Words by Aude Camus
Exclusive to Hong Kong Madame readers: Book The Escape Head Spa at Iyara by 30 November 2025, and mention Hong Kong Madame for a 50% off the original HK$850 price.
As the temperature finally drops in Hong Kong and the days take on that crisp, cooler edge, I’m embracing every excuse to slow down and indulge in a little cosy wellness. With festive season around the corner, it feels like the perfect moment to carve out some me-time before the city fills with holiday frenzy. For me—less than two months left of maternity leave—every spa visit is a rare opportunity to soak up calm, reset, and enjoy some indulgent downtime. This month, I’ve discovered two treatments that tick all the boxes: restorative, rejuvenating, and perfectly timed for November.
The Escape Head Spa with Hair Blow Dry — Iyara
If, like me, you think the head massage at a hairdresser’s is the best part of the experience—but far too fleeting—this Vietnamese-inspired head spa at Iyara will feel like pure bliss. The session begins with a soothing scalp cleanse, followed by 10 different head, shoulder, and leg massage techniques, enhanced with aromatic oils, steam, and water ring therapy. It’s a full sensory experience: gentle yet thorough, with centuries-old techniques rooted in Vietnamese medicine and holistic wellness, blended seamlessly with modern spa elements.
I left feeling lighter, calmer, and oddly energised, with a renewed sense of circulation and mental clarity. It’s a treatment that doesn’t just care for your hair—it cares for your mind. Add in the professional blow-dry at the end, and you walk out with a polished look and a reset that lasts hours. I would recommend this to anyone craving more than a standard hair wash, especially if a few minutes of scalp massage just isn’t enough for you.
Duration & Price: 60 minutes — HK$850
Where: Iyara Central Spa, 1/F, 26 Cochrane Street, Central
JLO GLOW Deluxe Hydrafacial - Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
I left feeling lighter, calmer, and oddly energised, with a renewed sense of circulation and mental clarity. It’s a treatment that doesn’t just care for your hair—it cares for your mind. Add in the professional blow-dry at the end, and you walk out with a polished look and a reset that lasts hours. I would recommend this to anyone craving more than a standard hair wash, especially if a few minutes of scalp massage just isn’t enough for you.
Duration & Price: 60 minutes — HK$850
Where: Iyara Central Spa, 1/F, 26 Cochrane Street, Central
JLO GLOW Deluxe Hydrafacial - Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
Heading into the festive season, nothing beats a glow booster that’s both indulgent and results-driven—and the JLO GLOW Deluxe Hydrafacial does exactly that. Using the “That JLO Glow” serum, this treatment combines deep cleansing, exfoliation, hydration, and LED light therapy with a quadruple-active formula of Olive Leaf Extract, Niacinamide, fermented adaptogens and a proprietary Hydracomplex. The result? Skin that’s plumped, radiant, and perfectly prepped for holiday parties—or just for feeling like yourself again after a hectic week.
I tried this treatment recently at The Mandarin Salon and it immediately left my skin luminous and refreshed, with that subtle yet unmistakable glow that makes you feel like you’ve just stepped off a movie set. If you’re looking for something that feels indulgent but actually works, this is the one to book. For me, it was the perfect pre-festive treat—because let’s face it, a little glow goes a long way when the season gets busy.
I tried this treatment recently at The Mandarin Salon and it immediately left my skin luminous and refreshed, with that subtle yet unmistakable glow that makes you feel like you’ve just stepped off a movie set. If you’re looking for something that feels indulgent but actually works, this is the one to book. For me, it was the perfect pre-festive treat—because let’s face it, a little glow goes a long way when the season gets busy.
Duration & Price: 60 minutes — HK$2,900
Where: The Mandarin Salon, Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong
