Spa glossary V-Z
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Vacuomobilization
A technique using suction cups of various strengths and sizes to help reduce the signs of wrinkles, scars and sagging.
Vata
One of three Ayurvedic body functions, referring to blood, circulation and healing.
Vichy Shower
A cushioned mat or table with water jets suspended over head; often used in various treatments to rinse the body of mud, oils or other remnants, while also improving circulation.
Vishesh
Deep muscular massage designed to improve circulation and break up knots within the muscle spindles.
Vacuomobilization
A technique using suction cups of various strengths and sizes to help reduce the signs of wrinkles, scars and sagging.
Vata
One of three Ayurvedic body functions, referring to blood, circulation and healing.
Vichy Shower
A cushioned mat or table with water jets suspended over head; often used in various treatments to rinse the body of mud, oils or other remnants, while also improving circulation.
Vishesh
Deep muscular massage designed to improve circulation and break up knots within the muscle spindles.
W
Watsu
A relaxing massage treatment performed in a warm pool of water, combining shiatsu and deep tissue massage along with stretches to relieve stiffness.
Waxing
Hair removal treatment using hot or cold wax.
Whirlpool
A heated pool with high-pressured jets that circulate water. Jets are focused on pressure points in order to reduce stiffness and relieve tension and aches in muscles.
Watsu
A relaxing massage treatment performed in a warm pool of water, combining shiatsu and deep tissue massage along with stretches to relieve stiffness.
Waxing
Hair removal treatment using hot or cold wax.
Whirlpool
A heated pool with high-pressured jets that circulate water. Jets are focused on pressure points in order to reduce stiffness and relieve tension and aches in muscles.
Y
Yoga
Toning the body through various stretches and postures (known as asanas) using controlled breathing and concentration to improve circulation, strength and flexibility.
Yoga
Toning the body through various stretches and postures (known as asanas) using controlled breathing and concentration to improve circulation, strength and flexibility.
Z
Zen
Zen
Zen is a form of Mahayana Buddhism, which originated in China,
and is generally focused on meditation to achieve enlightenment.