Raindrop TechniqueⓇ Essential Oil Massage
What is Raindrop TechniqueⓇ essential oil massage? It is a potent yet gentle combination of aromatherapy, reflexology, and massage techniques to apply nine different essential oils or essential oil blends to your feet and your back.
But honestly, I think the best answer is, “It’s a total experience.” That’s because for me, and for those who have experienced it as my clients, a verbal explanation of what Raindrop is just doesn’t do it justice. So, while I’ll go over what to expect and a few other FAQ kind of things, I’m going to focus on the experience—the feeling—in this blog post.
How does the Raindrop TechniqueⓇ make me feel? How does it make you, the client, feel? How do I perform Raindrop TechniqueⓇ? What makes this offering from LL Coaching unique–and how does it align with our mission?
Why do you provide Raindrop TechniqueⓇ sessions as an energy coach?
For me, the smell of essential oils evokes a deep feeling of peace, calm, safety, and even nostalgia. I grew up in a home that used just as many natural remedies and essential oils as Western medicine and remedies. Personally, I have been using essential oils every day in some manner or another for over a decade now. And I believe in the power of plant medicine to support our bodies’ natural abilities to heal, regenerate, and thrive. The more we are able to live in harmony with our own bodies and the earth, the better I believe we will feel and heal.
Raindrop TechniqueⓇ is a method of essential oils application to the feet and back with the intent to provide a relaxing, aromatic, and nurturing environment in which the body can begin to heal and realign itself to health.
Thus, providing the Raindrop TechniqueⓇ meshes seamlessly with my other offerings at LL Coaching. In addition to the physical application of 100% pure therapeutic grade essential oils to the bottoms of the feet and to the back and spine, Raindrop TechniqueⓇ works within the energetic fields of our bodies to align us to the highest frequency we are ready to accept and live within. In short, Raindrop TechniqueⓇ supports you connecting to your body + soul.
Raindrop TechniqueⓇ invites me, as I am preparing the space for the client, to create a sacred space and energy to allow for healing to occur. When I accept this invitation, I bring myself into a higher frequency and alignment, allowing me to hold that space for the client when they arrive. As the practitioner, I do not do the healing for the client–but I provide the safe and elevated environment that allows the client to heal to the level of their readiness. This is the same principle that guides our Reiki sessions at HWYC.
While I follow the Raindrop TechniqueⓇ steps pretty closely, I allow for the client’s needs and my intuition to guide the session, altering the oils used or how I approach a certain part of the session to best suit the individual client. After all, we are all on our own unique journeys and what one person might need is likely different, even in one small way, from another person.
At LL Coaching, we believe in supporting your personal journey with services and offerings that support your body + soul’s alignment. Everything we offer, including Raindrop TechniqueⓇ, extends the invitation to you to connect more fully and deeply with your body and soul.
how will a raindrop techniqueⓇ session make me feel?
For those who have received Raindrop TechniqueⓇ from me thus far, I have seen the deep relaxation in their bodies, the relief on their faces afterwards, and I have felt their energetic bodies relax and realign to their highest potential. They have told me how relaxed they feel, how at ease; some have shared they feel energized, too; many have experienced an emotional release with the session. Those who receive Raindrop sessions regularly have even reported an increased resilience to stress—they are better able to respond rather than react to stressors.
As the practitioner, I feel more relaxed and aligned after completing the session, too. The aroma, the small sense of ritual in the way that I apply the essential oils, the beautiful energy I get to work in all combine to provide an amazing experience not just for the client but for me, as well. I love that we get to heal together in our shared time.
As I continue to grow in my practice as a holistic wellness practitioner and Raindrop TechniqueⓇ provider, I will continue to evolve how I offer Raindrop and how I can customize it to what a client’s particular needs might be at the time. What do you need support with? Book your session and let me know. I can customize to meet many different physical and energetic/spiritual needs to support you in your healing journey.
What should i Expect in a Raindrop TechniqueⓇ Session?
Your appointment is about an hour long. This includes filling out a treatment waiver form, getting on the massage table, the massage itself, and a short debrief with me at the end of the session.
The first time you come in for a session, you’ll complete a couple of forms; future sessions will start with a short review of what you had completed in case of any changes. We also chat briefly about anything you may want specifically addressed in the session so that I can customize it if needed.
Then, I’ll leave the room for a couple minutes so you can disrobe from the waist up, remove shoes and sock, and get onto the massage table, face-up. Once you’re ready, I’ll re-enter and we’ll begin your session.
I start each session inviting in our souls—our highest selves—to work with you and support your relaxation and healing. I apply a special blend of essential oils to my hands, neck, and collar bone before inhaling it and offering it to you to inhale. Then, I move to your feet. I gently pull on and shake your legs, grasping your heels, to lengthen you out on the table and set the stage for relaxation.
After rubbing another essential oil blend on the bottoms of your feet, I hold your feet with a comforting pressure for about 5 minutes. During this time, I am working energetically, creating a space that holds the frequency of love and harmony. Your body and soul will automatically tune into this frequency and, to the extent that you are willing and able to, match that frequency. Your innate ability to match this frequency is what starts to align your body to the healing frequency created. No matter what your experience or ability to work with energy is, you will benefit from the environment created.
Once that is complete, I apply several single essential oils to the bottom of each foot using reflexology points that correspond to your spine. Then, I ask you to turn over and put your face in the face cradle so I can start working on your back. I apply a carrier oil blend (neutral oils, such as coconut and other vegetable, nut, or seed oils) to your back and neck before starting to apply the essential oils. This helps prevent skin irritation and allows for easier absorption of the oils into your skin.
From about 6 inches above your back, I drop 3-8 drops of each essential oil onto your back, feathering and fanning them out along your back, one at a time. Some oils also use additional techniques to work the oils into the muscles on your back or along your spine. I end the essential oils application with a few minutes of light to medium massage on your back, neck, and shoulders, before asking you to once again turn over to face up.
To complete your session, I sit at your head and perform an occipital pull, generating a gentle rocking motion through your body, continuing to relax your entire body and spine. We finish the Raindrop TechniqueⓇ with deep inhalations of the essential oils used during your session, my hands cupped just above your face.
Your session is now at it’s end and I’ll leave you in the room to take your time getting up and dressed. Once you’re ready, I meet you back in the room and make sure you have a small glass of water. It is vital to drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol or other substances that are hard on the body for the next 24 hours.
What Are the Essential Oils Used in the Raindrop TechniqueⓇ Session?
I use 100% pure, therapeutic grade essential oils either from Young Living or another equally reputable brand. My goal is to always ensure the quality and potency of the essential oils I use, regardless of which brand I use.
The list below is what I typically use in a Raindrop TechniqueⓇ Session. The essential oil blends are Young Living brand names so what you see in the studio for your session may vary slightly based on the brand I am using at the time. If you have questions, please ask at the time of your session.
Oregano: Antiviral & antibacterial
Thyme: Antiviral & antibacterial
Basil: Antispasmodic & headache relief
Cypress: Improves circulation
Wintergreen: Anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and analgesic
Marjoram: Relaxes muscles, lowers blood pressure
Sage: Antifungal & anti-inflammatory
Peppermint: Antispasmodic, “pushes” in the other essential oils
Aroma Siez™ essential oil blend: Relaxing & soothing; Contains: (Ocimum basilicum† (Basil) oil, Origanum, Majorana† (Marjoram) leaf oil, Lavandula angustifolia† (Lavender) oil, Mentha piperita† (Peppermint) oil, Cupressus sempervirens† (Cypress) leaf/nut/stem oil)
R.C.™ essential oil blend: Decongestant, antimicrobial, & soothes breathing; Contains: (Eucalyptus globulus† leaf oil, Myrtus communis† (Myrtle) oil, Origanum majorana† (Marjoram) leaf oil, Pinus sylvestris† (Pine) leaf oil, Eucalyptus radiata† leaf oil, Eucalyptus citriodora† oil, Lavandula angustifolia† (Lavender) oil, Cupressus sempervirens† (Cypress) leaf/nut/stem oil, Picea mariana† (Black spruce) leaf oil, Mentha piperita† (Peppermint) oil)
Valor® essential oil blend: Balance & align the energy field; Contains: (Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Picea mariana† (Black spruce) leaf oil, Cinnamomum camphora† (Camphor) wood oil, Tanacetum annuum† (Blue tansy) flower oil, Boswellia carterii† (Frankincense) oil, Pelargonium graveolens† (Geranium) flower oil)
White Angelica™: Cleanses & strengthens the energy field; Contains: Prunus amygdalus dulcis (Sweet almond) oil, Citrus aurantium bergamia† (Bergamot) peel oil, Commiphora myrrha† (Myrrh) oil, Pelargonium graveolens† (Geranium) flower oil, Santalum album† (Sacred Sandalwood) wood oil, Cananga odorata† (Ylang ylang) flower oil, Coriandrum sativum† (Coriander) seed oil, Picea mariana† (Black spruce) leaf oil, Melissa officinalis† (Melissa) leaf oil, Hyssopus officinalis† (Hyssop) leaf oil, Rosa damascena† (Rose) flower oil
V-6 Vegetable Oil Complex Carrier Oil (Fractionated coconut oil, Sesame seed oil, Grape seed oil, Sweet almond oil, Sunflower seed oil, Wheat germ oil, & Extra virgin olive oil)
Ortho Ease Massage Oil (Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba) seed oil, Persea gratissima (Avocado) oil, Limnanthes alba (Meadowfoam) seed oil, Vitis vinifera (Grapeseed) oil, Lycium barbarum (Wolfberry) seed oil, Oryza sativa (Rice) bran extract, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) leaf extract, Helianthus annuus (Sunflower) extract, Tocopherol, Mentha piperita† (Peppermint) oil, Juniperus osteosperma† (Juniper) oil, Eucalyptus globulus† leaf oil, Cymbopogon flexuosus† (Lemongrass) oil, Origanum majorana† (Marjoram) leaf oil, Thymus vulgaris† (Thyme) oil, Eucalyptus radiata† leaf oil, Vetiveria zizanoides† (Vetiver) root oil, Eugenia caryophyllus† (Clove) bud oil, Lavandula angustifolia† (Lavender) oil, Copaifera officinalis† (Balsam copaiba) resin)
†Premium essential oil
How Often Can I get a Raindrop TechniqueⓇ Session?
This is a great question. I get asked this, or “how often should I get one?” a LOT. Of course, the answer is all dependent on YOU, the client. Everyone and everyBODY is different. First, let me ask you a question: "What is it that you need support with? Creating/returning to a state of health, or maintaining a state of health?”
If you feel your body needs support becoming healthy, then I would recommend more frequent sessions, up to once per week, until you feel your body has reached a state of health. Then we would simply move your session frequency into a maintenance regimen.
If you feel your body simply needs support in maintaining its state of health, I recommend a session once monthly or even less frequently, based on your personal self-care factors. Sometimes people find it easier to maintain the health of their bodies and sometimes they find it takes more work. If you feel that your body needs more support in maintaining health, then let’s get you scheduled for more frequent sessions. If you don’t need as much support, then setting up less frequent or even “as needed” sessions would be a great plan for you.
Who Should Not Get a Raindrop TechniqueⓇ Session?
While I wish I could say that Raindrop TechniqueⓇ is for everyone, I can’t. Why? Because the essential oils I use in the session are potent and have incredible medicinal properties that may not be appropriate for you if you have certain medical conditions or are taking certain medications.
Now, the list below is not all-inclusive, and also, just because I list something you have below doesn’t mean you automatically shouldn’t get a Raindrop session. If you have something on the list, you are welcome to contact me and discuss your situation so I can assess more fully whether Raindrop would be safe for you. However, please use your best judgment—and consult your care provider(s) if you are uncertain. I cannot take responsibility for how the essential oils interact with your body or any medications, supplements, or substances you may be taking.
Children under the age of 14 years old
Pregnant people
People with compromised immune systems
People allergic to any of the essential oils used or allergic to aspirin
People with skin issues, such as dermatitis or eczema
People with significant scent sensitivity
People taking blood thinners
People with a seizure disorder
Please keep in mind that while I do apply a carrier oil on your back in the session to help dilute the oils as they contact your skin, I do apply the essential oils directly to the soles of your feet without a carrier oil. This typically does not cause an issue as the skin on your feet is not as sensitive as the skin on your back, but you are also welcome to request the addition of a carrier oil at any point during your session.
Skin sensitivity reactions to the essential oils are rare but may occur. If they do, I will immediately stop application and instead apply more carrier oil to further dilute the essential oil. Some redness at application sites may also occur, which is normal and should dissipate within minutes to a few hours.
wHAT EFFECTS i SHOULD EXPECT AFTER RECEIVING A Raindrop TechniqueⓇ SESSION?
After a Raindrop TechniqueⓇ session, many experience a deep sense of relaxation. Others may experience energization. You may experience increased resilience to stress, improved overall well-being and health, improved immune system response, and less tension in your body.
Please drink plenty of water for 24-48 hours after your session. With the application of essential oils to the bottoms of your feet, where the largest pores in your body are, you may experience a detoxification effect, making the need to hydrate and rest that much more important.
Everybody will have a different experience and taking care of yourself to allow for integration of the work done in the session will be important. You may also have a different experience each time you receive a Raindrop TechniqueⓇ session as your body is constantly changing and evolving.
There are many accounts of amazing, miraculous results from Raindrop TechniqueⓇ sessions that you can find online, as well as cautionary tales. I encourage you to make the choice that most aligns with your own personal needs and desires, rather than relying on others’ potentially conflated stories posted online. Always do your own research and trust your own body’s experiences.
