Everything You Need to Know About Floatation Tanks


You probably already follow Estée Lalonde, and if you don’t, you should. An online content creator, creative director and founder of self-care brand Mirror Water she is known for being a trusted, honest and authoritative voice in the wellness and beauty world, and as a result has created a community that feels understood and listened to. Estée regularly shares her real-life experiences with her followers, so who better to weigh in on some of the biggest beauty and wellness trends of 2024? This month, she tries out floatation tanks. Read her honest review of the wellness treatment below.

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What Is Floating?

A flotation tank or sensory deprivation tank is a soundproof, pitch-black tank filled with salt water. It is used for restricted environmental stimulation therapy, aptly abbreviated to REST. Studies suggest that time spent in a tank has benefits such as muscle relaxation, better sleep, improved pain and decreased stress and anxiety.