1. SPA TREATMENTS

2. Why Would You Go to a Spa? Spas are a center for healing and nourishing mind, body and spirit. People go to spas for fitness, stress management, peace of mind, pampering and pleasure, and health and wellness. http://spas.about.com/cs/spaarrticles/1/aa101902.htm

3. Who Would Go to a Spa? Business traveler who wants to minimize jet lag Business traveler who wants to minimize jet lag A mother of three wants some time to herself A mother of three wants some time to herself A group of friends plans a birthday celebration A group of friends plans a birthday celebration A man with back pain seeks relief A man with back pain seeks relief An obese man needs help controlling his weight An obese man needs help controlling his weight http://spas.about.com/cs/spaarticles/1/aa101902.htm http://spas.about.com/cs/spaarticles/1/aa101902.htm

4. Brief History of Spas The very word and concept of SPAS actually originates from the Roman Empire The very word and concept of SPAS actually originates from the Roman Empire To recover from their military wounds and ailments legionnaires sought out hot wells and then built baths so that they could heal their aching bodies To recover from their military wounds and ailments legionnaires sought out hot wells and then built baths so that they could heal their aching bodies They called these places “aquae” They called these places “aquae” They named the bathing treatments undertaken They named the bathing treatments undertaken “Sanus Per Aquam” (SPA)-meaning health by or through water “Sanus Per Aquam” (SPA)-meaning health by or through waterhttp://spas.about.com/library/weekly/aa070801.htm

5. Different Types of Spas Day Spa Day Spa Destination Spa Destination Spa Resort Spa Resort Spa

6. Different Types of Spa Treatments Swedish Swedish Japanese Shiatsu Japanese Shiatsu Thai Massage Thai Massage European Facials European Facials Acupuncture Acupuncture Dead Sea salt scrubs Dead Sea salt scrubs Moor Mud Wraps Moor Mud Wraps Thalassotherapy Thalassotherapy Aromatherapy Aromatherapy Reflexology Reflexology Microdermbrasion Microdermbrasion Endermologic Endermologic Reiki Reiki

7. Benefits of Spas Mind: Spas are great mind stimulants and mind relaxants. People who walk away from a spa experience feel more at ease in their own mind, less stressed, and better prepared intellectually and emotionally for the return of their daily lives. http://www.mexperience.com/guide/spas/spa_benefits.htm

8. Benefits of Spas Spirit: By combining the services and ambiance of the spa, to stimulate the mind and cleanse the body, people who take part in a spa experience report that they feel they experience a stronger spiritual sense than they had when they first arrived. http://www.mexperience.com/guide/spas/spa_benefits.htm

9. Benefits of Spas Balance/Rejuvenation: A spa experience is about leaving your daily troubles behind and to make a positive impact on yourself. The spa facilities, services and staff will help you unwind, relieve any anxieties and stress you may be carrying, help you to cleanse your body, stimulate your mind and provide balance and equilibrium to your lifestyle. When the time comes to leave the spa, you should feel rejuvenated and carry with you a sense of relaxation and confidence that will help you to approach your daily life back home in a more assertive and progressive way. http://www.mexperience.com/guide/spas/spa_benefits.htm

10. Average Spa Treatment Prices Swedish massage- $75 Swedish massage- $75 European Facial- $65 European Facial- $65 Half Hour Body Scrub- $40 Half Hour Body Scrub- $40 Prices will vary depending on where you live and the spa’s luxury factor. Prices at a more luxurious Spa could be double

11. Acupuncture

12. What is Acupuncture? The insertion of fine needles into the body at specific points shown as effective in the treatment of specific health problems The insertion of fine needles into the body at specific points shown as effective in the treatment of specific health problems Originated in China over 2000 years ago Originated in China over 2000 years ago Stainless steel needles inserted.25 to an inch deep at specific acupuncture points or the site of the disease. Stainless steel needles inserted.25 to an inch deep at specific acupuncture points or the site of the disease. Regulates and restores the harmonious energetic balance of the body Regulates and restores the harmonious energetic balance of the body

13. Conditions Claimed to Respond to Acupuncture: Chronic back and neck pain Chronic back and neck pain Strains, Muscle and ligament tears Strains, Muscle and ligament tears Gastrointestinal problems Gastrointestinal problems Cardiovascular conditions Cardiovascular conditions Behavioral problems Behavioral problems

14. Thinking of Getting Acupuncture? Not much pain, only mild discomfort Not much pain, only mild discomfort Patients should ask the practitioner: Where they trained How long was the training How long he/she has been in practice and Patients should ask the practitioner: Where they trained How long was the training How long he/she has been in practice and the experience in treating your ailment the experience in treating your ailment Important not to change position or move suddenly Important not to change position or move suddenly Just relax Just relax

15. Body Treatments

16. Body treatments generally mean the polishing of the skin, followed by a wrap. They combine some of the techniques of a massage or a facial. First, aromatic oils are used to stimulate and exfoliate the skin. The body is the wrapped with a thermal treatment to smooth and hydrate the skin. The wrap also encompasses the body to leave the skin scented by the oils used.

17. Body Treatments Therapeutic baths use water, herbs, and botanicals which soften you skin. The senses are soothed and the body is relaxed with the use of light and color therapy. Massaging jets are also used. Baths can be a mixture of almost anything, from chocolate to soften the skin, mint julep to clear the sinuses, green tea for a complete detoxify, to eucalyptus for sore muscles. Herbs and botanicals like rose petals, lemon lime for energy, lavender for relaxation, as well as cypress, fir, juniper and pine.

18. Body Treatments Mud treatments are also used. The mud is applied to your entire body, much like a body facial. After the mud application you relax on your specially designed steam table which provides the ultimate in comfort and luxury during your spa experience. Mud treatments cleanse and soften skin and soothe tired muscles. The addition of aromatherapy enhances your experience while you rest on the steam table.

19. Massage Therapy: Self Massage

20. Ears Heightened circulation and pressure to the ears causes stimulation to the reflexes of the Microsystems of the ear. Through this reflex Microsystems all parts of the body can be influenced through pressure massage to the ear Heightened circulation and pressure to the ears causes stimulation to the reflexes of the Microsystems of the ear. Through this reflex Microsystems all parts of the body can be influenced through pressure massage to the ear Stimulation of the ears aids in the productivity of important neurotransmitters Stimulation of the ears aids in the productivity of important neurotransmitters The acupuncture points for alcohol and drug addiction are in the ears The acupuncture points for alcohol and drug addiction are in the ears Self Ear Massage Self Ear Massage

21. Feet Start with pressure over the entire foot, noticing tender areas Start with pressure over the entire foot, noticing tender areas Then working with the tender areas will help organs, glands and tissues that are associated with them. Then working with the tender areas will help organs, glands and tissues that are associated with them. Pressure generally applied with thumbs, but also knuckles and heal of the hand. Pressure generally applied with thumbs, but also knuckles and heal of the hand. Start with light pressure and work up to more. Start with light pressure and work up to more. http://healing.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=http%3A%2F%2 Fwww.healthy.net%2Flibrary%2Fbooks%2Fjahnke%2Fmassage2.ht m http://healing.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=http%3A%2F%2 Fwww.healthy.net%2Flibrary%2Fbooks%2Fjahnke%2Fmassage2.ht m

23. Hands Can do it anywhere, anytime. Can do it anywhere, anytime. As with feet, start all over, then move on to the sore spots. As with feet, start all over, then move on to the sore spots. The tender areas are associated with organs and functions that are not operating at the most healthy level. The tender areas are associated with organs and functions that are not operating at the most healthy level. http://healing.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=http%3A%2F%2 Fwww.healthy.net%2Flibrary%2Fbooks%2Fjahnke%2Fmassage2.ht m http://healing.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?site=http%3A%2F%2 Fwww.healthy.net%2Flibrary%2Fbooks%2Fjahnke%2Fmassage2.ht m

25. Aromatherapy What is it? Use of plant aromatics (essential oils collected through steam distillation) for the holistic healing of mind, body and spirit What is it? Use of plant aromatics (essential oils collected through steam distillation) for the holistic healing of mind, body and spirit Has been used for thousands of years, but the term Aromatherapy was coined in 1920 by Rene-Maurice Gattefosse, Ph.D., a French cosmetic chemist. Has been used for thousands of years, but the term Aromatherapy was coined in 1920 by Rene-Maurice Gattefosse, Ph.D., a French cosmetic chemist. Ways to use Essential Oils: Inhalation, Vaporization, Massage, Bathing and Compresses Ways to use Essential Oils: Inhalation, Vaporization, Massage, Bathing and Compresses

26. Aromatherapy Hot and Cold Compresses Hot and Cold Compresses Hot: Useful for backaches, rheumatism, arthritis, abscesses, earache, and toothache Hot: Useful for backaches, rheumatism, arthritis, abscesses, earache, and toothache Cold: Useful for headaches, neck tension, sprains, and strains. Cold: Useful for headaches, neck tension, sprains, and strains. Fill a bowl with very hot (or very cold) water Fill a bowl with very hot (or very cold) water Add 4 to 5 drops of essential oils Add 4 to 5 drops of essential oils Dip a folded piece of cloth into the water, then squeeze out extra water Dip a folded piece of cloth into the water, then squeeze out extra water Place the moistened cloth onto the affected area until it reaches body temperature. Place the moistened cloth onto the affected area until it reaches body temperature.

27. Aromatherapy Caution! Caution! Essential oils are very powerful so start with a few drops and see how your body reacts Essential oils are very powerful so start with a few drops and see how your body reacts Essential oils should always be diluted with V6 Vegetable Oil or other carrier oils before they are applied to skin Essential oils should always be diluted with V6 Vegetable Oil or other carrier oils before they are applied to skin Do not use essential oils internally Do not use essential oils internally Do not put directly into eyes or ears Do not put directly into eyes or ears If you are pregnant, consult with your doctor before using If you are pregnant, consult with your doctor before using Some oils may damage the surface of contact lenses Some oils may damage the surface of contact lenses

28. Facials

29. Facials A relaxing a cleansing experience often for your entire upper body A relaxing a cleansing experience often for your entire upper body Facials are designed not only to help you relax but to deep clean and Facials are designed not only to help you relax but to deep clean and hydrate your pores and skin hydrate your pores and skin Usually include a neck, shoulder, and scalp massage Usually include a neck, shoulder, and scalp massage Price Range $25- $100 Price Range $25- $100 --depending on the ingredients used and the length of facial --depending on the ingredients used and the length of facial Common Ingredients included in Facial Masques : Glycolic acid, rose petals, Common Ingredients included in Facial Masques : Glycolic acid, rose petals, a variety of vitamins and minerals, botanicals, fruit acids, eucalyptus, a variety of vitamins and minerals, botanicals, fruit acids, eucalyptus, peppermint, lavender peppermint, lavender There are many different types of facials all serving a different purpose. There are many different types of facials all serving a different purpose. Facial Peels : remove the top layer of dead skin skills and help disguise the Facial Peels : remove the top layer of dead skin skills and help disguise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles appearance of fine lines and wrinkles Sinus Relief Facials : includes the massaging of sinus specific pressure Sinus Relief Facials : includes the massaging of sinus specific pressure points, and sinus clearing botanicals and oils points, and sinus clearing botanicals and oils Oxygen Mist Facials : a rehydrating and anti aging facial Oxygen Mist Facials : a rehydrating and anti aging facial http://www.cloud9spasalon.com/facials.cfm http://www.cloud9spasalon.com/facials.cfm http://www.cloud9spasalon.com/facials.cfm

30. Pedicures

31. Pedicures The removal, trimming and upkeep of the feet. Pedicures are very relaxing and take about an hour to complete. They can use a variety of ingredients and can there are a number of different types. The removal, trimming and upkeep of the feet. Pedicures are very relaxing and take about an hour to complete. They can use a variety of ingredients and can there are a number of different types. --chocolate mint pedicure --chocolate mint pedicure -- rose petal milk pedicure -- rose petal milk pedicure Procedure: A foot soak, nail trimming, excess skin removal, massage, lotion application, hot paraffin wax application, nail paint Procedure: A foot soak, nail trimming, excess skin removal, massage, lotion application, hot paraffin wax application, nail paint Price: $20-$60 Price: $20-$60 http://www.cloud9spasalon.com/nailspa.cfm http://www.cloud9spasalon.com/nailspa.cfm http://www.cloud9spasalon.com/nailspa.cfm

32. Manicures

33. Manicures Manicures consist of massaging the hands and lower arms, trimming, filing and buffing the nails, treating the cuticles, and painting the nails.. They leave your hands looking and feeling soft, relaxed, clean, and beautiful in about one hour Manicures consist of massaging the hands and lower arms, trimming, filing and buffing the nails, treating the cuticles, and painting the nails.. They leave your hands looking and feeling soft, relaxed, clean, and beautiful in about one hour Average Price Range: $25 - $35 Average Price Range: $25 - $35

34. Manicures “Spa Manicure” - includes massage, trimming, filing, and buffing of your nails and cuticles, as well as a raspberry sugar scrub for example. Also includes a hot paraffin wax dip which leaves skin on hands incredibly moisturized and soft “Spa Manicure” - includes massage, trimming, filing, and buffing of your nails and cuticles, as well as a raspberry sugar scrub for example. Also includes a hot paraffin wax dip which leaves skin on hands incredibly moisturized and soft “French Manicure” - Includes painting of the classic pink and white look on the nails as well as everything listed above “French Manicure” - Includes painting of the classic pink and white look on the nails as well as everything listed above