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facial
This rejuvenating skin treatment for the face can entail massage, steam to open pores, exfoliation and cleansing, followed by toning to close the pores and a moisturizer application.
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fango
From 'mud' in Italian, this treatment combines mineralized mud with oil or water, and when applied as a heat pack to the body it soothes muscles, stimulates circulation and detoxifies the skin.
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Feng Shui
Mandarin words meaning 'wind and water', Feng Shui is the ancient Chinese practice of object placement in order to achieve energetic harmony with one's environment.
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fitness profile/assessment
A test administered by a fitness instructor or health professional to evaluate aerobic capacity, flexibility and strength as well as resting heart rate, blood pressure and body composition.
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Flotation tank
A salt-saturated tank allows one to float with dim or no light to create an environment of peace, lightness and relaxation.
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Four-handed/synchronized massage
A massage by two therapists working in synchronized movements along the body.
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frigi-thalgo
This wrap entails a cold, seaweed or sea mineral based gel substance being smoothed onto the body then wrapped in a heat-retaining sheet so the body will benefit from absorbing these.
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functional food
Foods claiming to have health-promoting properties beyond basic nutritional functions. Ex. good source of protein, calcium enriched.
