The Soothe Team has been hard at work implementing new features designed to make running your business easier than ever. We’ve redesigned service area preferences, updated our app navigation, and made it simpler to find the information you really need to provide great service for every client you book.

Easier App Navigation

Our new account menu is built to provide shortcuts into the areas of the app you don’t always use, but want easy access to when you need them. You’ll now be able to access your 1099, Stripe Payout, Profile Picture, Bio, and location bundles from the Account page. This is also where you’ll be able to email and chat with our support team, access the help center, and discover tutorials to help you get the most out of the provider app. The pages you use most frequently in your day to day are still conveniently available from the main menu on the left hand side of the screen.

We’ve broken the new account menu out into easy-to-understand sections to help you quickly find exactly what you’re looking for.

• Manage Profile – Here, you’ll be able to update your profile image and bio
• Offer Settings – Set your general availability, design location bundles, and choose your preferred service categories to ensure you see the offers that are most relevant to you first.
• Settings – This is where you’ll be able to manage most of the business-related aspects of your business. You can pause offers, update your mailing address, manage stripe payouts, track therapist agreement forms, update your transportation method, get verified, and view your 1099 tax forms.
• Support – Get help, as soon as you need it. In addition to chatting or emailing directly with our support staff, you’ll be able to easily tap into resources like the help center or our tutorials page.
• Legal – Here, you’ll be able to quickly and easily access the Terms and Conditions or the Privacy Policy, should you ever need them.
• Logout – We all need a break, sometimes. Just don’t forget to log back in!

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Map It Out

With our new Service Area mapping feature, you’ll be able to set exact boundaries for your service locations, just by drawing it on a map. All you have to do is go to Offers > Offer Preferences > Service Areas and then draw your preferred service area boundaries directly in the map.

When you’re ready to set a location, you can navigate the map with three simple controls:

• Pinch to zoom in and out
• Use two fingers to drag the map
• Draw with one finger to set the boundaries of your desired location

You can set multiple service locations in order to see offers that best match your needs and your schedule. You can also group these locations together into Location Bundles, making it easy to be as broad or as specific with offer preferences as you want.

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Brand New Offers “For You”

We want to make it easy to find important offer information, first. That’s why we’ve created a brand new For You section. Here, you’ll be able to find the most relevant offers to you and your business, based on the criteria you selected in Offer Preferences. Offers that are less relevant to your preferences can still be found under Other Offers.

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Know Before You Book

We want to empower you to build a business that meets your needs so that you can better meet the needs of your clients. That’s why Offers will now let you see more information before you accept the work. Key information featured in the offers will now include:

• A map of the location
• Optimal driving route
• The client’s full address
• The client’s profile picture
• Parking details
• If the client has pets
• If the client has stairs

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Upcoming Appointments

We’ve updated the Upcoming Appointments page to include larger cards designed to highlight the most relevant information you need to prep for your day. Plus, the cards feature shortcuts that allow you to change an appointment status from “On my way” to “Check in” to “Check out” with just a tap. You’ll also be able to view past appointments from this screen, allowing you to better track where you’ve been and where you’re going.

In order to make this tool as useful as possible, we’ve designed a few new icons to help you find information quickly and easily. Look for icons to indicate the type of building, available parking, accessibility considerations, and any pets you may need to be aware of before entering.

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The Soothe team works hard to build features that help connect Providers to clients looking to book top-tier spa services. The team is excited to share all these new updates and enhancements with all of you. Check out all these new changes available now on Android and iOS.

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SOOTHE shall have the right in its sole discretion to suspend and/or terminate PROVIDER’s participation on SOOTHE’s platform without advance notice for lateness, cancellations (both early and late) and for failure to show up for the appointment as follows:

*NOTE: The foregoing is related only to attendance. SOOTHE also reserves the right to remove any PROVIDER from the SOOTHE platform at any time for non-attendance related issues. (e.g. low quality score, customer complaints, etc.)

Effective Date: July 13, 2022

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What is “sleep hygiene”?

Simply put, sleep hygiene refers to the habits that help you get a little more rest each night. When we create a comfortable environment and build a routine designed to calm our body and brain, we’re able to fall asleep faster, allowing us to achieve more Slow-Wave Sleep and REM Sleep. Slow-Wave Sleep (or Deep Sleep) is thought to help restore and recuperate the body, while REM Sleep is essential for key brain functions like learning and memory. The more time your body and brain can spend immersed in these states, the more productively they’ll be able to function during the day. Basically: If you want to do your best, you need to get some rest!

How’d you sleep?

If it’s been a long time since you’ve had a solid sleep routine, it can be tough to know what good, regular sleep looks and feels like. Here are some things to consider:

Six to Eight: Healthy adults need somewhere between six to eight hours of sleep, every night. The exact number is a little different for everyone, but if you’re regularly sleeping less than six or waking up feeling groggy and unrested, it’s a sign that something needs to change.

Sleep, Uninterrupted: How often are you waking up each night? And if you wake up, are you able to easily fall back asleep? Waking several times a night and being unable to fall back asleep quickly means you’re not getting the full cycle of slow-wave and REM sleep that your body needs to rest.

Rested and Ready: When you wake up, you should feel ready to take on the day, not ready to crawl back into bed and hit the snooze. Check in with yourself regularly when you get up to see how you’re doing. It’s a great way to tell if you’re getting enough z’s!

Hygiene How-Tos:

There’s no better feeling than waking up refreshed and ready to go, no coffee needed. But figuring out how to achieve that feeling sleep-after-sleep? That can really keep you up at night.

Everyone’s sleep hygiene habits will look a little different, based on your specific needs. However, there are two key categories that experts say we can all spend a little extra time thinking about: environment and habit.

A good sleep environment is one that is comfortable, clean, quiet, and dark. Making sure you’ve got a great mattress, clean sheets, and a quiet, dark space can go a long way towards getting a good night’s sleep.

Once your pillows are fluffed and your noise machine is playing some soothing sounds, it’s time to take a look at your habits. Adjusting habits can be tough, so it’s great to start with changes that can happen on autopilot.

Put down the phone

Getting a notification from a friend can give us a quick and delightful boost of serotonin throughout the day. Unfortunately, constant notifications can also amp up the sympathetic nervous system and make it harder to get to sleep! Most phones have a setting that will automatically silence your notifications after a certain time of day, making it easier to get some distance so you can get some rest.

Lighten up

Light can have a major impact on our ability to regulate sleep habits. The three biggest offenders? Too little sunlight during the day. Too much bright light at night. Too much blue light all of the time.

Sunlight: Sunlight is a key driver of circadian rhythms. Opening the blinds, running outside instead of on the treadmill, or even just spending your lunch break in a nearby park can make it much, much easier to get that rhythm back on track.

Dim the lights: Once the sun starts to go down, it’s time to dim the lights so your body can wind down too. Setting up light timers or using programmable “smart lights” are easy ways to make this process automatic.

Bye, bye blues: Blue light is a particularly cold shade of light emitted by anything with a screen that may decrease melatonin production. If melatonin production is disrupted, our sleep can suffer too! Most screens have a setting that will automatically reduce blue light after dark or can permanently reduce blue light all of the time.

Schedule Some “Me” Time

A regularly scheduled massage can help you carve out precious self-care time while also working on your sleep hygiene. Setting aside an hour or so 2 to 3 times per month to get a massage can help treat stress-related insomnia. By releasing tension from our muscles, our body and brain have an easier time dropping into a deeper, more restful sleep. Plus, the benefits of improved sleep and massage can help complement each other. They both improve circulation, increase energy, and give your immune system a boost.

If you’re interested in making regular massage part of your new and improved sleep hygiene routine, Soothe can help. Our on-demand massages bring a spa-quality experience to you, making it easier than ever to incorporate it into your weekly routine. Plus, we’ve got lots of options designed to cater to your sleep goals and physical needs.

60 minutes: A 60-minute session is perfect for massage table regulars looking for self-care maintenance. This length of time allows your therapist to do a sweep of the whole body to remove day-to-day tension that might crop up between sessions.

90 minutes: The perfect monthly complement to target trouble spots. If you are someone who already sets aside time for a monthly massage, adding a 90-minute session to your routine is perfect for working on regular aches and pains that can crop up over the course of the month from things like repetitive use or poor posture.

120 minutes: If you have regular pain and stiffness or you experience frequent periods of high stress, try starting with two to three 120 minute sessions until you’re able to bring your body back down to a baseline. Once you’re back at your baseline, longer 120-minute sessions can become part of a long-term maintenance routine.

CBD add-on: CBD is a safe and effective way to add extra pain relief to any massage, no matter the length. CBD is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-spasm properties, making recovery from strain even easier. Plus, it has a light sedative effect, perfect for helping you drift off to dreamland.

Stick To It

Once you’ve figured out what works for you, the single most important thing you can do is keep it up! Routine is one of the most important parts of good sleep hygiene. When you have a routine you stick to, it sends signals to your brain that help it release the chemicals you need to get deep, restful sleep. With an improved sleep routine, you’ll wake up refreshed and ready to take on the day!

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What Happens During a Massage? 

If you’ve never gotten a professional massage before, it can be intimidating. During a session, the massage therapist uses different techniques to apply pressure and manipulate the tissues around specific areas of the body. These techniques, usually circles, long strokes, and percussive movements can help relax the muscles and work out tension throughout the body. The pressure ranges from light to deep into muscles and tissues depending on the style of massage. 

Benefits of Regular Massage

Massage is more than just a way to feel good. In fact, massage therapy is a recognized form of integrative medicine, especially for treating chronic pain. Some of the most commonly experienced benefits of massage therapy include: 

• Reduced stress
• Reduced pain and chronic pain
• Relief from muscle soreness
• Relieved tension 
• Improved mood

Beyond relaxation, studies have shown that even just one massage session can improve circulation, boost energy and alertness, and help people sleep. Many of these common massage benefits result from lower heart rate and blood pressure during the treatment. It’s important to note that many people feel sore for a day or two following massage therapy. This is totally normal, and the benefits listed above can last up to a full week after each massage appointment. 

How Often Should You Get A Massage? 

One massage every year may feel good, but it’s likely not enough to produce lasting effects. Especially for those that suffer from chronic conditions, or physically active people, regular massage therapy treatment can be a great addition to wellness routines. According to recent research on the effectiveness of massage therapy, regular massage has proven effective for patients undergoing treatment for cancer, skin conditions, prenatal depression, osteoporosis, and chronic pain conditions. People new to massage therapy should start slow, and work their way up to more frequent appointments. 

Getting massages weekly or twice a month can be a great way to assist in minimizing the symptoms of conditions such as:

• Chronic low back pain 
• Neck and shoulder pain 
• Recurring headaches
• Sports injuries 
• PMS
• Fibromyalgia
• Breast cancer and lymphoma
• Stress-induced insomnia 
• Digestive conditions
• Nerve pain 
• Autoimmune disorders

While not a replacement for traditional medicine or medical care, massage therapy can be a helpful addition to a care treatment plan. A doctor should always be consulted before starting massage therapy to treat any medical condition.

Massage for Mental Wellbeing

Massage therapy has also proven an effective method for improving mental health. Studies comparing levels of cortisol, also known as the stress hormone, have found a correlation between massage and lower cortisol levels. Getting a massage relaxes the body and mind, which allows many people to practice mindfulness and gratitude. In addition, the element of human touch during a massage session fosters feelings of connection, which can aid in building meaningful relationships. As a form of self-care, regular massage treatments can help with: 

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Chronic and acute stress
• Boosting confidence 
• Improved focus 
• Better sleep 
• Increased energy 

Where to Get Regular Massage Therapy 

For the best results in regular massage treatment, always work with the same therapist or practitioner. This helps the therapist measure progress, and make adjustments to treatment based on specific needs or changes over time. 

It’s important to always book massage therapy appointments with a certified and licensed professional. There is a small risk of injury with massage, so proper training is essential to preventing unwanted pain. Professional massage therapy is usually available at spas, chiropractic facilities, through alternative medical offices, and at home with mobile massage therapy. Companies like Soothe make massage therapy more accessible by pairing clients with licensed therapists; and having the therapist come directly to the client for their treatment. 

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Want to get more booking requests, and book faster? Then Instant Confirm is the Soothe feature for you! With Instant Confirm, Providers on the Soothe Network can automatically book sessions that fit their availability and preferences. Using Instant Confirm is a great way to fill your schedule with less management on your part! If you’re interested in earning more with Soothe, read on to learn the benefits of using Instant Confirm. Plus, we’ll answer the most common Instant Confirm questions. 

How does Instant Confirm benefit Providers?

One of the benefits of Instant Confirm is the ability to book more appointments with Soothe. As a result, you can earn more money. For example, Providers with Instant Confirm availability get an average of 2x more appointments than those only accepting general offers. With Instant Confirm, you will be able to bypass general offers and be assigned onto appointments that match the criteria you set. 

Keep in mind, you can still accept any general offer outside of the Instant Confirm schedule! Just make sure to remove any Instant Confirm availability that conflicts with the general offers you have accepted.

Instant Confirm FAQs

What are the Instant Confirm preferences? 

Providers shared their preferences for this feature, and Soothe listened! With our latest update, we added new Appointment Duration, Minimum Advanced Notice, and Couples Massage toggles. 

To set up your desired Appointment Duration, specify the desired Minimum Length and Maximum Length of assigned appointments. Next, set the Minimum Advance Notice you need before the appointment start time. This setting determines the length of time between appointments, so you never worry about being late! You can also toggle if you are willing to take couples massages. 

Is there a specific amount of time/hours I need to commit to? 

As always with Soothe, you are in control of your schedule. So, there is no minimum amount of hours or days you need to commit to Instant Confirm. This feature helps you more easily manage your schedule, and get more appointments with Soothe. Since you will see more earning opportunities the more you use Instant Confirm, we recommend starting small and adding more availability later. 

Can I still accept general offers? What about offers in other areas? 

Yes! With Instant Confirm you can still accept any general offer outside of the availability set on Instant Confirm. If you do accept an offer in a different area or zip code, make sure to update your Instant Confirm availability. You want to avoid any conflicts or double-bookings. You can choose to update the area or the time frame within the Instant Confirm settings at any time.

How do I set up my Instant Confirm bundles and neighborhoods? 

Location bundles are the selected areas you choose to use for Instant Confirm. You can have multiple different bundles depending on where you would like to work and your current area code. To set your neighborhood bundles, click on “locations” in the menu. Next, click on the orange plus sign in the bottom right. All of your available neighborhoods will be listed. Add a bundle name and icon correlating with the neighborhood(s) you choose. The default location should be the neighborhood(s) you use most often. To select the neighborhood, slide the toggle to the right. Orange toggles indicate selected neighborhoods. Scroll to the bottom of the page and select “create” to save. Congrats, you created a bundle!

Can I edit or delete a bundle? 

Yes, adjusting your Instant Confirm settings is easy! Your current bundles are under locations. To make changes, click on the bundle you want to edit or delete. On that page you can change the name, the icon used, un-toggle a neighborhood, or delete the bundle.

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While booking an at-home massage is a great way to help manage your anxiety, we know our therapists can’t be there every time you start to feel anxious. At Soothe, it’s our goal to help you relax and feel your best, so we’ve outlined some simple steps that can help you cope with any anxiety at any time.

Mental Wellness: Have to stay connected.

Loneliness can commonly lead to heightened anxiety. If you feel stuck and alone because you’re adhering to social distancing or stay-at-home orders, there are still plenty of ways to be social with your friends and family. Checking in via FaceTime, group chats, and even good old-fashioned phone calls with loved ones can help. Schedule family check-ins, have a virtual game night, or just vent to each other. Technology is a wonderful thing! 

Self-care is key.

When tough situations become overwhelming, step away from the cycle of bad news and anxiety-inducing interactions that are causing your anxiety. Instead, focus on taking care of yourself in fun, relaxing ways, too. A self-care routine is a great way to cope with anxiety, as it reminds you to love yourself without trying to change who you are. Maybe try starting a daily meditation or yoga nidra practice, or treat yourself to an extra-long bath or fun face mask. Do something that makes you feel more relaxed, and do it as often as you need to!

Make a schedule.

It can be tempting to just lounge on the couch and binge an entire Netflix series when you’re feeling down. But psychology has shown that we are less likely to succumb to anxious feelings if we have tasks or a daily routine to keep our minds busy. It can be as simple as a daily to-do list: make a healthy breakfast, work out in the living room, send that email you’ve been putting off, finally clean out that overflowing closet. Crossing items off your to-do’s will help you feel a sense of accomplishment, and distract your mind from anxious thoughts!

Your mental health should be a priority

Anxiety has been shown to contribute to hypochondria – the thought that we are sick when we are not. Now more than ever, it’s important to be aware of your physical wellbeing as it relates to your mental state. Taking care of yourself in small, simple ways can make a big impact. Make sure you’re eating well, drinking plenty of fluids, and maybe even catching up on your sleep — it can make all the difference in helping you cope with anxiety. 

Seek additional help.

It’s normal to feel a little bit anxious every once in a while. But if intense distress impacts your daily life for several days or weeks, you should consider talking to a therapist, counselor, or doctor. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or maintaining positive thoughts, you can also contact the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-985-5990, and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255.

Massage and Coping with Anxiety

Massage is a great tool for managing anxiety! Massage helps you relax and relieves tension associated with anxiety. In addition, therapeutic massage lowers cortisol levels, the hormone our bodies produce in response to stress. Booking a 60-minute massage at home is a great way to release your stress and anxiety, and regular massage can be a powerful tool in managing ongoing symptoms.

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What to do when you’re single on Valentine’s Day

Being single on Valentine’s Day is the perfect chance to treat your #1 — you! Learning to love yourself can be a challenging and lifelong undertaking. If you don’t already practice self-love on a regular basis, now’s a great time to start. For self-love Valentine’s Day ideas, take a moment to appreciate all the amazing things you do for yourself, and how awesome you are!

1. Indulge in your favorite things. Whatever it is that truly makes you happy, do it! Whether it’s curling up with a good book, grabbing a sweaty gym session, or baking bread, you deserve to do it on Valentine’s Day.
2. Get crafty and creative. Engage your brain in a new way and do something creative on Valentine’s Day! For example, you can try your hand at a virtual wine and paint night, learn how to decorate a cake, or even DIY some decor. Remember, part of self-love is accepting that you’re not perfect at everything, so it’s ok to make mistakes and laugh at yourself if it’s a total fail. It’s all about enjoying yourself, after all!
3. Have a self-love spa day at home. Nothing says self-love quite like unplugging and pampering yourself for a day. Leave the laptop off, and get out your comfiest robe. Take a long, relaxing bath, sip on some DIY spa water, and play soothing music. Use candles or aromatherapy to set the mood and enhance your at-home spa vibes. Book a professional massage at home with Soothe to really go all-out for yourself on Valentine’s Day!
4. Write love notes. No, not to your crush. A great way to manifest more gratitude and self-love is to write it down. Writing love notes to yourself might feel weird, but we promise it works! Take time to focus on all the things you love about yourself and are thankful for in your life. If you’re feeling really inspired, thank-you notes also make a heartfelt Valentine’s Day gift for your friends and family!

Galentine’s Day 2021 plans for friends

Want to celebrate February 14 with your besties? Staying at home doesn’t mean you have to skip out on the Galentine’s Day fun. We have 3 great ideas for Valentine’s Day 2021 plans to have with friends, even if you can’t be together in person.

1. Galentine’s Day (virtual) brunch. No need to trek out to a restaurant or worry about reservations this year. Instead, schedule a video call with your besties, and order in (or DIY) your favorite brunch dishes. Cute outfits and mimosas strongly recommended.
2. Host a Valentine’s Day trivia night. Jump on a virtual call with all your friends (singles and couples welcome) and let the competition begin. Want to put a Feb. 14 spin on the event? Quiz everyone on celebrity couples, rom-com movie facts, and romances found in classic literature.
3. Do a dessert exchange. Get your oven ready! To host a Valentine’s Day dessert exchange, everyone bakes a different treat. Think heart-shaped brownies, red wine cake pops, and homemade cookies. Then, wrap up individual servings for each person in the group and deliver! Finally, do a contactless drop off at each house, send them in the mail, or have one person collect and deliver all the treats.
4. Valentine’s Day plans for the guys. Guys can celebrate Valentine’s Day together too. Make plans for a video game night, or marathon your favorite TV series. At-home beer tasting and whiskey flights are also a great guys’ night idea for Valentine’s Day 2021. Whatever your plans are, don’t forget the snacks!

Romantic Valentine’s Day ideas at home for couples

Looking for a unique Valentine’s Day idea for you and your beau? Soothe has you covered! Check out these ideas to plan a fun (and safe) Valentine’s Day at home with the one you love.

1. Cook dinner at home — together. Skip the fancy dinner reservation this year. Cooking together is a great way to bond, and it’s fun! Try making your favorite foods, or copy a dish you shared on a previous date. To make it more romantic, put on some music while you prepare dinner, and set the table with candles. Bonus points if you break out the nice plates, too!
2. Add some amazing food to your mood.  Spice up this Valentine’s Day with your partner or BFF. Order delicious, creative dishes from one of our local chefs, or book a private chef for a full-course romantic dinner experience from this trendy start-up Zymmo (Android and IOS). You will also be supporting a local business from the comfort of your home. They have a 25% off promotion for the first 100 Soothe customers with coupon ZYMMOSOOTHE. Don’t forget to set the table and light those candles!
3. Book a couples massage. It’s been a weird year, and nothing says, “I love you” like a night of pure, uninterrupted relaxation. When you book a couples massage from Soothe, you don’t even have to leave the house to get a 5-star spa experience! Therapists on the Soothe network will bring everything you need to create a relaxing unforgettable Valentine’s Day experience right at home.
4. Dance the night away. If you’re usually found hitting the dance floor on February 14, this one’s for you. For a unique Valentine’s Day idea, create a dance floor in your living room. Put on your dancing shoes, put on some music, and push the furniture aside. Need some inspo? Book a virtual dance lesson to learn some new steps.

Still need a gift?

Chocolates are boring and flowers are overdone. Skip the cliche Valentine’s Day gift ideas this year and get them something they’ll really love: a Soothe wellness card. An on-demand massage from Soothe is the ultimate way to say “I care about you,” with professional massage therapy on their schedule. Plus, they’re a great way to treat yourself to some much deserved R&R, too. Send a massage gift card, or book a massage appointment today — hurry, limited Valentine’s Day sessions are filling up fast!

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Theragun: the #1 Wellness Device Gift of 2020

Give the wellness gift they’ve been coveting. Through our partnership with Therabody, you can purchase Theragun devices and accessories in the Soothe Shop! As the #1 gift for athletes in 2020, Theragun is a percussive therapy device that effectively relieves pain, accelerates recovery, and improves performance. But it’s not just for runners and lifters. Targeted, powerful treatment with a Theragun device is also great for relieving pain. For example, pain from sitting at a desk, doing housework, or even sleeping in a weird position. Theragun is like a quick, personal massage, whenever you need it. What we’re trying to say is, you cannot go wrong with gifting a Theragun this 2020 holiday season!

The top gift of 2020 is the Theragun Pro, delivering the most advanced percussive therapy on the market. This device is a great gift for anyone who needs powerful pain relief. Whether they have an intense workout schedule, or are just a little stressed (aka everyone in 2020), they’ll love it.  

Looking for 2020 stocking stuffers? The small but powerful Theragun mini fits in almost any stocking, and is great for on-the-go pain relief. Throw a few Theragun accessories into their stockings, too! With different attachments, they can customize their Theragun experience all year long.

Pro tip: pair the device with a Soothe massage card, so they can book a Percussive Massage session with a therapist certified in Theragun.

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Holiday Gifts for Her: Beauty and Skincare

For the beauty guru on your holiday gift list, the 2020 gift search is over. The Soothe Shop has a curated selection of beauty and skincare essentials from Skin Authority and PCA SKIN. Here, you’ll find top-rated products including anti-aging skincare and body care. Discover high-quality cleansers, moisturizers, serums, masks and sun care treatments, so you can build a customized gift for your friends and family. And don’t forget to gift yourself, too. 

These small but mighty gifts are perfect stocking stuffers, too!

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The Ultimate Spa-Day Holiday Gifts

Perfect for those that deserve a day off, the Tranquility Spa Massage Set from Soothe is the ultimate relaxation bundle. The set includes our luxurious Swedish robe, a set of aromatherapy candles, and a massage card. They can redeem the gift card for a 60-minute massage session on their schedule (it never expires!). This set is the perfect holiday gift for mom or dad, and it’s a great way to treat yourself, too.

Shop the Tranquility Spa Massage Set here.

For the lounger on your list, our Soothe Swedish robe is a must-have. They’ll love the cozy diamond-textured fabric, which is warm yet breathable, so even your friends in Los Angeles and Florida will love it year-round. Our luxurious robe is the perfect accompaniment to an evening of binging Netflix with a homemade facial mask and a glass of wine. 

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Instant Holiday Gifts (No Shipping Required)

If you’re short on time, Soothe has your back (and theirs). A Soothe massage card is a thoughtful, amazing gift for coworkers, friends, and family alike! When you give a holiday massage card from Soothe, gifting is easy and instant. They can book an appointment with a certified therapist in their city, on their schedule. Most importantly, you get to skip the added stress of meeting shipping deadlines.

With a Soothe massage gift card, choose the length of the massage session, and we’ll take care of the rest. You can select a 60-minute, 90-minute, or 120-minute massage session, and include a personalized message, too. Simply tell us when you want the gift card delivered, and we’ll send your recipient an email with all the details about how they can book with Soothe. Or, you can print out the massage card and give it to them in person (from a safe distance, please). 

Easy. Thoughtful. Done.

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In addition, Soothe massages make a great company holiday gift in 2020 for employers. Soothe has corporate gift cards available, making it fast and easy to treat your entire team. 

Ready to step up your 2020 holiday gifts? Check out the Soothe Shop for all the massage and wellness gifts you need this year.

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How to stay safe on Halloween

A COVID-19 Halloween should still follow the CDC guidelines, including staying 6 feet apart from those outside your household. Social distancing on Halloween means you should avoid indoor house parties, crowded haunted houses, and bars. For many cities and counties, neighborhood trick-or-treating has also been cancelled to keep people safe. Check your county’s website for more details on what is allowed in your area. You should also still follow the guidelines of wearing a cloth mask or face covering on Halloween. 

A little planning ahead can help ensure your COVID-19 Halloween activities are safe for all involved. If you’re going to do an activity with people outside your household, make sure everyone knows the safety protocols ahead of time. If you plan on exchanging food with other households, individually wrapped treats or single-serve food is generally safer than a communal dish. 

Halloween costume ideas for COVID-19 

To ensure you stay safe celebrating October 31st, wearing a CDC-approved face mask is a must. While this may seem like a hindrance for your costume, a mask can actually make it more fun! Think of COVID-19 costume ideas that can incorporate the mask into the look. A great 2020 Halloween costume idea is to be a jack-o-lantern, and have a classic pumpkin grin on your mask. You can go for the classic doctor or nurse costume idea and still have a safe Halloween celebration, too. There are plenty of famous (or infamous!) characters that wear a mask too. Don’t be afraid to get creative! 

When choosing your 2020 costume, it’s important to note that a traditional Halloween mask does NOT replace the recommended cloth face mask. The CDC also warns against layering a cloth mask underneath a Halloween mask, as it can make it difficult to breathe. 

Safe outdoor activities

One of the safest ways to celebrate Halloween in 2020 is to take your spooky activities outdoors. If the weather is good in your area, you can try some of these socially distanced Halloween activities, perfect for adults and kids alike.

• Pumpkin carving or painting. Nothing says Halloween like a carved jack-o-lantern! Pick up a pumpkin at a local farm or pumpkin patch, or try your local grocery store. If you’ve never carved a pumpkin before, you can purchase a carving kit, and print stencils online. Pumpkin painting is a great alternative if you’re not loving the idea of using a sharp knife, or are worried about your pumpkins lasting until Halloween. Pro tip: scoop out the seeds and bake them for a crunchy treat!
• Get lost in a corn maze. Another fall favorite, corn mazes are a great outdoor activity that’s safe during COVID-19. You can even go in costume to make it more fun! Make sure the maze you visit ensures proper social distancing between groups. 
• Visit an apple orchard. Apple picking is a common fall activity, and many local apple orchards are open for Halloween celebrations. Go during the day to pick apples (hello, apple pie!), or see if your orchard is open in the evening for a scarier experience. 
• Walk a haunted forest trail. In lieu of a haunted house this year, try a haunted forest trail. Because it’s outside, a haunted forest is a safe COVID-19 Halloween experience as long as you stick to social distancing. Plus, the natural elements can be just as scary! If you plan on doing this Halloween activity with kids, make sure your local haunted trails are appropriate for children.
• Neighborhood costume parade. Show off those COVID-19 costumes with a socially distanced costume parade. Plan the event with your community to make sure everyone follows the guidelines for wearing a mask and staying 6 feet apart throughout the event. 

Indoor activities for Halloween 2020

Planning on staying in for Halloween 2020? With concerns over maintaining safety during COVID-19 Halloween celebrations, the best way to stay safe on Halloween in 2020 is to stay home. But with the right details, an evening in can be just as spook-tacular (and a whole lot safer). Here are some fun at-home ways to celebrate Halloween.

• Scary movie marathon. Whether you’re home alone or with your family, watching horror movies on Halloween is always fun. Invite your friends to participate virtually at home, too. Vote on your favorite films and create a movie playlist. Then, have everybody tune in at the same time. Jump on video calls, or start a group chat to share your reactions. Oh, and don’t forget the popcorn. 
• Make a monster feast. Fire up the oven and get cooking. Create a fun Halloween-themed meal, and bake spooky treats to go along with it! Need some ideas? Check out these scary-delicious recipes for your Halloween table. 
• Host a virtual costume party. For adults looking for a safe way to celebrate Halloween in 2020, going digital is always a good idea. Invite your friends to a virtual costume party! Create themed e-invites, and go all-out on your decorations and costumes. During the event, play horror-themed trivia, have a costume contest, or even have a pumpkin beer tasting or wine-and-candy pairing. 

From all of us at Soothe, we hope you have a safe and happy Halloween!

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