8 guides
Spa & wellness how-tos
- Prenatal Massage Safety: Trimester Guide and What to Expect Prenatal massage is generally safe after the first trimester, per ACOG guidance. Here is a trimester guide, positioning, conditions needing clearance, and cost.
- Body Wrap at a Spa: Types, Benefits, and What to Expect A spa body wrap applies seaweed or mud to skin, then wraps the body for penetration. Sessions cost $100 to $250. Here is what benefits are real and what are not.
- Body Scrub at a Spa: What to Expect and Typical Cost A spa body scrub removes dead skin using sea salt or sugar combined with oil. Sessions cost $80 to $200 and take 30 to 60 minutes. Here is what to expect.
- What to Expect at a Facial: A Step-by-Step Walkthrough First facial coming up? Learn every step -- consultation to SPF -- how long it takes, what to do before and after, and whether extractions hurt.
- How to Prepare for Your First Massage: A Beginner's Guide First massage? Learn what to do before, during, and after your appointment -- from hydration and intake forms to draping, pressure feedback, and tipping etiquette.
- How to Choose a Massage Therapist: Credentials to Check Learn how to find a licensed massage therapist, verify credentials, and ask the right questions before booking. A practical, consumer-focused guide.
- How Often Should You Get a Massage? How often should you get a massage? It depends on your goal. This guide covers recommended frequency for relaxation, stress, chronic pain, and athletic recovery.
- How Much to Tip at a Spa: Gratuity Guide for Every Service How much should you tip at a spa? This guide covers tipping etiquette for massages, facials, nails, and body treatments -- plus when gratuity is already included.