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Second branch in Sanlitun South

We are glad to finally welcome you in our new space in Sanlitun South!

Opening Hours at our new space: 10:30 - 20.30 h

We moved our waxing services to the new space, and we still offer facials and massages at The Opposite House.  All treaments from the spa menu will be available at our new space, including holistic activities and workshops like Reiki, Tea Tasting, Coffee Tasting, TCM and much more...

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Address:

Kocoon Spa
Taiyue Heights, 1st floor, East side of the build­ing
16# Nan San­l­i­tun Road
Chaoyang District
Bei­jing China, 100027
100027 北京市朝阳区南三里屯路16号
Sub­way Line 6: Dongdaqiao station, Exit B

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RESERVATION: 137 41696021  |  65003797

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New at Kocoon spa: Lymphatic Detoxifying Massage

Lymphatic Detoxifying Massage at Kocoon Spa|Did you know every part of the body is influenced by the lymphatic system?  This is because all cells, no matter what their purpose is, need nourishing and cleaning.Our Lymphatic Detoxifying Massage uses controlled pressure on different areas of the body with essential oils, stimulating blood circulation, and helping the body eliminate toxins and excess fluid.  This massage is recommended for people who suffer from water retention, poor circulation, fatigue, and excess toxins in the body, because the lymphatic system has to be in prime condition for the immune system to work properly.

Lymphatic Detoxifying Massage with Kocoon's signature oils - 90 min | 620 rmb

Besides it's relaxing effects, this massage has many other benefits:

Skin care: For a clearer complexion and to lessen the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in facial tissue, as well as reducing puffiness around the eyes. Old scar tissue can be reduced while the appearance of new scars can be minimized. It’s commonly used before and after cosmetic surgery.

Detox: At the end of winter, or after a period of high stress, the body will really benefit from lymphatic drainage, to reduce the sluggishness brought on by too many starchy, high fat foods and too little exercise.

Headache: Most headaches including sinusitis have a component of congestion that responds well to   lymphatic drainage.   Once tissue is decongested, blocked fluid and blood flow improve, reducing pain and discomfort.

Promote healing: After surgery or injury, the tissue may be swollen and sore. Lymphatic drainage is a gentle treatment that will help drain the tissue, reduce inflammation and improve healing.

Pregnancy and after: There is often fluid retention in pregnant women and lymphatic drainage can improve comfort especially in legs and feet.  Breast feeding will be enhanced by this treatment, especially when there are problems with blocked ducts and sore tight breasts.

Reduce swelling: After long periods of immobility such as air travel or lessened mobility, fluid tends to stagnate in the tissue making it puffy and tender.

Conditions such as arthritis often have joints that are congested with fluid. All of these respond well when fluid is reduced with lymphatic drainage.

Relaxation: Because it is such a gentle treatment, it is one of the most relaxing.  And the relaxation is enhanced as the cleansing and rejuvenating effects relieve stress.

(Source & More information: WATERWORTH, Sue: Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage)

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Top cleansing and detox books of 2014!

Top cleansing and detox books of 2014 to start the new year

By relaxnews

After days of engaging in wanton gluttony, holiday revelers are slowly emerging from their food comas, eager to purge their bodies of that last chocolate bonbon and that second and unnecessary helping of turkey.

To help you along, here are a few of the best book releases from 2014 meant to offer readers tips on how to eat clean, nourish the body and begin the new year with a fresh start.

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Clean Slate: A Cookbook and Guide by editors of Martha Stewart Living
Over 160 pages, the editors of the Martha Stewart Living empire offer a variety of recipes that are meant to do everything from replenish, restore, reenergize and relax. Mostly a plant-based cookbook, recipes include roasted mushroom tartines with avocado; spinach and white bean dip; as well as wild salmon, asparagus and Shiitakes in parchment. Recipes emphasize clean eating, whole, unprocessed foods. The book includes a menu plan for a 3 to 21-day cleanse.
Retail price $26 USD

10-Day Green Smoothie Cleanse: Lose Up to 15 Pounds in 10 Days! by JJ Smith
It’s the bestselling book in Amazon’s Detox and Cleansing category and was also a New York Times bestseller in 2014. Designed to ‘jumpstart’ weight loss, the book provides step-by-step instructions on how to undergo a 10-day juice fast packed with leafy greens and fruits. The book includes a shopping list, recipes and detailed instructions on how to follow the diet.
Retail price $15.99

Zero Belly Diet: Lost up to 16 lbs in 14 days, by David Zinczenko
Release date: December 30, 2014
In his latest book, Zinczenko, author of the New York Times bestselling series ‘Eat This, Not That!’ takes a genetic approach to dieting in his latest book and explains how some foods actually ‘turn on’ our fat genes, causing weight gain. The book identifies nine power foods that can help turn off the switch and offers tips on how to lose excess belly fat, which increases the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease and cancer.
Retail price $26

The Blood Sugar Solution 10-Day Detox Diet: Activate Your Body’s Natural Ability to Burn Fat and Lose Weight Fast by Mark Hyman
Also a New York Times bestseller this year, Dr. Hyman’s approach to weight loss is to keep the body's insulin levels low. The book claims to teach readers how to ‘reprogram’ their metabolism, shut off fat-storing genes, and control appetite. Meal plans, recipes, and shopping lists are included, as is advice on supplements and exercise.
Retail price $28

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The Health Benefits Of Aloe Vera

Aloe Vera is more than just another pretty plant.

The ancient succulent is just one of 450 different types of aloe that dates back to 2100 BCE. Originating in Africa, the dessert plant is now grown around the world for various reasons. According to the Global Diabetes Community,aloe vera juice can decrease blood lipids and swelling, both of which are common in diabetics. Aloe vera juice can also be used as a laxative, but be careful not to consume too much because it can also cause stomach cramps, kidney problems and heart disturbances, warn experts at The Mayo Clinic.

In the infographic below by Natural Healers, a website for students of natural medicine, we learn more about this medicinal plant, including how to grow it in your own home. 

This infographic explain the story of the aloe vera, his composition and the benefits for your body.

 Source: The Health Benefits Of Aloe Vera

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Thai Massage Therapy

Ingrid is a Member certified in Professional Thai Massage for Therapy and Thai Massage for Health at Watpo. She will be offering private sessions at Kocoon spa on Wednesdays. Discover the Thai massage techniques to relaxe and revitalize your body and spirit!
Treatment Description: 
Carried out on a floor mattress and without the use of oils, Thai massage uses thumbs and palms pressure, stretching and stimulating energy (sen) lines to achieve complete relaxation and revitalization. Definitely an excellent way to improve circulation, decrease blood pressure, eliminate toxins, gain flexibility, reduce stress, increase energy levels, amongst other benefits.
About the Practitioner: Inspired by the foundations of the traditional Thai medicine and her continuous interest in exploring alternative ways of healing, Ingrid found in Thai Massage not only a beautiful but also effective traditional technique. Member of the Thai Healing Alliance and certified in Professional Thai Massage for Therapy and Thai Massage for Health at Watpo- Thailand, where she learned the traditional 2 hour massage sequence, acupressure and different therapies to approach common ailments.
Date: On Wednesdays Time available to book : 5:30pm - 8:30pm Loca­tion : Kocoon Spa Cover: 880rmb | person | 90 minutes session Information and reservation: reservations {at} kocoonspalounge.com
What is Thai Massage? - Thai Massage is part of the Thai Traditional Medicine ́s (TTM) - It ́s pillars are: Yoga, Ayurvedic medicine, Buddhism, Chinese herbal medicine and Thai herbal medicine - It ́s also known as Yogi Massage because many of the postures are analogue to the ones practiced in Yoga. The energy lines that are stimulated during the practice are also stimulated during the massage - There are many types of Thai Massage; northern style, southern style, Watpo style and many variations between them. - Watpo style comes from the famous Watpo Temple in Bangkok, where all the knowledge was consigned on the temples walls, it is also known as the Royal Massage due to its respectful protocol and minimum contact with the receiver. This became the first official school in Thailand. - Benefits: Blood circulation, muscle relaxation, increases flexibility, decreases blood pressure, reduces cortisol (stress hormone), muscle tone, joint lubrication.
    
Ingrid 是卧佛寺的一个经过认证的治疗型专业泰式按摩和保健泰式按摩组织的成员。她将每周三在Kocoonspa 提供私人课程,探索泰式按摩的益处,来放松和振奋你的身体和精神. 护理描述: 在地板的垫子上不需要使用精油,泰式按摩只通过大拇指和手掌压力,拉伸和刺激能量(SEN)线实现完全的放松和振奋,绝对是改善血液循环,降低血压,消除毒素和增加弹性,减少压力,提高能量水平的一种极好的途径。 特邀导师: 灵感来自传统的泰式医学基础和她在探索另类的治疗方式持续的兴趣。Ingrid 发现泰式按摩不仅漂亮而且是有效的传统技术。 她是泰国治愈联盟和卧佛寺的经过认证的治疗型专业泰式按摩和保健泰式按摩组织的成员,在这里她学会了针对常见疾病的传统的2小时按摩和指压疗法序列。 日期: 每周三 时间: 下午5:30-8:30 地点: Kocoon spa 费用: 880元/人,90分钟 更多信息和预约: reservations[a]kocoonspalounge.com 加入 Ingrid 在 Kocoon spa 的工作坊活动请点击链接 什么是泰式按摩?
  • 泰式按摩是泰式传统医学的一部分
  • 核心:瑜伽、印度草药医学、佛教、中国草药医学、泰国草药医学
  • 它也被称为瑜伽按摩,它的姿势是模拟的练习。瑜伽能量线在练习中被刺激,也在按摩中被刺激。
  • 泰式按摩有很多种类型:北方风格,南方风格,卧佛寺风格还有很多不同的风格。
  • 卧佛寺风格来源于曼谷著名的卧佛寺庙,所有的知识都被放置于寺庙的墙壁上。它由于和顾客之间尊重的协议和最小的接触,也被称为皇家按摩。它是泰国第一所官方正式学校。
  • 益处:刺激血液循环,放松肌肉,增加灵活性,降低血压,减少皮质醇(应激激素),肌紧张,关节润滑。
                                                             acupressure with Ingrid

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Thai Massage & Acupressure for Headaches

Thai Massage & Acupressure for Headaches at Kocoon Spa

Thursday May 19  At Kocoon Spa Do you have sometimes headaches ? Stressed out by your work or simply tired ? About One in six american suffer chronic headache every year, according to howstuffworks. A worrying phenomenon which is growing. Together, we would like to find solutions to fight headache. At Kocoon Spa, we give you the opportunity to learn Thai massage for headaches with a professional Thai Massage Therapist: Ingrid Tsai. She is a member certified in Professional Thai Massage for Therapy and Thai Massage for Health at Watpo.
  • Date : Thursday, May 19
  • Time : 7:00pm - 8:30pm
  • Price : 350RMB/person - cash payment only
  • Reservation at : community[at]kocoonspalounge.com
  • Space is limited, book now !
  • Thai massage practitioner : Ingrid Tsai
  • Book your private session on the day of the event and enjoy 10% off
  • Dresscode: This massage is performed with clothe on. You can prepare some comfortable clothe and change at the spa.
  • No experience is needed, all levels are welcome!

About Ingrid Tsai:

Inspired by the foundations of the traditional Thai medicine and her continuous interest in exploring alternative ways of healing, Ingrid Tsai found in Thai Massage not only a beautiful but also effective traditional technique. Member of the Thai Healing Alliance and certified in Professional Thai Massage for Therapy and Thai Massage for Health at Watpo- Thailand, where she learned the traditional 2 hours massage sequence, acupressure and different therapies to approach common ailments. Carried out on a floor mattress and without the use of oils, Thai massage uses thumbs and palms pressure, stretching and stimulating energy (sen) lines to achieve complete relaxation and revitalization. Definitely an excellent way to improve circulation, decrease blood pressure, eliminate toxins, gain flexibility, reduce stress, increase energy levels, amongst other benefits.

 

  
    

Kocoon spa 通过泰式按摩和指压疗法缓解疼痛

Kocoon spa 5月19日 星期四 你经历过间断性头痛吗?工作压力过大或者疲劳?每年美国六分之一的都会由于工作而引起慢性头痛。一个令人担忧的现象正在增多。我们要找到解决方式来对抗头痛。 Kocoon spa 将为您提供机会来学习针对缓解头痛的专业性泰式按摩。特邀导师 Ingrid , 她是卧佛寺的一家经过认证的治疗型和保健型泰式按摩组织的成员。
  • 日期: 星期四, 5月19日
  • 时间: 晚7点至8点半
  • 价格: 350元/人,只接受现金支付
  • 预约: community[a]kocoonspalounge.com
  • 位置有限,赶快行动吧!
  • 泰式按摩导师:Ingrid Tsai
  • 在活动当天预约私人课程可享受9折优惠 : 预约

特邀导师:

灵感来自传统的泰式医学基础和她在探索另类的治疗方式持续的兴趣。Ingrid 发现泰式按摩不仅漂亮而且是有效的传统技术。 她是泰国治愈联盟和卧佛寺的经过认证的治疗型专业泰式按摩和保健泰式按摩组织的成员,在这里她学会了针对常见疾病的传统的2小时按摩和指压疗法序列。 在地板的垫子上不需要使用精油,泰式按摩只通过大拇指和手掌压力,拉伸和刺激能量(SEN)线实现完全的放松和振奋,绝对是改善血液循环,降低血压,消除毒素和增加弹性,减少压力,提高能量水平的一种极好的途径。 

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How to find relief from migraines

By Yvette C. Terrie for U.S. News
 Everyone gets a headache now and then, but migraine headaches are characterized by recurring attacks of moderate to severe headache pain. Often called migraines, these headaches are a common neurologic condition that can negatively affect an individual’s quality of life. If you suffer from migraines, you are not alone. According to the National Headache Foundation and the American Migraine Study, more than 37 million individuals in the United States are affected by migraines, making them the second-most common type of headache. Migraines are most common among individuals ages 25 to 50, and migraines are three times more common in females than in males. Migraines typically start in childhood and may get better or worse as an affected individual ages. Research from the National Headache Foundation suggests that migraines tend to run in some families and that 70 to 80 percent of migraine sufferers have a family history of migraines. If you are like the 37 million individuals in the United States who are affected by migraines : We have a product suitable for you at Kocoon Spa : Head & Scalp Guasha at Kocoon Spa Our Anti Migraine Head & Scalp Guasha is espe­cially rec­om­mended for headaches and migraine attacks, low energy and com­mon cold. Otherwise we also have workshop and private sessions at Kocoon Spa created to learn thai massage moves for headaches :

Signs and Symptoms :

Migraines may last four to 72 hours and can disrupt your life. Some individuals who get migraines experience warning symptoms, known as an aura, before the onset of the migraine. An aura involves a group of symptoms including vision changes. The most common symptom associated with migraines is a throbbing pain on one side of the head. The signs and symptoms vary among individuals and may include:
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Blurred vision and/or a temporary blind spot
  • A zigzagging or flashing light
  • Sensitivity to light, smell and sound
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Cause and Common Triggers
While the exact cause of migraines is not known, genetics and environmental factors have been identified as possible causes. Several triggers include:
  • Stress
  • Fatigue
  • Anxiety
  • Caffeine withdrawal
  • Changes in weather, altitude and/or air pressure
  • Hormonal changes, like those that occur during a menstrual cycle or pregnancy
  • Environmental factors, such as noise, bright lights or certain odors
  • Consumption of vasoactive substances in certain foods, such as nitrates, tyramine (i.e. in aged cheese) red wine and monosodium glutamate
  • Alcohol consumption
  • Use of certain pharmacologic agents, such as nitrates, oral contraceptives, nifedipine and postmenopausal hormones
  • Changes in sleep or eating patterns
  • Smoking
  • Diagnosis
There is no single test for diagnosing migraines. If you suspect you are having a migraine, your doctor will review your medical history and symptoms as well as conduct complete physical and neurologic exams. Other medical tests, such as computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging, may be ordered to rule out other medical conditions.

Treatment :

The medications used for managing migraines are typically classified as preventive or pain-relieving medications. Treatment is determined by the frequency and severity of your migraines, the cause of your migraines, your other medical conditions, and your allergy history. Your pharmacist will explain how to take your medication. Some medications are taken daily, while others are taken at the onset of a migraine. In addition, several OTC products are marketed for the treatment of mild to moderate migraines. These products contain analgesics such as acetaminophen, ibuprofen and aspirin, as well as caffeine. It is important to note that self-treatment of migraines is only recommended after a diagnosis has been confirmed. To prevent drug interactions, contraindications or adverse reactions, it is important to discuss the use of these products with your doctor or pharmacist beforehand. Some patients with migraines may find relief by using alternative remedies such asbiofeedback, acupuncture, relaxation techniques and nutritional supplements.

Management and Prevention :

The best way to prevent migraines is to take your medication at the first sign of a migraine or before being exposed to a known trigger. Keeping a headache diary may help you identify possible triggers. Lifestyle modifications may reduce the frequency and severity of migraines; modifications include avoiding known triggers, exercising regularly, taking medication as directed and not skipping meals. You can ease the pain and discomfort associated with migraines by:
  • Getting sufficient sleep
  • Keeping a headache diary to determine your headache triggers
  • Resting and relaxing when possible, and reducing stress

Conclusion :

Migraine pain can be unbearable, so it is important for you to take your medication as directed and to seek immediate medical care if you do not obtain relief or if your migraine worsens. If you are taking any other medications, have other medical conditions, or are pregnant or breast-feeding, you should never take any medication until you have consulted your primary health care provider.

 

Source : huffingtonpost

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