Nude massages? Tips for pedicures? Learn what to expect -- and what you shouldn't -- on your next trip to the spa.
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6. Never long enough
Never be afraid to tell a therapist or esthetician what areas you enjoy having massaged during your facial or massage.
Massage is the greatest luxury point during a facial. Your esthetician should be spending a minimum of 15 minutes massaging your face, neck, shoulders, décolleté and scalp. If you prefer a longer massage, your esthetician can shorten other areas of the facial to accommodate this.
When experiencing a 90-minute body wrap, 30 to 45 minutes should be allocated towards massage at the end of the treatment. A 60-minute body wrap does not allow for massage allocation however your therapist should be apply a cream application over your entire body at the end of the treatment.
7. If you say it, back it
When your esthetician is explaining a product to you they should explain what the product is and why it will make a difference in the condition you are concerned about.
After using the product for a week, if you are not seeing any change in your skin or are not happy with the results of the product, you should feel comfortable returning the product to your spa to exchange for another product that may be more suitable for you skin type or condition.
8. Cell phones
In order to respect your time and relaxation -- and everyone else's -- turn your cellphone off the minute you walk into the spa. In almost all spas gabbing on your cell is against house rules, so if you find yourself next to another spa-goer who's chatting about last night's rendevous, don't be afraid to let an employee know.
9. In the buff
Although most spas recommend you strip-down for your treatment to increase the comfort factor, it is not mandatory. Every spa should offer you a robe and slippers upon your arrival, so how you choose to lay under the covers is entirely up to you.
10. Tip, please
Tipping is discretionary not obligatory. If you particularly enjoyed the experience and the esthetician, than a 10% tip over the treatment price is typical, but you should feel no pressure to do so.
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