Exclusive Pearl Treatments Journey from Chi, The Spa

 

 

Main entrance of CHI, The Spa [More photos]

 

Spa comes from Latin "Sanus Per Aguam", which means to get healthy body via water therapy. Another saying says Spa is from a valley of Spau, a town sat in Belgium in the 16th century. In Spau, people could enjoy the hot spring which could cure various kinds of diseases.

The modern concept of spa is now much more than just water therapy. Lots of other natural elements have been applied to the treatment like microelement and fragrant essential oil.

Pearls have been used for health and beauty for over 2,000 years. Chemical analysis shows pearls contain amino acids (building blocks of protein and collagen), minerals including calcium and polysaccharides for skin tone, clarity and smooth texture. It is also known to contain age control nutrients that reduce the transfer of melanin to the skin, hence alleviating dark patches and spots. In traditional Chinese medicine, pearl powder has a cooling effect with balancing properties. It eases inflammation and supports the skin's natural metabolism to heal, rejuvenate, minimise pores and reduce redness. In the Qing Dynasty, Ci'xi, the last Empress Dowager of China, is said to have preferred pearl masks to maintain her complexion.

 

 

Pearls have been used for health and beauty for over 2,000 years.
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Available exclusively at CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou, the Oriental Pearl Radiance Facial uses Nano Pearl Powder – pearl powder so fine a grain is just one thousandth of a millimetre in size – thus enabling a higher absorption rate of the nutrients. The whole treatment also includes a tension releasing back massage, a pressure point face massage and an antioxidant green tea face compress for maximum effect.

Shangri-la spa suites, where the Chinese principles of harmony and balance show

One of the most striking features of the spa and one unique to CHI, The Spa, is the lotus pond. As guests are lead to their treatment rooms they find themselves at a serene pool adorned with dramatic sculptural flora. Guests then take one of two paths that cross the water to continue on their journey. Tibetan drums and wall hangings lend the gently lit corridors a sense of opulence while heavy, teak doors make for a grand entrance to the secluded sanctum of the spa suites.

 

 
CHI double treatment room [More photos]

 
The 1,200-square metre spa was inspired by the legend of Shangri-La. Using many of the architectural principles of a Tibetan temple, it features Himalayan artifacts and design elements, whilst applying the Chinese principles of harmony and balance. The interior design accents include references from tribal embroidered garments and textiles, the mandala symbol, and Tibetan and Chinese antiques.

All the 11 spacious spa suites – three doubles and eight singles – feature CHI, The Spa's signature "spa within a spa" concept, each with herbal steam and shower, relaxation lounge, changing area and vanity areas. They also have their own infinity baths with colour therapy. There are two hydrotherapy suites featuring hydro baths for detoxifying, body slimming and toning treatments.

 

 

 

Chi The Spa Lotus leafage Decoration with Model [More photos]

 
"Stay and Spa" package, a fresh enjoyment for spa-lovers

The Oriental Pearl Radiance Treatment is priced at RMB1,380 per person and the entire journey takes 110 minutes.

Now CHI, The Spa offers a "Stay and Spa" package. Guests can choose from either an 80-minute CHI balance massage or the newly launched 110 minute Oriental Pearl Radiance Facial—an energising new facial treatment using high quality, ultra fine, food grade pearl powder. The "Stay and Spa" package is valid until 30 December 2008.

The "Stay and Spa" package also includes one night in a Horizon Club room as well as use of the Horizon Club lounge with complimentary buffet breakfast, all day juices, afternoon tea and canapés, and evening cocktails. A complimentary suit pressing and shoeshine service are available upon arrival. Guests are entitled to a discount of 20 per cent on additional spa treatments, a discount of 15 per cent on CHI products, a discount of 10 per cent on food and beverage in the hotel and complimentary round-trip transfers between the hotel and Guangzhou East Railway Station.

This package is priced at RMB1,680++ for one person; a second person staying in the same room is charged RMB800++. Additional nights are at a special price of RMB1,088++ per room.


Shangri-La Hotel, Guangzhou

Hotline: (86 20) 8917 6658, 8917 6659 (CHI, The Spa)
           
E-mail: reservation.slpg@shangri-la.com  


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Source: Lifeofguangzhou.com

Editor: Chen Minjie