How to Prepare for your first Float?

If you’re new to floating, you may be a little unsure about what to expect and how to prepare. We have you covered. This guide will help you get the most from your time in the float tank.

PREPARE FOR YOUR FLOAT

Avoid caffeine or any stimulants 4-6 hours ahead of your float. That can interrupt the relaxation response. 

Have a bit of food on your stomach.  A snack or small meal 60-90 minutes ahead of time can reduce the chances of your belly growling, which turns out is a super loud disruption when you're in the tank. 

Don't shave the day of your float.  Shaving can irritate skin which can be rather ouch-y when you get into the 33% saltwater solution.  

Consider some transition time into your plan.  Coming straight from a long day at work or hurrying to make it on time through traffic may leave you feeling frazzled.  Maybe try the InfraRed Sauna beforehand, it’s in the same room and it will help you absorb more magnesium.

We often get asked what to do before or after a float and we do have a few suggestions.

Make sure you bring everything you need.  Which may be nothing!  Your float tank is in a private room with a shower.  No swimsuit is necessary, and we supply beautiful iKOU shower products, towels, earplugs, makeup removing wipes, and vitamin A&E gel should you have a small cut that needs to be protected from the magnesium salts. 

Things to consider

FLOATING IS A JOURNEY, to get the full benefits CONSIDER COMMITTING TO A SERIES OF THREE FLOATS.

When you have your first float your brain is confused by the lack of signals from the central nervous system. It starts creating its own input and you can feel a little restless or not able to shut your mind off for the first float.  We encourage you to come back once a week or once every other week and see the change from the first to the third float.  Just like everything else in life, it is a beautiful process that unfolds and goes deeper with each float.  

HAVE YOU RECENTLY COLORED YOUR HAIR? 

If you have recently colored your hair and after washing, the water does not rinse clear, you'll need to wait to float.  Hair dye can color the water and stain the tank so we ask that you wait until your dye is set and excess is completely out before making your float appointment.

DO YOU WEAR CONTACTS?

If you wear contacts, you may want to bring a contact case or wear glasses.  If magnesium saltwater gets in your eyes during your float, having contacts in makes it difficult to rinse water out quickly. 

We look forward to getting you floating soon!