footbaths
Ankle-deep spa basins
Footbaths are shallow basins or tubs for soaking the feet, used for cleaning, relaxation, or therapeutic purposes.
Spas offer footbaths as part of pedicures.
Public pools often require walking through a footbath to reduce contamination: The chlorinated footbath stung my cracked heels.
Therapeutic use of plant essences
- massageSoft tissue manipulation
- pedicureCosmetic toenail care
- wellnessOverall state of health
- rejuvenationRestoration of youthful vigor
detoxification · exfoliation · salon · sanctuary · hot stones · paraffin wax · cucumber · lavender
Yielding to desire
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
- treatSomething pleasantly special
- splurgeSpend freely, impulsively
- relaxationState of being unwound
decadence · pleasure · enjoyment · bliss · delight · opulence · gratification · pedicure
Water-based medical treatment
- circulationMovement through a system
- pain reliefEasing of discomfort
- swellingAbnormal tissue enlargement
- inflammationProtective tissue response
arthritis · muscle recovery · healing · rehabilitation · plantar fasciitis · neuropathy · podiatry · reflexology
Heat you feel
calming · softening · unwinding · restful · stress relief · tension release · warm water · bubbling
Completely saturated with liquid
- washingCleaning with liquid
- rinsingClearing with water
- scrubbingCleaning by rubbing hard
- exfoliatingRemoving dead skin cells
pumice · soap · antiseptic · disinfecting · sanitizing · antibacterial · baking soda · cleanse
aromatherapy
Therapeutic use of plant essences
rejuvenation · detoxification · exfoliation · salon · sanctuary · hot stones · paraffin wax · cucumber · lavender · eucalyptus
indulgence
Yielding to desire
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
- treatSomething pleasantly special
- splurgeSpend freely, impulsively
relaxation · decadence · pleasure · enjoyment · bliss · delight · opulence · gratification · pedicure · rose petals
hydrotherapy
Water-based medical treatment
- circulationMovement through a system
- pain reliefEasing of discomfort
- swellingAbnormal tissue enlargement
inflammation · arthritis · muscle recovery · healing · rehabilitation · plantar fasciitis · neuropathy · podiatry · reflexology · Epsom salt
warmth
Heat you feel
cozy · calming · softening · unwinding · restful · stress relief · tension release · warm water · bubbling · jets
soaking
Completely saturated with liquid
exfoliating · pumice · soap · antiseptic · disinfecting · sanitizing · antibacterial · baking soda · cleanse · freshening
footbathsbathtubs
Vessels for washing oneself
hot tubs · total immersion · swimming pools · plunge pools · jacuzzis