It relaxes the scalp and helps tome up the subcutaneous muscles, helping to relieve headaches and eye strains. It also stimulates scalp blood circulation, which helps to strengthen and improve the texture of the hair and delay the stages of graying. 

The massage removes toxins and it can also help with sinus problems, hay fever and some allergies.

Three of the major " chakras" or energy centres are located in the head: crown, the brow (or 3rd eye) and the throat chakra. Head massage helps to balance and stimulate these vital energy centres, promoting a sense of well being, relaxation and positive energy.