Thai massage is a dry, clothed technique originating in Thailand that combines acupressure, passive yoga-like stretching, and rhythmic compression along the body's energy lines (called sen lines).

You remain fully clothed in loose-fitting garments provided by the spa. No oils are used. The therapist uses their hands, thumbs, elbows, knees, and feet to apply pressure and guide the body through stretching positions.

Sessions typically last 60 to 120 minutes. The experience can feel intense, particularly if the therapist works deep into shoulder, hip, or lumbar points. Always communicate your pressure preference at the start of the session.

Swedish massage is the most widely practiced massage style in the world. It uses warm oil and a series of long, flowing strokes (effleurage), kneading (petrissage), and circular friction movements to relax the muscles and improve circulation.

You undress to your comfort level and are draped with a towel or sheet throughout the session. The therapist works on one area at a time, keeping the rest of the body covered. The experience is generally calming and predictable — ideal for first-timers.

In Manila, Swedish massage is offered at most mid-range and premium spas. Well Being Nature Spa in Makati is the highest-rated Swedish-style spa in the city, with 3,144 reviews at 4.9 stars.