Spa Glossary

A glossary of most of the terms you'll come across in the world of spas, from Ayurveda to watsu.

Four-Handed Massage

Four-handed massage can be heavenly when done well. Find out the best places to get it -- and where your experience might not be as good.

Definition of effleurage, one of the primary strokes used in Swedish massage.

Definition of Abhyanga

Definition of Ayurveda

A full definition and description of laconium, a gentle sauna experience.

Definition of Laser Treatments

Definition of microdermabrasion

a bodywork method that focuses on connective tissue to bring relief from chronic pain

definition of serums when used in facials

Definition of Vichy Shower

Is thalassotherapy Greek to you? Here's a quick definition of a lot of the terms and treatments that are used in spas.

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