Spas are a great place to go when you need to relax, rejuvenate, and feel like a new you. And with the current trend of self-care and wellness, it’s no wonder that they’ve gotten a bit of a boost in clientele. More than 180 million Americans visited spas in 2016 for this reason alone. That might seem excessive, but self-care is no small matter. It’s important to make sure that you take some time for yourself every now and then. And in the spirit of that, here are some ideas about what you can look into the next time you feel like booking a spa day.
Skin care is one of the most common reasons people choose to go to spas. You can get treatments to expose your skin to all sorts of purifying or hydrating treatments at the spas. This may include seaweed wraps which are supposed to detox and moisturize your skin by getting rid of the dead cells, or mud baths which can help your skin glow and stay healthy by alleviating symptoms of skin conditions. And if you want smoother skin, there’s always waxing.
Going along with skin care, spas may provide you with a way to alleviate some aches and pains. This is most commonly done through massages, which promote better blood circulation and just like massage therapy, may make it easier to use an aching muscle. Mud baths and seaweed wraps can also have this effect, but massage therapists are actually able to target specific areas such as your back and work through knots that have built up because of extended use. Massages have been shown to decrease anxiety as well, which is why they are such a desired part of any spa treatment.
Getting rid of unwanted hair is another popular option at spas. While it’s true that you can shave or wax away hair on your own time, there’s something therapeutic about having professionals do it for you. It might have something to do with the soothing treatments after hot waxes. And just like salons, they can do your eyebrows or other facial hair for you as well. Some spas may even offer eyebrow tinting to give you a new look.
So whether you’ve been craving a relaxing massage or more manageable eyebrows, it’s important to take some time out for yourself every now and then. So find some time to head to a spa and get some well-deserved pampering.