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Review of Sen
21 May 07, 21:25
Second Time Unlucky 
I love massages and was expecting good things from Sen on the Kings Road. I first went several months ago and wasn't impressed but thought I'd give it another go as I walked past and it caught my eye again.
The premises are very slick and well decorated with a modern Chinese feel to them. The receptionist was pleasant and got me a session immediately which maybe should have set the alarm bells ringing given it was 1pm on a Saturday and typically that would mean pre-booked appointments only.
I went for the 20 minute Quick Massage for Stress which focusses on the shoulder, back and neck areas and costs £30 which is pricey even for Chelsea. The massuse didn't communicate with me to ask about pressure levels or anything like that. The massage was was on a table and felt awkard from the start because the massuse seemed to spend a lot of time trying to focus on my back when I was laying on my front which is quite a difficult and uncomfortable feat involving her ramming her hands beneath your back. I didn't find it relaxing or destressing although she did manage to work a few knots out of my back.
I think Sen is probably very good at accupuncture because that is its core business and the massage options feel as though maybe they have just been tagged on as an extra revenue earner. I won't go back for a massage as I'd rather hop over the road to Reflexions who do good chair massages (althought they are mainly focussed on reflexology).
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Review of Reflexions The Reflexology Shop
20 May 07, 09:10
So Much Better Than Shopping 
The entrance to Reflexions is tucked away just off the Kings Road on a tiny little courtyard. The receptionist is extremely friendly and works magic at finding you an available spot that works for you. Be warned though, weekends get very busy so be sure to call ahead in advance.
The place is very small so when you walk in you'll probably be whispered too as to not disturb the other clients. I normally go for a an hour of reflexology which costs £43 and after about 10 minutes I'm usually asleep! They have great chairs which rock back and the reflexologists know exactly what they are doing. Once they've finished they'll generally give you a health overview and highlight any problems such as stress which they picked up from the treatment.
They also offer regular massages in the chair but to be honest understandably its the reflexology which really sets them apart.
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