Articles

January 11, 2024

Replaceable Covers: How to Keep Equipment Clean
Washable replacement covers are designed for easy removal and laundering, streamlining the cleaning process and minimizing downtime between appointments. Quick-drying materials further contribute to the efficiency of maintaining a clean and inviting workspace.
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December 21, 2023

The Benefits of Heating Pads vs. Table Warmers
Heating pads and massage table warmers work on the principles of heat therapy, but it's important to note that they have different applications. Massage table warmers are like padded sheets that are placed on top of a massage table to provide gentle warmth and comfort to the client during a massage session. They are designed to withstand body weight and often come with adjustable temperature settings to meet the needs of different clients.
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November 21, 2023

The Benefits of Clay and Mud Facial Masks
Clay and mud masks have been used for centuries to remove impurities from the skin and leave it looking clearer and healthier. They work by drawing impurities and toxins from deep underneath the skin to the skin's surface, and then when you rinse off the mask, you rinse away all of these impurities that can lead to acne and other skin problems.
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September 7, 2023

Getting Table Height Right
Physical therapy is a physical business after all. The therapist must strive to be constantly aware of their own body mechanics, particularly in relation to the patient. Awkwardly bent wrists, leaning or reaching too far over the table, and lack of support to the therapist's head and neck can all cause complications.
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August 1, 2023

Five Tips to Make 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, selecting the right cleaning products is also important. Pre-treating oil stains is an excellent idea as it breaks up oil and grease, and works well on massage table sheets.
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May 18, 2023

Buy 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 something light in weight. Lightweight towels dry faster. For day-to-day use, opt for something in between. Neither too heavy, nor too light. Remember that weight determines the absorbency of towels.
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January 16, 2023

Keeping Clients Cozy - Therapy in the Winter
Spa robes are designed to comfortably cover the whole body, and they are manufactured with coziness in mind. They may be made from soft, absorbent terry cloth, microfiber, or waffled cotton. In each case, they provide warmth and coverage for clients before, during, or after treatments.
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January 9, 2023

New Spa Supplies
Most of our valued customers are Registered Massage Therapists and physiotherapists, but we also proudly serve salons and spas. These venues extend beyond the therapeutic into the realm of luxury body treatments. A visit to the spa might well involve a massage, but the client may also be treated to skin treatments, depilation, baths, and other spa supplies.
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December 28, 2022

Oils vs. Lotions for Dry Winter Skin
The question of whether to apply massage oil or massage lotion during treatment, is largely up to personal preference, both for the therapist and client. Massage oils may work a bit better after the client has washed, and the skin is still damp. It would help to seal in that moisture and produce glowing skin. But in terms of therapeutic treatment, lotions may have a more immediate effect treating skin that is already dry or inflamed.
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