Feel like getting spoiled? I did. And after a massage, skin brushing, body polish, milk bath, body…read morewrap and 60 minute massage (aka the "spirit of the senses" package) I was ready to propose to Stephanie right then and there. If I just could have managed to keep my head up. It started out as usual - a locker room visit, a silky robe, and short wait in the lounge before I was led to my treatment room. From there it was 2.5 hours of bliss, all in one room, all with one therapist. This was definitely more of a relaxation massage, and though I mentioned it a few times, it was a little light for my liking... but at that point I was too relaxed to let it bother me. It certainly wasn't a cheap pampering session, but if you're looking to spoil someone rotten, this is definitely your place. Hydrated and velvety doesn't even begin to describe how my body felt afterward and after a beautiful tea in the lounge to round off the experience, I was ready to take over the world (perhaps right after a long nap).

From the time I arrived at the spa to when I left I felt like royalty! The staffs care and…read moreattention was amazing. It was my birthday and I booked for a Decadence for the feet pedicure and every staff member that I crossed paths with wished me a happy birthday, I felt like an old friend, not just a new client. The visit started by changing into a robe and slippers, now I am a fluffy guy robe's usually don't fit, but that wasn't the case here, the robe fitted perfectly. Then I was taken to a relaxation room where I got to chill and relax even before the treatment started. Being my birthday there were three of us getting pedi's, and despite the chatter between us when it came to the hot stone massage we all fell silent and drifted to an almost comatose state of bliss. I have to say having pedicures are the ultimate luxury experience for me and I've been around awhile and had a few over my time and I can say that I have never had a more luxurious pedicure in my life!! Just when I thought it couldn't get better because it was my birthday we were given a glass of champagne and chocolates. This place offers the wow factor on so many levels. If you are visiting the hotel or just want to indulge in someone for a special occasion I would highly recommend them, I know I am taking my mum in for another double pedicure session for mothers day this year!

Orange jersey is a great idea but the blue one looks too big to be worn down and I think the red is…read morea rrrrrr

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I absolutely LOVE Perfect Potion! It's such a shame I can't get this in the US of A. The stuff is…read morekinda like The Body Shop but better, kinda like Jurlique but cheaper. Whenever I get the chance when visiting Brisbane, I try to book a massage here The smells of the natural oils are intoxicating and I know it just soothes me whenever I enter the store. I usually buy some sprays and products for my skin to bring back with me. I also like the fact that their packaging is still in glass bottles (not great when you're transporting it across the ocean) and the dark glass helps the product on the inside keep better. Because the stuff is so natural, they do tend to expire and when they do the smells and aromas change, so use them up before the expiration date!

I absolutely love this beautiful little store. The design and layout are flawless, their products…read moreare fantastic and the staff are incredibly friendly. Instead of the run of the mill, 'let me know if I can give you a hand' speech, one of them said 'if you want any help or some herbal tea just let me know'. I was a bit taken aback by her offer of herbal tea. Was she serious? I love herbal tea, why did I say no? As I pondered the logistics of such a service in a store with no apparent seating and numerous 'testers', I continued to browse through their huge selection of bath and body products. It really is great stuff that I highly recommend, and what a lovely environment to purchase it in.

I'm a massive fan of Jurlique and their products. Produced in the Adelaide Hills using natural…read moreingredients from their own farm I love that I'm using high quality skin care products and supporting a local business in the process. Whilst the products are not cheap, in my experience they are incredibly good value with a little going a very long way that has had me comparing dollar for dollar against what appears to be cheaper alternatives but Jurlique comes out the winner. I also love how it makes my skin feel. No alcohol/chemical dryness or greasy layer that I experience with cheaper chemically based products. If you're new to the product the team instore will walk you through your skin care routine and needs to make sure that you get what's right for you. As an added bonus they have little starter kits so you can try a small amount before shelling out your hard earned cash for larger quantities. This store also has a day spa which is a wonderful way to experience the products first hand. My recent visit to this store in Wintergarden was the first in 12 months (that's how long my 145ml moisturiser lasts!) and the lady serving me remembered me from my previous visit... a great memory and a great customer service experience for me. This visit I learned that you can also bring your empty containers back for a 10% discount on the next purchase.

Finding a great beauty salon that suits all your needs, is local and reasonably priced can be a…read moretesting and trying task. Whilst on the hunt for somewhere that fits the above criteria, a friend recommended me to Aqua Boutique Beauty Salon and I made an appointment stat! When it comes to waxing, I think it's only fair that you walk into the salon with a certain level of skepticism. I've been in situations where the "therapist" has left me in tears and feeling a bit sad and sorry for myself. I'm happy to say that my experience at Aqua was quite the opposite. I was looked after by Sue-Ellen who is also the owner of Aqua. With 18 years experience behind her it was obvious she could wax someone with her eyes closed. She was gentle and quick, and by far the best waxing job I've had. The salon itself is beautiful and cosy, not an intimidating porcelain monstrosity that makes you feel as though you're in a doctors surgery. The menu is extensive and there's a section specifically for men, so if you have a man-friend who needs a bit of a pampering then you now know where to send him! Aqua is fantastic, local and really well priced considering the high level of service. I'll be visiting again!

From the owner: Aqua Beauty Salon is an enduring favourite in Teneriffe, with an unrivalled reputation for…read morefirst-class facial treatments designed to restore your skin and leave you feeling completely refreshed and relaxed. A boutique beauty salon, Aqua draws on the latest in products, equipment and techniques to help your skin look its youthful best, with visible improvements in firmness, clarity and tone.

Ever wanted to feel like a princess for a day? Then you need an appointment at Sakura day spa…read morepronto. Just had the most beautiful experience there. Booked in for a full body scrub, wrap, mini facial followed by a rain shower and came out feeling like a new woman. Now I know you can get these services in a lot of places, but lots of places give them to you in rooms that are basically the size of tall coffins and hardly relaxing. My treatment room at Sakura on the other hand was actually two rooms and bigger than some hotel rooms I've stayed in (with two other people I might add). To say I was transported and then transformed probably sums it up. And the whole thing was made even better by the caring nature of the lady who looked after me. Can't wait to come back.

I was given a gift voucher by my husband that was worth around $400 for a 4 hour spa package. I…read moremanaged with great difficulty to convince them to use this over 3 sessions as I have young kids. On my first session, Due to limited parking on Vernon terrace or surrounding streets I was 6 mins late, so upon arrival instead of being welcomed I was told by the therapist that next time they would have to take the time off my session as she has back to back appointments today. During my massage she kept talking and asking me where I was from because I didn't look Australian and had different skin and features. Then she asked me really irrelevant questions such as how long I have travelled to get there. On my 2nd session the owner was at reception and I was 5 minutes late again due to the parking issue. As I entered she asked me if I had been vaccinated for Covid and if not why not. Then she said that her staff had been vaccinated and that soon she is going to introduce a policy at her day spa to reject people entry who have not been vaccinated. I said vaccinations aren't mandatory yet by the government so she should stop asking intrusive questions. Then she told me to fill out a form with 4 really intrusive questions about vaccinations: have you been vaccinated? Are you on a waiting list for a vaccination? Which one, Pfizer or AstraZeneca? Something along those lines. She then said, you're late again and this time we will have to take the time off your massage but instead of taking me straight in she put me in a room to have tea for 10 mins taking another 10 mins off my massage. She said sorry but my staff has back to back appointments again. The whole time I was there I only saw this one staff she had booked up back to back 2 weeks in a row. I didn't turn up for my 3rd session as I felt super anxious going there because I didn't know what to expect this time. Halfway through this treatment I started coughing with a tickle in my throat because my sinuses were playing up which usually happens due to cheap essential oils in some cosmetic products. So the therapist left me for about 10 minutes and entered with a mask (which I realised she wasn't wearing the whole hour prior to my cough). Vaccines don't exclude you from wearing a mask, she should have been wearing one to begin with so that was another 10 mins taken off my session. Sadly I found this experience far from relaxing and pampering. The whole time I was there I felt resentful, tense and ripped off. In addition, the sheets and towel felt oily and unhygienic and the products used in my treatment were cheap. Absolute Waste of money. Apologies to my husband who had spent a while researching the best gift to get me for Mother's Day. This place is bringing down the vibes in a classy end of town. Spend your money on another day spa if you're looking to get pampered in a relaxing environment and not be judged.

Have gone from a size 40 Jean to 36 in 10 weeks by completing an 8 week i-Lipo course and following…read moretheir TX50 diet and beat the buldge program. Very happy!!

As a woman, finding a good skin care regime is like searching for a needle in a haystack. There is…read moreso much available on the market that it becomes confusing as to what you actually need. I walked past Simplicité a few days ago and went in out of curiosity, just to see what made them different to every other skin care range. Let me tell you, there is LOTS that is different. David, one of the creators of the line, was in the store when I walked in. He was immediately likable and informative and clearly SO passionate about his products without teetering into annoying-sales-person territory. It's obvious that he is genuinely flabbergasted by what some people put on to their skin, and given the fact that he was previously a Naturopath and has extensive experience in clinical skin nutrients research, I trust that he knows his stuff! He knew every ingredient of every product and their benefits. The products are all natural in every sense, and I left the store convinced that this has got to be the legitimate skin care pitch I have heard. I also left with a few generous sized testers to try at home, and so far the results have been great. If you are passionate about healthy skin without applying any horrible chemicals to your face, then I highly suggest you take a trip to Simplicité. The prices are on par with the designer skin care you would buy in a department store, but is tried, tested and made locally, so why not support it and give your skin a helping hand at the same time.