Hygiene rules for wellness spaces: how to comply

The hygiene rules are changing regularly at the moment. So how do you keep up, and how do you reassure your clients so that they can enjoy your wellness spaces? Here is everything you need to know.

On the layout

Hygiene rules do not apply solely to cleaning: they can also affect the layout of a room.

For example:

- The waiting room must be laid out so that clients do not cross paths. Clear information about protective measures must be given before and after clients arrive.

- The massage room must be arranged with disinfectable areas and set up so that nothing needs to be touched, door handles in particular.

Unsurprisingly, the following rules also apply:

- Hand sanitiser and washbasins with soap must be available to clients.

- A full disinfection of the premises and ventilation of the room must be carried out before and after every massage, as well as at the end of the day. You will therefore need to limit the number of clients you see each day in order to manage this rotation.

- Linen must be washed at over 60°C on a long cycle.

Hygiene rules for staff and clients

You have known the first rule for a long time now: face masks are compulsory. They must be worn by staff AND clients throughout the session. Hand sanitising is also compulsory.

Among the other rules:

- Body-to-body movements must be avoided, and head and face massages are not permitted. Where there is contact with the client's skin (during massages, for example), disposable gloves may be used.

- It is important to make sure you have the client's contact details and to ask to be notified should any symptoms appear afterwards. Now you know everything! By applying these rules, you will give your clients confidence and help prevent the spread of the virus. And if you fancy refreshing your hotel's decor, do read our article on possible partnerships!