Spa Treatments
By Anitra Brown, About.com Guide to Spas
All spas offer spa treatments like massage, body treatments and facials, but some have more unusual offerings like energy work, Ayurvedic consultations, tarot card readings, and thalassotherapy. Medical spas specialize in procedures like laser treatments and injectables. Find out more about spa treatments, from the popular to the obscure.
Spa Treatments
High-quality spa treatments delivered in a serene setting are the very heart of a quality spa experience. Find out more about the most popular spa treatments, including massage, facials and body treatments.
Massage
Massage feels good and has lots of health benefits -- one reason it's the most popular service at a spa. But there are many different styles of massage. Find out more about massage, including why it's good for you, which type will best meet your needs, and how to get the most from your massage.
- What Is Massage?
- The Health Benefits of Massage
- Will Massage Hurt?
- What Does Massage Cost?
- Massage and Nudity
- Choosing A Therapist: Male Vs. Female
- Getting The Most From Your Massage
- Swedish Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Aromatherapy Massage
- Pregnancy/Prenatal Massage
- Couples/Duo Massage
- Sports Massage
- Hot Stone Massage
- Shiatsu
- Thai Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Reflexology
- Watsu
- Sensual Massage
Facials
Getting a facial regularly and taking care of your skin at home will keep your skin healthy and glowing. These articles will help you understand what a facial is, why you should get them, and why it's important to take care of your skin at home.
Body Treatments
Body treatments deal with your body's skin. The most common types of body treatments are body polishes and body wraps. A body treatment is not the same as massage, but it can be a good complement.
