What is the best order for a spa day?
Hair oil and facemask applied before you hop in the tub with a bath bomb and body scrub. Snacks, wine/tea, candles. When you get out, moisturize everything then foot mask, mani/pedi. Next snuggle in for movies. Body scrubs require a steam or a soak for 15 – 30 mins prior. This helps the skin prepare to be exfoliated. Scrubs are done in a semi-private station in the bath house. While we do encourage you to go completely nude, you are allowed to wear a bathing suit bottom, should you wish.
What else can you do on a spa day?
Once your treatments are complete, you can spend the rest of your spa day using the health and fitness facilities included as part of your package. You can have a dip in the pool, detox in the sauna, unwind in the relaxation room, or get your heart pumping in the gym* – it’s completely up to you. 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.This article is going back to basics with the three most common spa services — massage, facials, and body therapy — and how they impact the skin.
Do you tip after a spa day?
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. A good rule of thumb for tipping in the massage industry is between 15% and 20% of the total service cost, which is the standard practice in the broader service industry. This range is widely accepted as a standard gesture of appreciation for satisfactory to excellent service, and is a perfectly acceptable tip.A standard 15-20% tip is common for spa services. However, if you’re uncertain, you can always ask the receptionist or a staff member if tipping the owner is customary at that particular spa. When in doubt, err on the side of generosity if the service was outstanding.To keep the math simple, tipping 20% makes it easy to calculate and ensures you’re on the generous end of the gratuity spectrum. For a $100 massage, a $20 tip is both generous and straightforward to figure out.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.The standard hospitality rate for massage tipping is 20 percent. For example, if a massage or body treatment costs $100, a 20 percent tip would be $20.
What do you wear to a couples spa day?
It’s best to wear loose-fitting, dark clothes to the spa, as you might be covered in oils and creams when leaving. Most spas will provide you with a robe, towel, disposable underwear, and slippers or slops – however, they should communicate any clothing that you need to bring with you such as swimwear. Spas want their guests to be as comfortable as possible, so if you would prefer to arrive in non-restrictive garments, such as gym wear or lounge wear then that will be absolutely fine. After this, you will change and spend most of your time in a robe anyway.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!Underwear: Most spas provide robes and towels, but you’ll still want to wear underwear underneath. Opt for comfortable, breathable options like sports bras and briefs.Breathable options are ideal, as they provide a smooth and comfortable base for your clothes. Choose a supportive bra that allows for easy movement and doesn’t dig into your skin. Wearing the right undergarments will ensure that you feel comfortable and confident throughout your spa experience.