Want to try some local beauty salons in Myanmar? Great and trust us, you won’t regret the experience. Like other Asians, Burmese are quite adept at providing quality, natural beauty treatments that will leave your skin and hair glowing. While Myanmar people are not very fond of going to spas and salons, as people are more interested in trying natural substitutes like Thanaka and homemade shampoo, check out our top 10 things to do and see in Myanmar. However, if you are looking for a more pampered treatment, head to a spa and leave the rest to them.
Top 5 Must-Try Spas in Myanmar.
Now that you have decided to try a Burmese spa. What are the ones you shouldn’t miss during your visit? When looking for a local spa, you will find quite a few of them present in different corners of the country, especially Bagan, Mandalay, and Yangon, but we don’t want just any spa, do we? You want the best and we want you to have the best.
1. Inya Day Spa
Inya Day Spa is not like an expensive salon, but it is one of those gems that offer premium beauty treatments at reasonable prices. The spa has a beautiful interior and exterior of stunning green garden and fish ponds. Choose one of their signature body massages that come with a full-body scrub package, other treatment options include hot stone treatment and facials that may be a bit pricey, but the Thalgo products they use are a treatment for your skin.
In addition, they also have a stylish nail studio that meets all your manicure needs. The spa also has its own smoothie bar offering delicious and healthy smoothies. Especially the blueberry one, as they are imported from Bangkok, it is definitely worth a try.
2. La Source Beauty Spa
La Source Beauty Spa is a luxury salon and this is quite evident with the way local celebrities keep coming back to it. The spa has recently changed location and is now away from the hustle and bustle of Inya Road. The interior is superb with gorgeous chandeliers and they are planning to have their reception desk inlaid with mother of pearl.
Treatments, especially facials, are state-of-the-art with Declare Paris products and modern high-tech treatment machines. In addition to facials, it also offers a variety of treatments including; L’Oreal Professional hair treatments and services, body wraps, waxing, pedicures, and manicures, and massages. The spa environment is pleasantly calm and is sure to leave you happy and satisfied.
3. Sapel Spa
Probably one of the best-known spas in Myanmar. The Appeal Spa is best known for the traditional Burmese foot spa. It offers, but they are well trained and trained to provide other services as well. The spa is a fresh and new addition to Burmese beauty standards as it is located in the tranquil setting of downtown Chinatown. It has open seating and the staff is trained enough to offer and provide customer service of Western standards. The massage experts are trained by an experienced and professional masseuse who is known for teaching massage techniques for over 25 years. Some of the service packages that are tailored to your bodily needs from head to toe.
4. The spa at The Strand
As the most glorious 5-star hotel, The Strand spa is nothing less than an amalgamation of elegance, luxury, and style. The spa has magnificent colonial ceilings, polished teak floors, and is decorated with unique Burmese antique pieces. The treatment takes place in a private room lit by candles; And a relaxing bath with rose petals and a blend of four aromatherapy massage oils and also your choice, things can’t get any better.
The spa offers only three types of treatments, including; Myanmar Massage, Traditional Asian Foot Spa, and The Strand Massage, which is a delicate blend of Eastern and Western techniques. Before starting a massage, you will be asked to complete a form detailing how you want your massage; Deep, firm but relaxing or light. You can take a relaxing bath in your beautiful candlelit bath and bathwater subtly scented with jasmine and rose petals.
5. The Spa Vil’ age
Located near Novotel and Pyay Road, The Spa Vil’age is a recently opened salon operated by Htar Su Nyane and her political activist husband, Thet Swe Win. The spa has everything you need to rejuvenate your mind and body. And with your plans for a healthy juice bar at the spa, things are going to get even better. The spa has a not-so-luxurious interior, as it has simple wooden floors. But it makes up for its modest appearance in its high-quality beauty treatments. They offer a wide range of treatments including facials, hair and other services, massage and body treatments, and expert manicures and pedicures. And what makes the spa even better is that all of these services are offered at reasonable prices.
Unlike any other spa in Yangon, where you can find a ‘beauty expert’ who applies a large number of creams and lotions while giving you a facial, The Spa Vil’ age has a team of trained estheticians who apply the Decleor or Dermalogica products that adapt to your skin. type.
Visiting one of these spas after a long day of site seeing is a great way to detoxify and rejuvenate. Do you know of other spas that offer premium services? Let us know in your comments.
