Glossary Terms

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Hilot Massage

Other Name(s):
Pinoy Hilot

Definition of Offering:
A Hilot massage is a hands-on healing art that involves intuition and massage.

Hot Plunge

Hot water plunge pool to promote blood circulation and relaxation.

Hot Stone Massage

Specific massage technique that incorporates the use of hot (and possibly cold) stones to help massage and relax stubborn muscles.  Aromatherapy oils are applied to enhance the relaxing nature of this unique service.

Hydradermie

Hydradermie, previously known as cathiodermie, is a facial which uses high frequency and low voltage electrotherapy to rejuvinate and revitalize the skin in order to restore its natural radiance.

Hypnotherapy

Other Name(s):
Hypnosis

Definition of Offering:
Using hypnosis as a therapeutic technique to treat anxiety, phobias, substance abuse, and unwanted behaviors.

Ice Room

A space with low temperatures where the body is cooled and open pores are closed. Upon entering, one walks and occasionally pours cold water on oneself or rubs the body with crushed ice.

Infant Massage

A massage therapy technique that is specialized for use on infants.  In most cases, oil or lotion is used as it would be with an adult.

Infrared Sauna

An infrared sauna is a type of sauna that uses light to create heat. These saunas are sometimes called far-infrared saunas — “far” describes where the infrared waves fall on the light spectrum. A traditional sauna uses heat to warm the air, which in turn warms your body.

Inhalation Therapy

The therapeutic use of inhaled vapors, some augmented with essential oils, as in the treatment to enhance respiratory wellness.

Injectables

Injectable wrinkle fillers used to decrease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles primarily on the face. 

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