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• Alcoholic beverages are not recommended prior to any massage or facial.  Feel free to enjoy a glass of wine afterward.
   

• Sauna and Steam Rooms may be used before or after a massage depending on type of massage and time of appointment:
  
  - For Hot Stone or Mu-Xing, enjoy the sauna & steam room prior to the massage - never afterward
  
  - For Cupping: DO NOT use the sauna & steam room prior or after your service.  Avoid hot showers within 24 hours of service and drink extra amounts of water.
  
  - Sauna & Steam Rooms may be used pre-or post all other massage modalities 
  
  - Benefits of using prior include warming up the muscles to prep the body for the massage
  
  - Benefits of using after a massage include increased detoxification
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• Hydrate with water after every massage
   

• Deep Tissue Massage: Ice compresses are recommended if any soreness is present
   

• Sport Massage: Stretching is part of the modality; therefore, make sure you wear comfortable clothing (yoga shorts, etc.) 
   

• White Oak Lavender recommended for sore muscles