offer cures and therapies based on traditional treatments passed down through the generations, the island of Bali, in the space of a decade, emerged as one of the newest and hottest spa destinations throughout Southeast Asia.
People are increasingly aware of the therapeutic benefits of Balinese-style massage, facials and body, which created a high demand for Balinese massage therapists everywhere in the world. It seems that everywhere you go you will find Balinese work in spas hotels and on cruise ships.
Bali has created its own kind of spas, each integrating a beauty salon where facials, bath cream, hair treatments, manicures and pedicures are offered by smooth professionals who are known for their natural opening and how the care that their gentle personalities are passed through their hands.
Realizing that they are a powerful attraction for wealthy tourists, a growing number of upscale hotels in Bali have opened their own spas or spa invited the operators of company to build facilities on their properties. No five star hotel on the island would now never consider opening without an exclusive spa.
Scenting a new booming industry, new autonomous private spas seem to appear every week along Jl southern Bali. Bypass Ngurah Rai position in Nusa Dua, "Spa Alley" of Bali. But on all the tourist destinations in Bali, none has seen such remarkable proliferation of spas that Ubud area popular nestled in the green hills of south-central Bali, an artistic colony world famous since the 1930s
the interior spas can be opulent, contemporary edge, incorporating decoration of the Middle East, embody simplicity almost Zen or illustrate the Balinese 'rustic charm' with the traditional design. the furniture is made of natural materials handmade. glass bottles and homemade ceramic jars contain oils and perfumes. Special ergonomic chairs, outdoor showers, jacuzzis, pools fed by springs plunge into cold water, pools kidney shaped chests sunken bath, perfumed bouquets and scattered frangipani flowers are accoutrements always present tropical spa.
with their outdoor pavilions, pools, koi, fountains and serene being mixed in lush tropical gardens impeccably dressed and attendants mannerly you and the constant noise of the water flowing in pampering your ears, it is an experience in which you become ly immersed, the one who carries the participant inexorably to a higher state of mind to another dimension.
Inside a Balinese Spa
qualities that make a Balinese spa stand out is it enough to-staff teamwork and quality of the products. Asian spas are known to use products and natural and traditional methods, while Western spas sometimes use more gadgets and chemicals. Make sure your spa utilizes the purest oils and the highest quality; there are many synthetic oils out there that are cheaper, but can be harmful to the skin. A recent trend is that many spas health conscious as Ayana, make their own organic beauty products.
Often it is not only a spa but also a beauty salon where facials, 3-D nail art, bath cream, hair and skin , body scrubs, manicures and pedicures and thalassotherapy treatments are skilfully distributed. Treatments are given names like "Bali Sunrise", "Harmony", "The Spice Island", etc. Individual sound systems play soothing New Age or World Music. Rooms, lockers and safety deposit boxes Changing quiet lounging areas all available, and guests can relax between treatments.
most spas offer not only massage rooms for individuals, but whole suites, some filling an area of 100- square meters and equipped with a bathtub the size of small swimming pools, where couples or small groups are inflamed. Spa menus may include Balinese and Indonesian massages and Indian Ayurvedic treatments. During or after the sessions, customers are served tea or jamu (a natural herbal medicine) and a light, healthy, low-cholesterol breakfast in the café or the spa. Included restaurant in each spa package is free transportation.
The following is a selection based Bali distinctive treatments and therapies that are offered in almost all spa on Bali.
Aromatherapy : A technique in which essential oils, blended with a natural herbal oils are used to treat conditions. Oils are patchouli and ylang-ylang, lavender and Canaga.
Ayurvedic : Meaning "science of life", this holistic science of preventive health care was founded in India there are more than 5,000 years - the oldest system of healing in the world . Ayurveda works to correct the imbalances of the body using oils, herbs and pressure techniques on the basis of dosha of a person (body type).
Reflexology :. A treatment that applies a stimulating massage pressure points on the feet, which helps to balance the energy, dispersing built-up toxins, relieve stress and relax the body
face the use of Indonesian fresh herbs, spices and tropical fruits and legumes such as corn, fresh cucumber or carrot, a mask or scrub is applied. Facials deep clean, rejuvenate, refine and tighten the skin.
Hair treatments : Restores the healthy balance of hair and scalp, according to the structure of the hair of the individual with the shampoos cooling application leaves, moisturizers and emulsions. The cream bath is the most common treatment used hair, give the hair sparkle that Balinese women are known for. It was called "massage passionate head that can take your breath away."
Selected Top Rung Spas
Hotel Tugu Bali, Canggu
genuine Waroeng Djamoe Spa treatments are derived from the ancient art of Indonesian healing. signing Tugu Keraton Leha-Leha is a pampered from head to toe combining Javanese massage, spice rub and luxurious milk bath in an intimate outdoor treatment cabana
Ph. 62 361 4731 701 | www.tuguhotels.com/hotels/bali/book-a-spa
Prana Spa, Seminyak
one of the most largest spas in Bali, owned by Australian painter Jim Elliott. the Shirodhara Ayurvedic therapy is the specialty at this spa where the Indian Palace architecture is synthesized with Moroccan rustic simplicity.
Ph: 62 361 730 840 | http://pranaspabali.com
Kupu Kupu Barong Tree Spa, Ubud
The Spa by large herbarium L'Occitane is the hundreds of essential oils resource and natural ingredients. Treatments are inspired by techniques and traditions from around the world.
Ph: 62 361 975 478 | http://www.kupubarongubud.com
Cocoon, Legian
No gimmicks or fads, only highly experienced physicians who administer affordable non-surgical treatments, effective and tested for the quality of the skin and rejuvenating :. microneedling RF for tightening the skin, diamond microdermabrasion, mesotherapy high frequency, Dermapen, PRP and fat blasting
Ph: 62 811 3882240 | http://cocoonmedicalspa.com
Ayana, Jimbaran
the spa at this luxury hotel is amazingly situated opposite to the Indian Ocean . Known for their antioxidant Lava Me Tender; Processing and diamond Miracle involving diamonds, silk, pearls and champagne and costs Rp.11,900,000 for dual use Anti-Aging. Thalasso Spa Ayana has one of the largest Aquatonic Seawater Therapy Pools of the world.
Ph: 62 361 702222 | http://ayanaresort.com
Spa Alila Ubud
Formed in anatomical physiology, massage and meditation, Alila therapists combine the latest nutrition and health knowledge organic with warm, genuine care that flows from the heart to stimulate, balance and relax the mind and body.
Ph: 62 361 975 963 | http://www.alilahotels.com/ubud/spa-alila