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March 4, 2024

Massage Gels: The Ultimate Glide?
Massage gel provides a very appealing glide across the skin. Although gels tend to have plant oils as their primary ingredient, they tend not to be greasy feeling. Rather, they have a consistency that is pleasant for both the client and therapist, and they can be used in very controlled quantities because they absorb into the skin more slowly.
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February 17, 2024

Slide and Glide: The Science of Massage Oils

Plant oils that are extracted by grinding or crushing (AKA cold pressing) are known as carrier oils. Think of the process of making pure peanut butter: Raw peanuts are ground into a fine paste. If left in storage, eventually the solids collect at the bottom, and the oil rises to the surface. Many plants produce useful nuts and seeds for oil extraction.

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February 3, 2024

Friction Massage: A Matter of Movement
Friction massage is a massage technique that involves applying pressure and friction to soft tissues, such as muscles, tendons, and ligaments. This technique aims to break down adhesions and increase blood flow to the affected area, promoting healing and reducing muscle tension. Friction massage typically involves circular or cross-fiber movements with the fingers, thumbs, or palms.
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February 1, 2024

Check the Label: Thinking About Massage Lotion Ingredients
Many massage lotions are formulated with ingredients designed to be absorbed to provide benefits such as moisturization, improved glide, and nourishment to the skin. Common ingredients like oils, emollients, and water-soluble substances in massage lotions can be absorbed to varying degrees. A clear understanding of massage lotion ingredients can help make good purchasing decisions for any clinic.
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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 25, 2023

How to Cope with Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that comes and goes with the four seasons, typically manifesting during the cold autumn and winter months when the days are shorter, darker, and chillier.
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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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November 7, 2023

What is Jojoba Anyway?
Jojoba oil is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry, especially in cosmetics for topical, transdermal, and parenteral preparations. It is considered among the top-ranked oils due to its wax, which constitutes about 98% (mainly wax esters, few free fatty acids, alcohols, and hydrocarbons). In addition, sterols and vitamins with few triglyceride esters, flavonoids, phenolic and cyanogenic compounds are also present.
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