An Alternative Take on Girl's Night Out

Instead of hitting the clubs or going out to a casual dinner, why not enjoy a spa party with your best girlfriends? It's fun, relaxing, and it's a step away from the usual night outs that usually end in bad hangovers. Studies have shown that regular detoxifying treatments like massages and aroma therapy can greatly increase mental alertness and lessen risks of stress-induced ailments like respiratory problems, chronic muscular pain, hypertension, and insomnia. So if you're planning for a simple party with the girls, why not take the party to the spa?

There are numerous spa and health clubs in the Tampa area and shopping for one that offers group packages should be easy to do with the convenience of the Internet. Spa parties can be comprised of an array of soothing treatments-from facials to foot spas; from manicures to full-body massages. Some offers even come with drinks and snacks that everyone can enjoy while sitting in the hot tub. There are even places that allow you to choose the combination of treatments for your spa day. Here's a list of popular choices:

Massage Therapy

This is basically a staple for any spa party. The question is what type of massage will you avail of? There are numerous choices. Swedish massage is popular among newbies. It aims to soothe and relax. A deep tissue massage is more intense and directly addresses muscular pain. Reflexology and foot massage are known to treat internal ailments like indigestion and constant headaches. An emerging popular choice is the hot stone massage where special stones are positioned along the spine to relieve it of tension and loosen surrounding muscles.

Choose a large room for your group and enjoy getting massage therapy together. Some massage therapy treatments may also come with seaweed wraps or salt scrubs. Again, it all depends on what the place is offering. Just make sure you choose a spa registered in Tampa.

Facials

This treatment can range from simple cleansing to anti-aging. There are also facial treatments that promote the production of collagen to rejuvenate dull skin. Microdermabrasion is one option for ladies who want to lessen the appearance of scars and fine lines. Acne facials are self-explanatory but there is also such a thing as back facial where bumps and pimples are taken care of. Chemical peels aim to help resurface younger looking skin while dry and dead cells are scrubbed away.

Manicuresand Pedicures

Perk up your fingers and toes with special nail care treatments like Paraffin wraps and foot spas. Remember that the hands and feet get more abuse than most parts of our bodies and occasional treats like pedicures and manicures will not only make them look better but these treats will make nails healthier. Brittle nails may be a sign of dry cuticles. There are manicures that specifically cater to such conditions.

Look for spa packages that are available even at night. Look for a Tampa spa that can provide flexible deals for you and your girls for a truly relaxing and unconventional night out.