Despite the fact that spa establishments are popping everywhere, there are still people who believe in spa myths. Like with the other myths, a belief on something wrong might create damage to your life. Instead of being able to enjoy all the spa goodness, these myths will limit you from getting the benefits of a spa. Therefore, before you believe on something, it pays to check whether they belong to the spa myths below—and if they do then its best that you trash such belief early on.

Acupuncture can hurt and harm you

Many myths say that acupuncture involves pain. It is possible to feel slight prick when needles are inserted on your skin but most people do not even feel the needle. The needle used in acupuncture is very fine like a hair. There are times though when tiny bruise can be seen on the skin after the procedure, but they are never painful. However, since people have different makeup, there are those who may feel pain with the treatment although a larger percentage will find that they are at ease with acupuncture.

Tanning beds are unclean

This particular spa myth originates from the fact that many people lie nude on tanning beds. Spa centers however are required by law to sanitize their tanning beds after each session. If you feel that this need is not met by your local tanning salon, feel free to question them because it is your right as citizen.

Sauna can lead to hair loss

It is funny to believe the spa myth that people who frequent the sauna are prone to premature hair loss. The heat in the sauna actually augments body’s circulation, which will result to promotion of hair growth. If however the heat setting is above the recommended heat limit then problems can crop in. To ensure that your hair remains moisturized throughout the sauna session, you can rub conditioner into your hair and wrap it with damp cloth.

You must stay naked during a spa treatment

Among the most dreaded spa myths is the belief that you must be naked when availing of a spa treatment. There are numbers of treatments that you can avail of while fully clothed. To prevent yourself from worrying about what you are going to look like during the treatment, you can ask the spa practitioner about the outfit you are going to wear in a particular treatment. Also, while most spa treatments will require you with minimal clothes on, but they will always respect your privacy.

Real men do not attend a spa

While there was a time when spa treatments are only popular among women, things have changed nowadays. The spa myth that tells your man to stop going to a spa is no longer accepted. Even rough male celebrities go to a spa. There are now male specific treatments created specially with men in mind. Nowadays, the spa is a great place for men to relax and unwind. Definitely, this spa myth that men cannot enter a spa should be busted!





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