Wellness Trends to Watch in 2023
As we start to reclaim some sort of normal lifestyle, the lessons learnt over the past few years have remained, with health much more of a priority now. We’re expecting to see some interesting new trends emerging around health and wellness, beyond merely exercise and diet. Here’s a look at the top nine trends to watch out for.
1. Corporate Wellness
The one dominant trend that emerged during the pandemic and will continue into 2023 is companies prioritising their employee health. Working employees until they’re completely burnt out isn’t good for business, so companies are incorporating innovative measures to keep staff healthy and happy. Corporate spa days and retreats are replacing company Christmas parties, with four-day weeks now more common. Health screenings, healthy food and wellness consultations are also more popular.
2. Massages
Where going for a massage was once considered a special treat, regular massages are becoming a trend as people realise the many health benefits of this spa treatment. Swedish therapy, aromatic, tension and sports massages assist in so many ways. The volcanic rock massage is also great for relieving tension and stress as heated rocks are placed on various pressure points. Other benefits of massage include:
· Improving circulation
· Reducing pain
· Eliminating toxins
· Improving immunity
· Reducing fatigue
3. Arabian treatments
Rasul rituals or Rasul chambers are becoming a great way to cleanse the body and enhance overall well-being. This involves entering a specially formulated chamber before being covered in mineral-rich thermal mud or clay while relaxing in restorative steam. This is then washed off with a cleansing shower, leaving the skin exfoliated and enriched.
4. Facial Wellness
The health trends don’t end at the body, people are considering facial health more as we enter 2023. Whether through specialised spa facial treatments, or self-care routines, facial health is considered. Face yoga is another interesting trend, where yoga exercises are performed on the face to better tone the muscles.
5. Forest bathing
While in no way a new trend, the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing, is a way to improve mental and physical wellness by connecting with nature. A simple walk in the forest can reduce blood pressure and stress, and improve concentration and sleep, while also boosting your immunity.
6. Mental wellness
There can be no real holistic wellness without tackling mental wellness first. Going for a spa day to relax and unwind is a great way to decrease stress and protect the mind. Corporates will also be encouraging mental health in the workplace, with meditation rooms, workplace yoga and consultants on staff.
7. Alternative Health
People are looking to alternative healing therapies as a way to enhance their overall well-being. This includes things like crystal healing, sound baths and acupuncture for balancing chakras and attaining inner peace. Deep productive breathing falls under this, with many spas offering such treatments.
8. Digital detox
It’s time to disconnect from tech and reconnect with nature in 2023 as we all start our digital detox. There’s no question that screens are addictive, and with more apps being added daily, breaking the habit is getting even more difficult. Taking a break from technology is a great way to improve mental health and mindfulness.
9. Health tech
Ironically, we’re also going to see a rise in technology to improve health. Wearable technology will continue to be a growing trend in the fitness industry as people monitor their health and perform more exercise to meet points and medical requirements.
Meet your health and wellness goals in 2023 with a visit to Evolve Day Spa. Situated in the heart of Boksburg, this spa offers the most comprehensive range of treatments to improve your overall health.