Woodhouse Day Spa The Woodlands

The classic Swedish massage is a great introductory massage for yourself or loved ones and is perfect for unwinding and energizing.  Both a Swedish massage and a deep tissue massage are two popular forms of massage therapy .  A deep tissue massage uses some of the same types of strokes as a Swedish although with more forceful techniques to release tension deep in muscle and connective tissue. A Swedish massage is gentler than deep tissue techniques and is a better choice for people who want simple tension relief and relaxation. Swedish massage is great to loosen up tight muscles brought on by daily activities whether working at a desk all day or stressing your muscles by exercising.  The main differences between a Swedish massage and a deep tissue massage are: Technique Pressure Intended Use Area of focus A Swedish massage uses techniques such as long strokes, kneading, passive joint movements, and deep circular movements.  Although these techniques are the basis for...

Facials involve cleansing skin, unplugging pores, exfoliation and extraction and in many cases can help with acne breakouts depending on the type and severity of acne you have.  Acne facials can help to reduce symptoms of acne by cleansing and removing dirt and impurities, reducing excess oil production, inflammation, and irritation. Cleansing facials help to kill bacteria that can cause acne and make it worse.  Cleansing and exfoliation helps reduce inflammation of the skin and improves hydration.  All of which helps to reduce the symptoms of acne.  Cautions with Acne and Facials Facials are generally safe for mild breakouts of acne and can help to remove blackheads and whiteheads, although are not suitable for severe acne breakouts.  In severe acne cases, facials could make skin irritation worse.  An experienced esthetician will be able to help you determine if a facial would help or hurt your skin. Some considerations would be the type and severity of y...

With summer in full swing and sandal season upon us, skipping a pedicure is not an option. It is important to take care of your feet, and pedicures provide many healthy benefits such as proper nail trimming and exfoliation, but when we show off our feet in the summer, we especially want them to look fantastic. Picking the right color is always such a big decision…is it going to go with my outfit tomorrow? My bathing suit? My dress clothes for the work week?  We quickly run our favorite outfits through our mind as we are staring at the wall of endless hues and tones, sparkles, or no sparkles.  Classic bright shades such as pinks, reds or corals will always have their moment in the sun, although according to InStyle magazine , additional trending colors for summer 2021 include a bold neon yellow, chill icy blue, pastel lilac, or a hot pink.  Some of the best color picks for pedicure s this summer season include:  Highlighter Yellow – by Nails Inc., Naked in Neon Nail...

Hot, summer days call us to break out our flip-flops and open toe sandals whether or not our feet are ready for it.  While you start to plan your summer getaways, day trips to the beach or pool parties, don’t forget to plan your pedicure as well. It is easy to get your feet just as ready for summer as you are with a professional pedicure.   A pedicure foot treatment at a professional spa can get your feet in tip-top shape in no time, reversing the winter dryness and months of neglecting your feet.  Heel to toe exfoliation, invigorating foot soaks, and proper trimming of your nails rejuvenates tired, callused feet and gets them sandal and beach ready.  Woodhouse Day Spa: Pedis in The Woodlands The Woodhouse Day Spa helps you get your feet feeling fresh and stylish, ready for showing off those new summer sandals, and feeling great with a soothing heel to knee massage.  With a wide selection of rejuvenating foot treatments, you’ll have to try them all. Enjoy ...

Exfoliation refers to removing dead skin cells on the surface of the skin, either by using scrubs, mechanically with an exfoliation tool or chemically with special facial masks and peels.  Exfoliation is an important facial technique that helps to resolve particular skin problems such as skin texture, dark spots, wrinkles, aging and acne. A professional exfoliation facial provides many benefits that you cannot get at home, although regular homecare is just as important to maintain a healthy glow. Exfoliation Specialists at The Woodhouse Day Spa During your exfoliation facial , your experienced estheticians at The Woodhouse Day Spa will talk to you about your skincare concerns and goals. We make suggestions on quality skin care products you can use at home and how to follow the best homecare program for your type of skin. While here, we can explain the different options for exfoliation skincare to address your concerns, refresh and rejuvenate tired looking and feeling skin.  It...

  Massage therapy is known to relax the mind and body, which is extremely beneficial for pregnant women. A prenatal massage is adapted to address your anatomical changes that occur during pregnancy. For example, during a traditional massage you typically spend time lying facedown on your stomach and lying on your back. During a prenatal massage, you most likely will lie on your side for safety and comfort as your massage therapist uses special cushions or pillows for support. What Are the Benefits of Prenatal Massage? Therapeutic massage is proven to provide many health benefits and the same is true for expecting mothers.  According to the American Pregnancy Association , prenatal massage therapy helps to reduce muscle aches and joint pain and reduces symptoms of depression and anxiety, which is all true even if you are not expecting. These benefits particularly help pregnant women, however,  who often experience insomnia and new aches and pains due to stretching and swe...

  It is important to take care of your feet which includes maintaining proper moisturization and trimmed nails to help prevent infection. To maintain happy, healthy feet you should schedule a pedicure regularly at least every 4 to 6 weeks. Some people may prefer a professional pedicure every 3 to 4 weeks to keep your polish in tip-top shape and for moisturization and foot filing. If you maintain a schedule of 4 to 6 weeks you should perform some foot care in the interim at home like periodic filing and continuous moisturization. Pedicures Help to Prevent Infection The skin on your feet and in between your toes can become dry and cracked just like the rest of the skin on your body and may be even more prone to cracking as some people just do not moisturize their feet as regularly as their hands or other parts of the body.  Dry, cracked skin can allow for infection to enter the body and could even turn serious without proper attention. Maintaining your skin’s moisture level in ...