S P A
It means “Salus Per Aquam” in Latin, meaning health from water. The aim is to be healthier by using water and to achieve feelings of refreshment by using water in different ways. Mineral waters and sea water are generally used. The thousands of years of history of SPA begins in Mesopotamia. After being developed by the Romans and Ottomans, it has been further strengthened by the East Asian culture.
SPA encompasses various therapies and care applications that provide physical and mental relaxation. These components transform the SPA experience into a holistic health and beauty ritual.
Water Therapies:
Water-based applications such as jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, hot and cold pools relax the muscles, accelerate blood circulation and ensure the elimination of toxins.
Massage Therapies:
With massage types such as aromatherapy, Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, muscle tension is reduced, stress is relieved and the body relaxes.
Skin Care:
With facial care, body peeling, body masks, skin cells are renewed, the skin becomes smooth and bright.
Body Treatments:
With body treatments such as mud bath, seaweed therapy, salt therapy, the skin is nourished and purified from toxins.
Relaxation Areas:
The quiet relaxation areas offered in SPA centers are ideal for relaxation and mental purification.
Sauna
Sauna use stands out as one of the most natural and healthy methods of resting and revitalizing. It is accepted in the medical world today that it has many positive effects on human health. Sauna has enabled people to have smooth skin and a healthy body throughout history.
Sauna Benefits for Holistic Health
Saunas offer numerous benefits that support holistic health by addressing the body, mind, and spirit. Overall, saunas provide a holistic approach to health by addressing physical, mental, and emotional well-being, making them a powerful tool for a balanced and healthy lifestyle. Here’s how regular sauna use can enhance overall well-being:
Detoxification:
The heat in a sauna encourages sweating, which helps flush out toxins and impurities from the body, promoting healthier skin and a cleaner internal system.
Improved Circulation:
Exposure to heat causes blood vessels to expand, improving circulation. This can help deliver more oxygen and nutrients to muscles and tissues, speeding up recovery and enhancing overall energy levels.
Muscle Relaxation and Pain Relief:
Sauna sessions help relax tense muscles and alleviate joint and muscle pain by reducing inflammation and increasing blood flow to sore areas.
Stress Reduction and Mental Clarity:
The relaxing atmosphere of a sauna, combined with the heat, helps lower cortisol levels (the stress hormone), reducing stress and promoting mental clarity. Regular sauna use may also improve sleep quality by calming the mind.
Enhanced Immune Function:
The heat exposure in a sauna can stimulate the production of white blood cells, helping the body fight off infections more effectively.
Skin Health:
Sweating opens pores and promotes deep skin cleansing, helping to remove dead skin cells and improve skin texture, making it look more radiant and rejuvenated.
Cardiovascular Health:
Saunas can improve heart function by increasing heart rate and mimicking the effects of moderate physical exercise. Regular sauna use has been linked to a lower risk of heart disease.
Respiratory Health:
The steam in some types of saunas can help open airways and improve breathing, which may be particularly beneficial for individuals with respiratory conditions like asthma or bronchitis.
Sauna Usage
You should enter the sauna completely naked or with only a towel, not with swimsuits, t-shirts, bikinis, etc. You should be dry when entering the sauna after taking a shower. You should meet your fluid needs more than enough before the sauna. You stay in the sauna in 15-minute sessions. After leaving, you should take a cold shower or shock pool (shower should be preferred for hygiene) to steel yourself and gain vitality. You should dry yourself and meet the lost fluid needs with water. (Water needs should not be met with other watery drinks). You should rest in an airy area.
The above procedure can be repeated 3 times in a row. You should not enter the sauna with metal objects (watches, necklaces, earrings, rings, buckles, etc.) and plastic objects (slippers, hats, etc.). If the heat is enough for you, pouring water on the volcanic stones in the sauna is not a tradition, it is a method used in some types of saunas for extra warmth. If the sauna is a shared area and there are others inside when you enter, you should definitely ask for permission to pour water because a hot air layer covers the surroundings.