So many spa treatments, so little time – what is a woman to do? Just know the ones that are truly worth your time and money, of course! To give you a head start, we’ve scoped out the latest and greatest pampering indulgences and, ladies, do we have some fabulous results to share with you. These six healthy pleasures are guaranteed to catapult you straight to nirvana—but please, find out for yourself….

1) The Organic Oxygen Facial
Do you ever wonder how your favorite celebs get that radiant glow as they strut down the red carpet? Chances are, many of them have recently been to The Peninsula Hotel Spa in Beverly Hills to prep their beautiful faces with the Organic Oxygen Facial.

This ritzy treatment combines organic, oxygen-enhanced Luzern skincare products with a pure concentrated oxygen mist. As you relax with this luxurious mask, a warm orange blossom oil-lotion blend is drizzled over your hands, arms, and shoulders, followed by a soothing massage. Mmmmm…. This treatment increases cellular respiration, enhances micro-circulation, fights premature aging, and it brings you a blissful sense of calm. After just one session you’ll be ready to face the paparazzi with the best of them. Rates are $250/375 for 60/90-minutes. To book an appointment, call (310) 551-2888 or visit www.peninsula.com.

2) The Hot Shell Massage
Move over Hot Stone Massage, there’s a new hot body treatment in town – the Hot Shell Massage. This treatment is currently offered exclusively at The Surf and Sand Hotel Aquaterra Spa in Laguna Beach, California. The Hot Shell Massage uses all-natural Tiger Clam Seashells and various elements from the ocean (such as dried kelp and sea algae) along with a mixture of purified water, salt, and lavender essential oils to relax, restore, and revive. The warmed, polished seashells are placed on your chakras to release blocked energy and the heat from the shells penetrates your muscles, helping you achieve a deep state of relaxation. The shells are also used in various deep tissue and effleurage massage strokes to soothe tired muscles. A 75-minute treatment runs for $180. To book an appointment, call 949-376-2772 or visit www.aquaterraspa.com.

3) The Mediterranean Harmony Massage
Spa Gaucin, located in Orange County at California’s only five-star, five-diamond resort (The St. Regis Monarch Beach), is a hands-down winner in feel-good massage – literally. If you think two hands are better than one… what would you think of four? Oh yes, that’s exactly what you get in this beyond-blissful body massage. Two therapists perform a choreographed massage in harmony as your mind wonders, “Can this really be happening to me, or am I just fantasizing?” The treatment uses hydrating Chardonnay grapeseed oil throughout the massage and ends with a fig and cassis body-butter back massage along with Spa Gaucin’s signature warm back compress. Afterwards, you’re sure to feel fabulously spoiled. And, if you have the good fortune to be staying at this lush hotel, you can gently glide to your room and sleep like a baby. The grand total for a full hour comes to $350. To book an appointment, call (800) 722-1543 or (949) 234-3200 or visit www.stregismb.com.

4) Magic of The Silk Route Body Therapy & Serenity Shower
The Spa at The Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado Springs, Colorado provides guests with a fragrant and luxurious journey through Thailand, India, and China in this sumptuous 90-minute body treatment and massage. To begin, let the enticing aromas of their cinnamon gel (massaged on your hands and feet), oriental oil (applied to your scalp), and cardamom and nutmeg (for a full body exfoliation) transport you far away from everyday cares. Next, a full wash under a warm and invigorating Vichy shower gets you ready for a relaxing massage, and the treatment concludes with a hydrating and firming silk body wrap. By the end, you’ll feel blissfully intoxicated with tranquility. But before you leave this heralded spa, a trip to the Serenity Shower is well worth an additional $35. If you haven’t heard, the Broadmoor is home to the original (and breathtaking) $100,000 Silver TAG Shower, featuring eighteen shower heads that mimic a warm, vibrant, waterfall surrounding your entire body. This once-in-a-lifetime indulgence runs at $225 ($260 with the Serenity Shower). To book an appointment, call 866-686-3965 or visit www.broadmoor.com.

5) The “Pearfect" Body Treatment
San Diego’s The Spa at Rancho Bernardo Inn has one of the loveliest settings imaginable. The brand new spa overlooks a spectacular 18-hole golf course and has countless one-of-a-kind fountains. It features six private outdoor treatment casitas as well as an inviting new saline pool (for spa guests only) and is known for it’s original “Made Fresh Daily” Spa Treatments. The MFD seasonal offerings employ local, organic produce to create handmade body treatments. The spa manager works with chefs on property to find out what is in season and then crafts treatments based on those ingredients. Their “Pearfect Body Treatment” receives high ranks as one of the most delicious-smelling pamperings they offer.

You begin with a refreshing rub-down with their pear and green apple sugar exfoliation, you receive a complete body masque made from the pulp of tangy limes, green apples, and pears. After the masque is removed, a luxurious Organic Honeydew moisturizer is applied for the grand finale. The result? Skin that is silky soft to the touch. Plus you’ll smell irresistable and ready to make that special someone’s mouth water! Only $150 for 80 minutes. To book an appointment, call (858) 675-8471 or visit ranchobernardoinn.com.

6) The Island Flowers Body Masque
When is the last time a spa gave you flowers? On the Hawaiian island of Maui at The Grand Wailea Resort & Spa Grande (a 50,000 square foot pampering haven), it is believed that there is no such thing as too many flowers for a lady. This lush treatment begins with one hour of hydrotherapy to prime you for the fragrant masque. The masque employs a bouquet of Hawaiian flower petals ready to nurture you inside and out. Rose petals clarify your skin, passion flower petals relieve irritated and inflamed skin, and Hibiscus petals act as an emollient helping to soften you skin. Jasmine petals are used to cool the blood and, as an added bonus, they have strong antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-tumor properties. This treatment also calms your mind with soothing lavender flowers to promote relaxation and chamomile flowers to relax your nerves. The cost? A mere $160 for 50 minutes. To book an appointment, call 808-875-1234 x4949 or visit www.grandwailea.com.

With these new and decadent spa treatments, you can indulge, revitalize, and come out a brand new you. Just take your pick!

~Jill Daniel
www.gratitudegroove.com

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