Preparing for your first float therapy session
The float experience
Avoid caffeine at least four hours prior to your float. Do not shave, wax or tan on the day of your float. The high salt content of the water can be irritating to freshly shaved, waxed or tanned skin. Vaseline is provided in each float suite to cover small skin abrasions. Eat a light meal or snack 1 to 2 hours prior to your float. You do not want to be hungry (or uncomfortably full) during the float.
Before
Upon entering the private Float Suite, you will rinse off in a warm shower. Do not use any products on your hair or skin.
During
Climb into the chamber and lie back gently. The buoyancy will lift you up so you can completely relax your body. The water in the space is heated to skin temperature.
Music will begin when you enter the chamber. Clients have the option of listening to music throughout their float or turning the music off. Your mind will want to ‘fill the silence’ with thoughts.
After
During the last 5 minutes of the session you will hear a voice recording letting you know your session is over and the light will come on.
After exiting the float chamber, thoroughly rinse off all salty water and rinse your ears thoroughly. Epsom salt is wonderful for your skin and hair, making it soft and silky, and with no pruning or wrinkling!
General information
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You do not need to bring anything. Each of our Float Suites has a private luxury shower and dressing area. Shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, earplugs and plush towels are provided.
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Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your first session. We will begin with a short instructional video about floating.
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You are in control of your float and can customize your session with lighting and music.
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The float chamber is automatically cleaned and disinfected after each use and will be pristine for every client.
Don't use a float chamber if you
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Have had any type of hair color/treatment or spray tan recently that could rinse out in water.
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Have not showered thoroughly and still have oils, creams, or makeup on my body/hair when entering the chamber.
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Are under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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Have a communicable or infectious skin condition, disorder, or diseases.
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Have open sores, wounds or surgical incisions.
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Are a diabetic, unless your diabetes is under medical control.
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Have incontinence, or voluntary/involuntary release of bodily fluids of any kind.
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Have a history of heart trouble, epilepsy, seizures or blackouts and have not received your doctor’s permission to use the floatation tank.
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Have a condition which may be adversely affected by cutaneous absorption of magnesium.
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Are unable to safely enter and exit the float chamber.
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Are on prescribed medication or have other physical or mental health issues or concerns and have not consulted with your physician prior to and regarding my use of the floatation chamber.