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Experience the ultimate relaxation and pampering at Duluth's only head spa. Our exceptional quality services will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Services

Head Spa Treatment

Revitalize your scalp with our Head Spa Treatment, a luxurious experience that nourishes and relaxes.

Massage Therapy 

Massage therapy provides extensive mental and physical benefits by manipulating the body's soft tissues to promote healing and relaxation, offers significant benefits for both physical and mental well-being by reducing stress, alleviating pain, and promoting healing. Massage lowers  heart rate and blood pressure, along with creating mechanical responses that increase circulation and reduce muscle tension.

Ashiatsu Massage

Ashiatsu massage provides deep, consistent pressure to relieve chronic pain and tension with less discomfort than traditional deep tissue massage. Using the broad surface of the feet and the therapist's body weight, the technique can access and lengthen muscles more effectively. 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a head spa treatment?

A head spa is a luxurious, holistic and therapeutic treatment focused on the health of the scalp and hair. Originating in Japan, it goes far beyond a typical shampoo by combining deep cleansing, massage, nourishing masks, and steam therapy to promote both hair health and profound relaxation. 

What happens during a head spa treatment?

While treatments can vary, a typical head spa session includes several relaxing and restorative steps: 

  • Deep cleansing and exfoliation: Specialized shampoos and scrubs are massaged into the scalp to remove impurities, excess oil, and dead skin that can clog hair follicles.
  • Nourishing treatment: Customized serums, oils, or masks are applied to the hair and scalp to hydrate and strengthen.
  • Steam therapy: A steamer is used to open pores and allow the nourishing products to penetrate deeply into the hair follicles.
  • Relaxing massage: The therapist performs a massage using acupressure and other techniques on the scalp, neck, and shoulders to relieve tension and improve circulation.
  • Rinse and style: The products are thoroughly rinsed out, and the hair is dried..

Benefits for the scalp and hair

  • Improves scalp health: Regular deep cleansing and exfoliation help create a clean, healthy environment for hair to grow.
  • Promotes hair growth: The scalp massage and improved blood circulation deliver essential nutrients and oxygen to the hair follicles.
  • Strengthens hair: Nourishing treatments penetrate deeply to help repair damage and enhance the overall quality of your hair.
  • Adds shine and volume: By removing buildup and providing hydration, the treatment can leave your hair looking softer, shinier, and more voluminous.
  • Detoxifies the scalp: The exfoliation and steam help draw out and remove impurities and toxins.
  • Reduces flakiness and itching: A balanced and hydrated scalp is less prone to issues like dandruff or dryness. 

Benefits for mind and body

  • Deep stress relief: The combination of massage, aromatherapy, and a tranquil environment significantly reduces stress and anxiety.
  • Relieves tension headaches: The massage helps to ease muscle tension in the head, neck, and shoulders that often contributes to headaches and migraines.
  • Promotes better sleep: Many people find that the deep relaxation achieved during a head spa leads to improved sleep quality.

What are the benefits of massage therapy?

Massage therapy provides physical and mental benefits, ranging from stress reduction to pain relief. By manipulating the body's soft tissues, massage can improve circulation, reduce muscle stiffness, and calm the nervous system. It is increasingly being offered alongside standard treatments for a wide range of medical conditions. 

 

Physical benefits

  • Reduces pain Massage is effective for managing acute and chronic pain, including back pain, neck pain, headaches, and pain from osteoarthritis. Studies have shown that it can relieve symptoms for conditions like fibromyalgia and help with post-operative recovery by improving blood flow and managing pain.
  • Enhances circulation By loosening tight muscles and tendons, massage promotes better blood flow throughout the body. This increased circulation improves the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to tissues, which can speed up healing and recovery.
  • Improves flexibility and range of motion Regular massage can work on the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints to improve overall flexibility and range of motion, making the body less prone to injury.
  • Boosts the immune system Massage can help boost the immune system by stimulating lymphatic drainage and increasing the activity of white blood cells (killer T cells) that help fight off viruses.
  • Aids in athletic performance and recovery For athletes, massage therapy is a vital tool for improving performance, preventing injuries, and reducing muscle soreness after a workout.
  • Reduces muscle stiffness and tension Many types of massage, particularly deep tissue and Swedish, are designed to release muscle tension, break up knots, and relieve stiffness. 

Mental and emotional benefits

  • Reduces stress and anxiety A massage can lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol while increasing "feel-good" neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, resulting in a deep state of relaxation and reduced anxiety. Research has also shown it can help people coping with seasonal affective disorder.
  • Relieves symptoms of depression Massage therapy has been shown to alleviate symptoms of depression by boosting mood-enhancing hormones and providing nurturing human touch.
  • Improves sleep quality By relaxing the body and calming the nervous system, massage can help improve sleep quality for people with insomnia, irregular sleep patterns, and other sleep disturbances.
  • Enhances mental clarity Massage can help clear the mind, sharpen focus, and reduce mental fatigue.
  • Fosters a mind-body connection Through focused touch, massage can help individuals become more aware of how their physical and emotional states are connected, which can be useful in managing stress. 

 

 

What are the differences between the types of massage therapy?

Myofascial release targets the body's connective tissue (fascia) with slow, sustained pressure, while deep tissue massage uses firmer pressure and slower strokes to address muscle knots and adhesions. Relaxation massage uses gentle, rhythmic strokes to soothe the muscles for overall relaxation and stress relief.The primary differences are the target tissues (fascia vs. muscle), the pressure and application (sustained vs. rhythmic), and the intended outcome (structural release vs. muscle tension relief).  

 
Myofascial Release (MFR)
  • Focus:
    Manipulates the fascia, the tough connective tissue that surrounds and supports muscles. 
     
  • Technique:
    Applies gentle, sustained, and slow pressure to release restrictions in the fascia. 
     
  • Application:
    Does not typically use oils or lotions, as the therapist needs to feel the fascial restrictions directly. 
     
  • Goal:
    To improve the range of motion and alleviate chronic pain by releasing hardened or thickened fascial tissues. 
     
  • Experience:
    Can feel like melting or stretching, and often addresses the root cause of pain, which may be different from where the pain is felt. 
     
Deep Tissue Massage
  • Focus: Targets deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. 
     
  • Technique: Uses firmer pressure and slower, gliding strokes to reach deeper muscle layers and break up muscle adhesions. 
     
  • Application: Often uses oils or lotions to allow the therapist's hands to slide easily over the skin. 
     
  • Goal: To relieve muscle tension, cramps, and soreness by releasing "knots" in the muscles. 
     
  • Experience: More intense than relaxation massage, but should not be painful. 
     
Relaxation Massage
  • Focus: General muscle relaxation and overall well-being. 
     
  • Technique: Employs rhythmic pressure, kneading, and gliding strokes, often using oils or lotions. 
     
  • Application: Works on broad areas of the body for full-body relaxation. 
     
  • Goal: To soothe and decompress the body from physical and mental strain and to provide a tranquil experience. 
     
  • Experience: A calming and soothing experience, though it may not address deeper structural issues in connective tissue


Ashiatsu massage offers the benefits of a deep-tissue massage—reduced chronic pain, increased flexibility, and stress relief—with potentially less discomfort and soreness. Instead of using hands, elbows, or tools, a trained therapist uses their body weight and feet, which spreads the pressure across a broader and more consistent surface area. 

 

Physical benefits

  • Delivers deeper pressure. The therapist uses their body weight and gravity to provide sustained, deep pressure that can access the deepest layers of soft tissue. Many clients who prefer very deep pressure report that Ashiatsu offers the most profound and long-lasting relief.
  • Improves circulation. The long, broad, and consistent strokes used in Ashiatsu help stimulate blood flow and lymphatic drainage. This process helps remove metabolic waste from the muscles and brings in fresh oxygen and nutrients, which can support healing and recovery.
  • Enhances flexibility and posture. By broadening and lengthening muscle fibers and releasing adhesions, Ashiatsu can improve overall flexibility and range of motion. This can help with poor posture, spinal health, and athletic performance.
  • Reduces chronic pain and soreness. Ashiatsu is particularly effective for managing chronic pain in the back, shoulders, and legs. The consistent, deep pressure can loosen tight muscles and release adhesions that cause discomfort. The broader surface of the foot also helps avoid the sharp, "pointy" pressure of elbows or thumbs, which often reduces residual soreness.
  • Assists in athletic recovery. The deep tissue work and increased circulation make Ashiatsu beneficial for athletes. It can help speed up recovery after intense exercise by reducing inflammation and muscle fatigue. 

 

Mental and emotional benefits

  • Promotes deep relaxation. The smooth, gliding strokes and steady, deep pressure can elicit a deep state of relaxation. Many clients report feeling grounded and experiencing reduced stress and anxiety during and after a session.
  • Offers a unique sensory experience. For those open to it, the broad, comforting pressure of a therapist's feet can be a very different and effective experience compared to a hand-based massage, providing a unique path to relaxation. 

 

“I had the most relaxing experience at thecoveco.org. The staff was professional and the service was top-notch. I will definitely be coming back!”

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thecoveco.org is Duluth's premier head spa, offering a range of luxurious treatments designed to relax, rejuvenate, and pamper our clients. With our team of skilled professionals and exceptional quality services, we strive to provide an unforgettable spa experience that leaves you feeling refreshed and revitalized.