massage therapy products - what are the right ones?

The number of massage therapy products in the marketplace can be a little overwhelming, especially if you happen to be a new massage therapist. Because of all the different brands and stores, it may take you a while to sort through them all. Below we offer you some advice to help you in finding the right ones.

Massage Tables - If you are going to be working as an independent massage therapist rather than for a practice already set up the first product you will need to purchase is a massage table. You will first need to decide if you are going to be doing massages in a specific location say your home or in a space elsewhere. You also need to decide if you are going to be providing a mobile massage service to your clients as well.

You may even be someone that actually offers both facilities to clients. Then you need to get a massage table that is not only durable (strong) but is comfortable. Plus if you are going to be mobile then you need one that can be easily transported.

Linens - As well as a table you will also need to get table pads, sheets, blankets and face cradle covers. Choose these products very carefully because they will need to endure a lot of wear and tear. If you can choose linens that feel very comfortable against a person’s skin. Remember that for many of your clients they may find it difficult to become relaxed because the linens you are using are either scratchy or uncomfortable.

You can get disposable face cradle covers but if you can spend a little extra on buying ones which you will need to launder. Although more expensive they are less likely to cause your clients irritation. If you cannot actually purchase large quantities of these in the beginning then buy one or two as and when you can. When washing them use laundry soaps which are non-biological and unscented.

Lotions, Oils and Creams - These products are a major part of your practice and these are items that you are going to have to replace on a regular basis. The best way to get good value and save yourself money is to purchase them in bulk amounts. Purchase just a few good unscented base products in bulk, and then buy essential oils which you can use then to make your own massage therapy products.

This means that you can also provide more personalized service to your massage clients as they will be able to choose the essential oils that they like the most, and which is going to help them relax even more. Then as you begin to discover a particular client’s likes and dislikes you can begin to suggest new scents or scent combinations that they may want to try.

Are you someone who is keen to see their massage therapy business thrive? Then you need to make sure that you only buy the best quality massage therapy products that you can. If not your clients will feel uncomfortable and find it difficult to relax and the chances of them returning to you are greatly reduced.