Cryotherapy & Cold Saunas
The use of cool temperatures for the treatment of medical conditions is nothing new. Dr. Sebasian Kneipp, for one, was incorporating the alternative therapy...
Are Facials Worth It?
Are facials worth it? New York Times has dermatologists and estheticians throwing verbal punches.
Several years ago, the New York Times ran an article titled An Expression of Doubt About...
Thalassotherapy
Thalassotherapy, by definition, is the therapeutic use of seawater, marine algae and marine mud in various body treatments. It incorporates the use of warm seawater...
Thai Massage
Today, savvy spa-goers are well aware that Eastern and Western massage have very different approaches to the body based on the health philosophies of...
Pressotherapy
As a seasoned spa goer there are not many treatments that I've not sampled - until recently, pressotherapy was one of those I hadn't...
Champissage: Indian Head Massage
What is Indian Head Massage?
Indian Head Massage, also known as Champissage, has been practiced in India for over 1,000 years. It is a form of...
Ashiatsu
Ashiatsu, an adaptation of an ancient Asian massage, utilizes deep compression and acupressure to relieve the discomfort and strain of tight muscles. The word...
Ayurveda – The Holistic Life Science
Ayurveda, the holistic life science from ancient India, is based upon the belief of achieving health through balance of the the spirit with the...
History & Benefits of Hot Mineral Springs
Contributed by Healing Waters Spa and Salon, Springs Resort, Pagosa Springs, Colorado
Ancient native tribes in North America worshiped the healing powers of hot springs...
Aromatherapy
Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils, extracted from plants, trees and herbs, for therapeutic purposes. Application during treatments such as massage, facials, body...