Monday, August 25, 2008

Spa Etiquette - Things to do in a Spa



Things to do before going for a spa break:

Are you going to a spa for the first time? Here are a few guidelines that tell you what to do when you go visiting a spa -

1. Let your spa therapist know if you have any pre existing medical conditions like high blood pressure, allergies or if have undergone surgery recently. If you are pregnant,tell them so, as some treatments involve applying pressure in the abdomen area. In any case it might be dangerous to take treatments in pregnant condition.

2. Arrive at the venue a little bit earlier to give yourself time to adjust and relax. Some spas might cancel or shorten your scheduled treatment if you arrive late.

3. Ask the therapist upfront to set up music, temperateure, aroma of the treatment room to your liking. If you are taking a massage therapy then ask your therpist to apply pressure to your comfort level.

4. For some types of treatments you might be asked to undress. If you are comfortable with that, go ahead. Normally you can leave your underwears on, or the therapist would supply you with disposable briefs. For most part during treatment you will remain at least partially covered. whatever be the case if you have reservations about being nude or partially nude before a stranger, have a talk with your therapist about how much and what way you want to be covered. Remember, you need not comply with anything if you are uncomfortable.

5. Normally you will get 5 - 10 minutes to vacate the treatment room after a treatment. Spend some time in the relaxation area to unwind and relax.

6. If you come to the spa wearing jewellary then put it in the locker provided by the spa. The best thing of course would be to not bring jewellary items to the spa at all.

7. Switch off your mobile phone before entering the treatment room.

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