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SPOTLIGHT ON... Massages With More Spa pros discuss how a few extra bells and whistles can make for an ahhh-mazing massage experience. What can a client expect from a massage treatment at your spa? Cici Coffee, owner of Natural Body Spas in Atlanta: We have a proprietary treatment that consists of a sequence of steps. It's a secret formula that is designed to create an exceptional experience that is consistent. I can't give it away but I can tell you that it incorporates the classic hot and cold modalities and moist heat compresses (rather than Vichy showers). In recent years, we've created more in-room amenities such as higher-quality sheets and bedding, and we use arnica gel from Naturopathica for bruising and muscle strain. We try to pay close attention to the little details that won't break the bank in terms of delivery costs. Alisha Lalji, owner of EM Luxury Spa, serving the Los Angeles and Vancouver areas: My signature massage weaves in Swedish, deep tissue, reflexology, shiatsu, reiki, sports massage, joint release and aromatherapy all into one treatment. I also add on hypnotherapy, which places the client into a trance or meditative state, allowing for a deeper level of relaxation. For clients with recurring pain, I use hypnotherapy "level two", in which I focus on a particular area, address the emotional hold in the body that is causing the tension and then release it. Talia Bright, assistant manager of Milk & Honey Spa in Austin, Texas: We customize our massage treatments by giving clients the option to choose their own aromatherapy program, hot and cold packs, and mixtures of essential oils and body butters. To allow for this we tack on an extra 15 minutes to each massage treatment to give the therapist time to Massage Masters Phytomer Massage Roller and Face Shaper: This duo works together to smooth facial features, tone the skin and mobilize the face muscles. 800.227.8051, phytomerusa.com 32 DAYSPA | T Spheres: Aromatherapy-infused massage balls do doubleduty, combining massage and aromatherapy in one portable product that can be used warm or cool. 800.558.5571, universalcompanies.com NOVEMBER 2013 Pevonia MicroEmulsified Massage Oil Anti-Stress: This rich cream helps to release tension and fatigue and glides onto the skin easily. 800.PEVONIA, pevoniapro.com Biotone Facial Therapy Massage Crème: A botanicalinfused proprietary blend helps to firm and tone. 800.445.6457, biotone.com Éminence Mimosa Champagne Massage Oil: A pairing of Champagne and Tokay grapes promotes skin health, while grape seed oil moisturizes and soothes for a silky finish. 888.747.6342, eminenceorganics.com