massage therapy products - what are the right ones?
February 29, 2008
There are a number of massage therapy products in the marketplace which makes choosing the right ones a little difficult, especially if you have just set up a business as a massage therapist. There are alll different brands to select from so it may take you some time to sort through them all. Below we offer some information that you should help you to find the right products for you.
Massage Tables - If you are going to be working as an independent massage therapist, then the first product you will need to get is your own massage table. But to get the right one you will need to decide whether you are going to be doing massages in a certain location such as in your own home or in a office/retail space. Or are you someone who is actually going to be providing a mobile massage service to their clients.
But no matter what kind of service it is, you provide to your clients you will need a table that is both strong and comfortable. Also, if you are going to be traveling to your clients as well look for a table that you can easily transport in the back of your vehicle and which does not weigh too much.
Linens - As well as a table you will also need to get table pads, sheets, blankets and face cradle covers. Choose these products very carefully because they will need to endure a lot of wear and tear. If you can choose linens that feel very comfortable against a person’s skin. Remember that for many of your clients they may find it difficult to become relaxed because the linens you are using are either scratchy or uncomfortable.
You can get disposable face cradle covers but if you can spend a little extra on buying ones which you will need to launder. Although more expensive they are less likely to cause your clients irritation. If you cannot actually purchase large quantities of these in the beginning then buy one or two as and when you can. When washing them use laundry soaps which are non-biological and unscented.
Lotions, Oils and Creams - These products are a major part of your practice and these are items that you are going to have to replace on a regular basis. The best way to get good value and save yourself money is to purchase them in bulk amounts. Purchase just a few good unscented base products in bulk, and then buy essential oils which you can use then to make your own massage therapy products.
This means that you can also provide more personalized service to your massage clients as they will be able to choose the essential oils that they like the most, and which is going to help them relax even more. Then as you begin to discover a particular client’s likes and dislikes you can begin to suggest new scents or scent combinations that they may want to try.
Are you someone who is keen to see their massage therapy business thrive? Then you need to make sure that you only buy the best quality massage therapy products that you can. If not your clients will feel uncomfortable and find it difficult to relax and the chances of them returning to you are greatly reduced.
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