Marble Cold Stone Massage Set (9 pieces) Set includes: 6 Small ovular white marble stones 2 medium ovular white marble stones 1 large ovular white marble stone This set of 9 marble stones is packaged within a blue drawstring bag Stone Massage is a deeply relaxing and healing ancient therapy. It is thought to have existed in many different cultures for more than 2000 years. Healers used hot and cold stones to relax muscles, reduce pain, and to boost a healing process by arranging them along the energy centers of the body. Cold stone massage therapy can: Promote circulation/ encourages blood flowAct as a powerful decongestant for the body Reduce swelling and inflammation due to scar tissue, trauma or injuries to muscles Reduce tension Relieve pain and congestion to blocked sinus areas Relieve puffiness and dark circles to the eyes Improve skin tone to the face Relax and invigorate at the same time Marble is the idea stone choice for Cold Stone Massage Therapy. Marble stones are considered to be the best at retaining coolness, they do not heat up rapidly during a massage, and they can draw heat from the body. Unlike using ice, cold stone treatments using marble stones will not severely desensitise the skin. Cold stones can be used on their own or in combination with heated stones.