Embarrassed to go to a spa

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Anonymous wrote:I would call and ask if they would recommend a specific type of massage — or recommend against a specific treatment— for someone with psoriasis, and let them take it from there. That way they can assign someone who’s comfortable with it, or even recommend a different type of treatment if, say, the massage oils might be potentially irritating. I probably wouldn’t ask about a robe, but would expect the. To have a range of sizes. Maybe you could take one of your own with you as a backup option?

I hope they have a range of sizes and would see me and grab the appropriate one? So it's not a big deal when we get there or they give me a too small one and I have to swap it out. Ugh I just realized I'll need to change in front of everyone in the locker room.

For facials do you keep your clothes on at these resorts?? Any treatments I wouldn't need a robe for?

Most places I’ve been, it’s “do whatever you’re comfortable with” as far as clothing (within reason). Obviously you’re not going to be able to stay in a robe during a typical massage, or body wrap. However, you should be fine to do so for a facial, manicure, or pedicure. Also many places I’ve been to offer what is billed as a Thai style massage which incorporates a lot of stretching/guided yoga etc. so you’re instructed to wear yoga/loungewear type items for those because you’ll be on a mat on a floor for much of it.

Also, second what everyone else says about calling to ask. You can even ask if the products they use in the various treatments are psoriasis-friendly (I don’t suffer myself so not sure if this is a thing but if so it’s certainly a valid inquiry).

Thank you for this. Unfortunately they don't offer any massage like that but I will call to ask. Funny enough I'm not worried about me or the lotions. I don't want the massauese to be horrified or anything. Or think it's contagious. I want to be fair to this person

Do ask what they use on your skin. I have psoriasis and anything with sea salt (some expensive Israeli Dead Sea stuff e.g.) does not go well.

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Anonymous wrote:I love people saying being your own robe—it will take up an entire suitcase! I’m 2x and have been where you are. It sucks. If losing weight were easy, there wouldn’t be a multibillion dollar industry dedicated to it. Just call and ask—if nothing else it will give them a heads up. The mens and women’s robes are the same.

I’m a 2x. I have a waffle type robe that will fit in a large ziploc bag which fits in my tote. Fortunately it won’t be an issue for OP.

Can you link your robe? I’m in the market for one and hate bulky robes.

Bumping this in hopes that posters see it.

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Anonymous wrote:I love people saying being your own robe—it will take up an entire suitcase! I’m 2x and have been where you are. It sucks. If losing weight were easy, there wouldn’t be a multibillion dollar industry dedicated to it. Just call and ask—if nothing else it will give them a heads up. The mens and women’s robes are the same.

I’m a 2x. I have a waffle type robe that will fit in a large ziploc bag which fits in my tote. Fortunately it won’t be an issue for OP.

Can you link your robe? I’m in the market for one and hate bulky robes.

I’m sorry, but I don’t think it’s currently available. I’ve had it for a while, and I got it from Bliss. If I can find something similar, I’ll come back with a link.

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Anonymous wrote:I love people saying being your own robe—it will take up an entire suitcase! I’m 2x and have been where you are. It sucks. If losing weight were easy, there wouldn’t be a multibillion dollar industry dedicated to it. Just call and ask—if nothing else it will give them a heads up. The mens and women’s robes are the same.

I’m a 2x. I have a waffle type robe that will fit in a large ziploc bag which fits in my tote. Fortunately it won’t be an issue for OP.

Can you link your robe? I’m in the market for one and hate bulky robes.

I’m sorry, but I don’t think it’s currently available. I’ve had it for a while, and I got it from Bliss. If I can find something similar, I’ll come back with a link.

Ok, this looks a bit bulkier than mine, and I can’t vouch for the quality, but here’s one on Amazon that goes up to 4X

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JL9X2C4/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?pd_rd_i=B08MF2V5XF&pd_rd_w=rI4yB&content-id=amzn1.sym.dd2c6db7-6626-466d-bf04-9570e69a7df0&pf_rd_p=dd2c6db7-6626-466d-bf04-9570e69a7df0&pf_rd_r=TQKSM92GP6BSCCRY0YD9&pd_rd_wg=JwA1P&pd_rd_r=24043322-f6ae-4572-8720-f86c0d0db439&s=apparel&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM&smid=A149YHA5UBKPDI&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFFUVBGMzhEWTBSRzkmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0Mjc4NDIxRUpVMEQwUUlMNDVPJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA5OTkwMzQxSzlaUVMyTkVUM1NRJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ&th=1&psc=1

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Anonymous wrote:I love people saying being your own robe—it will take up an entire suitcase! I’m 2x and have been where you are. It sucks. If losing weight were easy, there wouldn’t be a multibillion dollar industry dedicated to it. Just call and ask—if nothing else it will give them a heads up. The mens and women’s robes are the same.

I’m a 2x. I have a waffle type robe that will fit in a large ziploc bag which fits in my tote. Fortunately it won’t be an issue for OP.

Can you link your robe? I’m in the market for one and hate bulky robes.

I’m sorry, but I don’t think it’s currently available. I’ve had it for a while, and I got it from Bliss. If I can find something similar, I’ll come back with a link.

Ok, this looks a bit bulkier than mine, and I can’t vouch for the quality, but here’s one on Amazon that goes up to 4X

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09JL9X2C4/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?pd_rd_i=B08MF2V5XF&pd_rd_w=rI4yB&content-id=amzn1.sym.dd2c6db7-6626-466d-bf04-9570e69a7df0&pf_rd_p=dd2c6db7-6626-466d-bf04-9570e69a7df0&pf_rd_r=TQKSM92GP6BSCCRY0YD9&pd_rd_wg=JwA1P&pd_rd_r=24043322-f6ae-4572-8720-f86c0d0db439&s=apparel&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWM&smid=A149YHA5UBKPDI&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFFUVBGMzhEWTBSRzkmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0Mjc4NDIxRUpVMEQwUUlMNDVPJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA5OTkwMzQxSzlaUVMyTkVUM1NRJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsX3RoZW1hdGljJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ&th=1&psc=1

AND it comes in colors! I would totally rock some of these colors.

[Anonymous]

Just updating everyone. I made it to the spa and it was okay!

The attendant walked us into the locker room and made a note to mention my locker was over here, separate from the other girls but that's okay. My robe was slightly different. And it was an XL. I was worried but it did close and it worked just fine. I kept my bra and underwear on. And changed in the private dressing area.

During the massage it was totally fine and really enjoyable. I even took a shower and got dressed in the main area.

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Thanks for all the support

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Proud of you, op, and so glad you enjoyed! You deserve the relaxation!

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Thanks for the update! Glad it went so well.

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That’s great, OP!