The wide
range of spas in Langkawi provide the
ideal setting for complete rejuvenation
and relaxation. Langkawi,
which is located at the crossroads of
Southeast Asia, provides an ideal
backdrop for health rituals that are
amongst the oldest in the world. The
Malay, Thai,
Balinese, Javanese, Indian and Japanese
health practices make the island an
ideal setting for complete rejuvenation.
Experience a traditional Malay body
massage, herbal soaks, facials and a
host of other treatments, all based on
ancient rituals and health disciplines.
Malay herbal treatments use a
combination of indigenous herbs
and plants, which contain natural
vitamins, minerals with therapeutic
properties.
Indulge
in luxuries such as traditional creme
hair treatments, which employ the use of
coconut milk, aloe vera and crushed
hibiscus leaves, among others. Be
enlightened by the jamu experience
where medicinal plants and local herbs
such as turmeric are mixed with natural
sweeteners, like honey or palm sugar and
consumed for its detoxifying and health
enhancing properties. These jamu
preparations, both in tonic and pellet
forms have long been consumed by Malay
women in Langkawi as the ingredients are
freshly-prepared and contain no chemical
additives.
Enjoy
stress-relieving body massages using oil
made with local herbs or try out an
invigorating body scrub. Bathe in
invigorating herbal floral water while
enjoying a soothing cup of ginger tea.
Give your hair a special treat of
freshly-prepared herbal and fruit
shampoo and conditioner. Get a manicure
or pedicure.
If all
you need is a foot massage, there are
foot reflexology outlets in Langkawi,
including at the Langkawi Fair Shopping
Centre, Langkawi Parade, Pantai Chenang,
Pantai Tengah and even at the top of Gunung Mat
Chinchang! These places offer the
perfect respite after a day of exploring
. Foot reflexology is believed to have
many healthy and therapeutic benefits
such as relieving stress and stiff neck,
whilst improving blood circulation and
hormonal imbalance. |