With news that our spring weather is slowly disappearing for a few days, all I could think about today was the beach. So, like anyone suffering from wanderlust, I looked at vacation options. And let me ask you this, do you know what I noticed in almost every single picture of a luxurious beach hotel? Well, if you didn’t guess, it was a beautifully tanned woman on the beach getting a hot stone massage. My back currently longs for a hot stone massage.
Hot stone massages use a combination of warmed stones and massage techniques that evolved from mainly the ancient Chinese, Egyptians, Native Americans, and the Hawaiians. The treatment is often used to cure or alleviate ailments like muscular aches, arthritic joints, and to improve circulation. This treatment is natural, safe, and sanitary.
What to Expect:
- Stones are warmed up. The flat stones are immersed in water that is heated with an electrical device until they reach a comfortable temperature.
- The stones used are typically made of basalt because they have the ability to retain heat.
- Stones are always smooth, so they will not irritate the skin.
- Typically starts with a Swedish massage to get you relaxed.
- Oil is rubbed on your body to ensure the stones glide along smoothly.
- The stones will be placed at key acupressure points on your neck, back, abdomen, and sometimes your feet.
- The heat of the stones will penetrate the skin to enhance your blood flow, release toxins and create deeper muscle relaxation.
***Tip: If the stones feel too warm, speak up.
- The stones are used to knead the muscles rather than the hands. The heat has allowed your muscles to relax so it will be painless.
- Relaxation. Your pain and stress will soon drift away.
Benefits of a Hot Stone Massage:
- Less anxiety, depression and insomnia
- Muscle relaxation
- Pain relief
- Improved circulation
- Calmness and overall mental well-being
Where to Get a Hot Stone Massage:
Well, if you were at the beach, then I would say on the beach with a trained professional. However, most of us can only get away from the office, home, kids, etc. for about an hour or two, so head to Bellezza Spa.
Check out our Clifton, VA spa to experience a relaxing ambience! But wait; did I mention that our Clifton location is a one-stop shop for beautiful hair, skin, and nails? Our new location features additional services due to our partnership with Jon David Salon, which was highly rated as one of the best hair studios in 2015 by Northern Virginia Magazine. Yes, you are not dreaming. You really can enjoy the fantastic beauty services coupled with sleek hair styling offered by the Jon David team!
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Spend a day with us and you will feel like you just got back from vacation! Trust me when I say your hair, skin, nails, and mental health need this. Make your appointment at Bellezza Spa today!