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| Spa Review: GLO Spa at Marriott Hartford Downtown |
| 2008-01-03 15:57:57 |
No matter where I go I'm always looking for a good spa. So I was happy to find a little gem called GLO Spa in Hartford, Connecticut, on the top floor of the Marriott Hartford Downtown.The hotel itself is a 22-story high-rise overlooking the Connecticut River, with 409 rooms to accommodate groups using the Hartford Connecticut Convention Center. That means it's a popular spot for business travelers.But I was in Hartford with my Mom to enjoy some of Hartford's most celebrated attractions. The first was Mark Twain's home, a gorgeous 19-room mansion where he wrote his most celebrated books, including "Tom Sawyer" and "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn."Our other stop was Wadsworth Atheneum, the very first art museum in America when it was founded in 1842. I...
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| What Is Microdermabrasion? |
| 2008-01-03 15:53:47 |
Microdermabrasion is mechanical exfoliation that removes the uppermost layer of dead skin cells from the face, chest and hands.For best results, it is recommended you get a series of treatments and use high-tech anti-aging skin care products. The price for a single microdermabrasion treatment usually ranges from $100 - $150, and with a series you might get one free.Benefits of Microdermabrasion * It leaves skin with a fresher, more glowing look.* Diminishes sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores, and coarse textured skin.* It makes it easy for high-tech skin care products to actually penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin and help build collagen, which gives skin its youthful appearance.Other Names for Microdermabrasion Microd...
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| What is Exfoliation? |
| 2008-01-03 15:51:59 |
Spas are always talking about exfoliation. But what is it? Why is it important? And can you overdo it?Exfoliation is the removal of the oldest dead skin cells that cling to the skin's outermost surface. When done correctly, exfoliation leaves the skin smoother and fresher looking. It also makes penetration easier for products like serums that nourish the skin.Exfoliation is an important part of facials and body treatments.There are two forms of exfoliation: 1) Mechanical Exfoliation. The dead skin cells are physically rubbed off with an abrasive. Examples of mechanical exfoliation include a salt glow, a body scrub that might use sugar or coffee grounds, or skin brushing. Products for the face should use small, round, gentle abrasives like jojoba beads...
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| How To Find a Good Esthetician |
| 2008-01-03 15:48:49 |
Facials are given by an esthetician, a skin care specialist who has gone through a professional training program in the field of skin care.Signs of A Good Esthetician* She is impeccably groomed, warm and friendly.* She is a stickler for cleanliness and sanitation. She keeps a clean table and washes her hands before she begins touching your face.* The esthetician gives you a relaxing facial customized to your skin. She can do “extractions” (removal of blackheads, etc.) without causing too much discomfort and is responsive to your needs.* He can answer any questions you have about what he’s doing and why.* The good esthetician follows your lead in terms of how much “chat” there is. It’s your time!* She asks about your home skin care routine and advises you on how to take care of ...
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| How To Have Beautiful Skin |
| 2008-01-03 15:46:57 |
It's not enough to get a facial to keep your skin clear and beautiful. You need to have a great home skin-care routine.Here's are the everyday habits you need to keep your skin beautiful:* Eat a healthy diet with lots of fruits, vegetables and leafy green. Good nutrition is the basic building block of healthy skin.* Drink plenty of water every day. (I fill a carafe to remind myself.)* Get a professional facial to deep cleanse your skin at least four times a year, as the seasons change. Every four to six weeks is ideal.* Throw away the soap and use quality products that are right for your skin type. Discuss your home skin-care routine with your esthetician.* If you can't afford all the skin-care products right away, ask th...
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| What Is Sensual Massage? |
| 2008-01-03 15:45:07 |
Sensual massage is another way of saying that the massage will include sexual contact. Don’t expect to get a sensual massage at a spa. The massage therapists who work at spas are trained in therapeutic massage, which is based on Swedish massage techniques.It is a breach of spa etiquette to ask for sex as part of a therapeutic massage. If you do, the massage therapist will explain that is not the purpose of this massage and continue working. If you persist, they will end the massage.Massage therapists tell me that men usually ask for sex in an indirect fashion by directing them "work higher" when they get to their thighs or "work lower" when they massage their chest. They also ask the therapist to remove the sheet or ask if the therapist does "extras." N...
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| What Is Watsu? |
| 2008-01-03 15:43:22 |
Watsu is a very soothing type of massage that takes place in warm, waist-deep water. Its name comes from a combination of the words “water” and “shiatsu.” It was developed by Harold Dull back in 1980, when he started applying Zen Shiatsu stretches to students floating in the warm pool at Harbin Hot Springs in California.What Happens During a Watsu Treatment? A spa has to have a special Watsu pool heated to the exact same temperature as your body. It should be private and quiet, like any other treatment room. Some spas have outdoors Watsu pools surrounded by walls, with cloth panels overhead to create a combination of sunlight and shade.You and the massage therapist both wear bathing suits. You enter the water and while you sit on a step, she puts floats around your ankles. This hel...
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| What Is Reflexology? |
| 2008-01-03 15:40:44 |
Reflexology is a treatment where the therapist works primarily on your feet. The theory behind reflexology is that there are "reflex points" in the feet, hands and ears that relate to specific organs and glands in the body. Practitioners believe that stimulating those reflex points promotes health in that organ via the body's energetic pathways.When done by a skilled practitioner, reflexology is deeply relaxing treatment with benefits that can be felt throughout the body. (If they're less skilled, you'll just feel like you've had a very long foot massage.) Reflexology can be a good treatment choice for people who want to keep their clothes on during a massage. It is also a good choice if you are pressed for time and don't want to get oil on your body or in your hair.Reflexology was first d...
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| What Is Trigger Point Therapy? |
| 2008-01-03 15:39:24 |
trigger point is a hyperirritable spot that is painful. It is called a trigger point because it "triggers" a painful response.But a trigger point is more than a tender nodule. It affects not only the muscle where the trigger point is located, but also causes "referred pain" in tissues supplied by nerves.Trigger points are located in a taut band of muscles fibers. The trigger point is the most tender point in the band. The therapist will locate and deactivate them using finger pressure. One technique is to pick up the muscle fibers in a pincer grip.What You Should Know About Trigger Point Therapy It is used to treat painful trigger points that cause referred pain.It took a while to get the muscle in that condition, and it will likely take more than one mas...
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| What Is Thai Massage? |
| 2008-01-03 15:37:11 |
Thai Massage is one of the hot “new” massages offered by most spas, but it was actually developed by Buddhist monks in Thailand as a healing modality 2,500 years ago. It uses passive stretching and gentle pressure along the body’s energy lines to increase flexibility, relieve muscle and joint tension and balance the body’s energy systems. It is both deeply relaxing and energizing.Thai massage takes place on a futon mat on the floor, and you wear loose fitting clothing. Some spas, like The Mandarin Oriental, Miami,, provide you with an outfit to wear. Others may ask you to wear something loose and comfortable, like sweat pants. You start by laying on your back, and the therapist uses gentle compression and stretching...
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| What is Shiatsu? |
| 2008-01-03 15:36:20 |
Shiatsu is a style of bodywork developed in Japan. Its goal is to restore the healthy flow of energy throughout the body.Shiatsu is similar to acupuncture, but uses finger pressure instead of needles. Its name comes from two Japanese words -- "shi" or finger and "atsu" or pressure.What Happens During a Shiatsu Massage? For shiatsu, you wear loose clothing. It is usually performed on a mat on the floor. The practitioner will use their fingers and thumbs to apply pressure to specific points on the body's energy pathways, known as meridiens. They often use other techniques such as rocking, stretches and joint rotations.Shiatsu treatment is holistic, addressing the whole body rather than focusing on the one area where symptoms are most obvious.A shiatsu session usually lasts between 45 minutes...
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| What Is Sports Massage? |
| 2008-01-03 15:34:21 |
Sports massage is designed to help atheletes prepare their bodies for optimal performance, recover after a big event, or function well during training.But you don't have to be in the Olympics to benefit from sports massage. Sports massage is also good for people with injuries, chronic pain or restricted range of motion. This is the type of sports massage that you see in the spa.What Happens During Sports Massage?Sports massage is a type of Swedish massage that stimulates circulation of blood and lymph fluids. Some sports massage movements use trigger point therapy to break down adhesions (knots in the muscles) and increase range of motion.There are four types of sports massages:* pre-event sports massage -- a short, stimu...
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| What Is Pregnancy Massage? |
| 2008-01-03 15:31:38 |
Pregnancy massage promotes relaxation, soothes nerves and relieves strained back and leg muscles in expectant mothers, particularly in the second and third trimesters.What Happens During Pregnancy Massage?A pregnancy massage differs from traditional massage in a few different ways. First, the massage therapist will take extra care to make sure your body gets the cushioning and support it needs.When you’re lying on your back, there will be pillows underneath your knees and shoulders. If you’re far along in your pregnancy, you might be positioned in a semi-reclining position, where you’re looking at the wall instead of the ceiling.Pregnancy massage also uses special bolsters with a deep cutout in the center so you ...
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| The Health Benefits of Massage |
| 2008-01-03 15:24:30 |
Are you feeling guilty about getting a massage? Does it seem too self-indulgent? Actually, massage has many important health benefits.Massage can help you maintain physical, mental and emotional well being, especially when it is part of your wellness routine.The Health Benefits of Massage * Massage calms the nervous system and promotes a sense of relaxation and well being.* Massage reduces tension and anxiety.* Massage improves blood circulation, which delivers oxygen and nutrients to the cells.* Massage stimulates the lymphatic system, which carries away the body’s waste products.* Massage prevents and relieve muscles cramps and spasms.* Massage therapy can also help with pain...
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| Planning A Romantic Spa Getaway |
| 2008-01-03 15:19:32 |
A friend of mine planned a romantic spa getaway with her husband but wound up disappointed. Once they checked into the spa, they never saw each other again until it was time to pay the bill!If you want to make sure you really get the romantic spa experience you're looking for at a resort spa or destination spa , ask these questions BEFORE you make your reservations.* Do you offer couples massage? Romantic spas (even day spas ) have special treatment rooms big enough for two people to get a massage at the same time. This service is often a good way to introduce men to massage .* Do you have a couples suite? What amenities does it have? The most romantic spas have lavishly equipped couples suites where you get your treatments together and lounge in private...
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| Spa Travel Tips |
| 2008-01-03 15:13:13 |
A spa vacation is a significant investment. What can you do to make the most of your spa vacation? Here are some spa travel tips that will help you have a spa vacation that meets all your expectations.* There are several different types of spas . Make sure you understand the differences between a destination spa , which offers an all-inclusive "immersion" experience, and a resort spa, which allows you to sample as much or as little of the spa experience as you want.* Find out exactly what the property means by “spa.” You may be thinking a multi-million dollar facility, and they’re thinking a Jacuzzi and one treatment room. Look for photos on their website. Find a description of the facilities, including the number of t...
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| Tips For Enjoying Your Massage |
| 2008-01-03 15:10:58 |
massage is supposed to be a soothing, relaxing experience. So why do so many people arrive at 1:30 for a 1:30 massage? You should be in your robe already! And if you arrive late, in a frenzied state, you might as well have not come. Get there early is the most important tip for enjoying your massage. But there are plenty more. (Hint -- don't eat a big sausage sub right before you get there, and be sure to speak up if you don't like the pressure.Here are some tips adapted from the American Massage Therapy Association to help you enjoy your massage.* Be receptive. Don't eat just before a massage session.* Be on time. If you arrive in a frenzied, rushed state, it will take longer to relax.* If you don't want to remove all your...
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| Spa Week's Bargain Spa Treatments |
| 2008-01-03 15:08:06 |
Spa Week is famous for its $50 spa treatments. Here's what you need to know to get in on it.What Is Spa Week?Spa Week is a promotional event where participating spas offer select spa treatments for just $50.When Is Spa Week?Spa Week takes place in the spring and the fall in many of the U.S. and Canada's major markets. The next Spa Week is October 15-21,2007 for cities and states outside the West Coast. The West Coast Spa Week took place September 17-23, 2007. You can sign up for my newsletter to make sure you don't miss the next Spa Week in the spring.Where Is Spa Week? Spa Week takes place at over 400 spas in 22 markets, including New York City, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Boston, Washington D.C., Virginia, Baltimore, Atlanta, Detroit, Chicago, Dallas, ...
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| Buying A Spa Gift Certificate |
| 2008-01-03 15:05:59 |
Spa gift certificates are a great gift idea for many of the biggest holidays. Almost everyone loves to be treated to a luxurious day at the spa. But there are a few things you should know before you buy a spa gift certificate so you don't get burned.Where can I buy a spa gift certificate? The easiest solution is to buy SpaFinder gift certificates (Buy Direct) , which can be redeemed at more than 3,500 spas worldwide. SpaFinder gift certificates are transferable and have no expiration date when purchased online.It's a good last-minute option becuase they let you print out a gift card, and the actual gift certificate arrives a few days later. You can also send an email to announce the spa gift certificate is coming.If there is one particular spa you wan...
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| The Hottest Spa Deals Now |
| 2008-01-03 15:01:34 |
Looking to save on your trip to the spa? Here are the hottest deals going right now at resort spas , destination spas, and day spas. Be sure to check if tax, tip, and meals are included. Also, there might be restrictions and limited availability.Arizona- JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix is promoting its new luxury Revive Spa guest rooms with the Escape! Relaxation package. It includes one night's accommodations, four spa treatments, breakfast for two and a Revive Spa CD. From $859 Nov. 20, 2007 - Jan 6, 2008.- Miraval Resort, the destination spa in Tucson favored by Oprah Winfrey, has a "Relax and Be Merry" package. Stay three nights and get a fourth night free, Mon. - Thurs. through December 31, 2007. Rates start at $595 per person, per...
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| Best Cheap Destination Spas |
| 2008-01-03 14:58:37 |
Are you looking for a cheap destination spa? There are plenty to choose from, as long as you don't mind modest accommodations.At these cheap destination spas, prices include meals and classes, which are extra at most resort spas .Spa treatments are included in some packages at these budget spas, or you can buy them "a la carte". Spa treatment prices are less expensive than at luxury spas because the facilities are more modest. Prices at the cheap destination spas on this list start at $750 per person per week for people who bunk four-to-a-room at Tennessee Fitness Spa in Waynesboro, Tennessee.Best Cheap Destination SpasBirdwing Spa in Litchfield, Minnesota. Just 70 miles from Minneapolis, this cheap destination spa is ...
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| What Does A Massage Cost? |
| 2008-01-03 14:56:01 |
The cost of a massage will vary, depending on three factors:* where you live.* whether it's a day spa , resort spa or destination spa and how luxurious the spa is.* the type of massage you're getting.Massage Costs Start At $75 an Hour The cost of a Swedish massage generally starts at $50 for a half-hour and $75 for an hour at a day spa in small cities. The cost is higher in larger cities, generally starting around $90 for a one-hour Swedish massage.It may be slightly less if you see a massage therapist in their home, or you're in a very small market.Massage Costs More At Overnight SpasA massage costs more at destination and resort spas. Lake Austin Spa Resort in Austin Texas, for instance, charges $105 for a fifty-minute Swedish massage.Prices are highest...
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| Spa Bargains - Keeping Costs Low |
| 2008-01-03 14:54:46 |
Massages at most spas start at $90 and facials at $75 and higher. Many states have a service tax, and a tip of 15-20% is good spa etiquette. Is there any way to get these services more cheaply?The biggest savings to be had is by going to a school where massage therapists or aestheticians are trained. A facial might be $25, a massage $40. But it won't offer a "luxury" experience, and their skill level will not be as high as a practiced professional.Massage therapists and aestheticians who work out of their home usually have lower fees than a full spa. They don't usually charge tax or expect a tip. Again, you won't get luxury amenities that make a spa an "experience".Destination spas have lower prices in their off-season -- summer in Tucson or winter in Lenox, Mass. Check their web sites for...
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| How Much Does a Day Spa Cost? |
| 2008-01-03 14:53:51 |
Prices at the day spa will vary, depending on a number of factors:* Where do you live? Prices in big cities or major suburbs are usually higher.* How luxurious is the spa? The more luxurious the amenities, the higher the prices.* Is it a resort or hotel spa ? Their prices are the highest. Get your money's worth by scheduling time to relax and use the facilties.Typical Prices At Local Day Spas: * A one-hour Swedish massage is $75 to $90.* A specialty massage like hot stone is more expensive, around $115-$125. It may also run a little longer.* A basic European facial is usually $70 to $90. Adding special masks and serums will make it more expensive.* A half-hour salt scrub is $55. A longer body wrap will cost $80-$110.* A spa manicure is $25 - $35. A spa pedicure is $45 - $55. Spa nail servi...
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| Saving on Your Spa Vacation |
| 2008-01-03 14:52:40 |
Want to save money on your spa vacation? Here are a few tips for getting the best deal.- Look at the the hottest spa deals to find the best deals I've uncovered right now.- Make sure you know what type of spayou're staying at and what's included. Is the price just the room, or does it include meals, exercise classes and a credit toward spa treatments?- Travel off-season. In the Northeast, rates are lower in the winter, higher in the summer. It’s the reverse in the Southwest and Florida.- Stay mid-week for the lowest rates. Destination spas usually have a three-night minimum. A Thursday night arrival will cost more than a Sunday night arrival.- Look for special packages like Girlfriend Getaways, but add up the costs a la carte to make sure you're really...
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| Phuket Spas : Thai massage and body treatment information guide. |
| 2007-12-07 03:32:34 |
Vacation at Phuket SpasHoliday Breaks at Phuket's Most Luxurious Spas Nourish the soul and give your mind and body a complete break in Phuket's tropical garden spas. Recharge and indulge. Exquisite pampering combined with a wide selection of services and invigorating spa treatments that offer personal rejuvenation and massage therapies from Asia and Europe - all designed to soothe your cares away.Le Royal Meridien Yacht ClubLocated in Nai Harn at the southern end of Phuket Island, and with beautiful views overlooking the ocean, the Royal Meridien Yacht Club offers an superb location to reassess and rejuvenate. Take a 5 day Spa Break which includes four 2...
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| Koh Samui Spa & Massage |
| 2007-12-07 03:12:37 |
Koh Samui has always attracted those in search of a place to relax and recharge, with many new age centres established years before Spas became mainstream. The alternative venues with liver fasting and meditation are still around, complemented by an increasing number of sophisticated new Spa resorts, many located in hotels.Asian beauty secrets, traditional massage, de-stressing body treatments...Samui is the place to find them.Spas in Chaweng Beach Something guaranteed to provide a relaxing and indulgent alternative to the beach is a treatment at one of Chaweng's many high-quality Spas. You can find many massage, reflexology and beauty salons scattered along the beach road. Most of these have trained staff and provide ...
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| Spa here! |
| 2007-12-07 03:07:06 |
Ho Ho Ho-liday Hours!Wondering if you can visit us after a long day of Skiing/Riding on your Christmas holidays? The holiday hours have been set for the Radium and Banff Upper Hot Springs. Your muscles will thank you after a long day on the hill! Not skiing? Come in the morning to start your day off right!!Banff Upper Hot SpringsBanff National Park of CanadaThe Banff Upper Hot Springs in Alberta, Canada is a great place to relax and enjoy the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Soaking in this naturally heated hot pool will melt away sore muscles after a long day of hiking, skiing, snowboarding or trail riding. Top off your next mountain adventure with a visit to the Banff Upper Hot Springs or make it a spa vacation.Radium Hot SpringsKootenay National Park of CanadaThe Radium Hot Springs in British ...
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| Spa Travel Tips |
| 2007-12-07 02:57:39 |
A spa vacation is a significant investment. What can you do to make the most of your spa vacation? Here are some spa travel tips that will help you have a spa vacation that meets all your expectations.* There are several different types of spas . Make sure you understand the differences between a destination spa , which offers an all-inclusive "immersion" experience, and a resort spa, which allows you to sample as much or as little of the spa experience as you want.* Find out exactly what the property means by “spa.” You may be thinking a multi-million dollar facility, and they’re thinking a Jacuzzi and one treatment room.Look for photos on their website. Find a description of the facilities, including the number of tr...
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| Spa Glossary |
| 2007-12-07 02:56:07 |
"Abhyanga"Definition:A soothing synchronized massage performed by two therapists pouring large amounts of warm herbalized oil in waves up and down the body. It is an Ayurvedic treatment that is designed to help detoxify the body and restore its balance.Common Misspellings:abhanga, abyhanga"Ayurveda"Definition:A 5,000-year-old Eastern Indian medicinal philosophy that literally translates as "science of life" from the ancient Sanskrit words "ayur" (life) and "veda" (knowledge or science.) In Ayurveda, health is a state of balance between body, mind and consciousness. Ayurvedic doctors diagnose illnesses and imbalances through darsana (observing the way a person moves, walks and behaves); sparsana (touching) and prasna, (asking questions). The goal is detoxification and restoration of one's o...
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| Saving At The Spa Basics |
| 2007-12-07 02:50:39 |
Spa Week's Bargain Spa TreatmentsSpa Week is famous for its $50 spa treatments. Here's what you need to know to get in on it.What Is Spa Week?Spa Week is a promotional event where participating spas offer select spa treatments for just $50.When Is Spa Week?Spa Week takes place in the spring and the fall in many of the U.S. and Canada's major markets. The next Spa Week is October 15-21,2007 for cities and states outside the West Coast. The West Coast Spa Week took place September 17-23, 2007. You can sign up for my newsletter to make sure you don't miss the next Spa Week in the spring.Where Is Spa Week?Spa Week takes place at over 400 spas in 22 markets, including New York City, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Boston, Washington D.C., Virginia, Baltimore, Atlanta, Detroit, Chicago, Dallas, Austin...
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| Choosing A Spa Basics |
| 2007-12-07 02:44:10 |
What is a Mineral Springs Spa?A mineral springs spa has a source of natural mineral water that you can soak in. Mineral springs have been valued for thousands of years for their power to ease joint pain, arthritis, and other physical ailments.Mineral springs may come out of the earth at a tepid temperature and then be heated for bathing. If there is a lot of geo-thermal activity, the mineral water is literally heated by the earth and is called a hot springs. Sometimes the water is so hot it has to be cooled.Mineral springs have naturally occurring minerals and trace elements such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, iron, manganese, sulphur, iodine, and bromine. The exact makeup of the water vares from spring to spring, and many spas post the exact chemical make-up. Different waters a...
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| Spa Treatment Basics |
| 2007-12-07 02:35:25 |
What is Exfoliation?Spas are always talking about exfoliation. But what is it? Why is it important? And can you overdo it?Exfoliation is the removal of the oldest dead skin cells that cling to the skin's outermost surface. When done correctly, exfoliation leaves the skin smoother and fresher looking. It also makes penetration easier for products like serums that nourish the skin.Exfoliation is an important part of facials and body treatments.There are two forms of exfoliation: 1) Mechanical Exfoliation. The dead skin cells are physically rubbed off with an abrasive. Examples of mechanical exfoliation include a salt glow, a body scrub that might use sugar or coffee grounds, or skin brushing.Products for the face should use small, round, gentle abrasives ...
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| Spa Etiquette Basics |
| 2007-12-07 02:26:00 |
Spa Code of ConductWhen you walk through the doors of your favorite spa, sit down in the massaging pedicure chair and stick your feet into the water that isn't quite the right temperature, do you say anything to your therapist?What about if you walk into a treatment room for your hot stone massage and the music is too loud? If the stones are too hot, do you just lie on the table and grin and bear it?You should speak up and communicate your preferences in all these situations, according to A Spa "Code of Conduct" developed by The International SPA Association and Resort Hotel Association.The Spa Code of Conduct spells our you rights and responsibilities as a spa guest so you have a more satisfying spa experience.Here is the Spa Code of Conduct:As a Spa Guest, it is your responsibility to:-C...
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| Best Spas |
| 2007-12-07 02:15:35 |
Top Picks for Best Spas in the United States and CanadaLooking for the best spas in the United States and Canada as a travel destination? These are my top picks for the best overnight spas in the United States and Canada.This list of best spas includes hotel and resort spas and destination spas. (Read more about types of spas .Best spas are listed by state as well as by specialty, like best destination spas or best spas for detoxing.Best Spas By StateBest Spas in ArizonaTop Picks For Best Spas in ArizonaArizona is a spa lover's paradise, with some of the best spas in the country. They're thick on the ground, especially around Scottsdale, Phoenix and Tucson.This list is my top picks for the best overnight spas in Arizona. It includes both hotel and resort spas, where you can sample as littl...
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| The Hottest Spa Deals Now |
| 2007-12-07 01:45:44 |
ArizonaJW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix is promoting its new luxury Revive Spa guest rooms with the Escape! Relaxation package. It includes one night's accommodations, four spa treatments, breakfast for two and a Revive Spa CD. From $859 Nov.20, 2007 - Jan 6, 2008.Miraval Resort, the destination spa in Tucson favored by Oprah Winfrey, has a "Relax and Be Merry" package. Stay three nights and get a fourth night free, Mon. - Thurs. through December 31, 2007. Rates start at $595 per person, per night, and include all meals and activities, one spa service or round of golf up to a $110 value per person, per night, and round-trip transportation from Tucson Airport. Book with the code E4THNT.CaliforniaSilverado Resort in Napa, Ca., has a Spa Girl Package that includes suite ac...
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| Health Resorts & Spas |
| 2007-12-07 01:29:36 |
Experience Thai-Style Natural HealingA massage to restore balance among the elements. A herbal sauna to cleanse and rejuvenate the body. A herbal pack to calm nerves and redirect the energy. All this may sound very New Age in the West, but it has been part of daily life here for centuries.Before the arrival of modern medicine, herbalists filled the dual role of doctor-pharmacist. Originally, village doctors were monks or former monks, since Buddhist temples were the center of learning, not only of religion but of more worldly matters like astrology and medicine as well.Thai traditional medicine holds that the body has four elements: wind, water, earth and fire, and ill health results from an imbalance between them. To remedy an ailment, the village “doct...
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| The 10 Keys to Branding Your Spa & Massage |
| 2007-10-26 16:47:37 |
Do you struggle to attract and retain the right clients for you? Do you yearn to have word-of-mouth renown? In an increasingly challenging market flooded with talented therapists and extremely savvy consumers, discover 10 Keys to developing a brand full of integrity that will inspire you, attract loyal customers, and make promoting your practice effortless.1. Identify your values:This is the most critical step and yet, the one most massage therapists overlook. Do some soul searching and get a crystal clear idea of what matters most to you as an individual first and then as a company. Your values form the base of your business and should influence every decision, from what kind of logo you print on your business cards to the...
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| Spa for personal health |
| 2007-10-26 16:37:34 |
Destination spa A destination spa is a business establishment which people visit for personal health, life enhancement, fitness, personal care treatments such as massages, facials, in a resort setting. Destination spas offer an all-inclusive program that includes facilitated fitness classes, healthy cuisine, educational classes and seminars as well as similar services to a beauty salon or a day spa. Guests reside and participate in the program at a destination spa instead of just visiting for a treatment or pure vacation. Destination spas are often in exotic locations or in spa towns.Resort spas are generally located in resorts and offer similar services via rooms with services, meals, and fitness a la carte.Other types of spas include day spas, club spas,...
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| Spa at home tips |
| 2007-10-19 05:40:43 |
In our popular newsletter, Spa Index News, we share terrific spa at home tips, including easy and affordable "Spa Treatment Recipes." By popular demand, we've gathered those recipes here for easy access.DID YOU KNOW ......that the best time to bathe is when the stomach is empty?...that salted water will help alleviate light-headedness some people experience when soaking in hot water?...that baths deprive you of body fluids, and drinking alcohol before or during a bath increases the dehydration....Any substance applied to your skin, will also be absorbed by it? Choose your cosmetic and beauty products with this simple rule in mind: If you wouldn't eat it, don't wear it or use it on your skin. Use the BEST and freshest ingredients, not the least expensive or t...
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