As we gently approach the month of May, there’s only one special day to make important plans for: Mother’s Day. And if our own experience counts, it’s hard to ever refute a pampering day at the spa. There’s no better gift then, for your superwoman in your life—to experience the utmost relaxation, whether in the form of a spa experience or a specialised facial.
While all wellness treatments will revitalise and rejuvenate, full-body spa experiences are some of the most indulgent and intensive forms of self-care, for they allow you to temporarily put life on pause and prioritise for your body and mind in a tranquil, restorative environment. These treatments are particularly thoughtful and considerate gifts for mothers, new or veteran, and can remind them to take time for themselves and prioritise their own wellness in a world that has unrelenting expectations of motherhood.
Just like as any gift, it can be difficult or even impossible to find the right full-body pampering treatment for your mother amongst the endless sea of options as the big day nears. But while purchasing a spa gift card has never been easier, finding the perfect, indulgent experience that meets all of your mum’s needs and preferences will bring joy to you as well. From Gilded Age-inspired sanctuaries to cult-premium skincare with trailblazing technology, here is Vogue Singapore’s list of spa experiences that will have mum thoroughly relaxed and revitalised this Mother’s Day.
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A Pampering Experience For Mum, $280 for 90 minutes at St. Regis Spa
This year, impress mum with an inter-sensorial experience of decadence at the newly-opened St. Regis Spa. Drawing inspiration from the original Iridium Room at the St. Regis New York, where elite society gathered for indulgence and glamour, the escape offers a modern interpretation of decadence and has no trouble living up to the legacy of its beloved predecessor, the Remède Spa.
Designed as a contemporary jewel box radiating with joy and vitality, St. Regis Spa is a sanctuary in Singapore’s bustling downtown. Arrive early with your mum to begin your wellness journey in the healing waters of the spa’s heated plunge pools, or simply to enjoy complimentary sparkling tea and canapés at the celebration bar. Continue the sensorial voyage to escapist relaxation with the bespoke Pampering Experience for Mum, which features a 90-minute massage with tried-and-tested techniques from around the world and tension-easing heat therapy that promises to bring your mind and body back to a state of harmony.
This offer is valid from May 1st to May 31st, 2024, subject to availability.
St. Regis Spa at The St. Regis Hotel, 29 Tanglin Road, Singapore, Singapore 247911
Contact: +65 6506 6896
Opening hours: Mondays to Sundays from 10am to 9pm
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Proionic™ Body, $568 for 30 minutes at Porcelain spa
It’s safe to say that all mothers, new or veteran, have had the unfortunate encounter with a tight or stiff lower back after a long day. And while proper posture and ergonomic tools can offer some relief, nothing beats a deeply revitalising treatment like the Porcelain Spa’s Proionic™ Body. Combining the intensely restorative properties of its signature Prioionic™ Facial treatment, Porcelain’s full-body rejuvenation restores cellular health, repairs deep tissues and relieves muscles and joints with the spa’s unique, patented 448 kHz long wave radio frequency using Spanish medical tech Indiba™.
Promising the invaluable luxury of wholehearted comfort and relaxation for the busy mum, the treatment harnesses the regenerative electromagnetic current of the Indiba™ to activate facial meridian points and improve collagen and elastin density, as well as address both superficial and deep fibrotic tissues throughout the body. Simply relax and allow this treatment to work its magic from head to toe, specifically targeting the lower back area, easing the tension from your mum’s body just in time for her special day.
Porcelain Spa, 290 Orchard Road, #04-48, 238859
Contact: +65 6428 8980
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays from 11am to 9:30pm, Saturdays from 9:30am to 8pm, Sundays from 9:30am to 7pm
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Spa-rty for Mum, $587 for 165 minutes at Ritz-Carlton Spa
Nothing says ‘I love you’ than three luxurious hours in heaven, aka the Ritz-Carlton Spa. The experience begins with an indulgent 60-minute custom ESPA facial, where the therapist will tailor the skincare according to your skin type and skin needs. Is it anti-ageing, brightening, hydrating or soothing you’re after? Let the warm, attentive therapist know. It is followed by a 90-minute Signature Massage that promises to deep dive into all of mom’s (and your) areas of tension to relieve aching muscles and undo the knots with long, firm strokes and kneading. And the cherry atop this spa escapade? Relaxation under the shade of a cabana and a complimentary ESPA Glow Essentials gift set to take home as a memento of her trip to the day spa. Spa goers can also enjoy the amenities like a steam room, sauna, Jacuzzi and mineral pools before or after this 180-minute pampering journey.
The offer is valid from 1 May to 31 May 2024, subject to availability.
Ritz Carlton Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Millenia Hotel, 7 Raffles Avenue, Singapore, 039799
Contact: +65 6434 5203 / [email protected]
Opening hours: Mondays to Sundays from 9am to 11pm
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Jamu Treatment & Bengkung Wrap, $280 for 90 minutes at Kai Spa
Is she new to motherhood? We’ve got you. Vogue insiders know that Kai Suites, Singapore’s first luxury confinement hotel is the destination for premium post-partum care. And, just like Kai Suites which positively radiates oft-unseen levels of care and hospitality on its guests, Kai Spa, a tranquil, three-room haven is nothing short of healing for weary bodies, whether they be in the throes of pregnancy or beyond. One needn’t be a guest of the hotel to experience this hidden gem of a spa which incorporates traditional Malay and Swedish techniques in its pre-natal and post-natal body massages with modern, tech-led aesthetic treatments such as its non-invasive BTL Emsella device for to strengthen the pelvic floor and promote overall intimate health.
The Jamu Treatment & Bengkung wrap nurtures the body and spirit with traditional Southeast Asian post-natal healing practices. The treatment incorporates the rejuvenating power of Jamu, a herbal paste originating from Indonesia that is applied to the abdomen to detoxify, reduce fluid retention, and diminish fat deposits, alongside the customisable comfort of Bengkung, an ancient Malay manual binding technique that reduces water retention, provides postural support to to the spine, and strengthens abdominal muscles for a truly restorative experience.
Kai Spa at Kai Suites, 26 Dunearn Rd, Singapore 309423
Contact: +65 8855 6183 / [email protected]
Opening hours: Mondays to Sundays from 8:30 to 7:30pm
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Super Vibrator, $260 for 60 minutes at Spa Esprit
Whether your mum needs to realign her chakras or could just use a treatment that melts both physical and mental stress, this multi-sensory experience combines the best of Hawaiian Lomi-Lomi and Thai stretch massage techniques with Spa Esprit‘s very own brand of good vibes that will leave guests rested and feeling deeper levels of peace as they emerge from their 60-minute treatment. The restorative experience begins with an EPS (Emotional Positioning System) reading which uses her fingerprints to map out her personal energy blueprint, assessing any energy weaknesses. Does she need a little grounding or could her heart centre need a little extra TLC? The results of the EPS reading then guide Spa Esprit staff to prescribe the most appropriate treatments and essential oils for the experience. In strategic moments during the body massage, the therapist will play a Himalayan singing bowl on the back and abdomen where vibrations and soundwaves will resonate and reverberate throughout the body. It could be the twinkle of the tingsha bells or the overall wave-like moves of the therapist as she massages your body, but it’s fair to say nothing will help you sleep better than an encounter with the Super Vibrator.
Spa Esprit, 501 Orchard Road, #03-19, Singapore 238880
Contact: +65 6479 0070
Opening hours: Mondays to Sundays from 10am to 9pm
