Body Wellness (Spa/Facial/Foot Reflex)
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Why?
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prevent expire
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is pop the joints
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Take a sauna, live longer - study
MIAMI (AFP) - Men who regularly visited a sauna lived longer and were less likely to die of sudden heart attacks than men who did not visit as often, said a Finnish study out Monday.
In often frigid Finland, going to the sauna is a popular activity, and is believed to confer good health and relaxation.
While other studies have examined the link between better circulation and sauna use, the latest study in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Internal Medicine looked at the link between sauna bathing and the risk of sudden cardiac death, fatal coronary heart disease, fatal cardiovascular disease and dying from any cause among a group of 2,315 middle-aged men (42 to 60 years old) from eastern Finland.
The men - all of whom went to saunas but some more often than others - were tracked for a median, or midpoint, of 21 years.
Comparing the risk of sudden cardiac death among those who reported going to sauna once a week to those who went two to three times, the more frequent sauna-goers had a 22 per cent lower risk of sudden cardiac death.
Those who went four to seven times a week had a 63 per cent lower risk than those who went once.
Similarly, coronary heart disease risk was 23 percent lower for two to three bathing sessions per week and 48 percent lower for four to seven sauna sessions per week compared to once a week, the study said.
And the risk of dying from heart disease was 27 percent lower for men who took saunas two to three times a week and 50 percent lower for men who were in the sauna four to seven times a week, again compared to those who went once per week.
When researchers looked at the risk of dying from any cause, they found sauna bathing two to three times per week was associated with a 24 per cent lower risk.
Going to sauna four to seven days a week was linked to a 40 per cent reduction in death risk.
Staying more than 19 minutes in the sauna also appeared more beneficial than staying less than 11 minutes in the hot, wood-panelled room.
"Further studies are warranted to establish the potential mechanism that links sauna bathing and cardiovascular health," said the study, led by Jari Laukkanen, of the University of Eastern Finland.
Some previous studies have found saunas are linked to improved heart health, but none have proven cause and effect, or explained exactly how saunas may be helping the body.
"Although we do not know why the men who took saunas more frequently had greater longevity (whether it is the time spent in the hot room, the relaxation time, the leisure of a life that allows for more relaxation time or the camaraderie of the sauna), clearly time spent in the sauna is time well spent," wrote JAMA Internal Medicine editor-in-chief Rita Redberg of the University of California, San Francisco.
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What Is A Facial?
A facial is one of the best ways to take care of your skin, especially when it's given by an experienced, knowledgeable esthetician. A facial cleans, exfoliates and nourishes the skin, promoting a clear, well-hydrated complexion, and can help your skin look younger.
A facial is the second most popular spa treatment after a massage. A facial works best when it is part of an on-going program of skin care.
The Basic Steps of a Facial
- Consultation. A facial should begin with a consultation. The esthetician might have you fill out a form that has questions about your skin concerns, your diet, how much water you drink, drugs and supplements you take, and products you are currently using. This can affect your skin and what kind of treatments she recommends.
- Cleansing. After wrapping your hair with a towel or headband, the esthetician begins a facial with a thorough cleansing, using cotton pads, esthetician wipes or sponges.
- Skin Analysis. The esthetician covers your eyes and looks at your skin through a brightly lit magnifying lamp. He or she is determining your basic skin type (dry, oily, combination, sensitive or normal) and skin conditions (acne, blackheads, whiteheads, aging, sun-damage, dehydration, etc.) The esthetician then chooses the appropriate products and treatments, and consults with you about what he or she sees and recommends.
- Steam. Most facials use a machine that directs a thin vapor of warm steam to your face. This is relaxing and helps softens up any blackheads and whiteheads to be extracted. If you have very sensitive skin, the esthetician may not use steam.
- Exfoliation using a mechanical or chemical exfoliant. Mechanical exfoliants have a gritty texture that rubs away the surface dead skin cells. This type of exfoliation usually happens during the steam. Chemical exfoliation uses enzymes and acids to loosen the bond between skin cells. A gentle enzyme treatment can be done during the steam. Strongerchemical peels, which vary in intensity, can be a stand-alone treatment or part of the facial. It is not generally an "upgrade" and done in a series. It is not done with steam.
- Extractions. This is the removal of blackheads or whiteheads if you want it and need it. People have different pain tolerance for extractions. They can be uncomfortable, especially on thin or ruddy skin. Extractions can cause broken capillaries and discoloration if done improperly. Watch a video of extractions being performed.
- Facial massage using classic strokes like effleurage to both relax you and stimulate your skin and facial muscles.
- Facial mask targeted to your skin type (dry, oily, combination, sensitive, mature) and condition. During the facial, the esthetician should stay in the room and give you a scalp massage or some other service. If they leave the room to let you "relax," don't go back.
- Final application of toner, serums, moisturizer and sunscreen if it's daytime.
- Advice on home skin care. The esthetician will tell you how she thinks you can take better care of your skin and recommend products. Some people feel uncomfortable with this step because it involve product recommendations, but it is part of her job. You aren't obligated to buy anything, and he or she shouldn't be too pushy or make you feel bad about your skin.
Who Gives a Facial?
A professional facial should be given by a licensed esthetician with special training in skin care.They are sometimes also called facialists. A cosmetologist is legally allowed to give facials, but their primary training is in hair, so, in my opinion, they aren't the best choice. You also want to find an esthetician who is knowledgeable, fastidious, and passionate about their work.
How Much Does a Facial Cost?
At a minimum, a facial usually starts around $80 at a day spa and can go much highe atdestination spas, resort and hotel spas. Special masks and serums also make the price higher.
How Often Should I Get A Facial?
It varies from person to person. Ideally, get a facial monthly because that's how long it takes the skin to regenerate. Try to have a facial at least four times a year, as the season changes. You may need it more frequently if you are trying to clear up a case of acne, especially at the beginning. Otherwise, once a month is plenty. You can overdo it, especially if you have sensitive skin.
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