SPA: what is it?

Fashionable console "Spa" Today you can see in the names practicallyof all cosmetic procedures. The excitement around this mysterious word sometimes pushes unscrupulous entrepreneurs to give out something completely different under the guise of a "spa" ...
The origin of the term "spa", as well as its correct spelling, has not yet been accurately and actively discussed. According to one version the word "spa" comes from the Latin abbreviation "SPA" - "sanitas pro aqua", which means "health through water". In this case, the word "SPA" is recommended to be written as an abbreviation, i.e. in capital letters.
Another version of the origin of the term connects the occurrence of this word with the spa town of Belgian spa town, famous for its healing mud, thermal springs etc. Because of the popularity of such procedures, the word "spa" has become a household name.
The meaning of the term "spa" and to this day has very vague outlines. In the modern sense, the word "spa" a set of therapeutic and health procedures, one way or another associated with the impact on the human body of water and heat.
As a rule, this complex includesaromatherapy, balneotherapy, thalassotherapy, herbal medicine, visiting the sauna or sauna, various types of massage - i.e. procedures affecting the human body through skin and respiratory system.
Spa therapy is usually carried out on the basis of a special service institution: spa-resort, spa, spa hotel, spa, spa.
Cosmetic tools used inSpa procedures are of natural origin, the latest technological achievements are used in spa centers and spa salons. That's why nowadays spa services are very popular.
Main types of spa treatments
Spa manicure and spa pedicure -these types of spa treatmentsmore and more replace the traditional manicure and pedicure. The term "spa manicure" was first proposed by American manufacturers of professional nail care products.
Spa manicure - this is a gentle, careless care for nails and hand skin and it can be used both in specialized spa salons and in ordinary beauty salons.
Spa-pedicure - this is a careless care for nails andfeet. Spa-pedicure is performed only in specialized spas or spa-rooms, since special conditions and cosmetics are necessary for it.
Some of the most popular spa treatments are various massages, wrapping. These spa procedures are aimed at cleansing the body, relaxation, modeling the figure.
Visiting the bath (Russian, Turkish, Finnish) or infraredSauna - another very popular spa treatment. The wisdom of our distant ancestors, carefully preserved in the bath traditions of different nations, is combined with the latest developments of modern scientists.
Stone therapy - almost the main symbol of the spa. Mysterious and mysterious massage with hot stones affects certain points of the body and promotes relaxation and healing.
Real spa treatments are never too cheap. To achieve effective results, the proceduremust be performed by a qualified master, the preparation of which requires time and cost from the salon. Indeed, quality spa cosmetics are also not cheap, even more expensive are all kinds of devices for hardware spa procedures. Therefore, the moderately high price is quite adequate.
Spa treatments give a sense of harmony of body and spirit, peace and peace - after several hours of bliss and pleasure you feel fresh, full of energy and energy. For a unique opportunity to enjoy the life-giving power of nature, spa treatments are so loved all over the world.














