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Mandara Spa – The Ultimate Indulgence

Travel News Asia Date: 15 October 2001

Mandara Spa at JW Marriott Phuket Resort and Spa offers a haven for guests to rest, relax and rejuvenate. A wide range of traditional and international health and beauty treatments are available, featuring high quality imported products as well as natural products grown in Thailand.

Treatments include a variety of massage styles, herbal wraps and facials, salt scrubs, seaweed wraps, aromatherapy, reflexology and a selection of luxurious fresh water baths. Treatments are available for individual guests or couples.

The 720 square meter (8,100 square feet) spa complex includes five private double treatment suites and a full service beauty salon. Each treatment has an ensuite with terrazzo plunge pools, private showers, and change rooms and a spacious vanity and bale area. Suites open into a private outdoor tropical garden with a Thai sala and herbal steam room. The spa interior focuses on the exotic beauty of Thai traditional architecture and artifacts subtly blending with the classic elegance of contemporary design, evoking a feeling of “spiritual tranquility and harmony” with nature.

Mandara Spa is the largest operator of tropical garden spas in hotels and resorts in Southeast Asia. The group was established in Indonesia in 1996 in Indonesia and quickly became the market leader in the international resort island of Bali. It currently operates 14 spas in resort destinations in Indonesia.

The company is led by a core of experienced international professionals who devote their time to providing extensive training and supervision to the large team of therapists employed in their spas. They also work constantly to bring new techniques and concepts to this fast-growing industry.

Strengthened by its success in Indonesia, Mandara Spa expanded to Malaysia and Thailand. It opened the Mandara Spa at the Datai on Langkawi Island in July 1998. Three other spas have since opened in Malaysia and three in the Maldives.

Mandara Spa Thailand opened seven spas in Bangkok and resort destinations in Thailand in the past 12 months, as well as a resident team of professionals to oversee operations in Thailand including spa operations, and a training center. As the company moves into new destinations in Asia, the treatments reflect the traditions of each local culture.

The name Mandara refers to an ancient Sanskirt myth: the quest to discover the precious elixir of immortality and eternal youth. Mandara Spa is considered a sanctuary of nature, where the essential elements of life are cherished.

Conscientious attention to detail is paid to every element, to produce a completely blissful experience. Nothing is overlooked – soothing sounds, intoxicating aromas, tranquil ambiance, gracious and caring staff, peace, serenity and pampered indulgence. The combination of these elements creates a complete experiences that caters for all the senses and soothes the body, mind and soul, resulting in a feeling of radiance and total well-being.

Deliciously indulgent treatments have been developed from ancient natural healing remedies as well as beauty and rejuvenation secrets of Asia. They are presented with nurturing mindfulness, by gifted hands. Exquisite products, adapted from traditional beauty elixirs, capture the heating and nourishing essence of nature, using the finest and freshest ingredients, rich in nutrients and lusciously aromatic.

Mandara Spa – for total well-being of body, mind and soul.

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A sample of some of the treatments available

FACE OF MANDARA

"Nature's Own" Aromatic Facial 60 mins Baht 2,200

Designed to purify and promote beautifully radiant skin. Our deluxe facial offers cleansing, toning, exfoliation and a revitalizing mask for both men and women. In addition, a light relaxing facial massage with an aromatic hydrating oil is used to soothe the skin, eliminating stress and leaving you totally relaxed.

Rejuvenating Facial 50 mins Baht 1,900

A facial using the anti-oxidant benefits of green tea and grape seed to deeply penetrate the skin and protect against the damaging effects of the environment. Includes a pressure point facial massage to promote lymphatic drainage. Leaves your face glowing, soft and healthy.

Thai Herbal & Honey Facial 50 mins Baht 1,700

This gentle yet effective facial uses traditional Thai beauty recipes of Prai which is known as a skin beautifier and Khamin which enhances the flexibility and firmness of the skin. A gentle facial massage with honey nourishes and moisturizes the skin, followed by a refreshing cucumber mask.

BEAUTY OF MANDARA

Decleor Deep Cleansing Facial 60 mins Baht 2,700

The ultimate in deep cleansing facials includes cleansing, exfoliation, a digito-pressure point massage and a combination of two facial masks specially designed to refresh and nourish your complexion to a healthy condition. Recommended for men and women of all skin types.

Decleor Nourishing & Hydrating Facial 90 mins Baht 3,700

Specially formulated for dehydrated and dry skins, this dual action treatment nourishes and hydrates. Highly concentrated in active plant ingredients and essential oils, this facial restores a smooth appearance to the driest of skins. Wrinkles and fine lines are diminished and the epidermis is visibly refreshed. Its long term effectiveness reinforces the barrier function of the epidermis so it is better equipped to combat aggressive climatic conditions.

Decleor Harmony Extreme 90 mins Baht 3,700

Specially designed for delicate, sensitive skin, this soothing treatment calms the most reactive complexion. It refreshes the skin and helps to reduce redness and irritation. It soothes the skin, restores balance and leaves the face looking smooth and velvety Suitable for sensitive and sunburned skin.

BODY OF MANDARA

Traditional Thai Massage 60, 90, 120 mins Baht 1,600 - 2,100 - 2,400

Exotic and unique – the ultimate subliminal body workout. Passed down through generations, the traditional Thai Massage is a blend of deep tissue massage using pressure points and stretching techniques. It releases tension, increases vitality and flexibility and creates wholeness of mind, body and spirit. Recommended for those who prefer a firm massage.

Aromatherapy Massage 50 mins Baht 1,800

Our most aromatic and relaxing massage with a choice of four specially blended oils, Mandara, Harmony, Thailand Spice and Tranquility. Using a combination of strokes and accupressure techniques, this soothing and gentle massage allows the healing properties of these natural oils to penetrate the skin leaving you relaxed and with a sense of well being. A definite jetlag tonic.

Deep Tissue "Sports" Massage 50 mins Baht 2,000

Using a blend of essential oils of Lemongrass, Ginger, Clove and Cinnamon to stimulate and revitalize you. Warming the body, this deep tissue massage increases circulation and soothes sore muscles leaving you refreshed and relaxed. Designed for those leading a more active lifestyle or for those who prefer a strong massage.

Mandara Massage 50 mins Baht 3,100

This Mandara Spa signature treatment, performed by two therapists working together in rhythmic harmony is the ultimate massage experience. Sensory indulgence is combined with the healing powers of aromatherapy and tactile therapy. A unique blend of five different massage styles, Japanese Shiatsu, Thai, Hawaiian Loma, Swedish and Balinese. This full body massage was created with pure pleasure in mind.

Foot Reflexology 50 mins Baht 1,400

Reflexology is based on the belief that the body contains constantly flowing energy or "Chi" which unites with the reflex points of the feet. This specialized foot massage assists in the relief of stress and tension, helps to improve circulation, and fosters a restoration of the body's natural state of equilibrium.

Thai Herbal Back Treatment 50 mins Baht 2,000

This ultimate back treatment offers three treatments in one. An exfoliating scrub of ground Coriander Bean, Nutmeg and other spices cleanse and revitalize the skin, followed by a deep tissue massage, and ending with a warm compress of Thai herbs which is applied to the back to give added relief to stressed muscles.

Tension Relief 30 mins Baht 1,200

Focusing on the neck, shoulder and lower back, this massage works directly on those areas to loosen and relax the muscles which carry the stress and tension of everyday living. With firm, kneading and circular strokes, you will feel more relaxed and tension free.

Thai Coffee Scrub 50 mins Baht 1,800

Made from locally grown Thai coffee beans and natural volcanic pumice this original Mandara recipe provides a stimulating and refreshing cleanse for the entire body. A body rub of fresh carrots is applied to condition the skin. This intoxicatingly aromatic experience aims to rejuvenate the skin and arouse the senses.

Salt Radiance 50 mins Baht 1,800

Rich in nutrients, sea salt from the shores of Thailand mixed with essential oils is used for this deep exfoliating treatment. With short circular massage strokes, dull skin cells are removed and circulation is improved, leaving a new radiance to the skin.

Javanese Lulur 50 mins Baht 1,800

A traditional Javanese beauty treatment, made from a blend of powdered spices and sweet woods, will soften and refine your skin as it gently exfoliates. Cool yogurt is applied to the body to further soften and nourish the skin.

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