Essential oils are pleasant-smelling substances from specific species of aromatic plants (Box 15-3). The oils are extracted from the leaves or needles, twigs, bark, flowers, fruits, stems, seeds, roots, or sometimes all parts of the plant through various methods. They are used therapeutically by a wide range of healthcare professionals. Essential oils are highly concentrated. […]
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A body wrap is a spa treatment in which the client relaxes in warm sheets and blankets while covered in a therapeutic product like seaweed or mud. A large variety of products are used in body wraps, depending on the goals of the session. Some products are applied for cosmetic effects by estheticians (e.g., cellulite
Chapter 4 describes how massage desquamates dead skin cells, increases local circulation, and revitalizes the body. Exfoliation treatments support these effects when a coarse-textured product or handheld cloth, brush, or mitt is applied to the skin. This brightens the skin by removing the dull top layer of dead cells, causes circulation to increase in the
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Here are full instructions for doing a relaxing spa foot treatment: https://vimeo.com/481742336
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In stone massage, hot and cold stones might be combined with selected massage techniques to produce unique sessions that meet the needs of various clients. Stones are regularly incorporated with massage for relaxation, injury rehabilitation, and energy balance; to apply deep tissue techniques; to apply reflexology techniques, and integrated with many other types of massage.
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Reflexology is a therapy based on the belief that there are points on the feet, hands, and ears that stimulate the function of different body parts, including the glands and organs. It is most often used as a preventive therapy to soothe the nervous system, reduce stress, improve circulation, and create the optimum internal environment
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Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils (aromatic plant extracts) for health and wellness. Essential oils have pronounced, proven physiological and psychological effects on the body and mind and are useful in both wellness and healthcare settings. However, because aromatherapy is a complex art and science, this section only introduces enough information to start using
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Approaches to spa therapy are broad and diverse. While some spa treatments are provided to beautify the skin and are outside the massage scope of practice, many spa treatments have physiological effects in common with massage and enhance a massage practice. A wide range of therapies might be offered in an array of different settings
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Product Application Techniques One of the keys to providing spa body treatments is good product management. In upcoming sections, you’ll learn to apply particular products in a series of steps to deliver common spa treatments like body wraps and salt glows. The video below introduces you to various product application techniques. https://vimeo.com/481742269 Product Removal Techniques
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Spa draping differs from standard draping. Watch this video for instructions: https://vimeo.com/481742288
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