Many of the spa treatments we offer today have evolved from the foundation of spa (sanitas per aquam) or health through water. One of the most relaxing and calming treatments is Flotation, which has been enjoyed and appreciated since it was introduced in the 1950s. Although you could argue that people were enjoying this centuries earlier by simply floating in the Dead Sea!
Flotation devices have developed over the years and today at The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel, one of our most popular therapies is Dry Flotation. This is excellent for total and deep relaxation, rejuvenating the mind and body and improving sleep and insomnia.
How does it work?
During dry flotation therapy, you lie peacefully in the soft embrace of a dry membrane. Imparting a feeling of weightlessness, to simulate zero-gravity, this allows any troubles to float away while keeping you totally dry. In some dry flotation experiences, gentle vibrations will massage the body to release muscle tension and further a deeper state of wellbeing. It’s possibly one of the most relaxing treatments there is!
What are the benefits?
There are many benefits of a dry flotation – some which may surprise you! The main takeaway is the ability to help enable deep and healthy sleep patterns. As the experience invites you to float away in a state of tranquillity, this can energise your body and clear your mind.
For those looking for a physical health boost, dry flotation also helps to aid recovery time from exercise, increase endorphins, reduce blood pressure and improve circulation.
Experience to try
At The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel, we offer the Lavender Flotation – many of our guests describe it as been cocooned in a warm hug!
The 60-minute experience is a deeply nurturing treatment which helps to relax the mind and body. Our therapists will begin with a skin softening body exfoliation, combining powerful essential oils which will leave skin feeling nourished, soft and supple. Next, a nourishing wrap combined with healing lavender essential oil is applied to the skin to gently soothe, smooth and de-stress. You then relax in the warmth of the dry flotation and gently drift into a state of tranquillity.
If you’d like to try our Lavender Flotation please do get in touch on 01638 676130.
The team and I look forward to welcoming you soon,
Love Kate x