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1. Balinese Massage A traditional Balinese massage differs from place to place but usually starts with the pressing of fingers in the way of Shiatsu, and then skilful, moderate strength pushing with the fingers and palms of the hands. Recommended for muscle tension.2. Aromatherapy Massage The fragrance of oils extracted from natural plants has a healing effect on body and mind. Massage is given to push out body wastes through the lymph glands.3. Thai Massage An ancient massage techniques without using massage oil originates from the Budha time which is referred to Thai Yoga Massage practices to reflexology and Thai style foot massage.4. Swedish Massage Swedish massage was developed in the 17th century by Swedish Doctor (Mr. Per Henrik Ling )refers to a variety of specific techniques designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to heart.The main purpose of Swedish Massage is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles.5. Lomi Lomi Massage Simply Lomi lomi means Massage in Hawaiian, a unique healing massage derived from the ancient Polynesians. One of the alternative names for Lomi Lomi is ‘Loving Hands’ massage because it works gently yet deeply into the muscles with continuous, flowing strokes.6. Scrub Fine grains remove the dirt in pores. The treatment in Bali uses such natural ingredients as coffee, coconut, seaweed, natural salt, papaya fiber, depending on properties of your skin.7. Head Spa or Creambath Hair care and head massage widely practiced in Indonesia, using nutritious cream mixed with avocado, aloe, strawberry, etc. In some places, not only the head but also neck, shoulder and arm are massaged. While you are dozing off in deep relaxation, it leaves your hair moisturized and sleek. You will be totally refreshed with your hair smooth and shiny.8. Lulur Traditional Javanese body scrub treatment, covers the body with a paste of turmeric, sandalwood, rice powder, etc. The paste is removed when it becomes dry, gently taking away dirt and the old horny layer, which leaves the skin surprisingly soft and smooth.9. Boreh Body wrap passed on many generations in Bali. A paste of spices that warm the body, including cloves, cinnamon, ginger, turmeric powder, and similar is applied. Recommended for those coming down with a cold as it improve blood circulation.10. Ayurveda A traditional medicine from India, in order to balance the tree dosha (the energy of wind, fire and water) of the body, your dosha type will first be assessed after which the optimal treatment will be given.11. Shirodara One of the signature treatments of Ayurveda, Oils is poured slowly onto “the third eye” which also called the window of soul. Relieves the brain and nerves of fatique, leading you to a deep relaxation.12. Reflexology A massage of the soles of the feet, dubbed ” the second heart” which reflect the organs and systems of the body. Has the effect of easing shoulder and back pains and promoting blood circulation and metabolism.13. Warm Stone Massage Massage is given using warmed smooth stones, the natural power of the stones eases muscle tension, and promotes blood circulation, leaving you delightfully relaxed.14. Flower Bath Found in most spa in Bali, warm bath with an abundance of colorful tropical flowers floating on the water. While making you feel like princess, it enhances the relaxation effect, herb or milk are added at some places.15. Facial In many spas, a facial massage is followed by a scrub and pack treatment, using natural ingredients including papaya, avocado, aloe, milk and cucumber, depending on your skin character.If you plan to visit Bali, please go to Bali Spa Treatment Center

The Grand Sirenis Riviera Maya Hotel & Spa has an amazing Spa and fitness facility. In all my years I’ve never indulged in a spa treatment but seeing all the different stations I think having a treatment could become addictive. Many brides opt for a spa treatment before the big day but I don’t think you need to get married to treat yourself. Thank you to Mr. Andres Lagarde Vejar, Front Desk Manager and his wife for arranging this tour. Types of spa treatment – Spas provide a variety of skin treatments for the entire body: aquatherapy, body polishes, body wraps and vichy showers. In aquatherapy, you soak in aqua-jet tubs with aromatherapy oils, moisturizers and exfoliates. These soaks improve circulation and exfoliate and hydrate the skin. Body polishes are body facials. The body is scrubbed to slough dead skin cells and smooth out the skin, and then moisturizers–usually cream–are massaged into the skin for hydration. Salt scrubs are the most common body polishes, where aestheticians use scrubs of sea salt for exfoliation. A salt scrub is often the first step in a body-wrap treatment. After the body has been exfoliated, the body is wrapped in either seaweed or mud to help extract impurities from the skin and improve overall skin texture. After removing the wrap, you rinse in a shower and then apply extra moisturizer. Vichy showers are sometimes used at the end of a body polish or a body wrap, but they can be experienced alone as well. These showers have five to seven …
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