Benefits of Body Pampering

So much attention and maintenance goes to our face and neck…you’d think our skin actually ends at our shoulders. Cleansing, exfoliating, massaging and moisturizing your entire body should be an integral part of any beauty regime…plus it’s a perfect opportunity for some R & R.

A good full body massage is absolute bliss, and we are all in need of one! At surface level, it feels amazing. Beneath the surface, massage relaxes the muscles, relieves stress, and improves circulation of the blood and the lymphatic system, which releases toxins from the body into the blood - that’s why it’s so important to drink plenty of water after having a massage. But keeping a regularly scheduled massage appointment is more than just ‘me time’; when performed consistently, massage therapy can contribute to your entire body’s sense of overall well-being. Most spas also offer a wide variety of body scrubs, wraps, and masques designed to exfoliate, cleanse, and moisturize skin on the body. Similar to massage, these treatments effect not just the outside but also the inside of the body. Glistening skin, smooth and hydrated down to the toes is not the only benefit; exfoliation techniques stimulate the lymphatic system encouraging and improving detoxification as well. We called on Carrie Ann Parker, Lead Massage Therapist at Drew Patrick Spa, to tell us a little about some of the massage and body treatments they offer... “Our Custom Massage is beyond a doubt best suited for everyone, whether they are here simply to relax and de-stress, or incorporating massage therapy as part of their triathlon training,” said Carrie. “Before beginning the massage, the therapist and client discuss any issues or concerns that need to be addressed. This allows the therapist to personalize the experience by adjusting the focus of the treatment using modalities and techniques tailored to the client based on their needs. Our therapists may utilize warm stones and oils, as well as gentle stretching techniques during the massage. We also offer a CBD Massage, which mirrors the Custom Massage, but begins with the addition of CBD oil applied to tension points and areas of chronic and acute inflammation in the joints and muscles. The CBD oil helps to ease aches and pains by decreasing inflammation. Extra attention is given to the problematic areas with the CBD oil, which is extremely soothing as it is massaged into joints and muscles.” “But, if you’re looking for something special to pamper the skin and body,” continued Carrie, “the Champagne Mud Wrap offered at Drew Patrick is amazing. This detoxifying thalassotherapy treatment begins with the body being painted in self-heating seaweed mud. The mud, which is rich in minerals, stimulates the release of unhealthy accumulations in the digestive, circulatory and lymphatic systems. As the mud gradually heats up, gentle bubbles effervesce as oxygen is released. While the client is wrapped and relaxing in the warm mud, the therapist performs a soothing scalp massage. The mud gets rinsed off in an invigorating 6 jet shower, then a rich finishing lotion is massaged into the skin to lock in moisture. This luxurious treatment must be experienced to truly be appreciated. A word of caution, it is not appropriate for anyone with an iodine or shellfish allergy.” The benefits of massage and body treatments extend beyond the skin’s surface. Consider scheduling them as a regular part of your beauty & wellness maintenance, and not just an occasional indulgence. It is truly time well spent.

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