Pregnancy is a very exciting time in a woman's life and it is important for therapists and clients alike to know about spa safety and take extra precautions because numerous treatments are contraindicated for pregnant women. In general simple soothing facial treatments and the avoidance of any aggressive treatment are appropriate for pregnant women.
Hormone fluctuations due to pregnancy often result in skin changes and pregnant women may experience an increase in oiliness, flares of blemishes and hyperpigmentation and many of these symptoms will disappear after the baby's birth. On the other hand some women experience excellent skin conditions during pregnancy due to hormonal changes and often after pregnancy or after a woman stops breast feeding more changes occur to where a skin care therapist may have to work more extensively with a client after childbirth.
Pregnant women should avoid any type of Electrical Current being applied to the skin - That includes Galvanic, High Frequency, Microcurrent and others. And avoid any form of chemical exfoliation unless it's doctor approved in writing.
During pregnancy many body treatments should also be avoided and only licensed massage therapists who have been specially trained in pregnancy massage should perform this service. Skin Care therapists must pay careful attention to the application of certain essential oils that may be contraindicated during pregnancy.
The Blue Diamond Spa specializes in pregnancy massage and our staff is fully trained to work on pregnant clients - For a spa appointment or to find out more about our services call (310) 577-2211.