Extra Support: Bolsters and Wedges for the Massage Table
The term “bolster” goes back to Old English, meaning “to stuff something until it swells up.” It was also used to describe any kind of long pillow — used...
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Linens and Modesty - Providing Client Comfort
Massage therapy is inherently sensual. The therapist's trained hands understand the muscle groups and fascial tissue that can seize and cause pain to the...
Recycling Lotion Bottles
Whether you are a self-employed RMT or you work with others in a clinic setting, we strongly encourage you to take these very simple steps to keep you pr...
Lifetime of Massage Table Sheets
Using linen with an obvious stain can become a liability for massage therapy businesses. After all, a customer who has to lie on such stained material mi...
How to Choose the Best Massage Table(s)
The weight capacity of a table also known as the working weight. The working weight is the total amount of weight that a table can hold easily. You can c...
When to Offer Deep Tissue Massage
In many cases, deep tissue massages are applied to a specific problem, including chronic muscle pain, mobility issues, or injuries. It’s known to be usef...
Shop for Towels like a Pro
Pick up the towel to check its weight. Heavier towels are generally better in quality. For plush towels, go for the heaviest. For kitchen towels, choose ...
Five Tips to Make Your Massage Table Sheets Last
The biggest challenge for spa owners is getting oil out of sheets. Over time the oil residue builds up. Apart from choosing the right washing method, sel...
The Bewitching Benefits of Witch Hazel
Witch Hazel can help to ease symptoms associated with skin conditions such as dermatitis, psoriasis, or eczema. Its anti-inflammatory properties can prov...
The Best Way to Wash Spa Towels to Keep Them Smelling Fresh
White spa towels need to be washed on hot, separate from all darker shades of towels (which can be washed on warm). For the best results and longevity, t...
Benefits of Using Sunflower Oil on Your Skin
Sunflower oil contains phytochemicals such as choline and phenolic acid, which studies have found to be beneficial for the heart. Sunflower oils are natu...
Using and Applying Kinesiology Tapes: Relieving Muscle Pain
To put it simply, kinesiology is the study of mechanics of body movement. In essence, kinesiology focuses on the musculoskeletal system - mainly the move...
