by Elizabeth Spinnie

Created on: April 16, 2009   Last Updated: April 17, 2009

Calgon Take me away! In the 70's that was the cry of many a weary and tired housewife. But todays hardworking wives and mothers are flocking to day spas by the hundreds. They seek a few hours of pampering to recharge and refresh themselves. The treatments available in these spas are as varied as each of these spas are. Todays spa menus provide a smorgasbord of treatments. There are mint infused wraps designed to energize you and soaks in steaming tubs of lavender water designed to relax you. You can hydrate, detoxify and ex-foliate all in one glorious day of total pampering. You can lie back and enjoy a relaxing foot massage and open your pores at the same time. There are all kinds of luxurious formulas to wrap your body in.

Mud wraps and healing herbal wraps makeup just a few. Each spa has its own specialty. Massages are another specialty of spas. Actually they are one of the most requested services a spa has to offer. Facial massages to tighten your skin. Full body massages to relax your muscles and relieve the days aches and pains. There are hot stone massages in which stones are heated and placed in certain locations to relax and relieve stresses. Shiatsu and Thai massages also. Aromatherapy is also a big part of the spa treatment. When you first walk in the door the smell of exotic oils and scented candles waft through the air. Each scent is specially picked for its ability to relax and energize the client. These essential oils from plants are also used in hydrotherapy baths, facials and body treatments. In addition to the wonderful relaxing scents music is also used to enhance the relaxing experience of a spa treatment. Music ranging from simple flutes to classical arrangements all designed to relax and calm. Everyone, male and female alike, should enjoy a tranquil relaxing trip to a spa. Sit back with your herbal mask on your eyes and enjoy what ever amazing massage you wish. Inhale the delicious scents of the aromatherapy oils as they waft about the room and let the days troubles and strife pass away. Forget the Calgon and head for the spa.

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