Dim lighting, a room filled with exciting smells, a deep inhalation coming from the treatment bench – suddenly the body becomes relaxed and soothed. Which leaves the question – why is aromatheraphy so effective? To understand the many effects of aromatherapy it is important to look back on the origin of this type of treatment,…
When treating yourself to a spa treatment, whether you do it on a regular basis or rarely, the overall impression and experience of the spa is crucial as to whether you’re able to completely relax. Entering a treatment room evokes many impressions and can either appear soothing or make you tense and insecure. Here I…
When ice bathing, the body cools down quickly. As a result, the body’s defenses are set in motion, the blood vessels contract and the shock triggers a cocktail of endorphins and adrenaline into the bloodstream – this also carries risks. Read my ice bath rules, which will contribute to a safer experience. Always have…
Last weekend I went on a longer road trip to visit a childhood friend of mine, who now lives in Western Norway. The hours on the road ran away and darkness fell, so I decided to stop along the way. I ended up spending the night at Haukeliseter mountain lodge. It is about six hours…
There are definitely great health benefits no matter if you choose to use the sauna or steam room, however they are not quite alike and it might be nice to get a little better acquainted with both options before making your choice, especially if you are suffering from a specific condition that you want to…
Copenhagen is a well-known city for most Norwegians, it is a popular city to travel to enjoy both shopping and pleasure. I’ve lost count of how many cozy cafes and restaurants I have been recommended in this city. Another thing they are known for are their numerous Christmas markets, where they really deliver in both setting the…
Running hot oil that is continuously poured over the forehead while lying meditative on a traditional Indian Ayurveda bench – it sounds absolutely amazing! But Shirodhara is a philosophy and treatment that goes much deeper than that. Practiced in more than 5,000 years – Shirodhara originated from India and is based on the ancient principles…
Different seasons require different ways of treating your skin. The temperature changes in the fall causes the skin to become drier, not as dry as when winter knocks on the door, but still enough that it should make you pay more attention to it. Autumn is a good season to incorporate new routines for the…
Today getting a massage is often considered to be a thing of luxury, something to treat yourself with once in a while, centuries ago this was not the case. Take ancient Rome as an example, who built several public baths to improve general health of their citizens by using water therapy and massage. Hopefully these…
Set in one of the oldest parts of Gothenburg city, surrounded by bustling charming cafes and cute shops you’ll find ever so popular Hagabadet. What really intrigues me about this spa is its history, and the fact that it was actually built back in the 1800th century. No surprise perhaps, but I have been wanting…