Massage therapy has been highly respected practice for thousands of years, yet some are new to the experience. Whether you received a certificate as a gift, are celebrating a special occasion, or you just needed a ‘pick-me-up’ from the week--you are required to do very little in terms of showing up to get your massage.

However, there are a few things you should know to enjoy your experience to the fullest.

Tip One: Save your politeness for another conversation

Upon being taken back to your private room, your massage therapist will introduce themselves and ask a few questions about your service expectations. Typically, they ask questions along the lines of:

“Are there any areas of concern?”

“What’s your goal for today?”  

The floor is yours.

Full transparency is encouraged to be communicated, so don’t be shy if you have a question or if there’s a particular area that you would like for them to avoid. Clear communication with your massage therapist helps them understand the goals for your visit, as well as respect your boundaries for safety & comfort.  

In addition, if you prefer a quiet massage experience kindly let them know you are there to “unwind.” If at any point you experience discomfort in your massage and are afraid to speak-up, all MassageLuXe massage tables are equipped with a courtesy button located underneath the head area for easy access. Pressing this button will signal to the front desk that you request an additional staff member to be present.   

Tip Two: Undress to your comfort level and get underneath the sheets

Many people coming in for a first-time massage may be nervous at the thought of undressing fully for the experience. Your massage therapist will tell you to ‘undress to your comfort level’ before stepping out of the room. Pro-tip: You don’t have to go fully nude. Wearing your undergarments is more common than you think. For those wearing bras, your therapist may ask you to unclip them when you flip on your stomach so they can work on your back.

The main reason for undressing during your massage is so your therapist can work on muscles without interruption. They may also incorporate oils into the service to create smooth, continuous strokes that glide effortlessly along your body to improve blood circulation while performing deep tissue work. This is where the magic of relaxation happens.

So before your therapist steps back in the room, be sure to undress to your comfortability and fully cover your body from the neck down on the massage table with the provided sheets so when your massage therapist re-enters the room, they can begin service.   

Tip Three: Silence your devices, it’s time to unwind

With all respect, don’t ruin the moment for yourself (or others). We highly suggest silencing devices upon entering our spa. You see reminders when stepping into the LuXe Lounge area after checking-in, so that is a good time to let your friends in your phone know it’s time for some ‘you-time.’

Spas are known for invoking feelings of relaxation while being an escape for the mind and body. MassageLuXe highly aspires to create a luxurious experience for our members. Allow yourself to disconnect from your device and step into an hour or so of relaxation so you can experience the full effects of your visit.

These are frequent reminders we like to recommend to anyone coming in to our spa locations so they know what to expect. Whether it’s your first time, or fifth time, our MassageLuXe staff will be there to assist with any questions that come up during your service and provide the most respectful care possible.

So sit back, relax, and turn off your phone…it’s time to unwind.

About MassageLuXe

Founded in 2008 in St. Louis, Missouri, MassageLuXe is a fast-growing franchise-based spa company with a mission to provide an unparalleled experience that supports and encourages health, well-being, and quality of life. MassageLuXe delivers the highest quality massage, facial, and waxing services in a comfortable, relaxing, and luxurious environment.

Massage is a service that improves health, promotes relaxation and overall well-being for the consumer, and has been practiced throughout the world for thousands of years. MassageLuXe currently has over 100 locations across 22 states and is planning to double in size in the next three years.