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The
sea stones are very smooth having been washed for
a very long time by the sands and waters of the
Pacific Ocean. The rocks are 100% natural and
have not been varnished, pre-oiled, machine
tumbled, or used yet for massage -- they are
straight from the beach to you.
Additionally, these stones are harvested from a
pristine, remote beach in the Pacific
Northwest.
Every stone is hand-selected
and only the most perfectly symmetrical,
balanced, and smooth stones are chosen. Perfect,
symmetrical, balanced stones are very important
for hot rocks massage for the following reasons:
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When the stones are
symmetrically weighted and balanced they take up
and disperse even amounts of heat;
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The smooth balanced shapes lay
most closely and comfortably on the massage
recipient;
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Smooth, symmetrically shaped
stones can be used during the middle part of the
massage as "tools" -- this is very
beneficial to the recipient who receives deep
healing work, and also to the masseuse because it
saves some of the strain on the wrists; and
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Symmetrical, balanced stones
are also very necessary for practices such as La
Stone Therapy -- because only these perfect
stones can create the essential symmetrical
layout which facilitates the energy balancing and
healing work.
This set of massage stones
is comprised of black basalt/metamorphic
quartzite rocks from the Columbia River Basalt
Flow, the second largest basalt flow on earth.
Photos generally do not portray how extremely
smooth the stones are. The rocks are very dense
and heavy which facilitates the retention of more
heat for longer periods of time.
With experience, you will
find that often a person's body will seem to draw
the heat off the stones almost completely and
very quickly. You will therefore
begin to see how important it is to have some of
the larger, heavy stones to work with -- as these
are the stones which of course hold the most heat
for the longest periods of time.
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The stones
change to a black hue when they are wet
or
when they are oiled for use in massage.
Once
the stones have been used with oil even once
they
will forever after that appear black, even after
they are cleansed.
Below are photos
of the same group of stones before
and after
being oiled.
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Here
is a group of stones
right from the beach
which have
not yet been washed or
oiled
They are pictured 100% natural.
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Here
is the same
group of
stones
once they have been washed
and
oiled just once!
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There are various ways
to heat the stones for use (and cool them for
cold treatments). It is not necessary to
buy real expensive heating devices, when a large
heavy duty crock pot or large kettle on a
portable heating plate will work actually much
better. I recommend heating the stones
using the hot water method (ocean water, river
water, or tap water with sea salt added in) -- or
cooling them in the freezer/refrigerator.
Some people suggest heating
them in the oven or microwave, HOWEVER I do NOT
recommend the oven, and especially DO NOT
recommend microwaves as a method of heating the
stones. From what I have learned through
research there appears to be the potential for
stones to explode when heated in the oven, and
especially in a microwave -- (Apparently it
actually depends on the exact mineral composition
of each particular stone as to whether it would
be prone to "exploding" -- but since
none of us are really in a position to know the
exact composition of each stone, it is probably
safest to not use the oven as a heating method in
my opinion).
I have NOT had any
reports of exploding or cracking stones from
anyone who has purchased my sets of seastones
which are very high in basalt and quartzite
content -- but I have heard of this from other
stone sellers, so felt it was important to
mention here.
The only other equipment
you really need are tongs to remove the hot rocks
from the water, possibly a simple cooking
thermometer that will tell you how hot the water
is, some towels, and oil. Once you read the
information I include with each set, you will
have everything you need to begin working with
the stones right away, and for just a little
extra money beyond the price that you pay for the
stones and shipping.
Using heated rocks for
massage and healing has been occurring for
thousands and thousands of years and is recently
experiencing widespread revival. It is a soothing
and natural addition to the usual massage
routine.
The stones can also be used where
cold therapies are needed by cooling the rocks in
the freezer and using them in place of
ice.
Additionally, I also provide
continuing communication, support, and
information even after your purchase once you
have received your stones and start working with
them. I am very committed to seeing that
everybody has the most positive experience
possible working with their stones, so I gladly
stay in touch with you via email for however long
you need in order to be able to answer any
questions which may occur to you in using your
stones.
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The
stones are not washed or oiled prior to shipping for
several reasons:
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If they were pre-oiled you would really have no way
whatsoever to know for sure whether or not they were
"used" stones.
--
If the stones have been pre-oiled and then sit around
in hot shipping boxes, in warehouses, in hot UPS or
USPS trucks during transport, etc., that oil on the
stones is going to go rancid from the heat and
confinement, so you will be delivered a set of rancid
smelling, largely contaminated stones -- So
unfortunately pre-oiling has a huge potential to
instead become a breeding ground for germs and
rancidity to grow. Not a good idea at all
really.
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The stones I sell have flecks of quartzite and pyrite
in them which are most visible prior to the stones
being oiled. So I like to recommend that when
you first receive your stones, prior to cleaning and
oiling them, take them outside (and if you have a
magnifying glass even better) and study the tiny
little "tan patches" in the sunlight and
you will discover amazing beautiful crystalline
worlds right there on the surface of many of the
stones. These tiny small patches do NOT
interfere in any way with how smooth the stones are
overall, and the little patches are not nearly as
visible once the stones are oiled the first time.
So this is something you would want to do prior to
oiling the stones. I highly recommend doing
this. It will provide you an even deeper
appreciation of the healing potential of these
stones.
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Another reason not to pre-oil stones is that some
folks have allergies to certain types of massage oils
(nut derivatives especially, i.e., coconut oil,
almond oil, etc.) so it is preferable not to oil them
ahead of time until you know who will be using them
and whether or not they have sensitivities to certain
oils. Some folks also have negative reactions
to scents and aromas which might be present in
certain massage oils, so that is to be considered as
well prior to oiling them. I recommend using a
non-scented, non-nut oil based massage oil when you
do oil them the first time. Any scents in the
oil will remain with the stones for a very long time
thereafter, so I recommend that if you wish to use
aromas, perhaps you consider using aromas through
other avenues of delivery rather than directly on the
stones, and let the stones remain unscented.
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Some stone massage traditions especially from Asian
countries do Not oil the stones at all -- they rather
feel that the just ever so slightly textured surface
of the stones, if handled correctly, will increase
circulation and toxin release better if Not oiled, by
allowing slightly more resistance on the skin
surface, and more exfoliation -- so they simply do
not use oil with their method of stone massage, so
they definitely would not want pre-oiled stones.
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Some folks will oil the smaller "working"
stones, but not oil the larger heat and weight
placement stones. So again, here is a
preference folks develop on their own if given the
chance of receiving stones straight from the beach.
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Most people will want to handle and get to know their
stones and prepare them for use for themselves.
It gives one the opportunity to fully examine and get
to know the stones, and it gives you a beginning of
handling the stones and becoming familiar with what
they feel like when they are cold, hot, wet, oiled,
and so forth -- which are the crucial and most
important things to become familiar with prior to
beginning a stone massage on a recipient. Many
people will have their own little ritual or welcoming
for the stones into their practice as well, so by
providing very freshly gathered stones directly from
the beach to you, you will be receiving the most
natural and "nature" charged stones
available.
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It will become important to sometimes set your stones
out in the elements/weather/sunshine/ moonlight, and
let them rest and renew their energy fields in what
ever kind of climate and weather you live and do
massage in. The more you handle and work with
the stones, and the more they are renewed and
acclimated to your environment, the more closely tied
you will be to them as an essential part of the
therapies you will have to offer. The stones
can afford profound comforting results for the
fortunate people receiving stone therapy.
If
you have any questions or would like additional
information
please email
I have
been selling hot stone sets since January 2001. There
are a limited number of sets available from time to
time. Availability depends on the churning ocean and
how many perfect rocks it turns up to be found.
I
personally gather these stones, they are not imported
from somewhere else or bought in bulk at some cut
rate discount price from somebody who does not care
where they come from or how they will be used.
Buttercup and I gather each and every stone and we do
our very best to always show our gratitude to the
earth for its wondrous healing gifts each time we go
sea stone harvesting.
Also, we
often travel several hundred miles to harvest the
stones so we can alternate between over a dozen
different pristine remote beaches to gather these
stones, so that no one beach ever becomes
over-harvested. We recognize the importance of
leaving more perfect stones behind than what we
gather. It would never be okay to take so many
that one day there would no longer be perfect stones
on the beach. Consequently I only fill
individual orders, and I have time and again turned
down requests and opportunities to sell in bulk or
large quantities to any one person or business.
My focus is to sell intentionally gathered sets of
sea stones to individuals who will use these stones
to their very best healing potential.
Here are
excerpts from my positive feedback for the hot stone
sets:
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"I
can't say enough good things! Fantastic, friendly,
helpful! Wow!"
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"Fabulous
stones!-Wonderful customer care!-Great
transaction!-Recommended! A+"
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"The
stones were great, I rec'd great feedback from
clients, will pur. a 2nd set!"
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"Wonderful
SeaStones! Great Transaction!! Thanks !!!"
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"excellent
seller, good communication, fast delivery,
AAAAA+++++"
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"Excellent
service, very pleased with stones, thank you so much"
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"Excellent
seller - would purchase again A+++++++Lots of heavy
smooth stones"
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"Absolutely
wonderful to deal with!!!!Awesome stones!!!!Very
knowledgable!!!"
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"Nicest,
friendliest vendor I've ever dealt with! Highly
recommended!! A++++++++"
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"Incredible
Stones! Incredible to work with. Very conscientious
and prompt."
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"Wonderful
customer service, beautiful stones! Customized order
@ a great price!"
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"Smooth
transaction item as described with perfect
instructions. A+"
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"Great
stones, fast shipping, simple transaction, great
communication A+++++"
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"quick
response,A+++++++!!!!!!!"
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"Got
my stones. And MUCH concern and communication from
the seller. A++++++++++++"
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"Wonderful,
efficient, caring seller. Feel like I've already had
a massage."
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"Great!
Great support after. Will buy again. Beautiful rocks.
A+ packaging"
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"Fabulous
all around. Highly recommend to all"
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"Love
the stones, Fast delivery, good communication"
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"Excellent
product and friendly exchanges! Highly Recommended!"
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"the
product arrived timely. will definitely use this
seller again AAAA++++"
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"Great
packaging, wonderful stones. Very caring seller. I'll
be back! AAAA+++++"
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"Wonderul
woman to do business with!
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"Very
nice woman! My first online buy was easy because of
her! AAAA+++++"
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"Fantastic
communication, a five star seller! A++++++++"
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"Beautiful
stones!!! Love them!!! Seller is GREAT!!! Highly
recommend her!!!!"
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"very
nice communication, nice stones -- Thank you!"
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"spectacular
item - Thanks again and again"
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"Love
the rocks!! Fast Shipping, just as described! Thank
You so much! A+"
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"Excellent
transaction. Great communicator. Really cares!"
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"A+++
Excellent Service."
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"Excellent
response, would buy from again"
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"Product
as represented. Very prompt delivery. Good
communication"
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"Highly
recommended. Product exceeded my expectations. Seller
very attentive."
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"Beautiful
Stones, Outstanding service-Highly recommend"
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"awesome-
rocks really hold the heat well- great to deal with-
thank you!"
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"Extremely
helpful! Wonderful lady!"
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"Super
great communication, great product...A+++++"
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"Wonderful
service A++++. Super fast & great product, I love
my rocks!!!!!!!"
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"Speedy
transaction, excellent communication, great stones!!
Highly recommended!"
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"Great
transaction.received beautiful stones as
promised.excited to try them."
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"Awesome
experience. Stones are amazing. Service was excellent
in all ways."
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"She
worked very hard to get me the perfect set. Wonderful
person. A++++++++."
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"Great
product, service!!!! Excellent communication A+++++"
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"Great
transaction! Wonderful personality!! Thanks, so
much!! Donna"
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"great
seller, definitely recommend, fast and smooth
transaction, A+++"
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"Geat
Lady! Great Rocks! Great Service! Great Buy! Bid
Now!"
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"U
can buy with confidence! Very much a pleasure to
purchase from; great seller!"
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"Very
polite & caring dealer, the stones she hand picks
have very positive energy"
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"Wonderful
transaction, very smooth! Great product!!! Thanks so
much!!!!AAAAAA+++"
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"Seller
is so helpful and polite, goes extra 10 miles for
you. Great deal!"
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"Great
Preson, would do business w/ this seller again."
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"A++
Great selller, prompt shipment!"
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"Great
Communication,Great Product, Excellent to do business
with.Very Pleased!"
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"Quick
delivery, prompt service! The stones are wonderful.
A++++"
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"Excellent
transaction, very accomodating, tremendous product,
highly recommended"
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"Very
nice rocks. Fast shipping. A+++++++++++++Friendly
person"
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"Fast
and Friendly Communication! Highest Recommendation!
Thank you!"
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"Product
was better then described! Extremly Fast Shipping!
Great to do business!"
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"Fast,
easy transaction. Item as described. Highly
recommended. Thanks, Steve"
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"stones
work great, highly recommend"
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"Smooth
transaction, thanks"
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"Bought
some; bought more, loved them, will recommend to
others!! THANKS! Great!"
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"great
transaction....&...communications....AA++"
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"Great
doing business with you again"
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"Thanks!
Great transaction! Fabulous rocks- definitely above
the ordinary A++++++"
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"Love
the stones! Very 'personal'. Good packing!
AAAAAAAAAAAA"
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"Great
buy would do business with again. Thanks."
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"Thanks
so much, I received the rocks and they are perfect"
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"love
the product, good service"
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"gr8
item thanks would buy from again 5 stars"
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"Excellent
communication, product, & service, very pleased
with transaction!"
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"Great
Service, Thank you!"
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& Shipping
to
United States
ONLY
Sorry,
I
am not able to accommodate International orders or
shipping
No INTERNATIONAL ORDERS
Please
email
barrielyn@gmail.com
For
Any Additional Information You Need
Thank You
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