If you’ve never been on a spa day, then you’re missing out. Spa days can be a great way to change your relationship with your body and really pamper yourself, especially if you’re somebody who’s used to being stressed or overworked.
Here’s some of the things you should know if you’ve never been on a spa day before:
Book in advance and tell them it’s your first time
The first thing you want to do is book in advance and tell the spa that it’s your first time. There’s a big difference in treatment for beginners compared to advanced clients.
Make sure that you show up 30 to 45 minutes early for your appointment. This gives you plenty of time to change into your robes and start feeling more relaxed. You can also tour the facilities and sip some tea if you want.
Shaving etiquette depends on your treatments
Depending on the treatments you want, you may need to check the shaving etiquette.
- If you are getting a body scrub or facial, do not shave your legs or face the morning of the appointment. Shaving can cause some of the products they use to sting.
- If you are getting laser therapy or laser hair removal, avoid shaving for a couple of days before, according to the instructions the spa gives.
Treatments menus can vary
You’ll also want to check the treatment’s menus, as these can vary from spa to spa. There’s no standardisation process in place. Relaxation and spa treatments at Spencer’s, for example, can be different from elsewhere.
If you’re not sure which treatments you need, contact the spa in advance to see what they recommend for your particular situation. You can tell them about your goals, whether they’re related to beauty, relaxation, or wellness.
What you wear is up to you
Most spas allow you to choose an attire level that works for you. When you arrive in the locker room, these staff members will lead you to a changing area and then provide you with a robe, sandals, and slippers.
The next step is to undress to your comfort level. How much you undress is often up to you, but the spa may have policies regarding this.
The final stage is the lounging phase, when you’ve finished the treatments. This is when you wait for the practitioner to round up your day.
You can speak up during treatments
Many people who are new to spas are afraid to speak up during treatments, but all services are personalized around your requirements. For example, during a massage you can tell the masseuse if the treatment is too hard or too soft and get them to adjust the pressure. You can also ask them to change the temperature of the room or adjust the volume on the music. If you like quiet sessions instead of small talk, that’s perfectly up to you.
So there you have it, everything that you should know if you’ve never been to a spa before. Don’t worry. Once you get there, you will enjoy yourself.
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