A day at the spa is fast becoming the go-to for self-care as more people realize the benefits simple treatments can provide. These therapies can reduce stress, repair aging skin, soothe ailing muscles, and so much more. Check out these 10 local treatments you must try (at least) once!
Halotherapy Session in a Himalayan Salt Cave
Halo means salt in Greek, and halotherapy refers to a special type of equipment that disperses dry salt into the chamber in the air you breathe. Salt therapy is said to be very beneficial for your upper respiratory system and skin, is a natural anti-inflammatory, and is even said to reduce wrinkles and other signs of aging. Flow Motion in Ferndale offers an incredibly rare Himalayan salt cave with halotherapy as well.
Float Therapy
A zero-gravity float session using 1,000+ pounds of Epsom salt not only transforms your skin in just an hour, but it also soothes aches and pains. The stillness and calming effect are an experience you must try to believe. Still Life Massage and Float offers float pod sessions that include private rooms stocked with a full shower, hair treatments, ear plugs, music, and more.
Hyperpigmentation Facial with Scalp Massage
A hyperpigmentation facial helps reverse the signs of aging and brightens the skin for an overall glow that looks and feels amazing. Spero Skin Spa offers this specialty facial with an option to add a 20-minute relaxing scalp massage to boost your treatment to next level status.
Plasma Pen Therapy
Plasma pen therapy is a non-surgical treatment that is said to eliminate fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating collagen and elastin production. RejuvenationMD‘s team of physicians, master estheticians, and registered nurses specialize in this popular alternative to surgery, performing eye lifts, neck lifts, jawline augmentation, and more in their state-of-the-art aesthetic skin treatment and wellness center.
Halo Hybrid Fractional Laser
evolé Mediclinic is the first medi-spa in our area to offer this newer treatment using the Halo, a hybrid fractional laser that simultaneously delivers pulses of ablative and non-ablative energy to the skin. Taking away the downtime of previous similar treatments, you can get the glow of tighter, rejuvenated skin that is makeup ready the very next day.
Infrared Sauna
Infrared treatments have potential health benefits including stress reduction, improved circulation, and more. Zazen Spa’s infrared sauna offers a relaxing and invigorating start to any of their salon and spa services. Add some sauna time in their luxury spa setting before getting your nails done while you sip on a glass of wine.
Shirodhara
Shirodhara is an Ayurvedic body therapy that involves a stream of warm oil flowing over your forehead and scalp. Offered as a regular spa service at Kara’s Beauty Barn, this therapy is said to bring a deep sense of calmness and relaxation and induce stillness in the mind. It’s also an amazing treatment for your scalp and hair.
Foot Relief Reflexology
Pain relief, nerve stimulation, increased blood flow, and so much more can be achieved through reflexology. Sandalwood Spa’s licensed massage therapists offer up a treat for your feet using reflexology combined with Swedish and deep tissue techniques.
Reiki
The Apothecary Spa specializes in reiki, a Japanese style technique of healing where hands are used to channel energy from the head to the seven chakras of the body. This is said to leave you refreshed, uplifted, light, and calm.
Soak + Swedish
Muscle tension, stress, and skin issues, oh my! The Spa at the Chrysalis offers a soak add-on before enjoying a massage. They draw quite a beautiful bath using aromatherapy and dead sea salt, known to hydrate the skin and reduce inflammation, in a private room. The Swedish-style massage promotes relaxation, relieves tension and stress, improves circulation, and soothes aching muscles.
