“ People are becoming more and more aware that good sleep is part of a healthy lifestyle . Leaving sleep off the menu at a spa is like leaving one of the pillars of health behind .”
introduced at the spa in the bath or on their body , which facilitates memory of that relaxed time and ultimately assists in falling asleep faster and staying asleep longer .” By teaching sleep-deprived guests to make spa visits a common practice , they may be able to completely remedy their sleep deprivation .
There are many ways in which spas can help their clients get a better quality of sleep as well as an abundance of products to assist with these treatments including aromatherapy and essential oils . “ Spas can really provide a safe , nurturing , quiet environment with holistic treatments that will help one let go of tensions to feel more grounded and start their healing journey ,” says Judith Bourgeois , director of education and sales at Shankara Inc ., an ayurvedicinspired natural skincare company based in Uvalde , Texas . Shankara ’ s Calming Body Oil and Calming Essence ( aromatherapeutically designed to address sleep conditions ), Hair and Scalp Oil or Shirodhara Oil ( for professional use only ) are products that assist with sleep issues both at the spa and once the client goes home . Using products specifically designed for with a more restful sleep . “ People who are struggling to sleep due to overstimulation and stress need help unwinding ,” says Alberico . “ Spas can provide atmosphere , education and treatments that foster stillness , mindfulness and wellness . Spas can utilize many holistic approaches to sleep disorders ranging from acupuncture , aromatherapy , parasympathetic massage techniques and more . Any treatment that helps a guest unwind and relax will ultimately reduce their overall stress .”
Nancy Deaton , spa director at The Lodge at Woodloch in Hawley , Pennsylvania feels strongly that being away from the stressors and anxieties of everyday life will allow guests to feel what it is like to ease into a relaxed state of mind . When spagoers seek theracalming or sleep therapies will help guests into a genuinely relaxed state , which they will eventually learn to mimic at home .
Stressed Customers Looking to Spa “ Since quality of sleep is important to the overall wellness of an individual , in addition to the physical therapeutic elements of a traditional spa experience like body work or skin care , guests look to spa professionals to aid in that wellness ,” says Kate Morrison , spa director at The Ojai Valley Inn & Spa In Ojai , California .
Continued ISPA research proves that the number one reason people go to the spa worldwide is to relieve stress . Reducing stress has a direct correlation
“ People are becoming more and more aware that good sleep is part of a healthy lifestyle . Leaving sleep off the menu at a spa is like leaving one of the pillars of health behind .”
Therapists should use every tool in their wheelhouse to address the needs of their sleep-deprived clients . peutic treatments for sleep disorders , they are typically seeking ways to unwind and relax . The development of treatments in the spa industry that cater to those suffering from sleep disorders has now become more important than ever and the availability of these treatments in the spa environment is highly sought out by clients visiting spas .
“ People are becoming more and more aware that good sleep is part of a healthy lifestyle ,” says Deaton . “ A good night ’ s sleep is monumental in making good decisions , staying in a good frame of mind , feeling active , looking beautiful and even maintaining a healthy weight . Leaving sleep off the menu at a spa is like leaving one of the pillars of health behind .”
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