Head massage therapists in the UK

The two established treatments are Indian head massage (often oil-based, Ayurvedic tradition, works scalp/neck/shoulders/face) and Japanese head massage (typically dry, scalp-focused, relaxation-led). Which suits you depends on whether you want oil and your main goal.

Neither is better — they differ. Indian head massage is traditional and often uses oil, good for tension and stress; Japanese head massage is dry and strongly relaxation-focused, often preferred if you don't want oil in your hair.

Many people book head massage specifically for tension headaches and stress, since it works the head, neck and shoulders where tension builds. Both Indian and Japanese styles are commonly chosen for this.

It depends on the type — Indian head massage often uses oil, while Japanese head massage is typically dry. If you'd rather not have oil in your hair, choose the Japanese style or ask your therapist.