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Spa Terminology
Acupressure: Use of finger massage that releases tension by applying pressure to the nerves.
Acupressure Facial: Using fifty acupressure points in the facial area, you can acquire deep
relaxation as well as be wrinkle free from stress.
Aerobics: Series of rhythmic exercises performed to music. Aerobics purpose is to stimulate the aerobic
capacity of the heart and lungs and to burn fats.
Aikido: Japanese martial art.
Algotherapy: A Seaweed bath
Aqua aerobics: Aerobic exercises within a swimming pool. Water provides support and resistance.
Aromatherapy: Relating to the use of fragrant, natural, botanical essential oils from
plants, leaves, bark, roots, seeds, resins and flowers. Aromatherapy refreshes and
relaxes the skin while soothing the mind by helping to induce a sense of well-being. Selecting
an individual essence is used to produce a specific beneficial
effect. Aromatherapy is used in massage and facials.
Ayurvedic Massage: Ancient Indian massage technique that frees body and mind of all
toxins. It is performed contemporarily by therapists with the use of essential oils.
Ayurveda Treatment: This ancient Indian "Science of Life" states
the skin is the mirror to inner health and the body manifests everything that
happens inside. Ayurveda applies the curative properties of plants, herbs and essential
oils to improve the skin's health and relieve the stress, tension and emotion of daily life.
Bach Cures: The healing with floral
essences and oils.
Balneotherapy: Using water
to improve circulation,
strengthen the immune system,
and reduce pain and stress.
Bindi: Bodywork combining
exfoliation, herbal treatment,
and a light massage.
Bio-energetics: Energy exchange
between the giver and receiver
of the massage.
Bio-Lifting: A non-surgical
facial lifting treatment
performed with a galvanic
stimulation.
Body Composition Test:
The computerized evaluation of lean
body mass determining the
percentage of body fat.
Brush & Tone: The dry-brushing of
skin to remove its dead layers
and impurities and stimulate
circulation. One of the
main exfoliating techniques is used
prior to the application of mud
or seaweed face-packs.
Cayce-Reilly Massage: This
massage is intensively
therapeutic, manipulates tissues
and joints, and uses moist
heated castor oil and
glycothymaline packs.
Cathiodermie: Treatment
performed with the use of
low-voltage electrical
stimulation. The process cleanses the
face and stimulates skin
regeneration.
Chi Kung: Chinese energy
exercise where breathing and
body movement recharge energy.
Circuit Training: High energy
aerobic workout combined with
weight resistance equipment.
Collagen Facial: A Freeze-dried
collagen is used to plump the
skin to fill in the fine lines
acquired by stress, sunbathing,
or the environment.
Colon Therapy: High colonic
enema cleans using water and the
benefits are detoxification,
cleansing of the blood, and the
stimulation of internal organs.
Compression Wrap: Localized
treatment for cellulite and
fatty deposits on arms, legs and
buttocks.
Contouring: A deep toning of
muscles using calisthenics.
Crystal Healing: Healing by
using energy believed to be
generated by quartz and other
crystals minerals.
Cure: A course or series of treatment.
Cybex: A patented exercise
equipment used for Isokinetic
strength training.
Dancercise: Aerobic session
using modified
modern dance steps and
movements.
Dead Sea Mud Treatment: Application of Dead Sea mud,
rich in minerals to detoxify the
skin and the body and to relieve
rheumatic and arthritic pain.
Deep Muscle Massage: This massage
type eliminates knots,
locked up areas, and emotional
blocks in the body due to
prolonged stress, including
various leverage techniques and
kneading for a very firm
massage.
Deep Tissue Massage: The intent
of this massage is to free
congestion of the muscle
attachments. Deep work brings
about realignment of postural
distortions and restores proper
range of motion. A liberation of
emotional tensions may also
result and muscle function and
awareness are balanced, and
elasticity is revived.
Equilibropathy: Method of
balancing the body which can be
used to therapeutically treat
ailments from asthma, migraines,
sore muscles, sinus congestion,
vertigo, stiff joints including
gout, arthritis & rheumatism,
lowered immunity and many more
common conditions and is
particularly useful in the
prevention of all types of
illnesses.
Ergometer: An exercise machine
designed for muscular
contraction.
Esalen Massage: A massage
style that incorporates a long, gentle
and stroking style.
European Facial: Specialized
skin care treatment including a mild exfoliation and
the a special combination of
herbal extracts and active
substances from nature. A deep
cleansing, steam, exfoliation
and professional massage of the
face, shoulders and chest area
nourishes, refines the skin, special masque hydrates the
skin..
Exfoliating
Facial
Treatment:
This treatment peels
away dry
skin
cells
and
removes
deeply-trapped
secretions
that
impede
oxygenation,
by using marine
sediments,
mineral
salts
and lipoamino
acids
stimulate
circulation
and add
moisture.
Exfoliation:
This peels
away dry
skin
cells
and
removes
deeply-trapped
secretions
that
impede
oxygenation.
Fango
Body
Treatment:
A thermal fango
mud from
Italy is
applied
to the
entire
body to
gently
cleanse,
release
toxins,
remineralize,
nourish,
and
soothe
the
skin.
This treatment is also
used to
relieve
muscular
and
arthritic
pain.
Feldenkrais:
Method
to
reprogram
the
nervous
system
through
movement
augmented
by
physical
pressure
and
manipulation.
Floatation:
The
individual floats in
tanks
filled
with
sterile
salt
water
regulated
so that
its
temperature
is
precisely
the same
as your
body
temperature
for a
sense of
buoyancy
and
weightlessness.
The floating in
complete
sensory
isolation
no nerve
impulses
move
from the
skin to
the
brain
for a
unique
feeling
of
relaxation.
This
process can be used in complete
silence, music or guided
imagery.
Free
Weights:
Hand
held
dumbbells
or
barbells
of various weight sizes.
Glycolic
Facial:
This
process breaks
down the
glue
bond
that
holds
dry skin
on the
face,
then
creates
a rapid
exfoliation
to
soften
lines
and
smooth
the
skin.
Gommage:
Cleansing
and
moisturizing
treatment
making
use of
creams
applied
with
movements
similar
to those
of an
extensive
massage.
Hellerwork:
A deep
tissue
bodywork,
stress
reduction
and
movement
reeducation.
Herbal
Wrap:
This
process uses
strips
of cloth
soaked
in a
herbal
solution
that are
wrapped
around
the
body.
After
treatment
is
followed
by a
period
of rest
and is
used to
eliminate
impurities
and to
detoxify
the
body, as
well as
to
induce
relaxation.
Herbology:
A therapeutic
use of
herbs in
treatments
and
diet.
Holistic
Health:
Philosophy
of
well-being
incorporating
the
physical,
mental
and
spiritual
aspects
of life
as
closely
interconnected.
This
attempts
to
restore
balance
by
curing
all
three
aspects.
Homeopathy:
This is based on
the
principle
that
"like
cures
like,"
this
form of
medicine
treats
patients
with
natural
substances
that
cause
symptoms
much
like
those
manifested
by the
ailment,
thus
stimulating
the body
to heal
itself.
Hydration
Facial:
Utilizes
enzymes
and
hylauronic
acids
which
promotes
superior
hydration
of
stressed
skin
cells,
by using a
mask of
paraffin
and
essential
oils
applied
to rehydrate
and
revitalize
the
skin.
Hydrotherapy:
Traditional
therapy
which
includes
underwater
jet
massages,
showers,
jets and
mineral
baths.
Interval
Training:
Combination
of high
energy
exercise
followed
by a
period
of low
intensity
activity.
Jin Shin
Acupressure:
A gentle
yet deep
finger
pressure
on
specific acu-points
with
body
focusing
techniques
to help
release
physical
and
emotional
tension
and
armoring,
assist
the
immune
system,
alleviate
common
ailments,
and
harmonize
the flow
of life
energy
within
the
body.
This
process is performed
without
oil.
Jin Shin
Do: Ancient
art of
harmonizing
life
energy
within
the body
practiced
by
placing
fingertips
over
clothing
on
designated
areas.
Kneipp
Kur:
A treatment
combining
hydrotherapy, herbology,
and a
natural
food
diet.
Lomi-Lomi:
An Hawaiian
rhythmical
rocking
massage.
Loofah
Scrub: Total
body
scrub
with a Loofah
sponge,
which exfoliates
the skin
and
stimulate
circulation.
Low
Intensity
Aerobics:
Form
of
aerobics
without
jumps,
sparing
the body
possible
and
useless
micro
traumas.
Lymph
drainage:
Special
therapeutic
massage
that
uses a
delicate
pumping
technique
to drain
sacs of
water
and
trapped
toxins.
This is
considered
by many
as an
anti-aging
treatment.
Lymph
drainage
is performed
with
manual
massage, hydromassage
or
aromatherapy
massage.
Moor
therapy
Treatment:
An
ancient treatment formed
more
than
30,000
years
ago,
Moor Mud
is a
complete
nourishing
matter
containing
over 800
plants
with at
least
380
having
known
medicinal
value.
These treatments remineralize,
hydrate
&
exfoliate
the skin
leaving
it with
a vital,
healthy
glow.
Mud
Treatment:
Treatment
with
mineral-rich
mud that
may be
mixed
with oil
and
water.
The mud
is
applied
to the
body as
hot
packs to
detoxify
the
body,
loosen
the
muscles
and
stimulate
circulation.
Naturopathy:
A natural
healing
prescriptions
using
plans
and
flowers.
Parafango:
Combination
of Fango
mud and
paraffin
wax treatment.
Paraffin
Mud
Treatment:
A mud
mixed in
paraffin
used to
relieve
rheumatic
and
arthritic
pains.
Paraffin
Treatment:
A heated
paraffin
is
rubbed
over the
body,
trapping
heat,
absorbing
toxins
and
inducing
relaxation
leaving the skin
as soft
as silk.
Paraffin
Wrap: Process
of
removing
dead
skin
cells
with hot
oil and
Japanese
dry
brushing
techniques
by using an
emollient
wax is
applied
to the
entire
body for
an
intense
hydrating
treatment.
Parcours:
Outdoor
trail
with
exercise
stations
along
the way.
Perfector
Therapy:
Using
a low
current
that
sends
tiny
electrical
impulses
to the
muscles,
stimulating
them
which in
turn
leads to
cell
regeneration,
lymph
cleansing,
toxin
removal
and more
toned
and
firmer
skin and
muscles.
Phytotherapy:
A healing
through
plants,
involving
the use
of
herbs,
aromatic
essential
oils,
seaweeds,
herbal
and
floral
extracts.
Polarity
Massage:
Massage
technique
used to
release
energy
through
a
delicate
manipulation
technique..
Polarity
Therapy:
A balancing
of energy
in the
body
through
a
combination
of
massage,
meditation,
exercise,
and
diet.
Polish:
A
process
using
large
sea
sponges
to
cleanse,
exfoliate,
hydrate
and
soften
the
body.
Pressotherapy:
A treatment
with
pressure
cuffs to
improve
the
circulation
of the
feet.
Rasul:
Oriental
ceremony
for body
care
involving
a
cleansing
seaweed
soap
shower,
medicinal muds,
and an
invigorating
herbal
steam
bath.
Reflexology:
Ancient
Chinese
technique
in which
specific
pressure
points
(usually
on the
feet,
but also
on the
hands
and
ears)
are
massaged
in order
to
re-establish
the flow
of
energy
throughout
the
body.
This
treatment
relieves
stress
and
releases
energy
and
pressure
throughout
your
entire
body.
Reike:
Ancient
Art and
Science
of
balancing
the
body's
energy
on a
physical
and
emotional
level.
Repichage
Treatment
performed
on the
face and
on the
entire
body
with the
use of a
combination
of
herbal,
clay,
seaweed
or mud
face-packs
to
produce
a
cleansing
and
moisturizing
effect.
Rolfing:
Bodywork
improving
balance
and
flexibility
through
manipulation
of rigid
muscles,
bones,
and
joints.
Intended
to
relieve
stress
and
improve
energy..
Salt
Glow:
Body
is
rubbed
with
coarse
salt,
sometimes
in
combination
with
fragrant
oils, to
remove
the top
layer of
dead
skin and
stimulate
circulation.
Sauna:
A dry heat
in a
wooden
room is
used to
open the
pores
and
eliminate
toxins
through
sweat.
Combining
refreshing
cold
showers,
saunas
can
improve
the
body's
immune
defenses
and
favor
recovery
from
stress.
Scotch
Hose
Massage:
Massage
received
in a
standing
position
and
performed
by a
therapist
who uses
a hose
to spray
strong
jets of
water on
the
body,
alternating
hot and
cold
water or
using
sea
water.
Treatment
is used
to
decongest
inflamed
muscles
and to
stimulate
circulation.
Seaweed
Wrap or
:Pack:
Wrap or
pack of
concentrated
sea
water
and
seaweed
with a
balanced
content
of
oceanic
nutrients
whereas the minerals,
rare
elements,
vitamins,
proteins
are
diffused
in the
blood
stream
to
revitalize
the skin
and the
body.
Shiatsu:
Acupressure
massage
technique
developed
long ago
in
Japan.
Pressure
applied
to
specific
points
of the
body
stimulating
or
releasing
the
'meridians'
(paths
of the
body
through
which
energy
flows).
This
massage helps to
revitalize
the
balance
of the
immune
and
endocrine
systems
and to
stabilize
energy
flow.
Spa:
Technically
means
the
"cure of
water"
and over the years has
transformed
into
wonderful
treatments
utilizing
the
benefits
of sea
and
mineral
water.
Spinning:
Performing
a series
of
exercises
seated
on
special
exercise
bikes
stressing the following;
stretching,
low
intensity
aerobics,
high
intensity
aerobics,
body
contour,
yoga,
and meditation.
Sports
Massage:
Massage
of
foundation
tissues,
directed
specifically
at the
muscles
used in
novice
and professional athletic
activities.
This deep
muscle
massage
is
used
around
the
joints
and
combines
classical
Swedish
style
with
trigger
points,
compression
and
electro-neuromuscular
techniques
to
reduce
soreness.
Excellent
when
preparing
for
sports
activities
or after
a
strenuous
workout.
Steam
Room: Room
with
seats in
which
steam is
generated
at high
pressure
and
temperature
. The
process is used
to open
the
pores
and
eliminated
toxins.
Step
Aerobics:
An aerobic
sessions
performed
with a
small
platform
used to
step up
and
down.
Stretching:
Various
parts of
the body
are
stretched
by
assuming
different
body positions.
This
helps
eliminate
stress
and
tension
and
increase
flexibility.
Sugaring:
Ancient
hair
removal
process.
Swedish
Massage:
Classical
European
massage
technique
characterized
by a
delicate
manipulation
of the
muscles
with
special
oils by
therapeutic
stroking
and
kneading
of
muscle
tissue
to
promote
stress
relief.
Used to
improve
circulation,
relieve
muscle
pain and
tension,
increase
flexibility
and
induce
relaxation.
Combining
three
basic
strokes
to the
skin:
long,
firm
strokes;
kneading
strokes;
and
small
circles.
This is
the most
popular
massage
and one
of the
most
enjoyable
massages.
Swiss
Shower:
A powerful
shower
jets
that
alternate
hot and
cold
water,
directed
onto the
body at
various
levels,
produce
the
effect
of an
invigorating
massage.
T'ai
Chi: A
version
of
Chinese
martial
art
favoring a
constant
flow of
energy
and
combines
mental
concentration,
slow
respiration
and
graceful
movements
similar
to those
of a
dance.
Thai:
Technique
involving
a unique
combination
of
gentle
rocking
and
stretching
using
range of
motion
and
acupressure
techniques
applied
through
clothing
without
oils.
Thalassotherapy:
Detoxifying
treatment
of sea
products
used to
exfoliate,
balancing
skins pH
and
hydrate.
Thalassotherapy
Massage:
Massage
using
seaweed
oil .
Trager
Massage:
Massage
using
delicate
and slow
movements
to
relieve
tension
and
realign
the
body.
Vichy
Shower:
Shower
taken
lying on
special
mattresses
with
various
jets
coming
from
above.
Vodder
Massage:
Manual
lymph
drainage
massage
technique.
Waxing:
Removal
of body
hairs
with hot
wax.
Weight
Lifting
Work-out:
An aerobic
exercise
making use
of the
resistance
offered
by
weights.
Whirlpool:
Tub of
hot
water
with
high
pressure
side
jets
creating a treatment
loosening
inflamed
and
overworked
muscles
and
induces
relaxation.
Yoga: Oriental
practice
that
uses
special
positions
(asana)
and
breath
control,
to
stretch
and tone
the
body,
improve
circulation,
calm the
central
nervous
system
and
induce a
meditative
and
all-embracing
state of
being.
Can
also be
classified as a
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