Qualities and Methods of Essential Oil Extraction in Aromatherapy
Did you know that essential oils have been used for almost 6,000 years? They are widely used in massage therapy and aromatherapy. But they also made thei...
Articles
Contact Dermatitis Among Massage Therapists: Underlying Reasons and Relief
The best way to treat contact dermatitis is to avoid the substance which has caused the reaction in the first place. In our opinion, totally avoiding a p...
Massage Butter vs. Massage Cream: When to Choose a Massage Butter
Massage butter or body butter is so named because it’s a very similar type of substance to the butter we spread on toast. It consists mostly of natural f...
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...
Effective Essential Oils for Headaches
These studies discovered that lavender and rosemary essential oils have natural anti-inflammatory properties. Inflammation fuels physical pain from stres...
Everything You Need to Know About Topical Analgesics
It is believed that pain-relieving mechanisms of topical products cause a ‘counter-irritant effect’ – a process called “gate control” or “gating.” This m...
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...
How to Wash Your Hands Properly to Prevent Illness
Our skin is the barrier between our insides and the outside. It is the largest organ of the human body, measuring about two square meters on average. As ...
How to Care for your Massage Table
Best practice is to follow the specific instructions your massage table manufacturer publishes. Not following these instructions can, and often does, voi...
Cold Therapy: What Is It and How Does It Work?
Researchers have shown the positive therapeutic effects of cold therapy over and over again. The pain relief can increase the client's comfort while prov...
