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In my last blog I promised you some creative ideas to add to your torso treatments.  Many of my favorites are nature inspired or a modern interpretation of an indigenous tradition. All in all it’s a great way to introduce clients to some modalities.

Mother Nature has been particularly kind to the cuddly Australian Koala.  The Koala, not actually a bear as most think but actually a tree-dwelling marsupial closely related to the kangaroo, makes a steady diet of the leaves of the Eucalyptus Tree.

Everyone needs someone who has their back. For my clients I am that person.  For that reason, in addition to my massage techniques, I have always incorporated torso treatments in my protocols.

What’s behind our love affair with the avocado? Not only do Americans love this unique fruit– that’s right fruit not vegetable – the rest of the world has gotten in on the trend.

Not your garden variety sage, but closely related, Clary Sage is a biennial herb that blooms from June to July producing flowers that range in color from white to pink and pale blue to lilac and...

People naturally are attracted to those who have confidence. Confidence doesn’t mean being boastful, either. It means having the courage of your convictions to do what you think is right, being positive things will work out, and handling challenges head on.

Grapes aren’t only good for out of hand eating and winemaking.  For centuries, Grapeseed Oil has been consumed for health purposes. According to the Old Testament, it was an ingredient in Pulse, a dish...

Summer is fast approaching! By time the first day of summer hits, kids are already out of school and parents are trying to get in the groove with their ever changing summer schedules!

Fresh, floral and calming are certainly qualities that come to mind when you think of lavender. In fact, when the ancient Romans needed to unwind; they added lavender to their bath water...

Nothing says as much about your spa or massage practice as your treatment menu. Your treatment menu defines your business and sets it apart from competitors.

When it comes down to looking “pretty as a peach,” clients may not have to look much further than the peach itself.  That’s because there are many skin benefits from Peach Oil, or more...

There’s good news and bad when it comes to Rosewood Oil. The good news is that this essential sweet-smelling oil that comes from the Rosewood Tree, a giant evergreen indigenous...