Wellness Library
Plain explanations of every treatment we offer — what it is, what actually happens, and how to choose. Written and reviewed by our own practitioners.
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Your First Massage: What to Expect
Everything nobody tells you before a first massage — what you undress to, how draping works, whether to talk, and what to…
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What Happens During a Facial, Step by Step
A stage-by-stage walkthrough of a professional facial — including extractions, what your skin looks like afterwards, and when to book before an…
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What Happens During a Head Spa, Step by Step
A complete walkthrough of a 90-minute head spa at Lotus Signature Retreat — from arrival to the blow-dry.
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What Is Deep Tissue Massage?
Deep tissue works slowly into the deeper muscle layers. Here is how it differs from a firm Swedish massage, and how sore…
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What Is Foot Reflexology?
Reflexology applies sustained pressure to mapped points across the feet. It is not the same as a foot massage — here is…
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What Is Cupping Therapy?
Cupping applies suction cups to the skin to lift the tissue. Here is what the session involves, what the circular marks mean,…
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What Is Gua Sha?
Gua sha uses a smooth-edged tool drawn firmly across oiled skin. The body and facial versions are very different treatments — here…
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What Is Tuina? (Chinese Therapeutic Massage)
Tuina is the hands-on bodywork branch of traditional Chinese medicine — and the technique behind our signature Lotus Touch Therapy.
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What Is a Japanese Head Spa?
A full explanation of the Japanese head spa — what the treatment involves, how long it takes, what it costs, and how…