At KAILO Medispa, we believe in treatments that care for the whole person — body, mind, and spirit.
That’s why we’re so thrilled to welcome Ilario, a deeply experienced and intuitive therapist whose path through health, aromatherapy, and mental wellbeing makes each of his treatments a one-of-a-kind experience.
With a wellness journey spanning over three decades, Ilario brings not just skill, but soul to the table (or massage bed). He began his career in 1992 with a strong foundation in aromatherapy, later developing his own signature treatments, launching a skincare brand, and running a clinic in Melbourne that became a haven for healing.
His work is rooted in the Micheline Arcier technique, a structured blend of Swedish massage, acupressure, lymphatic drainage, polarity therapy and essential oil application, where every step is intentional, and every treatment begins with a personalised blend of oils based on your needs in that moment.
After navigating a challenging recovery from knee surgery, Ilario expanded his care into mental health, supporting neurodivergent young people, trauma survivors, and those living with dual disabilities. His experience is rich, layered, and deeply human, and now, it’s infused into every massage, ritual, or facial he delivers at KAILO.
A Multi-Sensory Approach to Massage & Rituals
At KAILO, Ilario offers a range of therapeutic experiences : from relaxation and deep tissue massage to lymphatic drainage, reflexology, and our luxurious body and face rituals. Every session is infused with the intention to reconnect guests with their bodies and their breath.
What makes Ilario’s treatments unique is his mindful presence. He begins many sessions with paced breathing and body scanning techniques, inviting guests to gently shift out of overthinking and into awareness. His approach is both clinical and creative, weaving in guided visualisation, essential oil therapy, and even hot stone placement for deeper grounding.
Aromatherapy as an Artform
For Ilario, aromatherapy isn’t just a technique : it’s a lifelong passion. His knowledge of essential oils runs deep, down to their molecular structures and how they interact with the body’s systems. But more than that, he understands the emotional, sensory, and spiritual power of aroma, how scent can stir memory, soften the nervous system, and invite healing.
A Therapist Who Sees You
What guests love most about Ilario is his ability to hold space. He listens attentively, validates gently, and offers care that meets you where you are. “My intention,” he shares, “is always to help guests move forward in their day, uplifted, reconnected, and restored.”
Whether you see him for a 30-minute massage or a full ritual experience, you’ll walk away not just feeling better in your body, but also more grounded in yourself.
A Neurodivergent Lens and a Deeper Level of Insight
Ilario is also openly neurodivergent and a proud participant in the Autism Queensland employABLE program. His diagnosis helped him make sense of a lifetime of being beautifully different, and today, it informs how he works, communicates, and supports others.
He brings colour, creativity, and a warm honesty to his conversations, and helps us all understand how to better support each other, with realness, not assumptions.
Through his lived experience, he offers something rare in the wellness world: a deep, embodied understanding of how nervous system regulation, trauma, and sensory overwhelm play out in real time, and how massage, aromatherapy, and presence can be powerful tools for healing.
At KAILO, we’re honoured to support Ilario’s journey and to offer a safe space for all neurotypes with curiosity, respect, and openness.
Ready to experience Ilario’s magic?
His treatments are now available for booking at KAILO.
Trust us, this is care on a whole new level.
Why This Post Feels a Bit Different:
Ilario is neurodivergent (Primarily Autistic), and the way he thinks, feels, and writes is beautifully intuitive and often colourful—literally and creatively. You might notice a different rhythm or tone in his words, and that’s intentional. We believe in honouring each person’s unique way of expressing care, energy, and wisdom.
