Thai massage in London, traditional compared with sensual

The key difference

Traditional Thai massage in London is a clothed therapy using stretches and pressure, while sensual Thai massage is an intimate style that has little in common with it apart from the name. The same two words are used for both, and that is the source of a good deal of confusion, and sometimes real embarrassment. Knowing which you are looking for before you book saves everybody a lot of trouble.

This guide explains both honestly. Escorts Love is an escort agency and we do not provide therapeutic treatments, so if you are looking for the traditional kind, the first half of this article should point you in the right direction.

Traditional Thai massage

Traditional Thai massage has roots going back centuries, and it is linked to Buddhist temple medicine, especially at Wat Pho in Bangkok, a famous centre of teaching. UNESCO added it to its list of intangible cultural heritage in 2019. You stay fully clothed in loose clothes, usually lying on a padded mat on the floor, and no oil is used in the classic version.

The therapist uses thumbs, palms, elbows and sometimes feet to apply pressure along lines of the body, and moves you through assisted stretches. People often describe it as being like having yoga done to you. It can be vigorous and at times uncomfortable, and many people find that they feel looser afterwards.

Finding a real therapist in London

London has many good Thai massage shops, from Soho and Chinatown to the suburbs. Check reviews, look for a clean and open shop front, and look for a therapist with recognised training. Massage premises in most London boroughs need a licence from the local council, and a good place will be happy for you to ask about it.

Do not ask for anything sexual at a therapeutic shop. It is disrespectful to people doing skilled and physically hard work, and many Thai therapists are heartily tired of being asked. If you have a back problem, osteoporosis, a recent injury or are unsure for any reason, talk to your GP first, as a vigorous massage is not suitable for everyone.

Sensual Thai style massage

In sensual massage, Thai style generally means a meeting with a lady who is Thai, or who has picked up some techniques from Thai massage, and it may be mixed with body to body massage or soapy massage, which is popular in Thailand. There is no fixed definition, and nothing is standardised. Do not assume a lady has formal training unless she tells you so.

You can browse by background on our nationality page, and each profile lists what a lady enjoys. A lady's nationality tells you where she comes from, and it tells you nothing about what she does or does not do, so please do not make any assumptions on that basis, and avoid stereotypes. She is a person, not a travel brochure.

Consent and health

Whichever style you choose, the same respect applies. An escort's rate pays for her time and companionship, and it does not promise any specific result. Each lady decides what she is comfortable with and can say no at any time. In a therapeutic setting, you should also speak up if a stretch hurts, because a good therapist will always adjust the pressure.

Bear in mind that close contact can pass on some infections, and massage oil can damage latex condoms. Should you and a lady decide to go further, use condoms and wash off any oil first. Free and confidential testing is available at NHS sexual health services, and it is a sensible habit if you are seeing new partners.

How to book

If you want a clothed therapy, go to a licensed shop or a qualified mobile therapist. If you would rather spend time with a lady who enjoys sensual massage, see our guide to erotic massage in London and browse massage on our services pages. Then call us with her name and a time, and we check she is free, confirm the price and arrange the rest. Rates start from £200 for incalls.