Wellness & Spa FAQs in Louisville, Kentucky
Float Therapy FAQs
Is there anything I should do to prepare?
Avoid caffeine for several hours before your float so it's easier to relax during your session. Avoid shaving or waxing shortly before floating because the salt water may irritate freshly shaved skin. We also recommend eating a light meal about 60–90 minutes before your 90-minute float.
Do I need to bring anything?
We provide everything you need for your float, including towels, earplugs, body wash, shampoo and a robe. If you wear contact lenses, bring a case and solution so you can remove them before floating. Each of our float rooms is completely private, so a bathing suit is not necessary.
Do I have to stay in whole time?
No. Our float rooms are not locked, and you may get out at any time during your session. Most guests find that the 90-minute session goes by much faster than they expect.
How do you clean the float rooms?
Between every float, the water is filtered multiple times through a filtration system designed for the float room. The water is also treated with UV light and maintained with hydrogen peroxide. The float room and frequently touched surfaces are cleaned between guests.
Can I drown if I fall asleep in there?
The high concentration of Epsom salt makes the water extremely buoyant, helping you float effortlessly on the surface. Some guests do fall asleep during their float. As with any activity involving water, guests should follow all safety instructions and exit the float room if they feel unwell or uncomfortable.
Can more than one person float in a float room at a time?
Our standard float sessions are designed for one person per float room. We have four spacious 8′ × 7′ private float rooms, so friends or couples can float at the same time in separate rooms and relax together afterward in our post-float area.
Can I float While I’m Pregnant?
Many pregnant guests enjoy float therapy. If you are pregnant, particularly later in pregnancy or if you have any medical concerns or pregnancy complications, we recommend consulting your physician or midwife before floating.
What if I’m claustrophobic?
Our float experience is different from being enclosed in a traditional float tank or float pod. Blissful Relaxation uses spacious 8′ × 7′ private float rooms, giving you significantly more room to move around. You remain in control of your environment and may exit the float room at any time.
Will my skin get wrinkled or dehydrated during a 90-minute float?
Floating for 90 minutes generally does not cause the prolonged wrinkling people often associate with soaking in regular water. Many guests notice that their skin feels soft afterward. We recommend showering after your float to rinse the Epsom salt from your skin.
What is the difference between your float rooms and float tanks or float pods?
Unlike traditional float tanks or float pods, Blissful Relaxation uses spacious 8′ × 7′ private float rooms. You still experience the quiet, darkness and buoyancy of float therapy, but with much more room around you. Each room is completely private, and you remain in control of your environment throughout your 90-minute float.
Can I float if I’m menstruating?
Yes. You may float while menstruating. We recommend following the same hygiene precautions you would when swimming.
Can I float if I just dyed my hair?
If you've recently dyed your hair, make sure the water runs completely clear when rinsing your hair at home before floating. If any color is still coming out, please wait until it rinses completely clear. Salt water may affect some hair color, and hair dye can stain or damage the float room. Guests are responsible for the cost of professional cleaning or repairs resulting from hair dye released during their float.
I just got a tattoo, should I float?
We don't recommend floating with a fresh or unhealed tattoo. Salt water can cause significant irritation and may interfere with the healing process. We generally recommend waiting about 4–6 weeks after getting a tattoo before floating, but healing times vary. Your tattoo should be completely healed before you float, and you should follow your tattoo artist's aftercare recommendations.
Avoid caffeine for several hours before your float so it's easier to relax during your session. Avoid shaving or waxing shortly before floating because the salt water may irritate freshly shaved skin. We also recommend eating a light meal about 60–90 minutes before your 90-minute float.
Do I need to bring anything?
We provide everything you need for your float, including towels, earplugs, body wash, shampoo and a robe. If you wear contact lenses, bring a case and solution so you can remove them before floating. Each of our float rooms is completely private, so a bathing suit is not necessary.
Do I have to stay in whole time?
No. Our float rooms are not locked, and you may get out at any time during your session. Most guests find that the 90-minute session goes by much faster than they expect.
How do you clean the float rooms?
Between every float, the water is filtered multiple times through a filtration system designed for the float room. The water is also treated with UV light and maintained with hydrogen peroxide. The float room and frequently touched surfaces are cleaned between guests.
Can I drown if I fall asleep in there?
The high concentration of Epsom salt makes the water extremely buoyant, helping you float effortlessly on the surface. Some guests do fall asleep during their float. As with any activity involving water, guests should follow all safety instructions and exit the float room if they feel unwell or uncomfortable.
Can more than one person float in a float room at a time?
Our standard float sessions are designed for one person per float room. We have four spacious 8′ × 7′ private float rooms, so friends or couples can float at the same time in separate rooms and relax together afterward in our post-float area.
Can I float While I’m Pregnant?
Many pregnant guests enjoy float therapy. If you are pregnant, particularly later in pregnancy or if you have any medical concerns or pregnancy complications, we recommend consulting your physician or midwife before floating.
What if I’m claustrophobic?
Our float experience is different from being enclosed in a traditional float tank or float pod. Blissful Relaxation uses spacious 8′ × 7′ private float rooms, giving you significantly more room to move around. You remain in control of your environment and may exit the float room at any time.
Will my skin get wrinkled or dehydrated during a 90-minute float?
Floating for 90 minutes generally does not cause the prolonged wrinkling people often associate with soaking in regular water. Many guests notice that their skin feels soft afterward. We recommend showering after your float to rinse the Epsom salt from your skin.
What is the difference between your float rooms and float tanks or float pods?
Unlike traditional float tanks or float pods, Blissful Relaxation uses spacious 8′ × 7′ private float rooms. You still experience the quiet, darkness and buoyancy of float therapy, but with much more room around you. Each room is completely private, and you remain in control of your environment throughout your 90-minute float.
Can I float if I’m menstruating?
Yes. You may float while menstruating. We recommend following the same hygiene precautions you would when swimming.
Can I float if I just dyed my hair?
If you've recently dyed your hair, make sure the water runs completely clear when rinsing your hair at home before floating. If any color is still coming out, please wait until it rinses completely clear. Salt water may affect some hair color, and hair dye can stain or damage the float room. Guests are responsible for the cost of professional cleaning or repairs resulting from hair dye released during their float.
I just got a tattoo, should I float?
We don't recommend floating with a fresh or unhealed tattoo. Salt water can cause significant irritation and may interfere with the healing process. We generally recommend waiting about 4–6 weeks after getting a tattoo before floating, but healing times vary. Your tattoo should be completely healed before you float, and you should follow your tattoo artist's aftercare recommendations.
Full-Spectrum Infrared Sauna FAQs
What is a full-spectrum infrared sauna?
A full-spectrum infrared sauna uses near-infrared (NIR), mid-infrared (MIR), and far-infrared (FIR) wavelengths to produce penetrating warmth. Unlike a traditional sauna that primarily heats the surrounding air, infrared energy helps warm the body more directly.
What type of infrared sauna does Blissful Relaxation use?
Blissful Relaxation uses a Clearlight® Sanctuary™ C full-spectrum infrared sauna featuring near-, mid-, and far-infrared wavelengths. Our sauna is located in a private room and includes access to a private shower.
How long is an infrared sauna session?
Our full-spectrum infrared sauna sessions are 40 minutes. You can adjust your comfort during the session, and you may leave the sauna at any time.
How hot does the infrared sauna get?
Infrared saunas generally operate at lower air temperatures than traditional saunas while still providing intense, penetrating warmth. The temperature can be adjusted for your comfort during your session.
How many people can use the infrared sauna at once?
Our Clearlight Sanctuary C can accommodate up to three people. The sauna room is completely private, making it suitable for an individual session, couples, or small groups.
What should I wear in the infrared sauna?
Because your sauna session takes place in a private room, you can choose whatever makes you most comfortable. Many guests wear a swimsuit or lightweight clothing. Towels are provided.
Should I drink water before, during and after using the infrared sauna?
Yes. We recommend arriving well hydrated and drinking water during and after your session, since sweating increases fluid loss. A water dispenser is provided inside your private sauna room, so you have convenient access to water throughout your session.
Can I combine infrared sauna with halotherapy?
Yes. Halotherapy can be added to your infrared sauna session. When halotherapy is used in the sauna, the temperature is limited to 125°F for the session.
Can I combine the infrared sauna with a cold plunge?
Yes. Our Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy combines full-spectrum infrared sauna with a 48°F commercial cold plunge in a private room. This allows you to alternate between heat and cold during one session.
Who should talk to a healthcare professional before using an infrared sauna?
People who are pregnant, have certain cardiovascular or medical conditions, have difficulty regulating body temperature, or take medications that may affect heat tolerance should consult a qualified healthcare professional before using a sauna. If you feel dizzy, lightheaded, unwell, or overly uncomfortable during your session, exit the sauna.
A full-spectrum infrared sauna uses near-infrared (NIR), mid-infrared (MIR), and far-infrared (FIR) wavelengths to produce penetrating warmth. Unlike a traditional sauna that primarily heats the surrounding air, infrared energy helps warm the body more directly.
What type of infrared sauna does Blissful Relaxation use?
Blissful Relaxation uses a Clearlight® Sanctuary™ C full-spectrum infrared sauna featuring near-, mid-, and far-infrared wavelengths. Our sauna is located in a private room and includes access to a private shower.
How long is an infrared sauna session?
Our full-spectrum infrared sauna sessions are 40 minutes. You can adjust your comfort during the session, and you may leave the sauna at any time.
How hot does the infrared sauna get?
Infrared saunas generally operate at lower air temperatures than traditional saunas while still providing intense, penetrating warmth. The temperature can be adjusted for your comfort during your session.
How many people can use the infrared sauna at once?
Our Clearlight Sanctuary C can accommodate up to three people. The sauna room is completely private, making it suitable for an individual session, couples, or small groups.
What should I wear in the infrared sauna?
Because your sauna session takes place in a private room, you can choose whatever makes you most comfortable. Many guests wear a swimsuit or lightweight clothing. Towels are provided.
Should I drink water before, during and after using the infrared sauna?
Yes. We recommend arriving well hydrated and drinking water during and after your session, since sweating increases fluid loss. A water dispenser is provided inside your private sauna room, so you have convenient access to water throughout your session.
Can I combine infrared sauna with halotherapy?
Yes. Halotherapy can be added to your infrared sauna session. When halotherapy is used in the sauna, the temperature is limited to 125°F for the session.
Can I combine the infrared sauna with a cold plunge?
Yes. Our Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy combines full-spectrum infrared sauna with a 48°F commercial cold plunge in a private room. This allows you to alternate between heat and cold during one session.
Who should talk to a healthcare professional before using an infrared sauna?
People who are pregnant, have certain cardiovascular or medical conditions, have difficulty regulating body temperature, or take medications that may affect heat tolerance should consult a qualified healthcare professional before using a sauna. If you feel dizzy, lightheaded, unwell, or overly uncomfortable during your session, exit the sauna.
Halotherapy (Salt Therapy) FAQs
What is halotherapy?
Halotherapy, also known as dry salt therapy, involves breathing air containing tiny particles of pharmaceutical-grade salt produced by a professional halogenerator. At Blissful Relaxation, halotherapy is offered in a private, dedicated salt room and can also be added to an infrared sauna session.
How long is a halotherapy session?
Our private salt room sessions are 45 minutes, giving you time to relax while the halogenerator disperses dry salt particles throughout the room.
How does your salt room work?
Our salt room uses a professional halogenerator to grind pharmaceutical-grade salt into very small particles and disperse them into the air. This is different from simply sitting near decorative salt walls or Himalayan salt lamps.
How many people can use the salt room together?
Our private halotherapy room can accommodate up to four people, making it suitable for individuals, couples, or small groups.
What should I wear during a halotherapy session?
You can remain fully clothed during your salt room session. We recommend comfortable clothing so you can relax during the 45-minute session.
Can I use halotherapy with the infrared sauna?
Yes. Halotherapy can be added to a full-spectrum infrared sauna session. When halotherapy is used with the sauna, the sauna temperature is limited to 125°F.
Is halotherapy the same as sitting in a salt cave or near a salt wall?
Not necessarily. The key component of the halotherapy offered at Blissful Relaxation is our professional halogenerator, which disperses pharmaceutical-grade dry salt particles into the air. Our salt-diamond wall contributes to the atmosphere of the room, while the halogenerator provides the dry salt aerosol used during the session.
Who should talk to a healthcare professional before trying halotherapy?
If you have a respiratory or other medical condition, are pregnant, or have concerns about whether halotherapy is appropriate for you, consult a qualified healthcare professional before your session. Halotherapy is a wellness service and is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure medical conditions.
Halotherapy, also known as dry salt therapy, involves breathing air containing tiny particles of pharmaceutical-grade salt produced by a professional halogenerator. At Blissful Relaxation, halotherapy is offered in a private, dedicated salt room and can also be added to an infrared sauna session.
How long is a halotherapy session?
Our private salt room sessions are 45 minutes, giving you time to relax while the halogenerator disperses dry salt particles throughout the room.
How does your salt room work?
Our salt room uses a professional halogenerator to grind pharmaceutical-grade salt into very small particles and disperse them into the air. This is different from simply sitting near decorative salt walls or Himalayan salt lamps.
How many people can use the salt room together?
Our private halotherapy room can accommodate up to four people, making it suitable for individuals, couples, or small groups.
What should I wear during a halotherapy session?
You can remain fully clothed during your salt room session. We recommend comfortable clothing so you can relax during the 45-minute session.
Can I use halotherapy with the infrared sauna?
Yes. Halotherapy can be added to a full-spectrum infrared sauna session. When halotherapy is used with the sauna, the sauna temperature is limited to 125°F.
Is halotherapy the same as sitting in a salt cave or near a salt wall?
Not necessarily. The key component of the halotherapy offered at Blissful Relaxation is our professional halogenerator, which disperses pharmaceutical-grade dry salt particles into the air. Our salt-diamond wall contributes to the atmosphere of the room, while the halogenerator provides the dry salt aerosol used during the session.
Who should talk to a healthcare professional before trying halotherapy?
If you have a respiratory or other medical condition, are pregnant, or have concerns about whether halotherapy is appropriate for you, consult a qualified healthcare professional before your session. Halotherapy is a wellness service and is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure medical conditions.
Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy & Cold Plunge FAQs
What is Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy?
Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy combines full-spectrum infrared sauna with cold-water immersion in our 48°F commercial cold plunge. Both are located together in a private room, allowing you to alternate between heat and cold at your own pace.
How cold is the cold plunge?
Our commercial Plunge® cold plunge is maintained at approximately 48°F. You control how long you remain in the cold water and may exit the plunge at any time.
Do I have to use both the sauna and cold plunge?
During a Fire & Ice session, you control your experience and can adjust the amount of time you spend in the infrared sauna and cold plunge based on your comfort level. There is no requirement to remain in the cold plunge for a specific amount of time.
How long should I stay in the cold plunge?
Cold tolerance varies considerably from person to person. Start with a brief immersion and exit if you feel excessively uncomfortable, dizzy, lightheaded, numb or unwell. Longer is not necessarily better.
What should I bring for Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy?
Bring a swimsuit to wear in the cold plunge. Towels are provided. We also recommend arriving well hydrated.
Is the Fire & Ice room private?
Yes. Your Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy session takes place in a private room containing both the full-spectrum infrared sauna and cold plunge.
Can more than one person do Fire & Ice together?
Yes. Fire & Ice can be enjoyed individually or with others. We offer options for one, two or three people in the private contrast therapy room.
Can halotherapy be added to Fire & Ice?
Yes. Halotherapy can be added to Fire & Ice sessions, allowing you to experience dry salt therapy during the infrared sauna portion of your session.
Who should consult a healthcare professional before using a cold plunge or contrast therapy?
Cold-water immersion and heat exposure place additional demands on the cardiovascular system. If you have a heart or circulatory condition, uncontrolled high blood pressure, are pregnant, have difficulty regulating body temperature, or have another medical condition that may affect your response to heat or cold, consult a qualified healthcare professional before participating.
Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy combines full-spectrum infrared sauna with cold-water immersion in our 48°F commercial cold plunge. Both are located together in a private room, allowing you to alternate between heat and cold at your own pace.
How cold is the cold plunge?
Our commercial Plunge® cold plunge is maintained at approximately 48°F. You control how long you remain in the cold water and may exit the plunge at any time.
Do I have to use both the sauna and cold plunge?
During a Fire & Ice session, you control your experience and can adjust the amount of time you spend in the infrared sauna and cold plunge based on your comfort level. There is no requirement to remain in the cold plunge for a specific amount of time.
How long should I stay in the cold plunge?
Cold tolerance varies considerably from person to person. Start with a brief immersion and exit if you feel excessively uncomfortable, dizzy, lightheaded, numb or unwell. Longer is not necessarily better.
What should I bring for Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy?
Bring a swimsuit to wear in the cold plunge. Towels are provided. We also recommend arriving well hydrated.
Is the Fire & Ice room private?
Yes. Your Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy session takes place in a private room containing both the full-spectrum infrared sauna and cold plunge.
Can more than one person do Fire & Ice together?
Yes. Fire & Ice can be enjoyed individually or with others. We offer options for one, two or three people in the private contrast therapy room.
Can halotherapy be added to Fire & Ice?
Yes. Halotherapy can be added to Fire & Ice sessions, allowing you to experience dry salt therapy during the infrared sauna portion of your session.
Who should consult a healthcare professional before using a cold plunge or contrast therapy?
Cold-water immersion and heat exposure place additional demands on the cardiovascular system. If you have a heart or circulatory condition, uncontrolled high blood pressure, are pregnant, have difficulty regulating body temperature, or have another medical condition that may affect your response to heat or cold, consult a qualified healthcare professional before participating.
Massage Therapy FAQs
What types of massage do you offer?
Blissful Relaxation offers Swedish, relaxation and deep-tissue massage. Your massage can be customized based on your preferences, comfort level and desired pressure.
How long are your massage sessions?
We offer both 60-minute and 90-minute massage sessions.
Who provides massage therapy at Blissful Relaxation?
Massage therapy is provided by Patrice Perkins, LMT, a licensed massage therapist in Kentucky (License #108791).
What should I wear during a massage?
You will have privacy to undress to your comfort level before your massage. Professional draping is used throughout the session, and only the area being worked on is uncovered.
Should I tell my massage therapist about injuries or areas of discomfort?
Yes. Before your session, let your massage therapist know about any injuries, areas of discomfort, recent procedures or other concerns that could affect your massage. You should also communicate at any time during the session if you would like the pressure or technique adjusted.
Can I combine a massage with other Blissful Relaxation services?
Yes. Massage can be combined with other wellness services, including float therapy, full-spectrum infrared sauna and halotherapy. We also offer packages that combine multiple services in one visit.
Who should consult a healthcare professional before receiving massage therapy?
If you have a recent injury or surgery, blood-clotting concerns, certain cardiovascular conditions, an active infection or another medical condition that may affect whether massage is appropriate for you, consult a qualified healthcare professional before scheduling.
Blissful Relaxation offers Swedish, relaxation and deep-tissue massage. Your massage can be customized based on your preferences, comfort level and desired pressure.
How long are your massage sessions?
We offer both 60-minute and 90-minute massage sessions.
Who provides massage therapy at Blissful Relaxation?
Massage therapy is provided by Patrice Perkins, LMT, a licensed massage therapist in Kentucky (License #108791).
What should I wear during a massage?
You will have privacy to undress to your comfort level before your massage. Professional draping is used throughout the session, and only the area being worked on is uncovered.
Should I tell my massage therapist about injuries or areas of discomfort?
Yes. Before your session, let your massage therapist know about any injuries, areas of discomfort, recent procedures or other concerns that could affect your massage. You should also communicate at any time during the session if you would like the pressure or technique adjusted.
Can I combine a massage with other Blissful Relaxation services?
Yes. Massage can be combined with other wellness services, including float therapy, full-spectrum infrared sauna and halotherapy. We also offer packages that combine multiple services in one visit.
Who should consult a healthcare professional before receiving massage therapy?
If you have a recent injury or surgery, blood-clotting concerns, certain cardiovascular conditions, an active infection or another medical condition that may affect whether massage is appropriate for you, consult a qualified healthcare professional before scheduling.
Membership FAQs
How do Blissful Relaxation memberships work?
Blissful Relaxation memberships provide monthly credits that can be used toward eligible wellness services. Your membership is automatically billed each month on your original purchase date.
Can I share my membership credits with friends or family?
Yes. Membership credits can be shared with friends or family members at no additional cost.
Do unused membership credits roll over?
Yes. Unused membership credits roll over from month to month and remain valid for up to three years while your membership stays active.
Is there a minimum membership commitment?
Yes. Memberships have a three-month minimum commitment. After the initial three months, you may cancel your membership at any time.
What services are available through memberships?
We offer membership options for several Blissful Relaxation services, including float therapy, full-spectrum infrared sauna, halotherapy and Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy. Membership options vary depending on the services and number of monthly credits you choose.
Can I combine different wellness services with a membership?
Yes. Blissful Relaxation offers multiple membership options designed for guests who want to use individual services or combine different wellness experiences. Visit our Memberships & Packages page to see the current options.
Blissful Relaxation memberships provide monthly credits that can be used toward eligible wellness services. Your membership is automatically billed each month on your original purchase date.
Can I share my membership credits with friends or family?
Yes. Membership credits can be shared with friends or family members at no additional cost.
Do unused membership credits roll over?
Yes. Unused membership credits roll over from month to month and remain valid for up to three years while your membership stays active.
Is there a minimum membership commitment?
Yes. Memberships have a three-month minimum commitment. After the initial three months, you may cancel your membership at any time.
What services are available through memberships?
We offer membership options for several Blissful Relaxation services, including float therapy, full-spectrum infrared sauna, halotherapy and Fire & Ice Contrast Therapy. Membership options vary depending on the services and number of monthly credits you choose.
Can I combine different wellness services with a membership?
Yes. Blissful Relaxation offers multiple membership options designed for guests who want to use individual services or combine different wellness experiences. Visit our Memberships & Packages page to see the current options.
Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy
We require at least 24 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment.
Appointments canceled with less than 24 hours' notice will be charged the full appointment amount.
If you need to make changes to your appointment, please call us as soon as possible.
All sales are final. No refunds will be given.
We require at least 24 hours' notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment.
Appointments canceled with less than 24 hours' notice will be charged the full appointment amount.
If you need to make changes to your appointment, please call us as soon as possible.
All sales are final. No refunds will be given.
Locally Owned & Family Operated in Louisville, Kentucky
LOCATION1200 East Oak Street
Louisville, KY 40204 |
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