What is a spa date for couples?
A spa date is a type of outing where individuals or couples spend time together at a spa to relax and rejuvenate. This can involve various treatments such as massages, facials, body scrubs, and other beauty treatments. A spa date is romantic as well as relaxing. The pampering of massages, facials, saunas and pools help you connect more intimately as a couple. You are refreshed personally and also get a boost of energy. You both get an entire day off in the lap of luxury, almost like a tiny dream holiday.In truth, a large majority of men probably love to indulge in a spa experience. And why shouldn’t they? Who doesn’t love to be pampered? There are many treatments that are geared towards men exclusively, and with reason, men may love to be pampered but they do sometimes have different needs than women.Naturally, some of us are happier about going on spa days and breaks alone than others. Some of us relish nothing more than time to ourselves, while others are less keen. That’s ok – personal choice and individual preferences are exactly what spas are about.
What happens in a couple’s spa?
A couples massage is typically given by two massage therapists working individually on one person each. What you can expect in a couples massage is relaxing music, dim lighting, a comfortable room, perfect temperature and two massage beds laid side by side. Ultimately, a couples massage is a shared experience – a massage for two people, at the same time, in the same private room, but on two separate massage tables and performed by two massage therapists. The massage therapists will start at the same time and coordinate the treatment for the couple.Most couples report feeling more connected and intimate after a massage, so take advantage of this time to talk or simply enjoy each other’s company. Once you’re dressed and ready to go, the therapist will give you a brief rundown of what they did during the massage and any aftercare instructions.The first rule of massage therapy is to ensure the comfort and safety of the client. This includes creating a comfortable and relaxing environment, using proper techniques and pressure, and communicating effectively with the client to ensure that they are comfortable with the massage.Dress down to your comfort level. Most people dress down to their underwear for the first time, while others are completely fine being naked under the massage blanket. A massage is all about your comfort, so do what feels right for you and your body.
Do you tip at a day spa?
Gratuities Standard tipping is between 15 – 20 percent. Day spas often supply envelopes for tipping. If you had more than one therapist, you should tip each of them separately. Sometimes gratuity is included, but more often than not, it isn’t. Because a massage therapist or aesthetician is providing a service, you should tip them in addition to the cost of your service.The therapist is serving only you, and expects to make enough money to make a living doing massages. So the biggest cost of the service is the human time that the therapist invests into you, which is the reason spa services will seem expensive if you compare to discretionary spendings such as restaurants and cinema.As a general rule of thumb, many people tip around 15-20% of what the massage service costs.
Do men like spa days?
While spas may have been largely stereotyped as a place only women enjoy, this is far from the reality. In truth, a large majority of men probably love to indulge in a spa experience. And why shouldn’t they? The couple spa day treatments will include massages, manicures, pedicures, and other physical treatments which release oxytocin – the love hormone. This is known to enhance feelings of affection between partners, which is why these treatments are best enjoyed together.Male spa treatments can offer real benefits, such as soothing dry skin or loosening up tight muscles. The leisure facilities available at spas also provide a great way to relax. Facilities vary between spas but often include a swimming pool, steam room or sauna, and hydrotherapy pool.The most common spa treatments are massages, manicures/pedicures and facials. However, you might also see offered such treatments as a body scrub/exfoliation, a fingers or toes file & polish (like a mini manicure or pedicure) or a scalp massage. Find out more in our treatment guides.
Are spa days worth it?
Many spa benefits, including detoxification, better sleep, and stress relief, can improve your overall mental and physical health. This leads to a better immune system, which helps you overcome illness and fight off disease and other conditions. Spas are good for a variety of reasons. They offer relaxation, stress relief, skincare, body care treatments, and overall wellness.