What to do instead of a spa day?
If you’re looking for alternatives to a spa experience, here are several options that can provide relaxation and self-care: Home Spa Day: Create a spa-like atmosphere at home. Use candles, essential oils, and soothing music. Take a long bath with bath salts or oils, and give yourself a facial with natural ingredients. 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.
Is it okay to have a spa every day?
Daily hot tub use can improve muscle recovery, joint pain, and stress relief. Overuse may lead to dehydration or skin irritation, so precautions are necessary. Safe use includes maintaining proper water chemistry and limiting session length. Respiratory Conditions: Hot tubs can emit steam and moisture, which may worsen respiratory conditions like asthma. The fumes from chemicals in the hot tub such as chlorine, along with the steam, can irritate the respiratory system.Since the water in a hot tub is higher than your normal internal temperature, staying in a hot tub too long can cause you to overheat and experience symptoms like light-headedness, dizziness, or nausea. These symptoms are your body’s way of telling you that it is time to get out of the hot tub and cool down.The risks. Germs can spread through hot tub water and cause respiratory, skin, or gastrointestinal illnesses. Hot tub users are at risk for these illnesses if they swallow, have contact with, or breathe in mists or aerosols from water contaminated with germs.
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. The Don’ts of Etiquette If you’re running late, call ahead to inform the spa. They may be able to accommodate you, but it’s not always guaranteed. Avoid Heavy Meals and Alcohol Eating a heavy meal or consuming alcohol before a visit can make you feel uncomfortable and less able to enjoy your treatment.Eat Light Before Your Visit A heavy meal before your spa day can make you feel sluggish. Opt for something light, like fruit, yoghurt, or a salad, a couple of hours before your appointment. Heavy food may make it harder to relax, especially during massages or treatments that involve lying down.
What not to do before a spa day?
Have light meals before your spa day to keep comfortable during treatments. If opting for exfoliation, skip shaving 24 hours before to avoid skin irritation. To maximize aromatherapy benefits, skip using perfumes beforehand. Leave your jewelry at home to prevent misplacement during your spa experience. 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.Wear Comfortable Undergarments 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.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!Because you’ll be wearing a robe for most treatments, underwear that feels comfortable is also recommended. Some treatments such as hot soaks, mud baths or sauna rooms might also require a bathing suit. Jewelry is one clothing item that’s better to avoid or keep it at home when planning a spa day.