May is Skin Cancer Awareness month and there’s no better time to talk about how to prevent sun damage. Warm weather is here and it’s important to have a skincare routine that accounts for sun exposure. With the help of Spavia Day Spa products and some helpful tips and tricks to protect your face from the rays, sun damage won’t have to be an inevitable part of your summer! Soak up the sunshine this season without having to worry about free radical formation or the long-term effects of prolonged exposure.
Take your sunscreen seriously
Sunscreen should be your holy grail product this summer so your skin is protected at all times. Any old sunscreen simply won’t do if you are looking for quality protection from the sun. Spavia Day Spa carries IMAGE Skincare sunscreen products that support your arsenal in sun damage prevention.
IMAGE Skincare moisturizers offer broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection and Digital Aging Defense™. They also provide ample hydration to the skin and a subtle glow that we all desire for the summertime. If your skin takes care of that glow all on its own with natural oils, IMAGE Skincare also offers a matte version of the daily moisturizer. If you are looking for a one-stop-shop product, IMAGE Skincare has a tinted moisturizer with SPF so you can get coverage and sun protection in one bottle! All products are infused with a hint of citrus essential oils for a naturally uplifting and calming scent as well.
Applying sunscreen daily may not seem all that appealing when it leaves a white cast on the face and a greasy feeling. Luckily, IMAGE Skincare products are formulated with ECOCert-organic zinc oxide for an invisible finish and weightless feel. Your sunscreen will seep into the skin effortlessly and will sit beautifully beneath makeup as well.
Follow these tips for added protection
- Avoid prolonged exposure and stay out of the sun during peak sun hours.
- Wear floppy hats for added shade.
- Reapply your sunscreen throughout the day.
- Be aware of medications that may make you more sensitive to the sun.
- Wear a chap stick or lip balm with a high SPF.
Spavia means a pathway to wellness. We care about your health at our spa, so we’ve put together a simple guide on how to boost your immune system during these uncertain times. Take a preventative approach to your well-being by following the necessary steps to improve your immunity to germs and ensure your overall health.
Get a good night’s rest
It is a well-known fact that lack of sleep suppresses the immune system. If you want to fight off illnesses, it is imperative that you get adequate sleep. Turn off your phone, have some chamomile tea, snuggle up with a book or listen to soothing music. Getting exercise in throughout the day can also help to increase your sleep. Working out will also improve your mood by releasing endorphins. Sleep deprivation is connected to ailments including heart disease and stroke so seven to eight hours of sleep is recommended to boost your immune system so sleep well!
In order to ensure you get the proper amount of uninterrupted sleep each night, it is suggested that your bedroom be kept at a cool, comfortable temperature. Black out curtains can also help extend your sleep cycle.
Focus on nutrition
Maintaining a healthy diet is an integral part of keeping your immune system high. Good nutrition can reduce the risk of chronic illness and help your body to fight off germs. Maintaining a balanced diet includes a proper intake of vitamins, minerals, fruits, vegetables and food low in fats. Taking Vitamin D supplements will help replace exposure to sunlight while in quarantine. If you can, get out and get a little natural vitamin D with Mother Nature’s sunshine!
Eating well provides a much-needed energy boost while you are spending long periods of time indoors. Caffeine and alcohol are both dehydrating and can ultimately lower your energy. Stay hydrated and maintain a healthy diet to feel your best, to ward off sickness and keep your immunity strong.
Practice Self-care
Taking good care of yourself whether it is cosmetically, hygienically or mentally is proven to encourage a healthy immune system. Practicing habits like maintaining a skin-care routine, staying clean and meditating can drastically affect your overall health. Spavia Day Spa is dedicated to ensuring your wellness through our luxurious and calming services. While we are away, ordering our high-quality, yet affordable products will allow you to bring a bit of our spa home and treat your mind and body. All of our products are paraben-free and we always choose the best products to provide optimal results. We have many products to help support immunity, including our Sencha tea mints, our Patchology masks, our Pure Resurgence salt scrubs and so much more!
An in-person experience at Spavia Day Spa means the opportunity to be relaxed and taken care of. Follow these helpful tips to practice healthy habits and care for yourself until your next treatment. Contact your local spa today to order any of our spa boutique products!
There has been a lot of excitement and talk around CBD oil over the past few years, and for good reason. There are so many physical benefits of CBD infused products including reduced muscle pain, and alleviation of stress. Spavia Day Spa’s CBD boosted massage treatments offer deep relaxation and relief from sore muscles.
Experience the benefits of our newest Cause + Medic products in one of two ways. Receive a full-body massage treatment with CBD infused massage oil and spot treatments with pain cream or receive a CBD pain cream boost with spot treatments on focused areas only. Both methods will soothe and stretch your muscles for a relaxing and transformative spa experience.
The facts:
CBD stands for cannabidiol, which is the cannabinoid in cannabis. It does not contain THC or tetrahydrocannabinol, a crystalline compound that is the main active ingredient of cannabis, so there is no “high effect.” It does, however, provide a deeply relaxing effect.
Cause + Medic products are also vegan-friendly, cruelty-free, plant-based, organically grown and socially responsible. Recyclable materials are used to ship, tape, and box the products to ensure that the production and shipping processes have the smallest impact on the planet as possible.
Cause + Medic products are not only green, but also clean! The CBD products contains ingredients that can only be found in Mother Nature. The formula used can clean soil without harming it and can sanitize plant leaves from dust and debris to promote effective photosynthesis. This also assists in flushing out lines and tanks without the use of harsh chemicals. The focus is to keep plants, the environment and growing tools in the cleanest condition possible.
The benefits:
A hot stone massage is one of the most relaxing, comforting, and luxurious, body treatments offered at Spavia Day Spa. We place smooth, basalt stones that retain heat along the back to deeply penetrate tense muscles, release toxins, restore balance in the body and to leave you in a relaxed state.
The Process:
Before using the stones, the therapist will gently massage the body for a few minutes using oil to warm up the tissues and loosen muscles. The stone are then removed from the pot and cooled to a tolerable temperature for skin contact. The therapist will make sure the temperature of the rocks is comfortable for the client.
The therapist will begin by placing one of the larger stones, wrapped in a towel, near the end of the spine. They will use a stone in each hand to gently glide them up and down the back to spread the tissue and release muscle tension. Longer, pointed stones are used in order to get deeper into muscles, such as the scapula or the base of the back.
The Benefits: