| The term Thalassotherapy came from the Greek | | | | skin, reduces the appearance of cellulite, boosts the |
| word thalassos which means "sea". Thalassotherapy, | | | | immune system, and improves the quality of sleep. |
| as a practice, originated in beach municipalities in | | | | Thalassotherapy is believed to treat people with |
| Brittany, France in the 19th century. Thalassotherapy | | | | circulatory problems such as hypertension and |
| is the therapeutic use of seawater, and is commonly | | | | arteriosclerosis; respiratory conditions such as asthma |
| used to address skin problems and conditions. | | | | and bronchitis; muscle atrophy and forms chronic |
| Thalassotherapy is intended to tone, moisturize and | | | | inflammation such as rheumatic arthritis. |
| invigorate the skin and body while enhancing | | | | If it's your first time to try Thalassotherapy, there |
| circulation. Seawater contains many healthy nutrients | | | | are a few things you should expect. If you choose |
| such as magnesium, potassium, sodium and calcium | | | | the seaweed wrap, you will be wrapped for 1hour in |
| sulphates. These nutrients can be absorbed directly | | | | seaweed, which is often soaked in herbs prior to |
| through our pores. | | | | your visit. After the wrapping, you will be massaged |
| The benefits of seawater can be enjoyed using a | | | | by the therapist to stimulate circulation. |
| variety of methods such as bathing in warm | | | | First, find a spa near you that offers |
| seawater, applying seawater in the form of a mud or | | | | Thalassotherapy. If you are still undecided on which |
| algae paste, or it can be taken through inhalation. | | | | method you prefer, call the spa and ask them more |
| Seawater and sea salts are often present in shower | | | | information and for recommendations. You should |
| gel, bath salts, mud baths, seaweed wraps, and mud | | | | seek the advice of health professionals before trying |
| packs. | | | | any new treatment. Your Therapist might question |
| Thalassotherapy has many benefits. Seawater | | | | you about your health background to ensure the |
| therapy relaxes and heals as it gently cleanses the | | | | treatment is appropriate and safe. |