Glossary Terms

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Tanning Beds

A tanning bed is a machine that emits ultraviolet radiation that produces a cosmetic tan.

Tarot

Tarot readings offer clarity to important life questions as well as a deeper understanding of oneself. This ancient tool is a mirror into the unconscious mind. Readings give insight and guidance for personal growth and transformation.  

Thai

Traditional massage without oil that utilizes pressure on pressure points, muscles and ligaments and manipulations to elongate the spine, stretch joints and relieve tension. Elicits a feeling of well being, energy and flexibility.

Thai Face Slapping

Other Name(s):
Massage Boxing, Face Slapping Natural, Face Slapping Facial

Definition of Offering:
A treatment that includes pinching and working the skin with light slaps to shrink pores and remove wrinkles.

Thalassotherapy Bathing

Thalassotherapy uses the healing and beneficial properties of the sea (which is rich in minerals, micro elements and vitamins) and the marine environment for health and wellbeing. Thalassotherapy baths when heated up to just over 90 degrees Fahrenheit have various therapeutic benefits.

Therapeutic Touch

A form of laying on of the hands which creates a balance by transmitting energy and releasing energy blockages. It is a method of drawing and channeling the healing forces within and around us.

Threading

Removal of facial hair, especially from the eyebrows, using a looped and twisted thread.

Trager Approach

Utilizing gentle, non-intrusive, natural movements, The Trager Approach helps release deep-seated physical and mental patterns and facilitates deep relaxation, increased physical mobility, and mental clarity.

Trigger Point Therapy

A technique which seeks to free the body from the grip of tight connective tissue to restore normal alignment and function and to reduce pain. Mild, sustained pressure is applied in order to gently stretch and soften the tissue. Trigger point therapy is used to treat neck and back pain, headaches, sports injuries and other conditions.

Tui Na

The literal meaning of tui na is “push and grasp”, which is the main technique used.

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