Business Details
42 Years
experience
Luxury Mobile Massage & Sunless Tanning Services
Celia Of Santa Barbara has been providing elite wellness services since 1984, combining decades of expertise with intuitive healing techniques. Our founder, Celia Schmidt, is a licensed and certified massage therapist with specialized training in lymphatic therapy and SunFX spray tanning. We offer mobile and in-studio services tailored to individual needs, emphasizing therapeutic relaxation, detoxification, and skin health. Our team includes additional certified massage therapists for couples, groups, and spa parties. We prioritize client comfort through flexible scheduling, personalized consultations, and evidence-based modalities like Swedish, deep tissue, and lymphatic drainage massage.Our sunless tanning uses premium, chemical-free solutions for natural-looking results. With a focus on accessibility, we serve homes, hotels, and private events across Santa Barbara and surrounding areas. Our commitment to quality is reflected in 40+ years of practice, professional affiliations, and consistently positive client feedback. We maintain rigorous hygiene standards and invest in advanced equipment like the Lymphstar Pro for optimal outcomes. Our services cater to individuals seeking stress relief, injury recovery, and safe tanning alternatives without UV exposure.
Services
Massage Therapy
Lymphatic Drainage
Sunless Tanning
Spa Parties
Gift Certificates
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of combined experience in therapeutic massage and lymphatic therapy
- Certified Lymphatic Therapist using Lymphstar Pro advanced technology
- Mobile services available 7 days a week across Santa Barbara region
- Premiere Cosmeceutical tanning solutions with zero harmful chemicals
- Customized treatment plans combining multiple massage modalities
What people say
Best massage therapist
Natural-looking tan results
Professional and caring
Effective lymphatic therapy
Reliable mobile service
Services
Massage Therapy
Customized therapeutic massage combining Swedish, deep tissue, and acupressure techniques to relieve muscle tension, reduce stress, and improve circulation. Sessions adapt to individual needs through pre-massage consultations. Ideal for chronic pain management, injury recovery, and general wellness maintenance.
Lymphatic Therapy
Specialized treatment using manual techniques and Lymphstar Pro technology to reduce inflammation, detoxify the body, and boost immune function. Particularly beneficial for post-surgical recovery, arthritis, and chronic swelling conditions. Sessions include personalized evaluations to target specific lymphatic system needs.
Sunless Tanning
Custom airbrush tanning using odorless, chemical-free solutions for natural-looking, streak-free results. Available in light, medium, or dark shades to complement all skin tones. Mobile service includes portable booth setup for privacy, with options for at-home or studio applications.
Spa Parties
Full-service mobile spa parties for weddings, birthdays, and special events. Includes massage, tanning, and beauty treatments for groups of all sizes. Customizable packages with discounted rates for parties of five or more attendees.
Gift Certificates
Customizable gift certificates for massage, tanning, and lymphatic therapy services. Available in specific session durations or monetary denominations. Non-expiring certificates make ideal gifts for holidays, anniversaries, and special occasions.
People
Celia Schmidt
Owner & Lead Therapist
Licensed Massage Therapist with 40+ years of experience specializing in therapeutic massage, lymphatic therapy, and sunless tanning. Certified by Santa Barbara School of Massage and Center for Lymphatic Health. Combines technical expertise with intuitive healing approaches.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We provide mobile services in Santa Barbara, Montecito, Summerland, Goleta, Carpinteria, and surrounding areas including Ventura and Thousand Oaks.
Do you offer gift certificates?
Yes, we provide customizable gift certificates for massage, tanning, and lymphatic therapy services with no expiration dates.
What massage techniques do you use?
We combine Swedish, deep tissue, acupressure, shiatsu, and lymphatic drainage techniques tailored to individual needs during each session.
Is spray tanning safe?
Our SunFX solutions are 100% odorless, chemical-free, and dermatologist-tested for safe, natural-looking tanning without UV exposure.
How long do appointments last?
Massage sessions range from 60 to 120 minutes. Spray tanning takes 10-15 minutes with immediate drying time for convenience.
Can you accommodate large groups?
Yes, we organize spa parties for weddings, birthdays, and events with multiple therapists available for groups of any size.
