What time of day is best for spa?
It can be before or after a workout, in the morning before work, before bed, or on the weekend with friends. No matter what time of day, give yourself a 15-minute break to relax in your spa. During a full body scrub spa treatment, you will be asked to get changed and lay down on a treatment table. The scrub is then massaged onto your skin by your esthetician and may be followed by a mask. The exfoliating products, dead skin cells, and debris are then rinsed from your body with water.Spa Treatments Offer More than Pampering Deep tissue and sports massage for quick and steady muscle recovery. Custom facials for thicker, oil-prone or shaving-sensitive skin. Scalp and back treatments that target often-neglected areas. Infrared sauna sessions for detox and circulation.Before your spa day, avoid using any harsh skin products that might react with spa treatments. It’s also a good idea to exfoliate a day before, so your skin is primed to absorb the full benefits of any lotions or oils used during massages and treatments.
Should you shower before a spa day?
Yes, it’s courteous to shower before arriving, especially if you’ve been sweating or have applied lotions and perfumes. This ensures a more pleasant experience for both you and the therapist. Since massage oils and lotions are meant to do most of their work during the massage, not after it, you don’t have to skip the shower for fear of washing away skin-friendly oils.Showering immediately after a massage may reduce their effectiveness. Try to wait at least 1–2 hours before showering, unless advised otherwise by your therapist. Also, be mindful of deep tissue massage sessions—your muscles may be tender. A gentle rinse or warm bath later in the day is often more beneficial.
Do I wear a bathing suit to a spa?
Once checked in, you’ll typically change into a robe, leaving your clothes in a provided locker. Underneath, it’s advisable to wear swimwear or underwear, depending on your comfort, the spa, and the treatments you’ve scheduled. For footwear, practicality rules. Slippers or flip-flops are ideal. For most spa treatments, you can keep on your swimming costume or underwear. If you are having a back massage, you can wear knickers. Some treatments, such as Reiki and shiatsu, are done through your clothes.Most spas want you to be comfortable and relaxed, so arrive wearing loose, comfortable clothing like gym clothes, yoga pants and t-shirts. Once you are changed, you’ll be spending most of your time in a robe anyway!For massages and body treatments, ideally you disrobe completely (that means underwear, too). Most spas offer paper panties to wear during body treatments (like scrubs, wraps, or self-tanning)—they don’t cover much, but enough to provide a modicum of modesty.
Do you wear anything under your robe in a spa?
What should I wear underneath my robe? This depends on what treatments you have booked and the facilities you would like to use. In general, you should wear either swimwear or underwear. If your booked treatment requires full or partial nudity, you will be given time to undress before the treatment starts. In general, you should wear swimwear or underwear underneath a robe. You may well spend much of your day switching between the swimming pool, jacuzzi or steam room, so it makes sense to have your swimwear already on.Most people wear a well-rinsed swimsuit in a hot tub—ideally one that’s free of detergents, lotions, or fabric softeners. Some choose to wear older swimwear or dedicated “hot tub” clothing, while others may choose to soak nude in a private setting. Whatever you choose, comfort and cleanliness are key.