Nataline and Chase Oelkers, owners of The Tox in Uptown Houston, created a tranquil space for both clients and themselves. "Our why is deeply personal. We experienced profound loss- losing a brother and two dear friends who meant everything to us. Those moments changed the way we see health, time, and the importance of truly caring for our bodies. Losing friends and family puts life into perspective. It was time to invest our heart and soul into something we could build together as a couple in their honor and as business owners that could help promote health and wellness,” explains Nataline.
“Natural holistic wellness was always important to us. But, it became more important after seeing our loved ones battle cancer and struggle with heart-related issues,” Nataline explains. “When we learned the origins and philosophy of The Tox, we knew it aligned with our dream of starting a business together and promoting healthy living. Creating a space for natural, holistic wellness lets clients address digestion issues, strengthen immunity, and promote healthy lymphatic flow.”
Designed to sculpt and rejuvenate, The Tox signature body-sculpting method combines targeted movement and bodywork to support the body’s rhythm and de-bloat, leaving clients feeling invigorated and sculpted. Their licensed estheticians focus on a single modality, allowing them to excel in lymphatic treatments. Nearly 90% of these treatments are performed by hand, making the team at The Tox highly skilled in their craft.
Clients visit The Tox seeking relief from water retention and to stimulate healthy body function. After lymphatic therapy, many clients report improved digestion, reduced water retention, and enhanced blood circulation. “Pregnant women come for relief from pregnancy aches and pains; plastic surgery patients seek post-operative care; brides prepare before their wedding; and models schedule treatments ahead of photo shoots. Men are increasingly pursuing lymphatic treatments and becoming a bigger percentage of the Houston location’s clientele. “Our clients are curious about ways that natural remedies and techniques can improve the quality of their lives.” Clients can choose a full-body session or a sculpting facial.
After treatment, Nataline advises clients to exercise or use the sauna to help maintain healthy circulation and water flow, and to avoid alcohol and processed foods for a couple of weeks.
Most clients initially return every two weeks, then monthly to sustain the benefits of lymphatic treatments. Currently, Nataline and Chase offer a new client special: a complimentary 40-minute facial with the purchase of a body detox to encourage curiosity about both therapies.
Clients who receive sculpting facials notice improvements in the jawline and a natural glow from increased blood flow. “I’ve seen patients walk out of here with natural blush,” says Nataline. “Many people don’t realize facial treatments can support digestion and overall body flow,” she says.
While the purpose of a massage is to promote relaxation, a Body Detox treatment helps push out and remove excess fluid. “Clients feel lighter when they finish a treatment because of the water loss,” Nataline explains.
The Tox also offers products that help clients continue pursuing a healthy lifestyle at home and prolong the benefits of treatment. Each product is organic and natural, containing only the necessary ingredients. Products include caffeinated body lotion to help the body drain, facial oil, facial suction cups, sculpting tools, drainage patches to help decrease water retention, and detox and lymphatic tea and gummies.
The Oelkers purchased The Tox’s Houston Uptown location from its previous owners and reopened it in September 2025. Since then, it has been thriving. “Our employees give us purpose, and helping them build better lives matters to us,” Nataline explains. “Whatever goals they pursue — whether a wedding, a car, or supporting their children — we want to help.”
Encouraged by the success, Nataline and Chase plan to launch two more Houston-area locations. Sugarland is set to open in May 2026, with a Woodlands location to follow. thetoxtechnique.com
The Tox treatments help the lymph nodes release excess water, enabling the body to move more freely.