NATURAL PRODUCTS 
Natural product ranges are mainly derived from plants and there are certainly many well- known herbal options for those seeking an authentic Thai spa experience. Classic Thai healing herbs fall into nine taste categories: astringent, sweet, nauseating, bitter, pungent, nutty, fragrant, salty and sour. Each has particular properties and benefits and single applications or combinations can be formulated to achieve a specific result. Popular ingredients regularly used in Thai treatments are lime, papaya, tamarind, pineapple, turmeric, plai, ginger, honey, egg, rice, kaffir lime leaf, white clay, camphor, aloe vera, lemon grass, rice and rice bran oil.

As many people these days have sensitivities to chemicals, one of the benefits in using a chemical- free, natural spa range is that the possibility of an allergic reaction is reduced. Essential oils are found in practically every spa range and are one of the most versatile spa ingredients because of their effect on body, mind and spirit. As well as the physical benefits, aromatherapy research shows that we respond psychologically and emotionally to certain scents. Well-blended massage oils are designed to evoke specific responses and that is why some essential oils are more popular than others in the formulations of spa products.

Widely used essential oils such as lavender, orange, sandalwood and the expensive jasmine and rose all affect the nervous system and can help relieve stress and depression. French basil, rosemary and vetiver are excellent for alleviating fatigue and nervous exhaustion. Ylang ylang, rose otto and sandalwood appear in romantic blends because of their aphrodisiac properties, whilst clary sage is said to heighten intuition.

Those who regularly use completely pure, natural products may notice that each batch has slight variations of fragrance, despite the most controlled production processes. Anyone who has lived with the highly scented Asiatic lily knows that throughout the day, at certain times, its aroma is much stronger than at other times when it is barely perceptible. This is because plants, unlike chemicals and synthetics, are subject to variation and faithfully respond to their environment. Potency, colour and scent fluctuate enormously and depend on a number of environmental factors. The best natural product makers ensure control over each step of the manufacturing process. Where and how the plant is grown is important with some producers insisting on plants grown in organic soil. The method of harvesting, the age of the plant and the time of day it is picked are crucial factors in ensuring maximum potency. The extraction method used, the blending of the formula and the way the product is packaged all make a world of difference to the power and efficacy of the final product.

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