Spa Treatments

Essential oils derived from flowers are luxurious ingredients found in many spa therapies because of their hidden healing properties.

Nov 3, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Acupressure is a form of Asian bodywork with roots in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Several types of acupressure are in current use, including Shiatsu and Tui-na.

Oct 23, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Daily, we're exposed to thousands of toxins. As studies in 911 response workers show, sweating is one of the most efficient ways of reducing the body's toxic burden.

Oct 21, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Acupressure massage blends the therapeutic touch of massage with traditional Chinese medicine's ability to correct energy imbalances and restore health.

Oct 6, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Signature spa treatments, like restaurant specials, use local ingredients and specialized therapies with highly desirable effects.

Aug 10, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Teachers and students alike can make this school year their best ever with a little help from their favorite spa and spa products.

Aug 2, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Unlike traditional saunas that heat the body indirectly through steam-heated air, infrared saunas use radiant heat energy that is directly absorbed by the body.

Jul 22, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Canine massage ranges from an affectionate home-based rubdown to a series of complex techniques performed by a skilled therapist.

Jul 10, 2009 - Elaine Moore

If you're looking for amazing results but only have time for one spa treatment ask for a salt glow, which is also known as a salt scrub.

Jul 8, 2009 - Elaine Moore

The hammam or Turkish Bath, an ancient middle Eastern variation of the traditional steam bath, is making a major comeback at international spas.

Jun 25, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Packed with enzymes, vitamins and other nutrients, seaweed is the ultimate spa remedy for smoothing weary skin and for relieving stiff muscles and aching joints.

Jun 24, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Lilting words chanted in yoga class and soothing music played during massage sessions are more than background noise. They're healing tools.

Jun 1, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Polarity therapy is a system combining exercise, diet and massage that works to balance and correct the body's energy fields.

May 26, 2009 - Elaine Moore

A placebo-controlled study from Germany reports that radon spa therapy offers benefits for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.

Apr 17, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Vibrational healing massage therapy is a form of bodywork therapy that heals structural problems and helps ameliorate their causes, including pent-up stress.

Mar 22, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Spa treatments are the key to revitalizing winter weary skin. Plant based ingredients from around the globe are the secret weapons in the most effective spa therapies.

Mar 8, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Pampering is an important part of pregnancy. Learn what spa treatments will benefit you the most during pregnancy and which spa therapies should be avoided.

Feb 20, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Whether spring is in the air on your block, or frigid weather has visions of spring only appearing in your dreams, spring is on its way. It's time to prepare.

Feb 19, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Thai massage, an Ayurvedic healing therapy that originated in ancient India, is firmly rooted in the sacred principles of Yoga.

Feb 4, 2009 - Elaine Moore

Spa treatments, including massage, yoga classes, and aromatherapy, have been shown to reduce pain in patients with cancer, arthritis and other ailments.

Dec 9, 2008 - Elaine Moore

Used consistently along with dietary changes, spa therapies can reduce cellulite and improve the appearance of dimpled skin.

Dec 1, 2008 - Elaine Moore

Saunas are heated rooms designed to induce sweating. Originating in Finland, the barrel sauna is an aesthetically pleasing, barrel-shaped wooden sauna.

Dec 1, 2008 - Elaine Moore

For children, playing in mud is irresistible. For adults, mud is a magical elixir, quickly rejuvenating dull, muddled skin and relaxing the muscles, joints and spirit.

Oct 7, 2008 - Elaine Moore

The Rainbow or Raindrop Technique is a type of massage therapy based on Native American healing principles. It's designed to enhance detoxification and restore balance.

Sep 17, 2008 - Elaine Moore

More soothing than a power nap, sleep enhancement therapy have wended its way into the top spas. In a holistic spa setting, guests are lulled to a restorative sleep.

Sep 10, 2008 - Elaine Moore