QUESTION: Recently I was at a spa for a body treatment. One part was a head massage. Now I find that really horrible so I indicated that I would like to undergo something else, for example a hand or foot massage. my request was not acceded to, the head massage was simply discontinued. How do I solve something like this in the future?
ANSWER: "When you get a massage, you want to unwind and relax † As masseurs, we think it is important to let every customer experience the ultimate form of rest. Communication is very important in this regard.
According to the holistic thought body and mind are one † When you suffer from your neck and shoulders, you should not only pay attention to the pain area. Perhaps the pain has arisen due to stress or a wrong body position † It is therefore important to have the entire body massaged, including the feet and scalp.
You always discuss in advance what you like and what you expect from the massage † If you indicate that you absolutely do not want a head or foot massage, you don't have to. A masseur will then take extra time for the parts that you do like.
My advice is to discuss with your masseur what you like and in your case clearly state what you do not like. A good masseur will, especially with a relaxation massage , take this into account. You should be able to feel comfortable and safe. If you don't feel comfortable with a masseur (or a spa), you should not go there anymore. Sometimes someone just doesn't like you, that can happen."
Marjolein de Swart, Aveda DaySpa Amsterdam, www.dayspa.nl
