Frequently Asked Questions
Massage and bodywork can help release chronic muscular tension and pain, improve circulation, increase joint flexibility, reduce mental and physical fatigue, stress, promote faster healing of injured muscular tissue, improve posture, and reduce blood pressure. Massage and bodywork can also promote better sleep, improve concentration, reduce anxiety, and create an overall sense of well-being.
Massage therapy in specific areas can actually help alleviate some of the uncomfortable symptoms caused by menses. Certain trigger points can be stimulated, and the abdominal muscles can be gently massaged to help ease pains, cramping, nausea and fatigue. Though, it is entirely up to the client if they are feeling well enough to remain in a relaxed position for the duration of the treatment.
You should not book a massage if you have a fever, cold/flu, or a contagious skin infection. There are also other conditions in which your therapist may need to adapt his/her technique (i.e. arthritis or osteoporosis). It is a good idea to get an approval from your physician before you receive massage (cancer, certain heart conditions, and pregnancy). This doesn’t mean you can’t get a massage. But it’s always better to stay on the side of caution.
Due to the natural detox of a massage, it’s recommended not to drink alcohol in the 24 hours before or after a session, as the effects of alcohol can be intensified.
If you choose to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please note we require 48 hours notice. Appointments cancelled in less than the requested time will incur a 50% charge.
Please give us as much notice as possible if you know you are going to be late for your appointment. In some cases, we are able to rearrange the massage therapist’s schedule, but in most cases we will need to shorten your appointment accordingly to accommodate clients scheduled after you.
Body Sugaring is an ancient Egyptian method of hair removal practiced for centuries. The product is 100% natural and made with sugar, water, and lemon. Is also 100% hygienic, body Sugaring uses a free hand method. The hand is covered with a glove and just enough product is picked up to treat the area we need. Body Sugaring is a safe and much gentler form of hair removal. Some people prefer sugaring to other hair removal methods because it’s less painful, better for the environment, and lasts fairly long.
You may experience temporary redness, irritation, and itching immediately after your sugaring session. These side effects are pretty common. If your skin is very sensitive, you may also develop bumps or rashes wherever the paste was applied. All that said, sugaring typically produces fewer side effects than waxing.
You’re on your period
Technically, you can still get sugared on your period.
However, skin can feel more sensitive during that time of the month. You may experience bumps or pimples, dryness, itching, or redness as a result of your body’s hormonal fluctuations.
Hair removal could further aggravate the skin, so you may want to consider rescheduling for the following week.
You’re pregnant
If you’re expecting, it’s always best to check with a doctor first.
Your skin can change in many ways — such as increased sensitivity — during pregnancy.
If your doctor gives you the green light, just remember to tell your sugaring technician so they can tailor your treatment, if necessary.
You have genital piercings or tattoos
It’s best to remove any genital jewelry before your appointment so that it doesn’t interfere with the sugaring process.
If you can’t remove your jewelry, tell your technician. They’ll likely be able to work around it — just know that there might be a few stray hairs where they’re unable to apply the paste.
If you have genital tattoos, sugaring might help exfoliate the area and make your ink look brighter
To make sure that your appointment runs smoothly, there are a few things you can do in preparation:
Make sure your hair is at least 1-inch long — above the size of a grain of rice. If it isn’t, you won’t be able to get sugared and you’ll have to reschedule.If it’s on the longer side — 3/4 inch or more — you might consider trimming it shorter, though your technician can also do this.
A few days before your appointment, lightly exfoliate with a buffing mitt or washcloth to get some dead skin cells out of the way. This will help prevent stray hairs from getting left behind.
Avoid applying cream or oil on the skin the same day. The fatty substance would prevent good adhesion of the epilation product on the skin.
Avoid tanning or applying retinol creams for at least 24 to 48 hours before your appointment.
The day of, minimize your caffeine and alcohol intake to prevent your pores from tightening.
Prior to the appointment, dress in loose, cotton clothing for maximum comfort.
To minimize pain, take an over-the-counter pain reliever about 30 minutes before your appointment.
If the waxing or sugaring was done on your genitals, try to avoid sexual activity for at least 24 hours so as not to rub or irritate the area.
Avoid any activity that could cause sweating, such as working out, and soaking or swimming in water for at least 24 hours.
Avoid direct sunlight, including tanning, for at least 24 hours.
Ingrown hairs happen. Luckily, there are a few ways to prevent these uncomfortable bumps from popping up.
Stop exfoliating the area 2 to 3 days before your appointment. This includes both physical and chemical exfoliation. Exfoliating the day before or the day of can actually cause to over-exfoliate the skin.
To further prevent ingrown hairs, try using an essential oil ( tea tree , lavender )