+ Shaving
For men, avoid shaving your face at least 6 hours before you float. For women, avoid shaving your body at least 12 hours before your float. Any lesions will be distracting due to the Epsom salt sting.
+ Eating
A super full stomach is not great for floating, nor is the emptiest of stomachs. Having a light, easily digestible meal 1.5 to 2 hours pre-float is probably ideal.
+ Hydration
Being dehydrated before the float may not be the best state, particularly for your brain. A healthy daily hydration practice is just good for optimal biology!
+ Washroom
Be sure to use the washroom prior to showering before you float. Talk about a distraction while in the tank.
+ Smoking
Smoking just prior to the tank may stimulate you too much. Even if you are craving a cigarette the tank may very well suppress your craving. However, you’ll need to figure out what the best formula is for you and your biochemistry.
+ Caffeine
Definitely avoid having caffeine before you float. The stimulation you experience from caffeine is the exact opposite way you’ll want to go when you are in the tank. By the end of your float you most likely will not feel like you need your fix.
+ Coupling activities
We have found performing physical activity (yoga, cardio, or resistance training) before you float to greatly enhance the floating experience. Your body has expended pent-up energy, muscles and tissues are loose and flowing with blood, your mind is clear and calm. Combining floating to this state can potentially create a deeper state of meditation. Be sure to have a little snack (not junk food) post-activity and pre-float. Nuts, fruit, juice, or smoothies are good options… Just not too much.
+ Hair dyes
For guests with recently coloured hair or highlights, we recommend not floating until roughly one week or more after treatment. Dyes can (in some cases) bleed out or be affected by the heavy concentration of epsom salt. Please consult your hair stylist before floating.
Floating is a very simple procedure. A shower must be taken before and after your float. So there are a few things to keep in mind:
WHAT WE PROVIDE AND WHAT YOU MAY NEED TO BRING
Towels – We will provide towels. However, you may bring one if you prefer.
Shampoo and Conditioner – We also provide these. However, you may have a preferred brand that you want to bring.
Hair Dryers – Hair dryers can be loud. So, we have particularly quiet ones in our bathrooms that we would be thankful that you used.
Hair Brush/Comb – Please bring your own brush or comb.
Earplugs – To prevent salt water from entering your ears and to help with sound insulation, ear plugs are provided
Music – Some people just want to float in a weightless environment and listen to music without sensory deprivation. If that’s you, feel free to bring your own music that we can play in your tank during your session. Otherwise, we can provide an array of music as well including music made specifically for float centers!
Your hair will be getting wet unless you bring a swimming cap or a shower cap.
PREPARING FOR YOUR FLOAT
Please plan on arriving 15 minutes before your float session.
Do not float if you are freshly shaven as the high amount of salt in our solution can sting and irritate your skin.
Epsom salt is a great hair volumizer and has NO effect on hair colors or dyes. However, floating is not allowed within 48 hours of new hair coloring or treatment as it can ruin the pristine water in our tanks!
Please make sure you use the restroom before you float.
Caffeine before a float is not recommended but will definitely be available afterwards!
Do you have some thing special that you want to work on after your float? Feel free to bring it and spend some time post-float in our lobby area. Pads, pencils, and other materials for capturing inspiration from the tanks will be available as well.