Back scratches with metal finger extensions? Face tracing with feather-tipped wands? It's not S&M; it's self-care at a Pasadena spa.

ndulge in the calming sounds of soap being shaped, sliced, and gently manipulated. This ASMR experience is designed to help you unwind, reduce stress, and bring a sense of peace to your day.

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That is, until I booked my first professional back scratch with Julie Luther, the founder of Soft Touch ASMR Spa in Pasadena ... “Nothing has been as relaxing,” she said.

leaving the experiencer feeling calm and blissful. Since its discovery, the creation and consumption of online ASMR content has sky-rocketed, with over 500,000 channels and over 2.5 million videos ...