Suddenly Slender's 5 session trial at $99 consists of a 20 minute Infrared Sauna, a full-body Mineral Wrap, 1hr on an exercise machine, a full-body Sea Salt Scrub and 20 minute hot blanket. It can be done all on the same day, or over 2 days, with the first 3 sessions done on the first day and the remaining 2 sessions on the second day.
Unlike the picture on their website, the sauna session is not done while wrapped, but as the first step before being wrapped. The infrared sauna at Suddenly Slender is the highlight of the treatment. It is unique and cannot be found in any other slimming centre. The interior of the sauna is only slightly warm, and when you first enter it doesn't feel like a sauna at all! However, the effects are apparent about 5-10 minutes into the session. Heart rate increases as the infrared rays heat the body's tissue from the inside out, simulating cardio activity. Heavy breathing and perspiration follows. This is my favourite part of the treatment.
After that, body measurements and weight is taken, then the consultant(also your therapist) wraps the elastic bandages soaked in their in-house mineral solution around the body starting from the feet up to the shoulders. Plastic bags are put over your hands and feet to keep the floor dry. Passing gas or burping is common during the treatment as the wrap is very tight.
There are a variety of exercise machines like vibrating platforms and treadmills which you will use for an hour, or lie in a hot blanket for 40 minutes. During this time, another 2 more bastings of the solution will be applied. Like a classy fitness club, televisions and a variety of dvds are available in every room. I watched "The Incredibles" during my 1 hour exercise on the vibrating platform.
Suddenly Slender guarantees a minimum loss of 6 inches off the total body. After unwrapping, measurements are taken again.
The sea salt body scrub aids in detox. The large particles make it a little scratchy, but bear with it for 20 minutes in the hot blanket!
I also paid an extra $280 to try the PowerShape machine. It is an RF machine used for firming and contouring. There is heat and suction and the therapist uses it to "mould" and "sculpt" the silhouette. It can get quite hot, and I experienced immediate redness all over my abdomen after the treatment. I had numerous bruises on my tummy that appeared the next day, and took about 5 days to clear.
If you buy a package, the consultant will give you a regular diet plan, and a detox diet plan that you should adhere to 1 day before treatment, in order to ensure optimum results.
Price: $280 for PowerShape first trial, Basic Packages from $899(3 wraps), Comprehensive Package at $8888(about 4 months, 2 visits per week)
Verdict: I did go ahead and purchase a package that cost over $2000. After 6 visits, I did not lose any weight, and had in fact PUT ON 2kg. I was told that it was due to my body's inability to pass out excess toxins, and that lacking in minerals, my body absorbed the solution from the wraps. I did enjoy my sessions there, but the steep pricing and lack of results was unfortunate. I would recommend this place more for relaxing with the added health benefits of the minerals than for slimming or weight loss.
Plus Points: Located at 313 Somerset, with excellent facilities akin to a health spa or fitness club instead of a slimming centre. Good selection of current movies, a variety of exercise machines and of course, the infrared sauna. By far the most comfortable slimming centre. Comfortable treatments and friendly consultants.
Minus Points: The consultant is also your therapist, so if she is busy juggling many customers or unhappy that you are not buying a package, it reflects on the service you are rendered. Moderately pushy sales tactics are employed. Expensive. Long treatment time.
Tip: Wear a watch to keep track of treatment times as therapists occasionally reduce the time if it is late or if there are many customers. Try to visit during non-peak hours or Sundays when it is quieter so your treatments won't be rushed.
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