What if my skin can't take chlorine?

When we talk to customers at spa shows and the subject of spa care comes up, one of the questions that occasionally gets asked is: What if my skin can't handle chlorine or bromine? 

For those of us with extra sensative skin, we encourage you to check out BAQUASpa. BAQUASpa provides powerful, long-lasting protection against bacteria. Its very easy to use, bromine-free and chlorine-free, so it's gentle on your eyes, hair and skin.  


Keeping your spa water clean & fresh shouldn't have to irritate your skin. A few minutes in the spa can soak away the aches, strains and general stress of everyday life. No wonder spa owners look for the same things from the products they use: simple, no-nonsense protection against bacteria, and water that is fresh, clear and inviting. 

Patients Say Hydrotherapy Is More Effective Than Lyrica

The above chart is the combined results of a 3 year study by Cure Together. Cure Together is a worldwide group of patients who have pooled their resources in order to find effective treatments. In this study the patients are all suffering from Fibromyalgia.

The chart rates medicines by their effectiveness and also their popularity with doctors.  If a treatment is listed in the upper right segment of the chart, it would be both popular (widely recommended), and considered effective. As you can see, the top treatments are pretty simple - hot bath, rest, and plenty of sleep.

One small problem - Fibromyalgia sufferers often have difficulty getting much sleep or rest due to their constant pain. In face, sleep disorders are a common symptom of Fibromyalgia. Very little is understood about the disease, which is why a study done by PATIENTS is critical.

One of the most interesting factors is that Hydrotherapy (using water to treat & heal the body) is rated by patients as a very effective method of pain relief. Medications such as Lyrica, Cymbalta, and even Prozac are widely known and presecribed by doctors as treatments - yet are not considered to be effective in terms of pain relief.

What's really amazing - you can get your own hot tub for about what it would cost you to buy less than a year's worth of any of the above medications.

Hot Tub Safety Tips

Portable hot tubs and Jacuzzis are becoming a major fashion accessory, they are relaxing, affordable and best of all can be taken almost anywhere with you. People usually purchase a hot tub to relax and unwind. Hydrotherapy is an excellent natural pain & stress reliever. 

Of course you want to operate your tub safely. 

A lot of people like to use different temperatures of the hot tub, but to be safe; you should keep at a healthy heat and not overdo it. If you raise the temperature to a very high level, your skin can end up being damaged and potentially burnt. The general temperature that should be reserved is around 95-100 degrees.

Besides from burning your skin, having high temperatures can also cause a variety of other problems, particularly if you are suffering from aspects of high blood pressure. It has been medically stated, that constant high temperatures of heat and water can cause a dilation effect of the blood vessels.

With portable hot tubs you should also be careful not to trap your hands or fingers, while you are in the process of moving it around.

Hot tubs are a great way to relax, it has been said that spending 30 minutes a day in the hot tub will make you feel healthier and live longer. But do not take hot tubs for granted, just as with any other relaxation methods, you will have to take great care so you do not end up causing yourself injuries.