While you are trying to eat healthy and well-balanced meals, working out for hours in the gym as well as not trying to be a workaholic, there still can be something missing in your life. Relaxation and unwinding after a hard week at work is very important and that cannot always be achieved by writing in your journal or going for a walk.
However, a great way of relaxing after working hard all week is going to a spa to get some of the best spa treatments. Although as a man, you might think that getting spa treatments is a feminine thing and not made for you. However, spa treatments are made for all genders and won’t make you any less of a man. After all, you deserve some pampering as well!
When it comes to getting a spa treatment, many men often get confused and have no idea about what kind of spa treatment they should opt for. With so many spa treatments available at a spa, it is hard for a man to decide what is good for him. Keeping that in mind, we have listed out some of the best spa treatments that a man can go for at a spa.
Massage
After a hard time at work, which man can say no to a massage? When you go to a spa, you will be provided with a number of massages from which you can opt for. One of the massages you can go for is the Sports Massage. This is mostly made for athletes and sports players to prevent as well as treat injuries. Once the injury has been healed, the massage works on the border to circulate more blood into the muscles that require nutrients as well as oxygen to get repaired.
Apart from that, you can go for the Deep Tissue massage which includes slower strokes during the massage with added force to target the deeper layers of the muscle as well as the connective tissue. Another massage that a man can go for is the Swedish Massage which includes long kneading strokes as well as circular movements to relax the muscles.
Next, is the Hot Stone Massage in which warm stones are placed on various parts of your body. It balances the energy flow to increase the healing in your body. Last, but not the least is the Trigger Point Massage, in which the tight muscle fibres on your body are pressed, which are developed due to certain injuries and helps to relax the muscles.
Facial
Facial can perhaps be the first treatment that you go for if you are new at the spa experience. If you don’t really believe in taking care of your skin, a facial will be an amazing spa treatment for you as well as your skin. You don’t have to worry, it will be performed by a licensed professional to address your skin. A facial usually includes cleansing, exfoliation, massage, extractions, and a mask.
You might be familiar with this concept if you are into skincare at home, however some men have no idea about it. They usually just wash their face and don’t even moisturise their skin. Traditionally, facials were used to treat acne, however, now it is being used at a broader range, and not just by women but men as well.
A man should get a facial once in every four to six weeks and as the seasons change, they should be welcomed with a new facial everytime. They are known as a power wash for your skin and work as a detox for your face. As facials include deep and thorough cleansing of your skin as well as steaming, they let go of the dust and pollutants in your pores as well as the blackheads on your skin better than a blackheads strip.
Apart from that, they safely get rid of any pimples on your skin, leading to a clean and improved skin. You will also be provided with a deeper exfoliation than you can get at home, removing dead skin, improving skin tone as well as reducing the size of the appearance of the pores. Getting a facial can be quite relaxing for a man.
Steam Rooms
Steam rooms are enclosed rooms which are heated with steam generators and are available at every spa for relaxation as well as recovery. The temperature of a steam room is usually from 110 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit where you are supposed to sit in the steaming heat.
While a steam room is known to relax you a lot, it has a lot of health benefits as well. Some of these health benefits include clearing congestion, improving your skin’s health, lowering your blood pressure, improving circulation, reducing bronchitis symptoms, repairing workout injuries as well as lowering joint stiffness.
Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy, also known as aquatic therapy, is a water based spa treatment which can be very relaxing for men. During this spa treatment, your body will be blasted with high-pressure underwater aqua-jets that will open your pores, tone your skin as well as boost circulation. This spa treatment can not only be relaxing but fun as well.
Also, if you have arthritis, hydrotherapy will help you in improving strength as well as general fitness. It will slowly and gradually help you in building up your flexibility as well.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a spa treatment in which thin needles are inserted into your skin at the strategic points of your body. Known to be a traditional Chinese medicine, it is used to treat pain as well as overall wellness, such as stress management. This spa treatment is a technique for balancing the flow of energy or life force, known as chi or qi (chee), believed to flow through pathways or meridians in your body. By inserting these needles into these specific points in your body the energy flow in your body rebalances.
Acupuncture also stimulates nerves, muscles and connective tissue, working as your body’s natural painkiller. When you go for an acupuncture treatment, the practitioner examines the parts of your body that are in pain, the shape, coating and the colour of your tongue, the colour of your face as well as the strength, rhythm and quality of the pulse in your wrist.
The needles that are inserted are very thin so they might make you feel a little discomfort. Around five to 20 needles are inserted and you might feel a bit of an aching sensation. However, some people don’t feel them inserted at all. You need to lie down and relax while they have been inserted.
Pedicure/Manicure
No matter how tough or masculine you may be, getting a pedicure and manicure is a must for a man. It is a part of your personal hygiene as well as grooming and it is never too late for a man to get these done at a spa. These treatments deeply clean and file your nails as well as remove the dead skin cells from your hands and feet.
Apart from that, they hydrate your hands and feet as well as cut back the excess cuticle. Along with that, a pedicure and manicure exfoliate the skin and deeply cleanse it, getting rid of all the dirt as well as the pollutants accumulated in the skin of your hands and feet.
Conclusion
Whether you are a construction worker, an investment banker, or the CEO of a multinational company, you too need to unwind and relax at the end of the day. You can’t just keep working without any sort of relaxation. And a spa treatment is the right way of unwinding, whether you go once a month or once a week. After all, you need some rest as well.
Whether you choose to go for a local spa, nearby your house or a luxurious spa, keep the above given spa treatments in mind. A good massage is the key to losing all that stress that has built up in your shoulders. On the other hand, a facial, no matter what type you go for, is the right way to take care of your skin and give it a natural glow.
Going for a steam room can definitely boost your health and make you less lethargic. And if you are going through arthritis, hydrotherapy might just be what you need to become more active as well as flexible. Although, if you are dealing with body pain, try out acupuncture; it might be helpful. Last but not the least, groom yourself well by going for regular manicures and pedicures.
These are just a few of the best spa treatments that we have listed for you; there is much more in store for you once you hit a spa. You will not be able to realise how relaxing it feels once you get a spa treatment done. You could also go to the spa with your partner, if you feel awkward to go all by yourself. Couples massages are always welcomed by spas and you could opt for it as well.