Glossary

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  • Day Spa

    A spa offering a variety of professionally administered spa services- facials, body treatments – wraps/scrubs, manicures/pedicures, bathing, massages and the like to clients on a day use basis.

  • Dead Sea Mud Treatment

    Applications of mineral-rich mud from the Dead Sea in Israel. Used to detoxify skin and body; also used to ease painful symptoms of rheumatism and arthritis.

  • Deep Cleansing Facial

    Use of sophisticated machines or manual techniques to open pores, extract blackheads by hand, purify skin, close pores, and revitalize skin.

  • Deep Tissue Muscle Massage

    A massage technique separates muscle groups and loosens fascia (a thin layer of connective tissue covering and supporting or connecting the muscles or inner organs of the body) so as to bring about the realignment of the body and freedom of movement.

  • Destination Spa

    A venue that provides accommodation, spa treatments and other services and activities. This could be a Spa Wellness Retreat, Spa Resort, Spa Hotel or Spa Retreat.

  • Detox

    The cleansing of the inner body of accumulated toxins in the way of diet, exercise or potions for a healthier and clearer appearance and feeling.

  • Dry Body Brushing

    Intended to remove dead layers and impurities while stimulating circulation of the skin. This is one of many exfoliation techniques used as a pre-treatment for mud and seaweed body masks. The body is brushed in invigorating, circular motions to remove dead skin, followed by the application of moisturising lotion that leaves the skin silky smooth, alive, and glowing.

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