who would like a relaxing, stress relieving massage.

Our prices reflect the cost of living in each area to make sure Urban pros earn fairly. They also vary by time of day/week:

Off-peak hours:

Monday to Friday: 7:00 AM to 6:59 PM

Peak hours:

Monday to Friday: 7:00 PM to 10:59 PM
Saturday and Sunday: All day (7:00 AM to 10:59 PM)

Brazilian lymphatic drainage massage is available in London and the South East only.