Massages can be a great way to spend time with a loved one in Malta. This shared activity is romantic and relaxing, allowing you both to feel pampered and spoiled. Since you can enjoy a couple’s massage in a special couple’s massage area, you will have this luxurious room to yourselves. You can decide to try the same massage together, or choose different massages that are perfect for each of your unique health needs.

This article will help you choose the perfect treatment for yourself and your loved one, so you can be sure that your spa day will be the ultimate luxury experience!

Stress is a regular visitor in our daily lives, so antistress massage techniques are often just what you need to take a break from it all. Many massages in Malta are great at targeting stress and tension, but Carisma’s Antistress Massage is specifically designed for this purpose. Slow rhythmic massaging to the head, neck, back and back of the legs release tension in your muscles and relax you. Special anti-stress massage oils are used to complement the massaging technique and achieve long-lasting results that even prevent stress-related health problems in the future.

Other massages like the Hot Stone Massage are also great at relieving stress, along with physical aches and pains. Special heated stones are placed all along your body to boost your circulation and deliver even, constant heat throughout target areas. This heat therapy doesn’t just relax you; it also improves your sleep and helps you tackle anxiety problems. Hot Stone Massages also improve your immune system and give you a welcome boost of energy to keep you going.

Another stress-relieving massage you may choose to try is the Ayurvedic Massage. This ancient massage technique uses oil to stimulate your forehead and your body, leaving you in a state of perfect relaxation. This blend of essential oils and herbs is especially created to ease your tension and release all of your exhaustion.

These massages can also become a full luxurious spa experience when combined with complementary short and sweet treatments. Many of these options, like the foot reflexology treatment, foot massage or the Japanese neck, back and shoulder massage, complement the antistress effectiveness of other massages.

If you want to tackle aches, pains and muscle tension, massages like our Japanese Massage, Balinese Massage and Thai Massage target muscle tension and stiffness to leave you and your loved one feeling refreshed. These massages also help you feel energised and relaxed. You may even find that your range of motion and flexibility are improved now that your muscles are no longer stiff. 

These massages can also be helpful to target specific areas of pain or discomfort, as well as boosting circulation to help reduce swelling and improve your lymphatic system. This can also be a way to tackle any inflammation or water retention problems you may be experiencing.

If you simply want to treat a loved one (and yourself!) to a luxurious day out they will remember, a spa is the perfect date idea. Various spa massage treatments can be memorable pampering experiences, especially the Hammam massages. These treatments take place in a beautiful, warm marble room that transports you to a new world of relaxation. 

In addition to the Hammam experience, therapists can use foam massage techniques, a therapeutic massage with cryotonic gel or even an antistress massage to elevate your luxury experience into an afternoon full of wellness. These massages, combined with the Hammam full body exfoliation session, leave you feeling and looking amazing when you leave the spa.

If you wish to turn your spa visit into a full day’s getaway, you can choose various couple’s spa packages that combine massages of your choice with other treats to make your day. In addition to experiencing our world-famous massages, you will be treated to lunch and drink options and have access to luxurious spa facilities for free. You can even take advantage of the option to have your couple’s massage room decorated and candle-lit; an ideal way to help you celebrate a special event.

​Couples massages can be a great way to celebrate events like anniversaries, Valentine’s Day or enjoying your honeymoon in Malta. They can even simply be a way to celebrate your loved one and spend time with them in a special way that will also leave you both with lasting memories and improved wellness. We hope that you can experience the boost our massages offer to your physical and mental health with your special someone.

If you want to spend some quality time as mother and daughter, a day at a luxury spa can be the perfect pampering experience. This guide will share with you some ideas to make your mother and daughter spa day in Malta extra special!

Relaxing by the pool can be an amazing way to take a break from it all and spend some bonding time together. Swimming is an amazing way to gently exercise, and benefits your joints and your heart health. At Carisma, you can even enjoy a day by the pool package that includes sharing a healthy lunch together or enjoying free use of luxury spa facilities. If you wish, your day by the pool can also include a session inside the traditional Turkish Hammam, a facial, or even one of our world-famous massages.

An experience unique to Carisma Spa, this traditional Turkish bath can be enjoyed together to relieve stress and ease tension. This heated marble room helps open your pores to allow your skin to be deeply cleansed and left silky smooth. Your tense muscles are also relaxed, and you can even notice relief from headaches and migraines. Such an intimate shared experience with your loved one has been proven to boost your mental health, giving you both a cathartic release from anxiety.

​Carisma Spa provides a wide range of massage treatments from around the world that can meet both you and your loved one’s specific health needs. From stress relief to healing from sports injuries, you will be sure to find the perfect massage. These ancient healing rituals are well-loved for their health benefits since ancient times, and thanks to our trained therapists each massage is sure to be a pampering experience. You can choose to experience various treatments together, including:

Facials are a wonderful bonding experience to share with your loved one. A therapist will ask you both about your skin type and any skin concerns, helping you identify the perfect facial for your needs. Each type of facial targets specific goals like oil reduction, cleansing or restoring skin elasticity, but all facials will help improve the circulation and collagen production in your face. Facials are also amazing relief from stress, tension and headaches! Some of the facials you can enjoy include:

A salt room is a relaxing space in which you can feel the incredible health benefits of microscopic salt particles, in a process called Halotherapy. This controlled breathing of salt has amazing respiratory benefits as it clears your airways and allows for deep, clear breathing. The salt also clears sebum and buildup from the pores of your skin, and helps with energy levels and sleep problems. If you wish to learn more about the incredible benefits of salt rooms, you can read more here.

​Saunas can allow you and your loved one to enjoy the benefits of dry heat. You will notice the benefits to your circulation and nervous system, since sauna sessions are incredibly relaxing and effective at relieving chronic pain and joint pain. A sauna experience is sure to improve your physical and mental health.

As you can see, there are many ways to spend your pampering spa day together with your loved one. We at Carisma Spa hope you have an amazing mother and daughter spa day, and enjoy a memorable and luxurious bonding experience!

With the opening of our refurbished spa at the Intercontinental Hotel, we wanted to share with you the incredible benefits that a session in a salt room can provide. Salt rooms are such great wellness boosters a type of therapy has been formed around them: Halotherapy. This article will teach you more about salt rooms, Halotherapy, and the various ways they can improve your health.

​The salt room is a relaxing space in which you can inhale microscopic particles of pharmaceutical-grade salt in a controlled environment. This practice was actually discovered in the 1800’s when scientists realised that salt mine workers did not suffer from many of the respiratory problems that others around them experienced. 

Breathing in controlled amounts of salt has a long list of skin, respiratory and lifestyle benefits for people of all ages. This is thanks to salt’s antibacterial nature and it’s high absorbency. While you breathe in the salt, it will gently thin the mucus in your respiratory system, dislodging pathogens, debris and pollutants. Meanwhile on your skin, inflammation is reduced, natural regeneration is promoted and your pH is regulated to its ideal natural level.

​It may sound too good to be true, but simply sitting in a salt room can help improve your skin’s health and appearance. The little salt particles are incredibly absorbent, so they can get deep into your pores and absorb oils that would otherwise lead to excess shine, acne and blemishes. Absorbing excess oil and fluid also reduces swelling and inflammation, which is useful if you suffer from eczema or psoriasis. The salt is also great at dislodging dirt from your skin or inside your pores. All together, you will leave the salt room with visibly improved skin that’s clearer, cleaner and softer.

​With all of the pollutants we encounter on a daily basis, the salt room’s power to improve your breathing is useful for people of all ages. Even if you don’t suffer from any particular respiratory problems, a buildup of pollution in your respiratory system can cause anything from discomfort to serious health complications like lung cancer, strokes, high blood pressure and heart attacks. Salt room sessions counter this build up by helping to remove these toxins and keep your air circulation moving along smoothly. This also prevents these harmful substances from remaining in your respiratory system long enough to be absorbed into your blood, and affecting the rest of your body.

Thanks to salt’s antibacterial and anti inflammatory nature, swelling and irritation is reduced, making your breathing more comfortable and giving your immune system a helping hand. These same properties make a session in the salt room ideal for people who suffer from asthma, allergies or other respiratory ailments.

Salt Therapy During the Covid Crisis
In these times many people have some lasting complications after recovering from Covid-19, especially breathing problems. From congestion to shortness of breath, the anti-inflammatory and strengthening nature of Halotherapy is perfect for some much-needed relief. Your lung function is improved, as well as your immune system, helping in your long-term recovery progress.

​Halotherapy is calming for both the body and the mind. The immune, nervous and lymphatic systems all benefit from salt microparticles, as well as the body’s energy levels and sleep patterns. All of this can improve your mental health as a side effect, but a salt room session also directly helps your mental health by reducing stress and headaches. Unsurprisingly due to all of this, you may even find that your mood is improved.

Salt rooms are also popular among athletes for many reasons. Firstly, the salt room’s improvement to an athlete’s respiratory system will help improve stamina and performance. This improved breathing helps avoid the likelihood of an injury during training, helps reduce the buildup of lactic acid in muscles and the resulting soreness, and even helps reduce the chance of cramps. Better oxygen intake also reduces chances of dehydration, improves heart rate and boosts energy recovery.

​As you now know, enjoying Halotherapy in a salt room isn’t just a simple relaxation session. It will also boost your physical and mental health, as well as your appearance. The power of salt microparticles to improve your life is surprising in itself, and surprisingly effective given how simple and stress-free this therapy is.

Carisma Spa at the Intercontinental Hotel has been refreshed with brand new facilities and stylish decor. In addition to the refurbishments, you can now enjoy a brand new Salt room and treat yourself to a luxurious spa session. This location is ideal for a pampering spa day in Malta, so this article will break down all the facilities you can enjoy during your wellness break.

A Turkish Hammam
Carisma is famous for its Turkish bath in addition to its world-famous massages in Malta, and at the newly refurbished location you can now enjoy a luxury getaway in this gorgeous marble room once again. The marble of this room heats up along with the air to maintain a blissfully warm experience that envelopes you in relaxation. After some time in the Hammam, your muscles relax and your pores open making the deep exfoliating massages that you can enjoy in the Hammam even more effective. This is the ultimate relaxation experience, reducing stress or aches and pains.

Steam Room
A steam room is a cozy experience that allows you to relax and loosen your muscles thanks to a humid heat created by boiling water. This humid head provides unique health benefits like reducing your blood pressure and loosening stiff joints. A session in a steam room also clears your breathing, aiding in the healthy functioning of your sinuses and lungs. The condensation from a steam room also rids your skin of toxins and dirt that it would have absorbed, even opening up your pores for deep cleansing from other treatments.

Sauna
A sauna provides the health benefits associated with dry heat. During a sauna session, your heart rate increases and your blood vessels widen, improving your circulation substantially. This improved circulation has many benefits, including allowing your muscles and organs to receive organs quicker. People who use saunas regularly are even less likely to suffer from cardiovascular health problems! If you have high stress levels, muscle soreness, joint pain and even asthma, regular sauna visits during a spa day in Malta can give you a boost of wellness and help ease your discomfort.

Couple Massage Facilities
Couples’ massages are a wonderful way to spend time with your partner or treat them for a special occasion. Specialized decorated couples’ rooms create a romantic setting in which you can enjoy a wide range of world-famous treatments together, at the same time. A couples’ massage can even be part of a luxurious couples’ spa break that can include free access to facilities, a healthy lunch or even luxury tea or prosecco.

A Brand New Salt Room
Salt rooms are excellent at improving your wellness, especially your respiratory health, making them an excellent treatment to enjoy during current times. A salt room session helps you regain your energy and health, whether you feel generally weak or have recovered from coronavirus and wish to help give your body a wellness boost. 

In fact, salt rooms provide a treatment called Halotherapy, i.e. therapy that improves your health through the breathing of salty air. Halotherapy in a salt room can help relieve various health concerns in both adults and children: asthma, allergies, respiratory concerns, sleeping problems and even skin conditions. These treatments are becoming more useful over time, as the increase in pollution around us irritates delicate membranes in our respiratory systems.

Salt rooms are also great for your mental wellness, as well as your physical health. They provide the benefits of stress relief, and give your mind a break from a constant stream of concerns that may be affecting you during daily life.

​If you wish to enjoy any or all of these facilities, Carisma Spa at the Intercontinental Hotel is ready to welcome you to a world of physical and mental wellness. You can make an inquiry or a booking here on our website.

Unless spa visits are a regular part of your lifestyle, you probably have some questions or misconceptions about what a spa visit entails, and what it can do for you. This article dispels 7 common myths that you may have, and helps you get a little more familiar with the ancient well-loved forms of self-care a spa provides.

There is a common misconception that self-care, especially skincare, is something that mostly women enjoy, so it’s not a surprise that the same myth exists about the spa. In actuality, there are specialised facials for men that consider male skin’s unique needs; for example, cleansing pores that get blocked by the elements, as well as soothing skin that’s dull and irritated after daily shaving. 

Men can also benefit from any of the wide variety of world-class massages available, just like women do, depending on their health needs. You can find a massage essential for stress relief, healing from sports injuries, the release of muscle tension or even simply taking a break from a stressful day.

Spa professionals can also recommend the best professional products for male skin according to your skin type. If you’re unsure where to start when it comes to products, you can take a look at our guide to men’s face products for a breakdown.

It’s understandable to be apprehensive if you’ve never had a particular treatment, or if you’ve never visited a spa at all. Thankfully, expert therapists at Carisma can guide you on what to expect from any treatments you are interested in. Before and throughout your session, you will also be guided on what will happen next if you wish.

If you want to learn more about specific treatments, you can read our articles on the Lomi Lomi Massage, the Thai Massage, the Hot Stone Massage, the Ayurvedic Massage or even how you can best boost your wellness during a Spa Day.

Some people carry the misconception that a facial treatment, for example, may irritate or stretch skin through rough movements, strong products and massaging. In actuality, professional spa therapists know how to massage your face in such a way to stimulate the skin and deep tissue without causing damage. Moreover any products used will be gentle and professional-grade, chosen especially for your skin, so they won’t have adverse reactions like over-the-counter products may have. For the same reason, spa treatments like waxing and body care will cause far less distress and discomfort when done by a professional.

Massages can also be as intense as you wish. For example, while a Thai massage can be intense if you wish to tackle deep muscle tension, you can also ask your massage therapist for a gentler treatment.

While you may enjoy a facial or a waxing treatment at home, there are various reasons why a professional version exists. As you have read above, professional treatments at the spa will be gentle on the skin and cause no damage, unlike their at-home variants. Additionally, professionals have access to years of knowledge and training, so they will recognise your skin and body’s unique needs. They then have access to professional products and techniques to address these needs.

While they are amazing at relaxing you, massages are also ancient healing rituals that can improve your health in many ways. They can improve your mental health by releasing tension and stress, and can even help you sleep better. Massages and facials stimulate better circulation through their movements, as well as help release knots of tension in your muscles. Specialised massages can even target scar tissue left over from a healed sports injury and help prevent future injuries from happening by relaxing the muscle.

Many people are put off visiting a luxury spa out of concern that it is outside their budget. However, spas are becoming more and more accessible with special packages or spa memberships to allow you to enjoy all of the pampering of the spa for less. These also make excellent unique gifts for loved ones. In addition to treatments, these packages and memberships can include free access to luxury spa facilities like a sauna, indoor pool or jacuzzi. You may even enjoy complimentary luxury teas, prosecco or a healthy lunch.

We hope that this article has dispelled some misconceptions about Spa visits, and that you have found out some interesting facts along the way!

​At a certain point, medical equipment and medications become commonplace and tiring. Massage, on the other hand, can act as a grounding exercise for the patient and bring them rest.

Breast cancer happens when the code (like a computer code) in a breast cell mutates or changes. The cell becomes cancerous, attacking other breast cells. Our immune system can fight some of them off, but others can grow into a lump or tumor as they continue to attack. 

While the cause is still unknown, what we can be sure of is that our underwire bras are not causing breast cancer. However, it is certain that the wrong kind of bra will put undue stress and strain on your breasts, so the right thing to do is still to find the best fitting bra for you.

Pain Relief
Breast cancer patients can experience tenderness in their breasts and chronic pain. One possible way to relieve pain, with the guidance of medical personnel, is through a breast massage. The Oketani massage in particular, which focuses on where the breast tissue is connected to the chest muscles, is effective. It also reduces handling of the breast proper, which might be too tender to massage in the normal way. Relieving the tissues of some stress will reduce overall pain. 

One simple massage you can do to yourself is to put the arm of the breast you will massage behind your head. That will free up the area. Then, with your opposite hand, use the three first fingers to slowly and carefully massage around and over the breast in circular motions. 

Decreased Anxiety
Physical activity has long been considered a grounding exercise for therapists. Grounding exercises help patients reactivate their nervous systems, pulling them out of the up and down of emotional responses. A breast cancer patient who receives a massage may see their symptoms of anxiety lessen. These include insomnia, high blood pressure, or mild panic. If they are able to rest and sleep during the massage, it also gives the body and the immune system the boost it needs to help the mind believe it can manage the situation. A regular massage, especially by a trained masseuse who does not need you to lie on your stomach during the session, can decrease anxiety. 

Nausea reduction in chemotherapy recipients
Chemotherapy, especially general chemotherapy, slows down the growth of cancer cells and reduces their attack speed. However, it also slows down the growth of many healthy cells, especially the fast-replicating ones. This is why it is normal for chemotherapy patients to suffer fatigue, nausea, and a general lack of good feeling.

Massage therapy helps relieve general pain by relaxing muscles and reactivating the nervous system’s contact with the outside world. Pain tends to cause muscle tension as the patient attempts to deal with it, but the tension contributes to the overall loss of well being. Anxiety and stress also cause tension that can be relieved by massage therapy. 

Improved mood
If massage therapy is carried out regularly, for long periods of time, it counteracts the buildup of stress and anxiety in a person’s body. Since the tension is not given a chance to build up, the patient’s window of tolerance—for pain, stress, anxiety, and others—is widened.

Breast cancer patients, like all other cancer patients, deal with long term pain, stress, and uncertainty. Regular massage therapy can relieve their tension, decrease their pain, and widen their window of tolerance for the normal stress that comes with battling cancer. These regular times of rest and grounding help them face the continuing fight. 

Reduced fatigue
Pain, stress, anxiety, and chemotherapy all contribute to an increase in fatigue. If the patient persists in their studies or work, or if they are a full-time house wife, they may find themselves less able to manage their day-to-day tasks. One massage therapy session, usually between 30 minutes to one hour, gives the patient time to relax and ignore all emails and text messages. At the same time, they feel themselves relaxing under the therapeutic massage. As their muscles release tension and stress, the body begins to heal and refresh itself normally. In that way, the patient’s fatigue is reduced and they can better handle their daily tasks. 

Better immune function
The immune system works best when it can rest once in a while, and when it is supported by proper diet and exercise, or by external supplemental medical practices such as massage therapy. The immune system requires our body’s energy to fight off sickness and heal, which is why we leave ourselves open to sicknesses when we are tired. 

Massage therapy lowers our heart rates and blood pressure, and makes it easier for blood circulation. Blood circulation is one of the main carriers of healing to all parts of the body. Massage therapy also rests the body, giving the immune system a chance to regain energy and charge up to fight the cancer. 

Relaxation
All of those benefits add up to one simple one: relaxation. Being intentional about getting a massage, or going to massage therapy, also shows us the different muscle groups in our body. As they are identified by the massage therapist, we can also work on relaxing and releasing them when we feel ourselves begin to tense up in that area. Regular massage therapy will also show us how to take more part in helping ourselves relax. 

​Not sure what we mean? Try it out for yourself! We recommend that you start with a very gentle massage, like the Swedish massage, and don’t forget to mention any health conditions to the massage therapist. 

While standards of beauty have varied by region and evolved over the years, one thing has not changed: People have strived to feel and look their best since ancient times. In fact, many of the techniques our ancestors used have been passed down over the generations, and survive today in their modern variations.

From beauty-focused facial rituals to healing massages, in this article you will explore some of the ancient techniques that serve as the foundation for many of our modern spa techniques.

​Hawaii: The Lomi Lomi Massage
The Lomi Lomi massage was brought to Hawaii along with the Polynesians who settled it. Despite being persecuted by missionaries and colonisers as a heathen practice, it endured as a well-loved healing ritual.

The principle idea of Lomi Lomi has held strong to this day: to provide the client with a space that is calming and nurturing, allowing them to connect mind and body. In this space, the practitioner uses fluid strokes, often described as ‘loving’, avoiding excess pressure (especially on sensitive areas). Much like other massage techniques, these movements work wonders on your body’s circulation and lymphatic systems, leaving you feeling refreshed and relaxed.

Native practitioners of Lomi Lomi now perform this massage around the world, since it has become popular and well-loved.

Thailand: The Thai Massage
The Thai massage is estimated to have been developed around 2500 years ago in Thailand by a friend of the Buddha who had extensive medical knowledge. 

The Thai massage is a dry massage technique, meaning that no oils or lotions are used. Pressure is applied to various areas of the body to stimulate circulation while relieving pain and tension in targeted muscles. The Thai massage motions may remind you of yoga, and similar to yogo this massage will improve your flexibility, relax you and even improve your sleep!

India: Ayurvedic Massage
Ayurveda is a system of medicine that emerged in ancient India, based on the idea that keeping the body in balance is the best way to prevent and heal illness and injuries. Ayurveda may be the oldest system of medicine that we know of!

This principle led to the development of a massage technique that seeks to balance the client both physically and mentally, since body and mind are seen as intrinsically linked to each other. To this day, this massage technique uses heated oil to stimulate energy points in the body, with pressure and a light touch.

This makes Ayurvedic massages incredibly relaxing and useful for relieving tension and stress, and can be included regularly as part of a healthy lifestyle.

Turkey: The Hammam
Baths have been well-loved for centuries, and the Turkish bathing technique is no exception. The Hammam was one of the first baths to be open to all, leading to their quick popularity in ancient times. Hammams quickly became a popular way of maintaining one’s health, hygiene and mental relaxation, all while socialising with others. 

Nowadays one can experience the same heated marble room alone if they prefer, or with family and friends as our ancestors did. The beautiful marble room with its gentle, relaxing heat helps open your pores and prepare your skin for exfoliation by a therapist. This means that by the time your session is done, your skin has been cleansed deeply, and is incredibly moisturised.

Greece: Clear Skin and Protection from the Environment
The ancient Greeks idolized the goddess Aphrodite, and strived to match her youthful beauty by keeping their skin clear and protecting it from the elements. Face masks were an integral part of their beauty routines, used to remove facial impurities that build up during their day.

Face masks are still well-loved today for the same reason, and are perhaps even more important since our skin is exposed to pollution as we walk in busy areas.

Japan: Exfoliate Old Skin Away
Since ancient times, clear fresh skin has been prized as a sign of beauty and health around the world. Japanese Geishas achieved this skin perfection by creating pastes mixed with sea salt crystals that helped remove old skin through abrasion. Modern exfoliants still work in the same way, and you can still find many exfoliants that include sea salt as a key ingredient

As this article has shown, you would be surprised at how many ancient wellness routines are still alive and well today. Much of our knowledge is based on our ancestors' skills and experiences, passed down to us and improved as we learned more and understood our health better.

Cellulite is a very common problem for many people. In fact, most people will have some cellulite at some point in their life regardless of age or appearance. It can be a normal part of getting older or experiencing natural hormonal changes. Still, it may affect your confidence and body image, so you may decide you want to find ways to improve the appearance of cellulite. You can take various approaches that can be included in your daily routine, so you may wish to identify which of the following 5 tips suit your needs and lifestyle.

A surprisingly simple approach is to drink more water! Being dehydrated can make cellulite appear worse than it actually is, and staying hydrated will have so many other benefits on your health it’s worth a try. In addition to reducing the appearance of your cellulite by plumping and smoothing your skin, water will help improve your physical health. Water can even help you with the other tips on this list, boosting your workout performance and helping you maintain your weight by reducing cravings. Best of all, staying hydrated leads to better moods and mental health.

If you want a pampering cellulite treatment, you may consider spa treatments to help you on your journey. Carisma Spa has treatments specifically designed to tackle cellulite, whether you want to try a one-off cellulite session, or prefer bundles of regular cellulite treatments. These sessions target the abdomen, buttocks and thigh areas; including exfoliation, masks and massage to eliminate excess fat, cellulite, and provide contouring results in record time.

Even spa massages that don’t specifically target the problem can help reduce your cellulite, since the movements stimulate circulation and collagen production which plump your skin and make it healthy and glowing. As an added bonus, massages will ease any physical and mental tension you may have, leaving you feeling relaxed and well.

Exercise can be a good cellulite reduction routine as it firms up your skin and improves your circulation. It can also reduce your total body fat since these fat deposits are the cause behind cellulite. Strength training and aerobic exercise can be useful workouts to tone your muscle and reduce the appearance of problematic areas.

Exercise will also help you feel better about your body, improving your wellness and mental health.

While there are no miracle creams that immediately make cellulite disappear, you may find firming creams, gels or peels help reduce cellulite’s appearance. If you prefer to let these products work overnight, you may even find sleeping masks and night gels that work while you rest. These creams work by temporarily smoothing and firming the skin, so use them in combination with other methods listed in this blog.

Diet can play an important part in tackling cellulite. In fact, extreme fad diets may even be contributing to creating or worsening cellulite problems, since they may actually cause worse fat depositing. Ensure what you eat, whether you are dieting or not, is balanced and nutrient-rich. This will help your body produce more collagen and regenerate cells, which are major bonuses when you want to reduce cellulite

​Cellulite is a normal problem that most of us will experience, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t tackle it if it is affecting how you feel about your body. Many of these techniques also have positive side effects on your physical and mental wellness, so trying them out will never be a loss!

Sports injuries can be an unfortunate reality of exercise or athletic performance. They are commonly caused by overusing muscles or joints, or receiving more force to a body part than it can withstand. This article will provide various approaches to prevention or healing of injuries that one can experience at Carisma spa, ranging from targeted massages to the benefits of using spa facilities.

​Sports injuries can range from cuts and scrapes, to swelling, muscle damage, pain and stiffness, amongst other symptoms. These injuries can be grouped into two categories, chronic and acute, depending on how they occurred. Chronic injuries happen when you repeatedly overuse muscles or joints, especially if you have poor technique while exercising. These injuries can remain hidden for some time until they get worse, or may even seem to be less severe than they actually are, so it's important to take them seriously and consult a doctor instead of ignoring them. Acute injuries occur suddenly when you use too much force, like landing improperly on a joint or sprain a muscle. 

Your risks of sustaining an injury are highest if you haven’t exercised in some time or don’t warm up properly before beginning your workout, so take the time to prepare yourself. Prevention is always better!

Warm Up and Cool Off
Regardless of how often you exercise or how experienced you are, never skip stretching and warming up. This will warm up your muscles and make them more flexible, preparing them for the routine ahead. Cold muscles will be more likely to overstretch and tear, while warm muscles can absorb more impact, movements and bending. You may also try a session in a hot tub for 10 to 20 minutes, as this helps loosen up your muscles as well.

Be attentive to your body as you work out, and know when it’s time to stop. It’s important not to keep pushing once muscle fatigue sets in as you will have an increased risk of injury if you push your body further. However, don’t quit exercising abruptly. After each workout, wind down with gentle stretches.

Gradually Increase Exercise Intensity
If you haven’t exercised in a while, are coming back after an injury or this is your first time exercising, be sure to start off with gentle exercises before you increase the intensity of your workouts. Your body needs time to adapt after all!

If you’re just starting out, have joint pain/damage or are getting older, you can opt for swimming as your exercise routine. Swimming in a pool allows you to exercise most of the muscles in your body while being gentler on your joints. 

Stay Hydrated
Staying hydrated is always important for your health, and this is especially the case during exercise routines. Hydration will support your body while sweating, and will also be exceptionally important if you use the hot tub warming up method mentioned above.​

Injury-Preventing Massages
Since sport & deep tissue massages increase circulation and apply expert pressure movements to your muscles and connective tissues, muscle tension is eased and waste is removed from your tissues, making it less likely that you will sustain an injury.

While specialised sports massages are specifically designed for the prevention and treatment of injuries, other massages can also ease muscle tension and boost circulation, in addition to their own special treatment goals. For example, you can enjoy a bamboo massage that eases muscle tension through the use of a bamboo rod.

Luckily, most sports injuries are minor strains or damage, and these are far easier to treat. You should always follow a medical professional’s advice on how to treat your injury, but the following are viable ways to help your injury heal unless a professional recommends otherwise. It is always recommended to inform the spa therapist who will be performing any massages on you about your injury. They will take special care not to use certain movements or levels of pressure.

Massages
Various massages can be useful in healing your injury, depending on what your specific needs are. Sports massages, for instance, are good at breaking down scar tissue that forms after an injury heals. This scar tissue is inflexible which makes it more likely that you will injure yourself again, so it’s important to restore your muscles flexibility.

The Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage will also be very helpful in improving your lymphatic drainage, clearing away waste from your muscles that will aid in the healing process. Meanwhile, a Balinese massage relaxes your body and will restore your energy after the potentially tiring experience of healing from an injury or having an intense workout.

Spa Facilities
Sports injuries often come with swelling, pain and stiffness, and a spa day can allow you to remedy these symptoms through the use of various spa facilities. Saunas and jacuzzis, for example, have been proven to aid the healing process thanks to the increase in body temperature. 

The same can be said for a session in the heated marble room of the Turkish Hammam. The heat will also ease soreness and calm down inflammation, making it a good option if you want to ease your aches and pains for a while. Your joint pain and muscle tension will also be released, leaving you relaxed and relieved.

Though accidents happen and not all injuries are preventable, keeping the advice provided here in mind can help you prevent needless damage to your body. When an injury does happen, you should now have some tips in mind that can hopefully be helpful!

A spa day with Carisma Spa & Wellness isn’t simply a normal visit to the spa. Spa days include both treatments and access to many different facilities, each providing you with a boost to your physical and mental wellness in their own different way. This blog will break down each of the health benefits of a spa day that you can experience when you visit.

Enjoying a relaxation session in an indoor or outdoor pool can have a surprising effect on your health. Swimming is a great way to exercise for people of all ages, especially since it places much less strain on your body (especially your joints) than other methods of exercise. It benefits your heart health and keeps your heart rate up while building muscle strength in a gentler way than lifting weights. Speaking of muscles, swimming is one of the few exercises that works out almost all the muscles in your body!

Don’t worry, even if you prefer simply relaxing in the pool during your healthy spa day you can still enjoy wellness benefits like reduced stress and a peaceful break from the world.

Saunas are another facility that can be enjoyed during your healthy spa day experience. The heat can have a profound effect on your physical and mental health, leaving you feeling invigorated and relaxed. The dry heat of a sauna will boost both your blood circulation and your nervous system, which is why sauna sessions feel so relaxing. In addition, saunas are great for pain relief and joint tension, making them a great relief for chronic or joint pain.

Given the wide variety of available spa treatments, it isn’t a surprise that you can find a treatment that suits your health goals perfectly. When it comes to selecting a treatment to enjoy on your healthy spa experience, knowledgeable therapists can help you choose a treatment according to specific health needs, problems, or skin concerns. Treatments like massages and facials can be amazing antistress treatments that improve your circulation and release muscle tightness. You will leave the spa feeling refreshed and relieved, and you’ll even enjoy better sleep afterwards!

A wellness spa day can be a unique experience of wellness that you can share with loved ones. Whether you wish to enjoy your group spa day with friends, family or a romantic partner, you can enjoy a shared healthy experience that also improves your mental wellness. Such shared experiences have been proven to increase feelings of self-esteem, and reduce feelings of depression, anxiety and isolation.

Jacuzzis are associated with luxurious relaxation, but they can even contribute positively to your health. Using a hot tub is understandable great for stress relief by easing your tension with massaging jets and hot water. These jets also help relax muscle tension and ease your aches and pains. Soaking in the hot tub before exercise can also reduce your risk of sustaining injuries. Unsurprisingly, this also means that jacuzzis can provide relief from pain.

You may even find that a hot tub session helps you sleep better, since heat can improve the depth and quality of your sleep. This can be a useful solution to try if you are suffering from insomnia. As a bonus, the heat of a jacuzzi can be a good way to lose calories.

As you now know, the health benefits of a spa day extend far from amazing spa therapy experiences, and you can benefit from many free facilities that also boost your physical and mental wellness.