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The application of heat increases perspiration, thus helping the body to rid itself of toxins.
Metabolism increases too, which aids digestion and makes one feel invigorated.
Temperature also has profound effects on the nervous system. Repeated application
increases the sensitivity of the coetaneous nerve endings and almost everyone has experi-
enced pain relief through the application of heat and cold as well.
AROMATHERAPY
Aromatherapy is an integral part of hydro-massage, the Whirlpool, Mass-air and Activ-air
systems available from Neptune baths are designed to exploit the volatility of essential and
aromatic oils. The passage of air through the water generated by these systems carries these
volatile oils into the surrounding air enhancing their effect.
Your daily bath will become a unique moment of relaxation when the pleasure of using
your bath is combined with intoxicating scents. The stimulating effects of these oils can both
activate your energy resources and invigorate your body, or relax and soothe tensions and
ailments. Children can also benefit from aromatherapy, since using chamomile essence in
the bath before bedtime relaxes the body and induces deeper sleep.
Essential oils are scented oils that are extracted from flowers, leaves, fruit, wood, herbs,
seeds, roots and sap. They are the product of water vapor distillation, a process that allows
them to retain the beneficial characteristics of each component. Real essential oils are
100% pure and they do not contain alcohol or artificial aromas.
NUTRIENT TRANSFER
Yet another element of hydro-massage involves the addition of sea salts to the bath water.
Seawater contains many different salts and ions including calcium, magnesium and potas-
sium. It is very similar to the elemental constituents of blood. This is beneficial because all
living cells are nourished by osmosis, the passage of molecules through the outer mem-
brane. The same is true for the skin. The addition of a small amount of sea salts into the
bath water helps to replenish the natural salts that are lost through perspiration. A second
benefit of the addition of sea salts is that it increases the water density helping to suspend
the body in the water allowing the muscles relax.
CHROMATHERAPY
An increasing number of studies are confirming that the controlled use of light has a
positive effect on your well being and quality of life. Each color has a particular effect on us:
Red and amber are associated with warmth; blue and violet with cold; green is neutral. The
Mood Lighting kit, available for your Neptune bath, can help you personalize your bath and
round out your therapeutic system.
CONCLUSION
The benefits of hydro-massage are well documented. The Whirlpool, Mass-air, Activ-air and
Mood Lighting systems available for Neptune baths have been designed to enhance these
therapeutic effects. Neptune encourages you to explore the exciting world of hydro-
massage and exploit the full potential of your new bath.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO SAFEGAURD
Note: Always keep your original bill of sale
Date of purchase: _________________________________________________________
Name of retailer: __________________________________________________________
Description of bath: ________________________________________________________
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Serial # (indicated underneath the bath): ______________________________________
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