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Our Ten Year Anniversary Party was a blast!

Thank you to everyone who came and helped us celebrate ten years!  We are looking forward to the next ten.
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Massage is Much More than Relief from Stress.

Massage is a popular method to reduce stress and promote relaxation.  In fact, 26% of the 39 million Americans who got a massage last year say it was for relaxation or stress reduction, and  30% of those surveyed say it was for medical/health reasons*.

Increasing studies show many benefits besides stress relief and relaxation.  According to the American Massage Therapy Association, massage lowers the heart rate and blood pressure, increases circulation of blood and lymph, relaxes muscles and heightens the body's production of endorphins which fight pain.  Massage has been shown to help people with cancer, asthma, depression, arthritis, and many other serious diseases.
 
Relief from headaches is another major benefit of massage.  Studies have shown a decrease in the frequency of chronic headaches and a decrease of the duration of tension headaches.
 
*Survey commissioned by the American Massage Therapy Association.

How can you get the most from your massage at The Spa - Los Gatos? Some people are pros when it comes to receiving a massage.  They've done it many times and aren't shy about letting their therapist know their likes, dislikes and they can just take a deep breath and move right into the relaxation mode as soon as they are on the table.    Others tend to be more self conscious, worried if they are doing things right or wrong, or perhaps it just takes them a while to shift into lower gear.  Here are some tips to get the most from your massage time:

Don't:

• Eat right before a massage.
• Worry about what you look like on the table or what your hair looks like after.  It simply doesn't matter!
• Be embarrassed if you fall asleep or snore. This is actually a compliment!
   
  

Do:

• Arrive early so you have time to decompress for a few minutes in our library before your therapist picks you up.
• Talk to your therapist!  Let them know of any health issues or allergies you may have so they can customize the massage specifically for you.  Communication is key! If the pressure is too hard or too soft, say so! They have chosen this profession so they can bring relief and make a difference to you. They like to know what they are doing is right!
• Breathe normally. 
• Relax your muscles - contracting or hardening your muscles during a massage is counterproductive.
• Relax your mind.  This time is for you to be quiet and be still. Don't review your to do list or feel guilty for not being some place else.
• Drink lots of water after the massage. A deep massage can release toxins and flushing your system with water is the best way to process this.

Aqua Salon   Give your hair the attention it needs after the summer sun and harsh pool chemicals!  Schedule a Kerastase deep conditioning treatment with your next hair appointment.   We are now offering the Brazilian Blowout Treatment and the Keratin Complex Smoothing Treatment - call today for an appointment.

Esque Candles are Back! These wonderfully warm wintery candles were a best seller last year, and they are back in a beautiful assortment of colors.

Want to celebrate the holidays with a special group of friends? 
Come to The Spa - Los Gatos!

You get a 65 minute Signature Massage or 1 hour Signature Facial, and we supply the refreshments while you relax in our private group suite!  Gratuities are included in the low price of $135 per person!

Call (408) 354-5901 for more information and details. Availability is limited.

Have a wonderful, safe and happy Thanksgiving everyone!

-The Staff