Articles

March 30, 2023

Economies of Scale for Wellness Practitioners
Buying lotions in bulk quantities usually results in a lower cost per unit. This is because larger quantities of lotions can be purchased at a discounted price. Additionally, some lotions may be more expensive than others, and buying in bulk can help to offset the cost.
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March 5, 2023

The Benefits of Aloe Vera Products for Skin
Research shows that Aloe is effective against such skin conditions as psoriasis, skin ulcers, and painful burns. Aloe vera is packed with anti-inflammatory properties that reduce redness and irritation. It’s also a natural antiseptic and antibacterial solution.
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February 26, 2023

Association Listings for Registered Therapists
It may seem like an afterthought, but nearly all professional therapist associations provide listings for their members on so-called "therapist finders." In fact, these listings are a fantastic way to quietly market your business, whether you operate on your own or from a shared clinic.
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February 10, 2023

Diffuser Oil Recipes for Valentines Day Fun
This Valentine week have some fun with essential oils. It is so easy to put a few drops in a diffuser or make a room sprays to make a room smell inviting, warm and cozy. Here are some popular "Valentine" fragrance blends using essential oils.
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February 6, 2023

Linens and Modesty - Providing Client Comfort
Massage therapy is inherently sensual. The therapist's trained hands understand the muscle groups and fascial tissue that can seize and cause pain to the client, and kneading these muscles with skill can provide immense relief. The client must trust the therapist and surrender to the treatment.
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January 25, 2023

Aromatherapy in History and Culture
The word ‘aromatherapy’ first appears in René-Maurice Gattefossé’s book Aromatherapy: Essential Oils, Plant Hormones, in 1937. The therapy began seeing wider recognition in the 1960s and 70s, hand in hand with the exploration of New Age concepts and Eastern spirituality.
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January 16, 2023

Keeping Clients Cozy - Therapy in the Winter
Spa robes are designed to comfortably cover the whole body, and they are manufactured with coziness in mind. They may be made from soft, absorbent terry cloth, microfiber, or waffled cotton. In each case, they provide warmth and coverage for clients before, during, or after treatments.
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January 9, 2023

New Spa Supplies
Most of our valued customers are Registered Massage Therapists and physiotherapists, but we also proudly serve salons and spas. These venues extend beyond the therapeutic into the realm of luxury body treatments. A visit to the spa might well involve a massage, but the client may also be treated to skin treatments, depilation, baths, and other spa supplies.
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December 28, 2022

Oils vs. Lotions for Dry Winter Skin
The question of whether to apply massage oil or massage lotion during treatment, is largely up to personal preference, both for the therapist and client. Massage oils may work a bit better after the client has washed, and the skin is still damp. It would help to seal in that moisture and produce glowing skin. But in terms of therapeutic treatment, lotions may have a more immediate effect treating skin that is already dry or inflamed.
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