We went on the search for six of the most luxurious and indulgent pamper parlours around Canberra.
Sibu Beauty:
Sibu Beauty in Nicholls, Gungahlin is a local gem. The staff at Sibu think it is important for people to take time out of their busy schedules and receive some pampering every once in a while. The therapists are trained to a high standard and believe that it is all about creating an experience for the customer.
Why we love Sibu: For a treatment that is hard to beat, Sibu Beauty offers their signature Pure Fiji Body Polish. Warm coconut milk is drizzled over your skin, followed by a nice warm shower. Your skin is then exfoliated with sugar rub and finished off Pure Fiji Body Butter massaged onto your body. The secret to the body butter? Coconut oil, skekinut oil, macadamia oil and vitamin E. This massage is one-hour long and costs $90.
A: Unit 27, Nicholls Shops, Kelleway Ave Nicholls
P: 6241 4115
W: www.sibubeauty.com.au
Avida Aesthetic & Wellness Clinic:
Avida is a one-stop shop for face and body treatments. The team at Avida specialise in advanced cosmetic procedures, non-surgical treatments and massage.
The therapists all pride themselves on being extremely qualified and the fact they focus on client’s individual needs. Avida is located at the bottom of the Glebe Park Apartments.
Why we love Avida: All treatments are customized to the client and their skin type. Have one or as many procedures as you would like. Why not have a prescription facial customized to suit your skin, treatment for cellulite, a Hot Bamboo Fusion massage and a manicure. You can have it all done in one go and return over several sessions. Prices start at $150.
A: 187/15 Coranderrk St, Canberra
P: 6249 1848
W: www.avidaclinic.com.au
Essence Beauty:
Essence Beauty in Griffith and Woden are the epitome of luxury. As soon as you walk in the door, be blown away by the delicious fragrances, the relaxing atmosphere and prepare yourself to be pampered.
The team at Essence pride themselves on giving clients the best possible experience, with the highest quality products on the market. Essence therapists want clients to see the results long after they leave the salon.
The rooms at the salon are spacious, private and luxurious and while they specialise in luxury facial treatments, most beauty treatments are available.
Why we love Essence: Essence Beauty at the Griffith salon have an Omniux machine – a LED light therapy machines that targets different depths of skin, depending on the client. The first light targets the surface of the skin, improving pigmentation and lines and the second light targets the deeper layers of the skin which is good for improving lines, wrinkles and lifts the face. Prices vary.
A:4 Barker St, Griffith Shops, Griffith & 4 Irving St Woden
P: 6295 0276 & 6162 1600
W: www.essencebeauty.com.au
Trisensa Luxury Spa:
Five weeks ago, the new luxury spa Trisensa opened their doors in Kingston. Trisensa is a luxury Asian spa concept where they focus on massages and body treatments.
They use a handmade skincare product called Eminence, which comes from Hungary, is organic and is exclusive to Trisensa.
The therapists are Australian and Thai trained and offer exceptional service.
Why we love Trisensa: For the ultimate relaxing indulgence, the Trisensa Experience can provide just that. It goes for 90 minutes and is comprised of a one-hour body massage of your choice and a 30 minute foot reflexology massage using organic apricot and mimosa champagne massage oil. The Trisensa Experience is $130.
A: 3/27 Kennedy St, Kingston
P: 6161 3918
W: www.trisensa.com.au
Erica’s Aesthetics:
Erica’s Aesthetics in Kingston is a luxury beauty salon situated in the heart of Kingston near Green Square. The salon has a European influence and has a warm and relaxing atmosphere.
Erica’s offers an extended range of beauty treatments from eyelash extensions and perms to cosmetic tattooing and the therapists have all had more than 10 years experience in the industry.
Why we love Erica’s Aesthetics: To rejuvenate skin and feel refreshed, the Green Peel is the way to go. It is a non-surgical, all natural face lift which eradicates spots, wrinkles, layers and pigmentation. The peel is made up if 10 herbs and seeps deeply into the pores to clean the skin from the inside out. Prices start from $179.
A: 45 Jardine St, Kingston
P: 6162 4199
W: www.ericasaesthetics.com
Beauty Bar International
Beauty Bar in Jamison specialise in Dermalogica Skincare Facials which assist in eradicating ageing, acne and hydration and they can treat anyone’s skin. For those that want something more relaxing, they also offer waxes, tints, manicures, pedicures and spray tanning.
Why we love Beauty Bar: To really pamper your face, the Deluxe one and a half hour facial is perfect. The facial includes an eyebrow wax, eyelash tint, one-hour facial and a hair shampoo and blow wave at the end of the treatment. The cost is $110.
A: Shop A08 Jamison Plaza, Macquarie
P: 6253 4488
W: www.bentleysofcanberra.com.au
