The summer is the perfect time to boost your regular dose of self-care, and the spa is the perfect place to start. The spa has long been revered as a source of relaxation and reprieve where women can rejuvenate the mind, body and spirit. Traditional spa treatments are enough to make you feel like a new person, but the newer more experimental methods may make you never want to go home. From classics like Swedish massages to trends like vampire facials, check out this list of the 9 best spa treatments every woman should try.
Snail Slime Facial
This might be your worst nightmare come to life, but many experts swear by what is called the snail slime facial. Experts say that the hyaluronic acid in snail slime is very good for the skin, and helps draw water to the skin’s surface for better hydration.
Cryotherapy
Not only is this spa treatment great for its anti-aging benefits, but any excuse for a cold blast of air during the summer has got to be good for something. Cryotherapy is also known for boosting energy, aiding in healing injuries, and decreasing inflammation.
Body Botany
This amazing treatment takes the cucumber-over-the-eyes classic to the next level. Body botany scrubs utilize fresh plants and herbs like hibiscus, lemon and rosemary combined with ingredients like coffee and shea butter. This makes for one of the most refreshing exfoliation treatments you’ll ever experience.
Vampire Facial
This may be the weirdest treatment on the list, but celebrities like Kim Kardashian swear by it. Leading dermatologists say that the platelets and plasma in a person’s blood can stimulate collagen production, reducing wrinkles and smoothing out the skin.
Hot Stone Massage
Hot stone massages are amazing for increasing blood flow and promoting relaxation and full body, restorative healing. Hot stones are also beneficial at targeting specific areas or key points of the body that need work.
Caviar Mask
For a rejuvenated look for that big event or special romantic night, a caviar mask is the perfect solution. Experts say that caviar is great for quick skin tightening and elimination of small wrinkles.
Radio Frequency Facials
With this innovative beauty procedure, you can expect improve skin tightness, firmness and contouring. It involves heating the skin with targeted radio frequency for approximately 30-40 minutes. Many report seeing results in the same day.
Traditional Massage
There is nothing like a deep tissue or Swedish massage to rejuvenate you after a long month or year. Swedish massages can reduce stress and pain, as well as alleviate anxiety and physical tension. Deep tissue massages are great for aiding chronic pain issues and treating the body with deeply applied pressure.
CBD Massage
If you need to take your traditional massage up a notch, try a rub down with CBD-infused oils. CBD massages are wonderful at healing the body and reducing stress. CBD is also said to help with inflammation, pain, and even. Some studies even suggest CBD’s benefits on collagen production and skin elasticity.