Spa Policy and Contraindications
Spa Etiquette
At Farashe the Day Spa, we have set out to bring you an environment where the highest levels of skin and body care are provided to nature the well being of mind, body, and spirit. Infusing Western modalities with knowledge of Eastern healing well being, Farashe The Day Spa is able to tailor each treatment to any individual’s own needs.
It is our goal to make a difference in the lives we touch by offering the highest level of service by trained professionals in the most relaxing environment for our clients.
Reservations:
In order to ensure that you obtain your desired appointments, we recommend scheduling your appointment as far in advance as possible to ensure availability. To accommodate your desired appointment a credit card is required at the time of booking to guarantee your reservation. Gift Certificates may also be used in lieu of a credit card to hold your appointment. We hold this information as part of our cancellation policies and only make necessary charges to your account on the date of your scheduled service. Details of our cancellation policy are provided below.
*Please notify the spa coordinator of any allergies or sensitivities to aromas or ingredients when you schedule your appointment.
Although we offer planned spa packages for your convenience, you are welcome to combine any of our spa and salon services for a custom package that meets your needs.
Cancellation Policies and Fees:
Your spa treatments are reserved especially for you. We value your business and ask that you respect the spa’s scheduling policies. Should you need to cancel or reschedule, please notify us at least 24 hours in advance.
Any cancellations with less than 24 hours of notice are subject to cancellation fee amounting to half the cost of the scheduled service. Clients who miss their appointments without giving any prior notification will be charged for half the scheduled service. We recognize the time of our clients and staff is valuable and have implemented this policy for this reason. When you miss an appointment with us, we not only lose your business, but also the potential business of other clients who could have scheduled an appointment for the same time. Additionally, many times our staff will be functioning in an “on call” status and can have traveled to the spa specifically for your service. For these reasons, we are obligated to compensate our staff for their time as well as to make up for the lost revenue.
When you schedule your appointment with us, you are agreeing to these policies. All services require a credit card or gift certificate to guarantee a reservation so please have your credit card and/or gift certificate ready when you booking. You will not be billed unless there is a cancellation or no show. Upon checkout, guests may choose their method of payment.
Group Bookings:
For parties of three or more, please contact our group coordinator, Shelly, for group booking policies and availability. A completed contract and deposit are required to secure your appointment and arranged pricing. A 20% gratuity will be added to all spa parties.
Cell Phones:
We kindly ask that you turn your cell phones and pagers to vibrate upon arrival and to remember to speak in your very soft spa voice once you enter the spa. Please inform your therapist should you need to make a phone call so that you may do so without disturbing other spa guests. Cell phone use may affect the length of your spa services.
Prices and Services:
Prices and services are subject to change without notice. We will do our best to keep our clients up to date on any changes that may occur but encourage all clients to inquire about pricing and available services when booking your appointment.
Gift Certificate Policy:
Gift Certificates are available in any amount and may be purchased at the spa, by phone at 410-964-1500 or you may purchase online. Out of town? Too busy? No problem. We will mail your gift certificate to you. Unfortunately, we are unable to process any returns or reimburse any payment transactions on gift certificates even if lost, misplaced, or stolen. Gift certificates cannot be redeemed as cash. Gift Certificates have a 1 year from date of purchase expiration. Gift Certificates must be mentioned when making your appointment.
Series of Treatments:
We are unable to process any returns or reimburse any payment transaction on any spa treatment series that are purchased. We will, however, exchange them for other spa services of equal value.
Gratuity:
Gratuity is not included in the price of service or spa packages, customary tipping runs 20% – 25% but is, of course, at your discretion. You may tip the therapist in the room or upon check out at the front desk with cash, or credit card. With parties of 3 or more, a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill.
Check in:
We ask that you please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your appointment time. We will do our best to accommodate late arrivals. However, the length of service may be adjusted so as to not interrupt the scheduled appointments of other guests. Full price of scheduled services will apply, so please plan accordingly. Of course beyond the check-in policies, we invite all our guests receiving services to make full use of our relaxing environment here at Farashe the Day Spa. Come early, stay late, bring a book, relax and enjoy a cup of complimentary tea, water or juice available in our Tranquility Room. Couples and spa parties are more than welcome to bring wine and we will provide glasses.
Personal Belongings:
Please leave all jewelry and valuable items at home. Farashe the Day Spa is not responsible for lost or misplaced items. We do offer lockers to lock up your valuables, however, we are not responsible if something is lost or left behind.
Spa Promotions:
Spa specials cannot be used in combination with any other offer, promotions or third party gift certificates or Cards. (for example Spa Week or SpaFinder)
Return Policy:
It is our mission to provide you with the highest-quality of skin and body care products with your services. In fact, you may like these products so much that you wish to use them every day in your own home! In the event you purchase any of our spa products for home use and find them to be defective, we will exchange any products within 14 days of purchase, provided a receipt is presented. Unfortunately, we cannot provide cash refunds for returned products. Instead, a spa credit will be provided for any returned products to be used on any other products or spa services available here at Farashe the Day Spa.
Massage Contraindication
What are the Contraindications to Massage Treatment?
Massage treatment is non-invasive, relaxing and natural. It is therefore generally considered a safe treatment for most people.
However, there are three types of contraindication:
· TOTAL, when massage should not be performed at all.
· LOCAL, when massage can be performed but not over the contraindicated areas.
· MEDICAL, when massage can only be performed once medical permission has been granted.
The practitioners at the Center have put the following restrictions in place to protect your health and well-being. Thank you for taking them as seriously as they do.
Total Contraindications
When you have any of these conditions, please do not book a massage:
Fever
Contagious diseases, including any cold or flu, no matter how mild it may seem
Under the influence of drugs or alcohol-including prescription pain medication
Recent operations or acute injuries
Neuritis
Skin diseases
1st trimester pregnancy
Local Contraindications
The therapist can massage but not over any areas affected by:
Varicose veins
Undiagnosed lumps or bumps
Pregnancy
Bruising
Cuts
Abrasions
Sunburn
Undiagnosed pain
Inflammation, including arthritis
Medical Contraindications
The therapists at the Center have asked us to let their clients know that if you suffer from any of the following conditions, massage can only take place once it has been approved before your session in writing by your Physician.
Cardio-vascular conditions (thrombosis, phlebitis, hypertension, heart conditions)
Any condition already being treated by a medical practitioner
Oedema
Psoriasis or eczem
High blood pressure
Osteoporosis
Cancer
Nervous or psychotic conditions
Heart problems, angina, those with pacemakers
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Bell’s palsy, trapped or pinched nerves
Gynecological infections
High risk pregnancy (including but not limited to Diabetic Mother, Cardiac Disorders, Chronic Hypertension, previous miscarriage, mothers under 20 or over 35, Asthmatic mother, drug addictions or exposure to drugs, suspected RH Negative Mother)
Facial Contraindication:
Here are some skin conditions for which a facial is contraindicated (not recommended)
Acute sunburn (you can still see an esthetician for a soothing cool compress treatment to help ease your discomfort, but no heat or friction can be employed)
Severe cystic acne with open pustules
Open cuts or abrasions
Bruises and swelling (Get your physician’s approval for a treatment; post-surgical or post-trauma bruising and swelling can often be mitigated by gentle manual lymphatic drainage massage)
Active herpes lesions
Conjunctivitis (“pink eye”)
Severe eczema
Severe psoriasis
Impetigo
Fungal infection
Extreme allergic sensitivities
This of course is not a complete list of every medical condition that precludes a facial treatment. If you have any doubts about your suitability for a treatment, consult with your physician.
Massage Practitioners and Estheticians are not trained in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. If you are dealing with a serious health or skin condition, check with your health care provider and obtain doctor note before seeking massage therapy and make sure you inform your massage practitioner of any health conditions that may affect the work.