Hi, I’m Monika.

In my daily work at Seks, I shape, stretch, roll, knead, twist, and massage, turning dough into sourdough bread and pastries.

When I’m off, pretty much I do the same — but in my tiny kobido room. It’s my word-of-mouth retreat project, a space to calm down. No flour — just faces and bodies.

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kobido

kobido is one of the oldest facial and body massage techniques in the world, often called the “ancient path to beauty.” It originates from traditional Chinese medicine and was brought to Japan around the 15th century, where it developed into a unique therapeutic ritual. It is founded on the principle that true beauty comes from a harmonious balance between the body, facial muscles, skin, and nervous system. The technique combines deep muscle massage, lymphatic drainage, acupressure and relaxation techniques.

  • 60-70 min / 750 dkk

    Kobido as natural face lifting method uses complex and intensive techniques to reach deeper layers of the skin and facial muscles, comparing most facial massages that work only on the skin’s surface. The human face contains nearly 50 muscles, and kobido acts as a micro-workout for them. Regular sessions help strengthen these muscles, improve skin elasticity, and maintain a lifted, firm facial contour.

    The massage stimulates microcirculation, supports natural regenerative processes, and stimulates the formation of collagen and elastin, helping to preserve a youthful appearance as natural production decreases with age.

    Kobido is a deep combination of traditional Japanese medical concepts and advanced manual techniques. It is characterized by fast hand movements and precise finger work and is performed at the edge of comfort, combining intensity with therapeutic effectiveness.

    Effects

    • improves blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, helping nutrients reach the deeper layers of the skin

    • tones and firms the facial muscles, helping to prevent sagging and reduce the appearance of wrinkles

    • supports detoxification by removing impurities and dead skin cells, restoring balance and improving overall skin condition

    • relieves stress and fatigue, promotes relaxation, and may help with insomnia, headaches, sinus issues, asthma, allergies, and bruxism

    • supports healthy digestion and may improve eyesight

    • reduces puffiness and dark circles under the eyes

    • oxygenate the skin

    • stimulates natural collagen and elastin production

    • enhances skin tone and gives the complexion a healthy glow

    • releases muscle tension, softening expression lines such as frown lines, crow’s feet, forehead lines, and marionette lines

  • legs 70-80 min / 850 dkk
    waist 45 min / 550 dkk

    This deeply restorative ritual delivers visible results in a completely non-invasive and gentle way. Even after a single session, the body appears more sculpted and toned, with a noticeable reduction in cellulite and localized fat deposits. The skin becomes firmer, smoother, and more radiant. Beyond its visible effects, kobido body massage promotes deep relaxation, improves circulation, and helps release accumulated stress and tension, restoring harmony to both body and mind.

    Stages of the massage

    • deep tissue massage

      This stage focuses on lengthening, smoothing, and relaxing the connective tissues, improving both the condition and appearance of the skin. At this stage, we work on both the deep and superficial fascia, which connects with other tissues such as muscles and bones. The superficial fascia is located in the subcutaneous layer and covers the entire body, containing blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, and nerves.

    • lymphatic drainage

      The purpose of this stage is to improve lymph circulation within the lymphatic system. This is achieved mechanically by moving lymph fluid and clearing the lymph nodes. As a result, the transport of water and minerals is improved, the body is очищed of accumulated toxins and metabolic waste, and swelling is reduced. Lymphatic drainage is especially beneficial when the skin is loose or lacks firmness.

    • lifting (slimming and body contouring)

      This stage focuses on sculpting the body (thighs, buttocks, and abdomen), stimulating blood circulation, improving nourishment of the tissues, and increasing firmness. The work is performed manually and enhanced with the use of bamboo sticks to intensify the effect.

    • capillary therapy (cupping massage)

      Using vacuum cups, excess fluids and toxins are removed, adhesions are loosened, connective tissue is strengthened, and circulation in stagnant muscles and fascia is increased. Cupping causes strong blood flow to the treated areas and may lead to the rupture of tiny blood vessels. For this reason, the skin is first warmed up, and suction begins at 50%, gradually increasing to 100%. Even on sensitive or vascular skin, cupping stimulates and accelerates regeneration. This allows more oxygen and nutrients to reach the tissues while supporting detoxification and natural repair mechanisms. Depending on the level of vacuum pressure:

      • lighter pressure promotes drainage and reduces excess fluid

      • stronger pressure stimulates blood and lymph circulation, relaxes connective tissue, and releases adhesions

    Effects

    • improves metabolism

    • supports fat burning, reduces cellulite, and lifts the buttock

    • helps remove toxins from the body

    • sculpts and contours the body

    • strengthens muscles

    • improves blood and lymph circulation (lymphatic drainage) and helps prevent degenerative changes

    • relieves muscle pain and tension

    • supports weight loss and may help with depressive and anxiety states

  • face 200 dkk
    waist and upper arms 200 dkk
    thighs and buttocks 200 dkk

    Kinesio taping was developed in the 1970s by Dr. Kenzo Kase and gained worldwide recognition after the Olympic Games in 2008 and 2012, when it was widely used by professional athletes. Originally applied mainly in physiotherapy and sports medicine, kinesiotaping is now successfully used in aesthetic and wellness therapies.

    Aesthetic kinesiotaping supports natural lifting effects, helps reduce muscle tension, and improves lymphatic drainage in areas such as the face, neck, décolleté, waist, buttocks, and legs. It is most often applied after a massage to extend and enhance the results of the treatment.

    Dynamic taping techniques allow the therapy to work both preventively and therapeutically. During application, clients usually experience a pleasant feeling of muscle relaxation.

    Thanks to its sensory effect on the skin and fascia, the tape helps increase awareness of habitual muscle patterns in everyday life. It gently lifts the skin, creating more space between the skin and underlying tissues, which supports fluid flow and improves microcirculation. As a result, kinesiotaping helps reduce muscle tension, swelling, and bruising while promoting tissue nourishment and revitalization.

  • Being in the hands of Monika was delightful. I was surprised that although she only treated my face and chest, it felt like my entire body had been massaged. What I can't believe, is that after 1,5 week, the fine lines between my brows are still dramatically diminished.

    - Sasia

  • I’m not sure if it’s Monika’s personal aura or her gift for putting a piece of herself into everything she does, but having a massage from her felt like a gentle journey through my body and mind. My muscles melted under her attentive touch, and my head, usually buzzing like a bee on espresso, finally learned to simply be present. After the massage, I felt like a lighter, more grounded version of myself, and with the delightful sense that someone had truly seen me - not just with their hands, but with their full, warm presence.

    — Iwona

  • Monika gave me a lower-body focused treatment. Afterwards my leg circulation felt noticeably better, and the nagging pain I’d had from sleeping on my side was relieved. The session was deeply relaxing. I felt truly cared for and in capable hands. I would highly recommend her!

    — Emily

  • I've had the chance to put myself in Monika's hands twice, and it was a truly amazing experience. The facial massage was so relaxing that I completely drifted off. Monika has incredible talent and knowledge. She creates a safe space where you can relax and feel like you're in another world. The abdominal massage was a step outside my comfort zone, but I couldn't have been in better hands. Monika made me feel safe and very comfortable. And the results of the massage are amazing! I wholeheartedly recommend Monika. It's the best gift you can give yourself.

    — Marta

  • The kobido facial massage I experienced with Monika was my first encounter with this type of treatment. I had heard about it from friends and read about its benefits and expected effects, but I didn’t anticipate such a moving and multi-faceted experience. After an hour-long facial massage, I woke up feeling younger and relaxed, with a looser jaw, which translated into a good night's sleep. My main complaint is muscle tension, especially around my shifting jaw, and thanks to this massage, the tension eased. The puffiness on my face also disappeared, and this effect lasted for several days. My skin was oxygenated, smooth, and firm. For me, it's not just about smooth skin; I wasn't just pleased with the results. The massage itself was a total blast. I can't remember when I felt so relaxed, cared for, and less stressed. It was a moment of true tranquility, a moment free from the constant rush of thoughts, a moment of forgetting the world, simply being. It might sound cliché to some, but it was truly regenerating, inside and out. And if you add to this the moving power of the cosmetics and oils used, the background music, and the positive energy I simply felt during the massage, one thing is certain, I will definitely be back. I have no idea what magic Monika uses, or maybe it's not magic, but incredible power in her hands.

    — Paulina

  • During Monika's treatment, I felt very comfortable and safe from the very first moment – ​​I'd never used such services before, so it was important to emphasize this. Monika's calm and focused approach allowed me to completely relax and surrender to the moment. With each passing minute, the tension in my face began to melt away, and I felt as if my entire body, not just my face, was relaxing. I felt as if every muscle that unconsciously tenses up every day was finally able to rest. During the massage, I experienced a deep sense of peace. At times, I felt like I was drifting off, and it was very soothing and regenerating. The movements were firm, yet gentle and attentive. I felt truly cared for and treated with great professionalism and passion. After the treatment, I was very satisfied and delighted with the results. My face gained a healthy glow, was visibly more radiant and full of life. Its color returned, and my skin looked fresh, as if it had been oxygenated and rested. The contours of my face appeared lifted, and my features smoothed. Best of all, this feeling of lightness and freshness lasted for several days after the treatment.

    — Iza

  • I had a wonderful facial massage experience with Monika. The treatment was incredibly pleasant and clearly personalized to my needs. After just one session, I saw a noticeable and fantastic difference in my face - it looked more lifted, relaxed, and refreshed. It’s especially great for relieving tension in the face, scalp, and neck - areas where so many of us carry stress without even realizing it. Highly recommended if you’re looking for visible results combined with deep relaxation.

    Kim

  • As a big fan of skincare and non-invasive facial treatments, I was already familiar with the Japanese Kobido facial massage. Having prior experience, I simply decided to book an appointment and… I didn’t expect such a huge difference compared to the places where I had previously had Kobido done. Everything was performed with incredible focus - deeper, more professional, and more precise. A whole new level of experience! The time I spent having Kobido with Monika was an hour of deep relaxation, tension release, and pure pleasure, as there was absolutely no discomfort or lack of sensitivity. After the treatment, the face is oxygenated, lifted, sculpted, and glowing. The stimulation of the inner cells allows high-quality products, tailored to the skin type, to absorb beautifully, leaving deep hydration and soothing comfort. After Kobido, you can immediately go for a nice walk and enjoy an instant glow-up! When repeated regularly, the treatments significantly improve skin firmness and reduce lymphatic swelling - not only on the day of the massage. It was amazing! ✨ belly I decided to try Kobido for the abdomen due to my tendency toward significant lymphatic swelling around the waist and lower abdomen. Because of endometriosis and hormonal imbalance, water retention builds up in my body and slightly affects the shape and proportions of my stomach area. This was my first abdominal massage ever - and it was absolutely the right decision! The lymphatic swelling was reduced, the abdominal muscles became more defined, and my waist was visibly slimmer. After the massage, Monika stabilizes the muscles with special hypoallergenic kinesiology tapes that do not irritate the skin. As a bonus, for the next few days you get a sort of abstract art piece straight out of contemporary art on your body. However, this is not only about the visual effect - significant tension in the body, especially around post-surgical areas and in places where endobelly accumulates, was soothed, massaged, and properly cared for. Highly recommend!

    Kate