My ultimate guilty pleasure is indulging in numerous beauty treatments whenever possible. After all, it’s an essential part of self-care. If there's one aspect of our lives we should never compromise on, it’s the joy of being pampered from head to toe. Here’s a list of the most luxurious treatments we've recently experienced that have been absolutely delightful.
A SUPREME TREAT
A true luxury experience you might want to add to your monthly budget because it’s worth every penny! This is a transformative journey into beauty and self-care, offering a personalized approach to skincare. It’s the ultimate combination of active ingredients and the finest massage techniques, tailored to meet the ever-changing needs of your skin. CHANEL skincare, paired with LE MASSAGE DE CHANEL expertise, blends the best massage techniques from the East and West.
With a wide array of treatments, you'll be spoiled for choice. But if we had to recommend just two for ultimate relaxation and pampering, they would be:
HYDRA BEAUTY (R2300): This treatment leaves your skin feeling fresh and hydrated, utilizing a special microcirculation technique to stimulate your skin.
Exclusive Brightening & Detox Treatment (R2800): This includes a refining AHA scrub followed by lymphatic drainage and facial reflexology to eliminate toxins. Cooling massage tones lift the contours of the face, leaving your complexion brighter, smoother, and more unified with a visibly lifted and sculpted appearance.
These luxurious treatments are available at selected CHANEL boutiques. Treat yourself to these exceptional experiences for pure queen-level pampering.
A FULL LAVISH LUXE EXPERIENCE
I highly recommend adding this sanctuary to your to-do list—actually, make that your bucket list—if you're visiting Cape Town for a holiday.
It wouldn’t be surprising if many traveled from out of state to visit this wellness retreat and spa, the epitome of world-class luxury. Nestled in the tranquil Winelands valley, surrounded by spectacular views, it offers unmatched luxury. You'll be spoiled for choice with their offerings, and we can confidently recommend them all.
However, if you’re seeking a truly one-of-a-kind, bespoke treatment unlike anything you'll find elsewhere, the Ultimate Journey experience is a must. This full-day indulgence features exquisite, healthy cuisine and a full-body deep cleanse that will transport you to a serene haven of rejuvenation and total relaxation. The detox massages eliminate toxins, setting the stage for a real treat: a red grape and clay full-body wrap followed by immersion in the Vinotherapy tub. Filled with crushed grapes, grape skins, vine extracts, and an aromatic blend of oils, this bath envelops your body in everything it needs and desires.
Words can’t fully capture this experience—you have to try it yourself to truly understand. It’s an absolute must-try!
Ultimate Journey (Full Day) R5 665
021 879 1500 | santeretreat.co.za
AN UNPARALLELED TREAT
There are countless delicious, decadent, and desirable words needed to describe the level of luxury and indulgence this treatment offers. It consists of a three-element transformative ritual journey that is truly a treat.
Begin with a body exfoliation, an essential step you’ll come to appreciate after experiencing it. Next, enjoy a mineral mist rasul, which provides bursts of rejuvenation and refreshment as the body mask penetrates, allowing your skin to soak up all the goodness. After a revitalizing rain shower, you will be transported to a state of unparalleled relaxation.
The experience culminates with a woody therapy and heated stone massage, invigorating your senses, stimulating circulation, and sparking the inner well-being your body craves. Your journey to relaxation, peace, and renewal is just one booking away. You have to experience it yourself to truly understand its magic.
OBSIDIAN RENEWAL RITUAL R1900
021 469 8066 | thegrottospa.co.za
A REWARDING GUILTY PLEASURE
If you love the peace and deep comfort that hair treatments provide, the Hydro Bar Spa is perfect for you. Their treatments are highly therapeutic, as evident from their videos. With immaculate attention to detail, your hair and body will reach a state of bliss.
The treatment begins with a deep scalp scrub and a head massage that melts away stress, sending you into complete relaxation. The unique rain shower, designed specifically for your hair, ensures your head isn't drenched in water. A four-phase professional hair treatment follows, complemented by a delightful head, neck, and shoulder massage.
But it doesn’t end there—your skin receives attention too. The signature Environ facial will leave you with soft, luminous skin, thanks to the highly qualified therapists who make each treatment special.
After experiencing this, you'll highly likely add it to your monthly self-care routine because you won’t want to go without it!
90 minute Hydro Bar Spa Treatment R1250.
Body Beautiful Durban
073 771 5668 | bodybeautifuldurban.co.za/
A CLASSIQUE
Body treatments such as wraps and exfoliations are often overlooked in the realm of luxury treatments. However, these heavenly experiences are essential and should not be missed! A standout treatment, which we refer to as a classic, is the 100% pure and detoxifying wrap. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and trace elements, this wrap offers nutritionally essential benefits. Expect your skin to feel deeply remineralized and your body revitalized and restored. It's a restorative and re-energizing experience that your body will appreciate like never before and will crave for self-care in the future.
Thalgo Three Marine Algae Body Wrap R1 600
041 507 9419 | camelotspa.co.za
A REJUVENATION STATION
A tailored experience at the finest Maslow Hotel, will take you on a one of a kind journey for a bespoke 90 minute Massage & Facial. Let go of all stress as you wonder to a place of pure bliss and tranquility. The treatment space welcomes you to a nurturing environment where you can release all tension and be transported to a place of utter zen as you experience a 45 minute massage dedicated to your areas of concern to ensure that your body infuses with the relaxation that is being released. If that sensual aromatic experience did not whisk you away enough - then immerse yourself in a bespoke facial that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and refreshed. The Africology essential oils and decadent luxury scent will leave you feeling like you’re still in the tranquil setting of the spa even hours later.
The THE MASLOW JOURNEY Limited to Africology Spa at the Maslow only Bespoke Massage & Facial 90 mins R1490
africologyspa.com | 011-880-0233
