What does summer represent? For many, it's probably the vacations, the sun, the sand, and the beauty of the world. The end of summer doesn't mean we won't be able to enjoy the relaxing pleasures of travel anymore. Even if we live in a busy and lively city, we can still "hide" in the high-end SPA hidden in the steel forest. The highly private space, the skillful technique of the beautician, the looming soothing aroma… Even if you don't go abroad, you can lead your body and mind into a comfortable world that seems to be isolated from the world.
Spa myBlend
Clarins' high-end skin care brand myBlend, built on the expertise of Dr. Olivier Courtin, was launched in 2007 and completely redesigned in 2022, combining nutritional supplements that nourish the skin from the inside out, strengthen and regulate the skin's condition Skin care products, as well as efficient beauty technology. The founder, Dr. Olivier Courtin, believes that the skin will tell a person's emotional and physical story. Since everyone is unique, everyone's skin quality is also unique. Based on the research and proof of Dr. Olivier Courtin, when the skin's neuro-immune system is at its best, every skin has the potential to regenerate and repair cells. Headquartered in Paris, Spa myBlend's customized skin care experience in the Americas is exclusively provided by The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto. Personalized skin care is the basis of Spa myBlend treatments. During the myBlend Advanced Technology Facial Treatments facial treatment, the myBlend high-concentration skin care products selected on the basis of personal skin type and skin problem diagnosis results will be combined with the facial massage process exclusively designed by Chantal Lehmann, an expert in lifting massage techniques, and the most bipolar and Safe technologies such as monopolar radiofrequency, microcurrent stimulation, LED technology or low/high temperature deeply stimulate the natural mechanisms of the skin to promote its own regeneration. Cells become healthier and stronger, making skin look more radiant and youthful.
Spa by Valmont
As we all know, The Hazelton Hotel in Toronto is one of the hotels most often chosen by celebrities and stars. Spa by Valmont, which is connected to the swimming pool, sauna and gym in the hotel, can be said to be a one-stop relaxation destination, even if you don't leave the hotel, it can also be used as a day-long pastime. Along with the launch of Valman's latest Luminosity series and firming V-Frim series, the Luminosity of Ice and Firmness of the Hills facial treatments exclusively designed for Spa by Valmont came into being. The Luminosity of Ice Facial begins with a gentle yet thorough cleanse by removing make-up, purifying and exfoliating. Effectively improve skin texture and radiance through facial reflexology-based massage therapy combined with spa-specific products. Firmness of the Hills focuses on unique massage techniques. Through specially designed gestures such as pushing, pressing and kneading, combined with high-concentration lifting and firming essence, it deeply stimulates the skin and accelerates cell metabolism. Any facial treatment at Spa by Valmont can be added with collagen repair mask treatment, which uses pure natural collagen and water-soluble mucopolysaccharide formula to strengthen the natural function of the skin and help the skin restore its natural elasticity, plumpness and radiance.
Guerlain Spa
The welcome room decorated with marble and gold details and the rest area with the view of Lake Ontario are different from many spas that choose to use a completely private layout to create a sense of "hidden in the world". The bright and open public space of the Guerlain Spa at Hotel X in Toronto Zones that invigorate the mind and body while relaxing. The use of golden tones is also a tribute to Guerlain’s Paris flagship store opened at 68 Champs-Elysées. Adhering to the pursuit of excellence in skin care since the brand was founded in 1828, Guerlain cooperates with global beauty experts to combine recognized effective traditional massage with innovative nursing techniques, reflecting the fusion of old and new. The openness of the public area of Guerlain Spa in Toronto is in stark contrast to the quiet and private treatment rooms inside. The multi-sensory experience is opened through the selection of the main fragrance after entering the treatment room. In addition to facial treatments tailored to different skin types, needs, and lifestyles, the body care at Guerlain Spa may be the more surprising part. For example, the Whisper of Ouessant treatment launched by Hotel X Guerlain Spa not long ago simulates the daily scenes of Ouessant Island in France through customized sound effects – waves lapping on the rocks, cool rainy season, exploring the island by bike, dancing crowd… When the physiotherapist Exclusive hot and slow techniques combined with hot or cold massage tools are perfectly matched with the soothing or lively atmosphere presented by the background music. The ups and downs process brings immersive sensory stimulation to the body, and the mind seems to have reached the other side of the ocean , conducted an in-depth experience tour of Uesan Island.
Stillwater Spa
The Park Hyatt in Toronto's Yorkville area reopened about a year ago after years of renovations. In this summer, the long-awaited Stillwater Spa of Park Hyatt Hotel also showed a new look. The elegant and simple interior space designed by the Canadian design firm Studio Munge, inspired by Canadian nature, incorporates decorations from domestic designers such as Alissa Coe, creating a quiet oasis full of natural atmosphere. Except for the faintly audible sound of the subway passing by, people will almost forget that they are in one of the most prosperous and luxurious areas in Toronto. Details such as the selection of aromatic essential oils and the type of music played during the body care spa process all explain the stillwater spa's core principle of creating private experience. The aromatherapy products used in Stillwater Spa come from Aromatherapy Associates in London, and are handcrafted in the London laboratory by the brand Master Blender. Using the highest concentrations of natural, organic ingredients, each formula is individually tailored to ensure the gold standard in essential oil blends. As the name of Stillwater Spa indicates, the combined experience of sight, hearing, smell and body touch brings people into a state of mind and body that is as peaceful as still water.
Hammam Spa by Cela
Hamman, that is, the Turkish bath, its history can be traced back to the ancient Roman era. Since the Turks captured Constantinople in the Eastern Roman Empire, the original Roman baths have been gradually transformed into the Turkish baths we understand today. Founder Celine Tadrissi founded Hammam Spa by Céla in 2005. It was the first spa center in eastern Canada to promote Turkish baths at that time. In 2019, Hammam Spa by Céla opened in the Bayview Village branch. The atmospheric metal steps lead people to the main spa space on the second floor. The Turkish pattern design that can be seen everywhere seems to give people the illusion of being in the Middle East. Perhaps due to the Islamic cultural tradition, the Turkish bath pays special attention to the cleanliness of the body. Hammam Spa by Céla offers a variety of unique bathing rituals inspired by the Turkish bath. For us from different cultural backgrounds, these bathing experiences may be curious and daunting, but when you feel the warm marble bed, the rich foam Enveloping the body, cleansing and moisturizing the whole body with almost no dead ends, you will definitely enjoy the feeling of refreshing your body after washing away the dirt. The Céla Seed to Skin Ritual deep cleansing ritual starts with the fresh scented citrus and jasmine foam, and the whole body is wrapped in warm and moist foam, as if covered with a thin, warm cashmere blanket, which is a strange sense of security . Then the beautician used the scrub of Céla, the founder of the spa's own skin care brand, to completely exfoliate the body. The finely ground Amazon cupuaçu seeds in the scrub combine with moisturizing ingredients such as shea butter and deep sea chestnut oil to cleanse the body without causing discomfort. The warm and humid environment helps to open the pores, accelerate the absorption of the cream applied to the whole body at the end of the care, and the skin becomes extremely soft. After finishing this exotic Middle Eastern bath trip, I returned to real life with vitality.
