When you find yourself stressed and in need of some relaxation, come on down to Body N Balance Healing of Wantagh. Whether you are looking for a massage, facial, body treatment or other form of relaxation, we have what you are looking for! We are here to provide you with a calming atmosphere in which you can heal your mind and body. Our goal is to have you feeling relaxed and refreshed when you leave our spa. Allow yourself a chance at taking a break to get away from the daily stresses of your life. You deserve a break! At Body N Balance we work to heal the spirit and body using a calming meditative atmosphere.

We have a wide range of services to offer you to help heal your body and mind. Aside from massage therapy we offer other forms of healing. Reiki and energy balancing helps to assist in healing not only your physical body but also the mental, emotional, spiritual bodies. We use Reiki to heal you using the universal life force. When you allow yourself the opportunity to let go and let the energy of the universe work through you, it is amazing the transformation that occurs.

All of the products that we use at Body N Balance are botanical all natural organic. There are absolutely no chemicals used in our products ever! These products that we have will provide skin wellness and assist in the anti-aging process. When receiving a treatment, we rejuvenate the skin while detoxifying and leaving it feeling exfoliated, clean and clear. Your skin will feel softer than ever!

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We are a unique massage therapy spa that is focused on healing your body and mind. We are dedicated to your complete satisfaction when you arrive at our spa. We are located in Wantagh, Long Island in the World Gym. We know that everyone has their own personal taste when it comes to massage therapy. We are here to work with you to provide the best experience for you. If you prefer a deep tissue massage we have a package that is just right for you. If you prefer a lighter massage we offer a Swedish Massage that is lighter and more for relaxation. And if you want a combination of the two, we can provide you with that as well!

When you come on down to Body N Balance our experienced massage therapists can help you pick a package that is right for you. When you choose the right package for you we will bring you to a relaxing room with a calming and meditative atmosphere to start your healing process. You can choose from either a half hour, hour or hour and a half session. We suggest that you book a massage at least once a month. It is best not to wait until you are stressed or in pain. It is more beneficial to come before you are to the point that you are completely stressed and full of knots. Call and book your massage today, or fill out our contact form to find out more! Our goal is for you to leave relaxed and refreshed when you leave our spa, come on down and feel the many benefits of a massage from Body N Balance.

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At Body N Balance Massage Therapy we want you to come to our spa and leave feeling relaxed. If you live near Wantagh, Long Island we urge you to come on down and take a break from the daily stresses of life and treat yourself with a massage, facial, body treatment or any other service we offer. We want you to give yourself a break and treat yourself to some relaxation because you deserve it.

We offer a variety of different facials so you will be sure to find one that works for you. If you want to focus on anti-aging, we’ve got one for you! If you are a male and want one that is specific to men, we’ve got one for you! If you are in a hurry and just want something quick, we’ve got a mini-facial for you! We even offer back facials, Vitamin C facials and facials specifically designed to target those with acne problems. There are many benefits of receiving a facial beyond just the relaxation aspect.

If you want your skin to feel cleansed, refreshed, less greasy or even just want a clear complexion, come on down and let us help you out. A facial is a procedure involving a variety of skin treatments, including: steam, exfoliation, extraction, creams, lotions, facial masks, peels, and massage. Along with your skin looking and feeling better, there will be increased circulation which helps to restore skin layers. Also the emotional benefits are present with this type of spa treatment. Not only do they feel good as they are happening, the fact that they make your skin looks better, helps you to feel better.

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Mud wraps are spa treatments designed to slim and tone the body, hydrate or firm the skin, or relax and soothe the muscles. Some mud wraps are also thought to relieve tired and aching joints, ease inflammation, and help to flush out toxins through sweating.

A layer of mud is applied to the skin to detoxify, cleanse and firm. Mud is thought to ease water retention and cleanse the pores by drawing out impurities. Treatments come in varied packages, with one common factor: mummification, or being wrapped in bandages over the mud that has been applied. Sometimes a pvc sauna suit is additionally used to contain the mud.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has warned against body wraps as a method of weight reduction, noting that “such treatment will cause a loss of inches and perhaps pounds due to profuse perspiration. But the reductions are temporary. The fluid is soon replaced by drinking or eating. But rapid and excessive fluid loss is potentially dangerous because it can bring on severe dehydration and can upset the balance of important electrolytes in the body. … Wraps have no effect on fat deposits and will not dissolve fat, even temporarily. Fat is not broken down by perspiration, only when fewer calories are consumed than are needed to meet the body’s energy requirements.”

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At Body N Balance we offer a variety of facials so that you can find one that will best suit your needs. We are located in Wantagh, Long Island so you should come down and relax at our spa and treat yourself to a facial. Basically a facial is a procedure involving skin treatments that includes, steam, exfoliation, extraction, creams, lotions, masks, peels and a massage. We offer a European Deep Cleansing Facial, Vitamin C, Men’s, Back Facial, Anti-Aging, Acne Treatments and a Mini Facial. With all of our choices you are sure to find one that is just right for you.

All of our different types of masks serve different purposes. Some may want just deep-cleansing while others want to focus more on anti-aging. All of our products are all natural and organic as to provide skin wellness and to assist in anti-aging. If you have oily skin you may need a different type of facial than someone with dry skin. Benefits of a facial mask is that you will feel revitalized and refreshed.

We also offer a variety of different body treatments. We have body treatments that are specifically designed to remove cellulite and others to promote healing in the body and relaxation. Also we offer body scrubs that provide a deep exfoliation of the skin. One of our body scrubs will assist in getting rid of dead skin cells, due to dry skin, and or sun damage and makes the skin soft and feeling smooth and rejuvenated.

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Everyone deserves to take a break from everyday life and treat themselves to some relaxation. At Body N Balance of Wantagh, Long Island we are committed to feeling refreshed and relaxed when you leave our spa. We offer a variety of different service to help heal and relax you. If you are looking for relaxation we can offer you a variety of different massages, facial treatments and Reiki healing. We also offer body wraps and body treatments.

Our seaweed body wrap is very popular and is not only for relaxation but to help rid your body of toxins. There are many benefits to a seaweed body wrap, it helps to promote great skin care and skin maintenance. It also can help speed up metabolism and leaving the body feeling soft and clean, and reduce the appearance of cellulite. A seaweed body wrap at Body N Balance is $75. We have a specially designed body wrap just for cellulite loss, and this is the Cellulite Seaweed body wrap. This type of body wrap includes a cellulite massage and for 90 minutes a session is $145.

The Aromatherapy body wrap helps to promote healing of the body, mind and spirit. While in the body wrap our goal is to make you sweat out the toxins in your body adding in inch loss as well as getting you into a deep form of meditation to release old negative patterns of thinking and start healing the mind so then the body can follow.

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Massage is the manipulating of superficial and deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue using various techniques, to enhance function, aid in the healing process, decrease muscle reflex activity, inhibit motor-neuron excitability, promote relaxation and well-being, and as a recreational activity.

The word comes from the French massage “friction of kneading”, or from Arabic massa meaning “to touch, feel or handle” or from Latin massa meaning “mass, dough”. In distinction the ancient Greek word for massage was anatripsis, and the Latin was frictio.

According to research done by the American Massage Therapy Association, as of 2012 in the United States there are between 280,000 and 320,000 massage therapists and students. Most states in the United States have licensing requirements that must be met before a practitioner can use the title “massage therapist”, and some states and municipalities require a license to practice any form. If a state does not have any massage laws then a practitioner need not apply for a license with the state. However, the practitioner will need to check whether any local or county laws cover massage therapy.

Training programs in the US are typically 500–1000 hours in length, and can award a certificate, diploma, or degree depending on the particular school. There are around 1,300 programs training massage therapists in the country and study will often include anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, massage techniques, first aid and CPR, business, ethical and legal issues, and hands on practice along with continuing education requirements if regulated.[10] The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) is one of the organizations that works with massage schools in the U.S. and currently (Aug 2012) there are approximately 300 schools that are accredited through this agency.

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Body N Balance of Wantagh, Long Island has a wide range of services that we offer. If you are in need of some relaxation come on down to see us and take a break from the daily stresses of life!

Swedish massage

The Swedish type uses five styles of long, flowing strokes to massage. The five basic strokes are effleurage (sliding or gliding), petrissage (kneading), tapotement (rhythmic tapping), friction (cross fiber) and vibration/shaking. Swedish massage has shown to be helpful in reducing pain, joint stiffness, and improving function in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee over a period of eight weeks.

Couples massage

Couples massage is a service offered by some spas and massage parlors where two people (usually, but not always, couples), are massaged side-by-side on separate tables and by separate providers.

Deep tissue massage

Deep tissue massage is designed to relieve severe tension in the muscle and the connective tissue or fascia. This type of massage focuses on the muscles located below the surface of the top muscles. Deep tissue massage is often recommended for individuals who experience consistent pain, are involved in heavy physical activity (such as athletes), and patients who have sustained physical injury. It is not uncommon for receivers of deep tissue to have their pain replaced with a new muscle ache for a day or two.

Sports massage

Also known as manual therapy, manipulative therapy, or manual & manipulative therapy, this is a physical treatment primarily used on the neuromusculoskeletal system to treat pain and disability. It most commonly includes kneading and manipulation of muscles, joint mobilization and joint manipulation.

Stone massage

A stone massage uses cold or water-heated stones to apply pressure and heat to the body. Stones coated in oil can also be used by the therapist delivering various massaging strokes. The hot stones used are commonly Basalt stones (or lava rocks) which over time have become extremely polished and smooth. As the stones are placed along the recipient’s back, they help to retain heat which then deeply penetrates into the muscles, releasing tension.

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A facial is a procedure involving a variety of skin treatments, including: steam, exfoliation, extraction, creams, lotions, facial masks, peels, and massage. They are normally performed in beauty salons but are also a common spa treatment. Facials are generally categorized, for example:

There are different kinds of masks (e.g. cactus, cucumber, etc.) for different purposes: deep-cleansing, by penetrating the pores; healing acne scars or hyper-pigmentation; brightening, for a gradual illumination of the skin tone. Some masks are designed to dry or solidify on the face, almost like plaster; others just remain wet. The perceived effects of a facial mask treatment include revitalizing, healing, or refreshing; and, may yield temporary or long-term benefits (depending on environmental, dietary, and other skincare factors).

Masks are removed by either rinsing the face with water, wiping if off with a damp cloth, or peeling off of the face by hand. Duration for wearing a mask varies with the type of mask, and manufacturer’s usage instructions. The time can range from a few minutes to overnight. Those with sensitive skin are advised to first test out the mask on a small portion of the skin, in order to check for any irritations. Some facial masks are not suited to frequent use. A glycolic mask can only be used once a month without the risk of burning the skin. 24k Gold masks can only be done once every six months.

Masks can be found anywhere from drugstores to department stores, and can vary in consistency and form. Setting masks include: clay, which is a thicker consistency, and will draw out impurities (and sometimes, natural oils, too) from the pores; a cream, which stays damp to hydrate the skin; sheet-style, in which a paper mask is dampened with liquid to tone and moisturize the skin; and lastly, a hybrid/clay and cream form that includes small beads for removing dead surface skin cells. Non-setting facial masks include warm oil and paraffin wax masks. These different forms are made to suit different skin types (e.g., oily or dry), and different skincare goals or needs (e.g., moisturizing, cleansing, exfoliating). Clay and mud masks suit oily and some “combination” skin types, while cream-based masks tend to suit dry and sensitive skin types.

Egg oil has been used as a traditional face mask where it acts as an emollient, moisturizer, anti-oxidant, penetration enhancer, occlusive skin conditioner and anti-bacterial agent. Egg oil also helps the texture of skin. As an occlusive agent, it protects against dehydration. It can be applied for two hours and washed off with a gentle face wash.

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Almost everybody is in need of more relaxation in their lives. At Body N Balance of Wantagh, Long Island we are grateful to be able to provide you with an atmosphere in which you can relax in. Our goal is not only to help you relax but to help guide and assist your healing process. We believe that true healing comes from within the body, mind and spirit. We will work with you to heal your spirit within a calm, relaxing, meditative atmosphere. Everybody deserves a chance to break away from the daily stresses of life and enjoy some relaxation.

We have a wide range of services to offer you, in which you can heal your mind and body. Of course we offer massage therapy and body treatments but we also offer Reiki Energy Healing. Reiki and energy balancing helps in the process of healing your body but your mental, emotional and spiritual bodies as well. We use the Usui method of Reiki Healing which is working with the universal life force to asset in the healing process of the physical body. It helps to enhance relaxation and self awareness as it quits and nourishes your spirit. A Reiki healing session at Body N Balance is $75.

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