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Massage is a term used for describing the process of rubbing, applying pressure and manipulating your muscles, skin, joints and ligaments. This may include light stroking or firm pressure, and no spa break is complete without it!

There are several types of massage, including;

• Swedish massage
• Sports massage
• Trigger point massage
• Deep massage

Massages are the most popular spa treatment and no wonder; not only does a massage session let you indulge in some precious “me time” it also has proven health benefits:

• Relieves stress
• Improves blood circulation
• Eases aching muscles
• Relieves headaches
• Can help with digestive disorders
• Eases sports injuries

The principles of any massage are the same; it relaxes and eases tired muscles, improves lymph and blood circulation while increasing the production of endorphins the magical hormones that make you feel great.

Note
Give yourself time afterwards to unwind, this will allow your mind and body to feel the full benefits of the massage.

Prices vary but the resorts mentioned above offer massages from around £30 upwards; depending on length of session, products used and special techniques like hot stone massages.

Every day your face is subjected to the weather, sun, wind and cold, it also has to cope with late nights, blocked pores, dirt, and breakouts so we think it deserves some pampering and after all we all want our faces to look their best.

A spa holiday offers a great opportunity for both men and women to indulge in a facial and obtain a healthy glow.

Just like body treatments and massages, there’s a wide range of facial treatments to choose from, but they all should leave your skin feeling cleaner and fresher with a more youthful complexion, in fact one of the best things about a facial are the instant results.

Choosing the right facial can be confusing but the trained professional at your lodge holiday spa are on hand to offer advice whether you want to Detox, cleanse or fight those wrinkles.

Some popular facials include

• Anti-aging
• Deep cleansing
• Exfoliating facial
• Hydrating facial

Make the most of your revitalising facial by not immediately applying make-up and wearing a hat and sunscreen if you are going to be sitting in the sun.

As with all spa treatments prices for facials vary but the holiday spas above offer them from around £30 upwards. Book a spa break with a facial included for an extra treat.

One of the most popular treatments at any spa manicures and pedicures have visible results and make you feel good the process of having your feet and hands massaged, exfoliated and moisturised and adding polish can be extremely relaxing and who doesn’t want to show off their pretty feet in sandals while on holiday. Some therapists may even use reflexology to enhance the experience.

Things to remember

Don’t book a pedicure if you have activities planned for the rest of the day. Some Spa-grade polishes (not Gel polish) take a few hours to dry completely, so you don’t want to be stuffing your feet into hiking boots and going on a long countryside walk. Even private hot tubs can ruin your perfectly manicured nails, so do watch out!

Prices for a manicure and pedicure range from around £15 - £50 once again depending on the length of the session and products used.

Covering a wide variety of procedures including scrubs, wraps and soaks. These can have a double whammy effect of being both exhilarating and relaxing. Whether you’re being wrapped in algae, having your skin polished, scrubbed with coffee and salt, or luxuriating in an aromatherapy hot stone massage, a body treatment is almost an essential part of an indulgent spa day.

Reminder

Have a sauna or relax in the steam room before your body treatment. This will open up your pores, soothe your muscles and let you unwind, so you can fully benefit from the calming experience.

Body treatments can be booked on their own or as part of either a half or full day pampering session. Prices range from approximately £50 upwards.

Each spa offers a different experience for their guests with some providing more bizarre procedures than others. All of the resort spas above offer treatments for both men and women while Eden Spa at the Cheddar Woods resort also offers mini manicures and facials for children and teenagers.

Most of them also offer special soothing massages if you are pregnant so everyone is well-catered for.

Some of the resorts above also offer beauty treatments which includes, waxing, eyelash tinting and threading ideal for a special night out.