eye massage

Method 1:

With eyes closed:
Using the middle fingers, massage the bone of the eye sockets. Move the fingers outwards and upwards, then down to the bridge of the nose, as indicated by the arrows in figure 1. Repeat 8 times.

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Method 2:

This method is similar with method 1 except that you can act as if you are playing piano around your eyes. Use the middle 3 fingers to dap around the eyes.

Method 3:

Press the pressure points just under the brow bone below the inner eyebrows and count to 3. Then glide fingers under brow, around and under the eyes, and back to the starting point in 6 counts. Repeat entire procedure 3 times, moving gently over the eyelid to press at temples on the final count.

Pregnancy

Anti-Ageing Hand Rescue

An all round anti-ageing treatment that incorporates a collagen mask to help plump out lines and wrinkles, brighten skin tone and reduce pigmentation. Hands are left rehydrated and finished with an OPI polish.

Aromatherapy Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage

This massage uses specially blended oils from the Aromatherapy Associates range, formulated with natural plant and flower oils with wonderful exotic scents and powerful therapeutic benefits for body and mind. With your chosen oil, your therapist will concentrate on you back neck and shoulders to help dissolve away all of your stress and tension. The depth of the massage movements can be adapted to suit your needs. ‘Mum-To-Be’ aromatherapy oils are available.

Aromatherapy Full Body Massage

This massage uses specially blended oils from Aromatherapy Associates that have powerful therapeutic benefits for body and mind. The massage uses carefully applied pressures to stimulate the nervous system, techniques to relieve muscular tension, and lymphatic drainage to encourage healthy circulation. This is an intense massage ritual drawn from a fusion of Eastern and Western techniques enabling the therapist to work on your body, mind and spirit. The depth of the massage movements can be adapted to suit your needs. ‘Mum-To-Be’ aromatherapy oils are available.

Collagen Eye Treatment

Beginning with a facial cleanse, exfoliation and massage to relax the face, this treatment then focuses on re-hydrating the delicate skin around the eyes, diminishing fine lines, puffiness and dark circles to lessen the signs of ageing.

Cooling Foot Pedicure

The perfect antidote for hot or swollen feet, this pedicure includes cold stone drainage techniques which help with fluid retention and leave you with smooth, refreshed and revitalised feet - perfect for expectant mums.

Exfoliating Salt Scrub

Based on the traditional Salt Scrub treatment found at the Dead Sea in Jordan.This treatment is a full body exfoliation using pure salt and sweet almond oil, which leaves the skin feeling silky smooth.

Express Manicure

Includes nail shaping, cuticle work and a choice of OPI polish.

Express Pedicure

A mini-pedicure which includes nail shaping, cuticle work, application of moisturiser and finishes with an OPI polish with the colour of your choice.

Luxury Hot Stone Manicure

A luxurious manicure combining oil and a hot stone massage, leaving you totally relaxed with beautiful soft hands and polished nails.

Luxury Pedicure

The height of luxury for feet! A luxurious hot stone leg and foot massage and warmed oil foot wrap ensure feet are left soft, supple and truly pampered.

Mum to Be Indulgence

A pampering top to toe treatment designed by our experts specifically for expectant mums. Combining a head, neck, shoulder and back massage with the use of oils and creams to soften the skin, the treatment finishes with a cold stone, draining leg massage to relieve tired, puffy legs and feet.Your skin is left feeling nourished, hydrated and supple. Only recommended from 13-28 weeks of pregnancy.

Perfectly Polished Pedicure

A perfect treatment for hard skin and cracked heels. Natural AHA’s are used to soften tough skin, feet are then filed until perfectly soft. A heel balm is then applied and nails are polished to a colour of your choice.

Prescription Body Polish

Beginning with a full body exfoliation and followed by a cleansing soap massage, this treatment uses products from either the Sento, Kuan Jin or Spa Essentials ranges to invigorate the body.

Reboosting Collagen Facial

A pampering facial that helps lessen the signs of ageing on the face and neck. Leaves skin glowing and radiant.

Sanctuary Brightening Facial

Help restore the natural luminosity to your complexion and revitalise tired, dull skin. Professional massaging and extraction techniques help to unblock pores and decongest the skin.

Evening Combination

Maximum pampering with two therapists working in synergy with one another to provide a seamless treatment that leaves you relaxed and fully pampered.

Evening Combination Treatments can only be booked in conjunction with an evening admission and are available Monday*, Wednesday to Friday evenings only from 5-9.30pm.

* Monday evenings only available from November to April and are subject to change.

Essential Facial Plus

Combine a soothing and gently relaxing facial to refresh and rejuvenate the skin with your choice of an Express Manicure or Pedicure to leave you feeling refreshed and polished.

Hand and Foot Treat

A combination of our Express Manicure and Express Pedicure at the same time to leave hands and feet relaxed and polished.

Luxury Essentials

A 3-in-1 treatment that combines a personalised facial to leave your skin cleansed and nourished, with your choice of a Luxury Manicure or Pedicure and a Head, Neck and Shoulder Massage to set you up for the days to come.

Relax and Rejuvenate

Designed to melt away the stresses of the day - this combination delivers a stress-relieving and nourishing massage to the head, neck, face and shoulders, whilst the feet are pampered using a traditional Thai foot massage.

Sanctuary Indulgence

A 4-in-1 essential package which combines a soothing and gently relaxing facial, with an Express Manicure, Express Pedicure and eyebrow shape, leaving you relaxed and polished.

Top to Toe Glow

A synchronised treatment with two therapists that includes; body exfoliation, synchronised massage, facial cleanse, head, neck and shoulder massage and traditional Thai foot massage - leaving you relaxed and refreshed from top to toe!

Pedicures

If you want complete relaxation whilst getting your feet looking brand new again, you need to try one of our fabulous pedicure treatments. There is something for everyone here, from professional express pedicures, to something a little more extensive like our Perfectly Polished Pedicure.

Cooling Foot Pedicure

The perfect antidote for hot or swollen feet, this pedicure includes cold stone drainage techniques which help with fluid retention and leave you with smooth, refreshed and revitalised feet - perfect for expectant mums.

Express Pedicure

A mini-pedicure which includes nail shaping, cuticle work, application of moisturiser and finishes with an OPI polish with the colour of your choice.

Luxury Pedicure

The height of luxury for feet! A luxurious hot stone leg and foot massage and warmed oil foot wrap ensure feet are left soft, supple and truly pampered.

Perfectly Polished Pedicure

A perfect treatment for hard skin and cracked heels. Natural AHA’s are used to soften tough skin, feet are then filed until perfectly soft. A heel balm is then applied and nails are polished to a colour of your choice.

Soothing Thai Foot Treat

Indulge your feet with this relaxing, traditional style Thai foot massage which includes foot filing and exfoliation to leave the skin super soft and fully pampered.

Manicures

Anti-Ageing Hand Rescue

An all round anti-ageing treatment that incorporates a collagen mask to help plump out lines and wrinkles, brighten skin tone and reduce pigmentation. Hands are left rehydrated and finished with an OPI polish.

Express Manicure

Includes nail shaping, cuticle work and a choice of OPI polish.

Luxury Hot Stone Manicure

A luxurious manicure combining oil and a hot stone massage, leaving you totally relaxed with beautiful soft hands and polished nails.

Massage

Aromatherapy Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage

This massage uses specially blended oils from the Aromatherapy Associates range, formulated with natural plant and flower oils with wonderful exotic scents and powerful therapeutic benefits for body and mind. With your chosen oil, your therapist will concentrate on you back neck and shoulders to help dissolve away all of your stress and tension. The depth of the massage movements can be adapted to suit your needs. ‘Mum-To-Be’ aromatherapy oils are available.

Aromatherapy Full Body Massage

This massage uses specially blended oils from Aromatherapy Associates that have powerful therapeutic benefits for body and mind. The massage uses carefully applied pressures to stimulate the nervous system, techniques to relieve muscular tension, and lymphatic drainage to encourage healthy circulation. This is an intense massage ritual drawn from a fusion of Eastern and Western techniques enabling the therapist to work on your body, mind and spirit. The depth of the massage movements can be adapted to suit your needs. ‘Mum-To-Be’ aromatherapy oils are available.

Reflexology Massage

A foot treatment incorporating pressure points that mirror the body’s key systems.This is an ancient healing art bringing soothing relief in modern times.

Sanctuary Massage Back, Neck & Shoulder

This popular body massage is tailored to your individual needs, helping to re-energise and relieve muscular tension.

Sanctuary Massage Full Body

This popular body massage is tailored to your individual needs, helping to re-energise and relieve muscular tension.

Soothing La Sultane Full Body Massage

This extremely nourishing, hydrating and stress-relieving massage incorporates a soothing facial cleanse and massage and uses shea butter and a choice of essential oils to suit your mood.

Soothing La Sultane Head, Neck and Face Massage

This extremely nourishing, hydrating and stress-relieving massage incorporates a soothing facial cleanse and massage and uses shea butter and a choice of essential oils to suit your mood.

Facial Therapies

Discover a range of indulgent facials that work to revitalise, replenish and hydrate, leaving you with healthy, glowing skin. Our skin firming treatments are fantastic at tightening, toning and refreshing tired skin and will take years off you.

Each facial begins with a 15 minute skincare consultation which allows you and your therapist to discuss your current skincare regime and for your therapist to analyse your skin before beginning the treatment ahead. To continue the benefits of your facial at home, The Sanctuary recommends The Sanctuary Spa’s Skin Care Products range to compliment the results of your treatment.

For more intensive facials, visit our Skin Spa. Located within The Sanctuary but accessed separately so you can just walk in. Skin Spa offers a range of treatments at the forefront of progressive techniques and technologies to deliver proven results.

Collagen Eye Treatment

Beginning with a facial cleanse, exfoliation and massage to relax the face, this treatment then focuses on re-hydrating the delicate skin around the eyes, diminishing fine lines, puffiness and dark circles to lessen the signs of ageing.

Oxygen and Collagen Facial

An effective facial, ideal for those suffering from tired, lacklustre skin or concerned about the effects of ageing. The treatment works deep within the skin’s layers to restore elasticity, boosting the skin’s own natural ability to stimulate collagen through active ingredients which help to visibly plump out fine lines and wrinkles whilst the pure oxygen blast enhances skin restoration.

Reboosting Collagen Facial

A pampering facial that helps lessen the signs of ageing on the face and neck. Leaves skin glowing and radiant.

Sanctuary Brightening Facial

Help restore the natural luminosity to your complexion and revitalise tired, dull skin. Professional massaging and extraction techniques help to unblock pores and decongest the skin.

Sanctuary Brightening Facial Plus

Help restore the natural luminosity to your complexion and revitalise tired, dull skin. Professional massaging and extraction techniques help to unblock pores and decongest the skin.This thorough facial extends to the bust area and is suitable for all skin types. A reboosting collagen mask is applied to the bust area to help firm, hydrate and boost natural collagen levels. (Includes the bust area)

Skin Firming Stone Facial

A relaxing facial that boosts circulation. Hot stones boost skin circulation and aid cell rejuvenation whilst cold stones help with decongestion, tightening, toning and refreshing the skin. For ultimate relaxation the 85 minute treatment combines an indulgent back massage to complete the treatment. (Uses hot and cold stones)

Skin Firming Stone Facial Plus

A relaxing facial that boosts circulation. Hot stones boost skin circulation and aid cell rejuvenation whilst cold stones help with decongestion, tightening, toning and refreshing the skin. For ultimate relaxation the 85 minute treatment combines an indulgent back massage to complete the treatment. (Uses hot and cold stones)

Spa Radiance Facial

A soothing and gently relaxing facial to refresh and rejuvenate the skin.

Warming Herbal Compress Facial

This re-balancing facial provides a moisture boost to leave your skin feeling completely soothed and hydrated. Warm herbal compresses on the face and neck help to firm, tone and de-stress the skin whilst light Thai body stretches finish the treatment.

Body Wraps & Dry Floatation

Calming Dry Floatation

A superbly comfortable and relaxing treatment as you lie peacefully dry floating in warm water.The fragrance of aromatherapy oils and relaxing music completes this soothing experience.

Enriching Zibu Floatation

Beginning with a full body exfoliation with the Zibu Salt Scrub, the therapists’ hands and forearms work with shea butter and honey into the skin, paying particular attention to tired, aching muscles. For deep relaxation you are then left to drift away whilst cocooned in the floatation tank for 15 minutes of pure bliss. To finish, your skin is lavished with Zibu Body Butter which hydrates even the driest of skins.

Invigorating Sento Wrap

Enjoy the benefits of a Sento full body exfoliation and a rich 100% natural sea algae wrap to help detoxify and nourish the skin.The treatment works on improving the skin’s texture and smoothness and is completed with a relaxing head massage.

Nourishing Mud Wrap

This treatment includes a full body exfoliation followed by a generous layer of mud to cleanse, detoxify and revitalise the skin. A nourishing butter is then applied to the entire body, leaving it silky smooth and moisturised.

Revitalising Mestizo Wrap

A full body exfoliating massage, followed by a fruit enzyme mask leaves you literally bursting with vitality. Cocooned in a comforting wrap whilst enzymes work to break down dead skin cells leaves skin feeling silky soft. A head, neck and shoulder massage completes the treatment.

Trim and Tone Body Wrap

Remove toxins from the body through lymphatic drainage, improve cellulite and aid water retention, leaving you’re your skin feeling smoother and firmer. Body brushing to the hip and thigh area stimulates blood flow whilst a detoxifying clay mud is applied to the area which is then wrapped in specialist bandages which help to an instant toning and slimming effect. Reflex points are massaged on the feet to stimulate the digestive system whilst a soothing head, neck and shoulder massages completes the treatment.

Body Exfoliation

Based on the traditional Salt Scrub treatment found at the Dead Sea in Jordan.This treatment is a full body exfoliation using pure salt and sweet almond oil, which leaves the skin feeling silky smooth.

Kyphi Hot Sugar Scrub

Relax whilst we exfoliate then massage your entire body with our fabulous award-winning Kyphi Hot Sugar Scrub and warmed Sanctuary body oil.Your skin is left feeling luxuriously smoothed and nourished.

Prescription Body Polish

Beginning with a full body exfoliation and followed by a cleansing soap massage, this treatment uses products from either the Sento, Kuan Jin or Spa Essentials ranges to invigorate the body.

Soothing La Sultane Back Cleanse

Often on show but difficult to treat, this vigorous scrub smoothes and cleanses the back area using warmed black olive soap and a kessa glove. Hot mitts remove the cleanser whilst mint green tea is massaged into the back.

Ritual Body Treatments

Hammam Rasul

Set in the beautifully tiled traditional Turkish Rasul Chamber with twinkling star ceiling; 100% natural white, red and brown muds are provided for you to apply to your body and face. Drawing toxins from the skin by encouraging circulation, the steam aids detoxification and relaxes the body.The ritual ends with a tropical rain-shower and the provision of moisturisers.The Rasul can accommodate up to four people so is great to book with friends.

Hammam Ritual

This spa ritual is inspired by the ancient Arabic bathing custom and combines the Rasul experience with your choice of either a 25 or 50 minute Sanctuary massage to leave you relaxed and rejuvenated.

Hammam Ritual 95 minutes

This spa ritual is inspired by the ancient Arabic bathing custom and combines the Rasul experience with your choice of either a 25 or 50 minute Sanctuary massage to leave you relaxed and rejuvenated.

Herbal Thai Ritual

A fusion of Eastern bodywork techniques, this full body Thai massage includes passive stretches and palming along the meridian lines to realign the body and improve flexibility and muscle tone. Herbal steamed dumplings are then used on the back of the body, creating a wonderful heat and leaving you feeling completely relaxed and rebalanced.

Sanctuary Hot Stone

Smooth, glistening heated stones are massaged into the body, increasing circulation and easing muscular tension. This is a wonderfully relaxing and energising treatment that dates back to 2000BC.

Sanctuary Hot Stone with Facial Massage

Smooth, glistening heated stones are massaged into the body, increasing circulation and easing muscular tension. This is a wonderfully relaxing and energising treatment that dates back to 2000BC and includes a wonderfully relaxing facial massage.

Thai Ritual

This full body Thai massage is a fusion of Eastern bodywork techniques. Gentle pressure is applied with hands and feet, particularly along the meridian lines and a variety of passive stretching movements are encouraged to realign the body, increasing flexibility and muscle tone.

Signatures Spas

Aroma Bliss

This totally indulgent treatment begins with a full body exfoliation followed by a deep aromatherapy back massage. Gels, creams and oils from the Aromatherapy Associates range are then applied generously all over. Whilst cocooned in a relaxing wrap you are treated to a scalp massage with Frankincense to de-stress. Followed by an aromatherapy facial massage using Rose & Sandalwood facial oil and finally body stretches awaken the muscles and ease you back into the day. Choose to deeply moisturise with Damask Rose or to ease tight muscles using Lavender, Rosemary and Black Pepper.

Beautifying Kuan Jin Ritual

This holistic treatment includes a full body exfoliation followed by a feather-light crystal massage sequence which works in synergy with the meridian lines of the body, restoring and re-balancing your body’s energy. This soothing treatment evokes feelings of peace and contentment. A head and facial massage completes the final stage of relaxation.

Indulgent Africology Blessing

Beginning with a full body exfoliation, this powerful anti-oxidant face and body massage, conditions and hydrates the skin whist working rhythmically into tired muscles or sluggish lymph using a traditional stick massage technique. Choose between warming cinnamon and ginger balm, that stimulates circulation and works deep into stiff muscles, and a more balancing geranium balm that assists to detox your lymphatic system and balance emotions.

Invigorating Sento

Inspired by the traditional art of Japanese bathing, this wonderfully invigorating body detox combines Japanese style body work with a refreshing full body exfoliation designed to unblock energy flows using Sento scrub and loofah mitts. The treatment finishes with a relaxing and balancing Japanese foot and pressure point massage.

Mum to Be Indulgence

A pampering top to toe treatment designed by our experts specifically for expectant mums. Combining a head, neck, shoulder and back massage with the use of oils and creams to soften the skin, the treatment finishes with a cold stone, draining leg massage to relieve tired, puffy legs and feet.Your skin is left feeling nourished, hydrated and supple. Only recommended from 13-28 weeks of pregnancy.

Nourishing Kyphi Floatation

Think Cleopatra as your senses are enlightened by this ancient Egyptian ritual.To begin, a full body exfoliation, followed by warmed oil drizzled and massaged into your body with heated herbal compresses, paying particular attention to the back.Then you are lowered into a relaxing float and after, moisturised with nourishing Kyphi body butter.This extremely luxurious, deeply relaxing skin softener relieves muscular aches and pains and is ideal for sleep rejuvenation.

Sensual Mande Lular

Influenced by the renowned Royal Indonesian marriage ritual and traditionally given to the bride-to-be to beautify, soften and sweeten her skin, this wonderfully indulgent combination of exfoliation, soothing Balinese body and scalp massage and a nourishing Mande Lular body cream leaves you feeling relaxed, soothed and nourished.

Soothing La Sultane

Transport yourself to the fragrant gardens and spicy souks of Marrakech.This ultimate mood enhancer begins with a full body and face exfoliation using black olive soap. Hot mitts then cleanse, followed by a complete top to toe massage using a blend of melted shea butter mixed with essential oils. A fabulous tension releasing experience.

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy

Flowing massage sequences combined with your choice of essential oils will ease physical and mental tension reducing stress and improving the immune system. Ideal treatment to soothe body, mind and spirit.

60 minutes R$ 165
90 minutes R$ 200

Swedish

A variety of massage techniques specifically designed to relax muscles and increase the oxygen flow in the blood, flushing lactic acid and other metabolic wastes from the tissues.

60 minutes R$ 165
90 minutes R$ 200

Reflexology

An ancient healing art that aims to treat the body, mind and spirit by applying pressure to the reflex points on the feet. By a precise and skillful manipulation of these points, vital functions can be stimulated, toxins eliminated, blood circulation improved and nerves soothed promoting a deep feeling of relaxation.

30 minutes R$ 120

Shiatsu

Oriental therapy based on finger pressure over specific points along the energy pathways improving energy flow and assisting the body in recovering its natural vitality.

60 minutes R$ 165
90 minutes R$ 200

Deep Tissue Sports

Vigorous and deep massage techniques designed to bring relief and recover from muscle tension, improving circulation and easing mental stress.

60 minutes R$ 165
90 minutes R$ 200

Thai

The words flowing and rhythmic exactly describe the essence of the Classic Thai Massage, with its sequence of unhurried presses, stretches and twists. Feet, palms, thumbs, knees and elbows are used to kneed and stretch the entire muscular system, releasing energy blockages, promoting flexibility and restoring balance.

90 minutes R$ 230

Hot Stones

A soothing, sedative massage provided by gentle gliding strokes with warm stones and the relaxing properties of essential oils.

60 minutes R$ 165
90 minutes R$ 200

Shirodhara

Shirodhara is considered one of the most powerful of all the ancient ayurvedic treatments. It consists of a continuous and very soothing stream of warm oil drizzled over the forehead to calm the nervous system, followed by a head and foot massage, integrating the body and mind in a very unique experience.

60 minutes R$ 200

Abhyanga

This traditional therapy, originally from India, is performed by two therapists simultaneously in a rhythmic and flowing sequence of long strokes along the muscles and small circular strokes at the joints, rubbing warm oil onto the skin. Feel the physical and psychological tensions ease away and re-establish calm and harmony of the spirit.

60 minutes R$ 250

Garshana

This ancient Ayurvedic treatment features a dry skin brushing with natural fibre mittens, followed by a gentle warm oil massage which cleanses out the toxins and excess water from the lymphatic channels, while acting as a sedative on the nervous system.

60 minutes R$ 180

Four-Hand Amanary Experience

Our four-hand massage is an amazing combination of classic swedish, reflexology and deep tissue massage. Surrender to this unique experience where two therapists work in unison to heighten your sensations and double your relaxation.

60 minutes R$ 250
90 minutes R$ 300

Foot Soak and Massage

Indulge in this simple yet very effective treatment, which soothes away stress on the feet and encourages overall relaxation. Soak your feet in warm water prepared with essential oils and enjoy a quick foot massage.

20 minutes R$ 50

Express

Focused on your head, neck and shoulders, our quick massage will alleviate immediate muscle tension.

15 minutes R$ 45

In Room Massage

Enjoy our massages in the privacy of your room. The following exceptions apply: Hot Stones, Thai, Abhyanga, Garshana and Shirodhara.

In Room massages are available exclusively with therapists of the same gender as the guest.

60 minutes R$ 185
90 minutes R$ 260

Spa Treatments

Plateau Massage

1 hour HKD$950
1 hour 30 minutes HKD$1,250

Using a combination of Shiatsu, Thai and Swedish massage techniques and essential oils, this massage will relieve tired muscles and soothe the mind. Choose from the following luxury aromatherapy massage balms:

Relax - Sandalwood, Incense, Lavender and Myrrh. Eases tension and helps the body and mind to unwind.
Flow - Lavender, Angelica, Lemon and Cypress. Helps to improve circulation and elimination. Highly stimulating.
Detox - Lemongrass, Rosemary, Geranium, Sandalwood, Grapefruit, Basil and Clary Sage. Helps to speed up elimination and detoxify the body.
Tonic - A blend of Rosewood, Lemongrass and Mint. Energises the skin and body.

Swedish

1 hour HKD$860
1 hour 30 minutes HKD$1,150

Relieves tired muscles, improves circulation and creates a feeling of relaxation.

Hong Kong

1 hour HKD$860
1 hour 30 minutes HKD$1,150

Considered a deep pressure massage, our Hong Kong massage incorporates Swedish massage techniques with accupressure.

Reflexology

30 minutes HKD$400
1 hour HKD$750

Using mostly thumb pressure, the therapist concentrates on the specific reflex points of the feet to promote better health and relaxation.

Shiatsu

1 hour HKD$860
1 hour 30 minutes HKD$1180

The acupressure of thumbs, fingers and elbows to stimulate and rebalance energy pathways of the body, creating a balancing effect.

Thai

1 hour HKD$860
1 hour 30 minutes HKD$1180

Focusing on the energies of the body, the therapist uses gentle hand compressions, rocking and yoga stretches to balance the body, mind, and spirit.