A 2020 study found that 75% of massage therapists had experienced sexual harassment or assault from a client at least once. Inappropriate behavior from clients …
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Onsen bathing is really good for you (study)
A study has found that onsen bathing in the evening hours is linked to lower prevalence of hypertension in older adults A new study has …
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The most stressed out cities and countries
A new study has ranked the most stressed out cities in the USA. Is yours one? A recent study ranked the most and least stressed …
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Four predictions about the future of spa and wellness
What is the future of spa & wellness? Let’s talk about some of our predictions for the immediate and less immediate future. We’re talking about …
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Spa in the metaverse: the technology shaping the future
The spa is coming to the metaverse with technologies that will allow us to travel, interact, smell, and feel touch. Here’s what we can expect …
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The 2022 Forbes-Travel Guide Star Award winners
Forbes Travel Guide has released the latest list of Star Award winners. Check out the list of new Five-Star spas. Forbes Travel Guide (FTG), the …
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How building design impacts wellbeing & the spa experience
Design for health and wellbeing is a burgeoning field of research and study. Here’s how building design impacts wellbeing & the spa experience. The built …
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How light impacts wellbeing & the spa experience
The best light for relaxation in your spa environment includes natural light and possibly blue light, according to research. Here’s how light impacts wellbeing and …
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How sound impacts wellbeing & the spa experience
The sound of your spa environment has an impact on how people feel when they’re in it. Here’s how sound affects stress levels and the …
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Is this the best smell in the world?
What’s the best smell in the world? Researchers set out to find out. Here’s what they learned. You’ve probably heard it said that, while there …
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