In full bloom

Our second time at i spa, we had no doubt that the following two and a half hours would be anything but divine. Despite their range of new promotions, we were most enticed by the Spring Package, packed with a marine salt scrub, a Chiang Mai green tea body wrap, an invigorating massage and a choice of either a free floral hotspring bath or Jurlique Basic Facial. All for just 1380 yuan.

We began with a quick foot wash, followed by a relaxing 10 minutes in our private steam room, so relaxing that we began wondering how much it would cost to have one of these indulgences installed in our own homes. Next, was our marine salt scrub which, designed to exfoliate and purge the skin of toxins, did exactly as it was meant to do as we were soon gawking at our silky skin.

A quick shower later and it was on to the hour-long green tea mask, rich in vitamins and healing agents to provide intensive nourishment for our skin. Our first body wrap, we weren’t sure what to expect, and we quickly found ourselves wrapped in saran wrap, enveloped in a blanket and covered with a thick white comforter. Secure in our cocoon, our therapist then set to work on a calming head massage before quietly leaving us to doze in peace. Minutes passed and upon our therapist's return, we were politely prompted off the bed and into the shower, where we emerged visibly refreshed and ready for our invigorating massage. Designed to energize the body and mind, we actually felt more relaxed and carefree, but no complaints there. All in all, a divine experience and, while we didn’t try either of the complimentary options, if the rest of the package and past experience area any indicators, they're sure to be nothing short of amazing.

Where: All i spa locations

Web: http://www.ispa.cn