Massage Etiquette

Relax your body, calm your mind, improve circulation and relieve muscle tension while you unwind with a massage. Full body, hot stone and reflexology massages are all available at Le Petit Spa. A full body relaxation massage is a great way to introduce you to the many benefits of massage.

What should you expect?

You can expect to be treated to a unique experience. This is your time to think about you and we will take care of the rest. You will be welcomed by your massage practitioner, provided with a comfy robe and sandals to wear as you relax with a cup of lavender tea. Your practitioner will guide you to the treatment room and step outside while you slip into the deluxe massage bed. During your treatment you are always draped for your privacy. Your only job is to relax and enjoy the experience. Your practitioner will consult with you to ensure you are comfortable and that the room temperature, music and lighting are all to your liking. We encourage you to communicate any discomfort, special needs and provide feedback during your treatment. Let your thoughts wander or converse with your practitioner. Breathe in the scent of lavender massage oil, relax and calm your mind.

Get the most of your treatment.

Don't eat for at least an hour before your massage treatment.
Be on time to ensure you are relaxed before you start.
Provide your practitioner with accurate health information.

After your treatment relax in the lounge and allow time to absorb the results of the massage. Drink lots of water. The toxins will be moving through your body so try not to drink alcohol for 24 hours to allow them to exit your circulation. Remember to book your next massage appointment within a few weeks.

Find out more about Le Petit Spa`s massage services at http://www.lepetitspa.ca/massage.htm

Aromatherapy Massage - not just a fancy name!

Aromatherapy Massage is one of the most popular day spa services in Vancouver. It is important to know the benefits of massage and the benefits of aromatherapy in order to appreciate such an experience.

You Le Petit Spa Massage Therapist will discuss with you the experience you are hoping to have during your massage (relaxing, invigorating) and discuss any health concerns that you may have.
Did you know? That Spa Massage Treatments address a variety of health conditions, the most prevalent being stress-related tension, which, experts believe, accounts for 80%-90% of disease. Bodywork offers a drug-free, non-invasive and humanistic approach based on the body’s natural ability to heal itself. A Full Body Massage has many physiological effects, such as:

• Increasing circulation, allowing the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs.
  


• Relaxing and softening injured and overused muscles.
  


• Reducing spasms and cramping.
  


• Reducing recovery time for strenuous workouts and eliminating subsequent pains of the athlete at any level.
  


• Relieving pain for migraine sufferers and decreasing the need for medication.
  

The addition of aromatherapy to a professional massage service adds further benefits to your body, mind and soul by stimulating sensory organs and effecting your mood and feelings. A day spa which has an aromatherapy massage on their menu will usually allow you to choose from a number of scents; all having different mood inspiring effects: Lavender to relax, Citrus to invigorate and Rosemary to stimulate are just some of the choices you may be able to choose from.

Essential oils have been used as an alternative to medicine for centuries because of their powerful effects on the mind. Infact, there is even a science devoted to the psychology of odours and their effects on the human mind: Aromachology.

Le Petit Spa offers Aromatherapy Massage in 60, 75 and 90 minute increments any day of the week. Le Petit Spa Massage Therapists are certified body workers and are highly trained in the most advanced techniques of body work and massage. Read about the Le Petit Spa team...

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Hot Stone Massage at Le Petit Spa in Vancouver Choosing a Reputable Day Spa

The benefits of a full body massage are pretty self-explanatory: it promotes relaxation, blood circulation, and release of toxins and reduction of stress, which, according to some studies, has been linked to causing about 80% of disease.

Le Petit Spa introduces a new trend in spa therapy massage: Hot Stone Massage.

What is Hot Stone Massage?

Don’t let the name scare you. The stones are not actually hot, they are warmed before your service; the massage practitioner must be able to handle them with due care, so they are never too hot to handle.

Hot Stone Massage is a full body massage that incorporates warm lava stones into the massage that mirror the shape of particular organs within the body. The warmth from the stones stimulates organ function when placed on appropriate organs, stimulates blood circulation, and encourages the release of toxins from each organ that is stimulated.

Along with the above mentioned benefits, the warmth of the stones helps tight muscles to relax, loosen and be more susceptible to the therapeutic benefits of your massage therapists’ touch.

How are the stones warmed up?

The stones used in Hot Stone Massage treatments are warmed in a specialized heater for these stones. They are warmed up for about an hour before your treatment and allowed to cool slightly before the treatment starts.

Are they applied directly to my skin during the treatment?

The stones are placed on the massage table under blankets that allow the warmth of the stones to come through, but are thick enough to protect your skin from becoming too hot, or even worse, burning.

Your massage therapist may use two to three stones while performing massage to incorporate heat therapy into your treatment; however, these stones are cool enough so that the therapist can handle them for long periods of time, they will never be hot enough to cause injury.

During your massage treatment your massage therapist will be in constant communication with you so that he or she knows how you are feeling, if the stones are warm enough, or in some cases with heat-sensitive clients, too warm.

Read more about Le Petit Spa's Hot Stone Massage...

How well trained are Le Petit Spa Body Practitioners?

All Le Petit Spa Body Practitioners are “Certified Body Workers”. They have been trained and educated at schools which are accredited Body work and Massage schools throughout Canada and continually update their skills with new techniques and education. Read more on Le Petit Spa’s Team of Estheticians and Body Workers…

The importance of strict training protocols in the day spa industry:

A couple of years ago, the BC government took legislation out of the Cosmetology Industry. Now, anyone can open a day spa and serve customers without any formal training in cosmetology or esthetics which is a very serious concern within the day spa community.

A credible day spa should only hire estheticians and body workers that have been through accredited schools and training programs. A spa should openly offer this information to you as a customer, as they should care about educating their clients about making the right choice when it comes to choosing an esthetician or body worker for a life-long relationship.

Proper training and education practices should be available to estheticians so that they may upgrade their skills. Strict protocols at day spas ensure that all clients receive the same service and the margin for error or injury is miniscule.

Why Massage Therapy?

Did you know that stress is believed to cause about 80 to 90 % of disease in the human species? Massage Therapy is a drug free, non-invasive approach to health care that is widely becoming a more popular alternative to pain killers and other forms of drug therapy.

Read more about all massage therapy services available at Le Petit Spa...

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Hot Stone Massage and Facial Services

Hot Stone Massage is a great way to relieve stress in the winter because of its heat therapy. Warm stones that are specifically shaped for specific parts of the body are placed accordingly, stimulating circulation and lymph drainage creating better blood flow to organs and better detoxification removal.

Surround yourself in warmth and comfort as warm lava stones are applied to key points of your body. Hot Stone Massage will help muscles relax more thoroughly through the application of heat therapy. A unique and soothing experience you won’t soon forget, a Le Petit Spa Hot Stone Massage will relax, soothe and renew your body.

A Hot Stone Massage has many benefits, such as:

• Increasing blood circulation, allowing the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs.
• Dissolves aches and pains attributed to stress
• Relaxes you and relieves tension
• Calms the nervous system
• Relieves insomnia, depression, and pain

Read more on Vancouver’s Le Petit Spa massage services…

Giving a gift card this holiday season from Le Petit Spa for one of their massage services is a sure way to show that special someone you care. Gift Cards are available for the sixty minute massage or for the Le Petit Spa hot stone massage.

We also have many gift cards available to facial services at Vancouver’s Le Petit Spa as well.

Le Petit Spa’s Signature Facial is one of the best facial services in Vancouver. Perfect for that someone in your life who is a tried and true spa diva, or for someone who just needs a little relaxation in their hectic life.

Depending on your skin type, we’ll tailor a treatment that’s best for your skin using our top of the line skincare products from France, Phytomer. This extremely soothing and relaxing facial service will leave you in a relaxed state of mind with an overall sense of well being. This service includes:

• A Relaxing back massage
• Cleansing of the skin
• Toning of the skin
• Exfoliation
• Extractions (if needed)
• Facial massage
• Customized facial masque
• Customized facial treatment cream
• Complimentary makeup touch up post facial

Read more on Vancouver’s Le Petit Spa facial services…

Interested in finding out more about our Gift Certificates and Gift Cards? Click here to read more about Vancouver’s Le Petit Spa Gift Cards and Gift Certificates available on-line or with a print – now option.

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Le Petit Spa - Spa Packages and Gift Certificates

Le Petit Spa-Spa Packages and Gift Cards / Certificates

Spa packages are a fantastic way of satisfying your spa cravings! You get a sampling of an assortment of services on the spa menu in one deeply relaxing serving.

Ranging in varying lengths of time, you are able to enjoy 2 to 3.5 hours of Le Petit Spa pampering and relaxation.

Below, a list of Le Petit Spa Packages available on their own, or as a gift certificate or gift card to give to that special someone this holiday season!

1. Signature Spa Package $190

Known for its soothing, calming properties, lavender is the inspiration for Le Petit Spa’s Signature package.

• Le Petit Spa Signature Facial (75min)
• Le Petit Spa Signature Manicure (75min)
• Le Petit Spa Signature Pedicure (75min)

Read more about Le Petit Spa’s Signature Spa Package on our website...

2. Vitality Spa Package $225

Le Petit Spa’s Vitality Package gives you a head-to-toe boost. This sumptuous package begins with an intensive Anti-Aging Facial to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. You'll then relax with a half-hour neck and shoulder Massage and finish up with our Signature Pedicure, including lavender paraffin treatment.

• Phytomer Youth Enhancing Facial (105min)
• Le Petit Spa Signature Pedicure(75min)

Read more about Le Petit Spa’s Vitality Spa package on our website…

3. Pour Les Hommes (Men) Spa Package $150

Why should women be the only ones who get to indulge? We know men like to be pampered too, and our Pour les Hommes spa package includes all the essential treatments just for you. Based on the high end Phytomer Homme product line, you will leave our spa feeling relaxed and refreshed

• Phytomer Men’s Facial (60min)
• Men’s Natural Manicure (30min)
• Men’s Natural Pedicure (45min)

Read more about Le Petit Spa’s Men’s Spa Package on our website…

4. Mummy and Me Spa Package $95

At Le Petit Spa, we know that no one needs pampering more than a new mum, and we’ve set Mondays aside just for you. We offer express spa treatments, a private diaper change area, Vancouver’s most breastfeeding-friendly environment and soothing music to calm both baby and you.

• Reflexology for Mum (30min)
• Express Pedicure for Mum(30min)
• Reflexology for Baby (10min)

Read more about Le Petit Spa’s Mummy and Me Spa Package on our website….

These spa packages are available any day of the week* and are available on gift cards or gift certificates*

*excluding the Mummy and Me spa package – available only on Mondays.

Gift Certificates and Gift Cards make the perfect gift for anyone on your holiday shopping list, available in specific dollar amounts or for your favourite Le Petit Spa service, they are available on-line, in-spa and with print out options, making it easy for you to deliver directly to the recipient!

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Spa Services for Mum and Baby

Spa Services for Mum and Baby


The abundance of Day Spa’s offering services for both Mum and Baby to enjoy together is rapidly growing.



Spa Services such as Prenatal Massage, Baby Reflexology and “Mummy and Me” Packages are making their greatly appreciated appearance in Day Spa’s across the country.



Benefits of Spa Services with your Baby

• Intimate, private time spent together
• Direct, physical contact and positive interaction with baby
• Stress management for both Mum and Baby
• Helps build trust and confidence in each other by shared time together
• Massage is mutually enhancing and the physical and emotional benefits to you and your baby are abundant.

Would you like to spend some well deserved spa time with your baby? Le Petit Spa offers many services for both Mum and Baby, click here, for more information.

For information on Mustela Mondays for Mums at Le Petit Spa, click here