Palm trees are one of the most ancient and fascinating plants on the planet. Dating back to the time of dinosaurs, palm trees still thrive and provide us with some very powerful medicine. The coconut palm, date palm, saw palmetto, and the oil palm are just four examples of palms that produce substances used in healing. Among these four, the coconut palm produces a fruit which contains mild, meat, and oil; the most powerful part of the three being the coconut oil.
For centuries this tropical fruit has been collected and used for food and medicinal purposes. Really a cocktail of different oils; its benefits can be attributed to the presence or lauric acid , capric acid, in addition to its antimicrobial, antioxidants, antifungal, antibacterial, and soothing properties.
The health benefits of coconut oil includes hair care, skin care, stress relief, maintaining cholesterol levels, weight loss, increased immunity, proper digestion and metabolism, relief from kidney problems, heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes HIV and cancer, dental care, and bone strength… just to name a few.
As one of the best natural sources of nutrition for hair, coconut oil not only helps in healthy growth and a shiny complexion, but when used as a regular massage for the head it can also ensure that the scalp is free of dandruff, lice, and lice eggs, even if your scalp is dry.
Furthermore, coconut oil is an effective moisturizer on all types of skins, including dry skin, making its benefits comparable to that of mineral oil – without the chance of having adverse side effects. With its antioxidant properties, coconut oil also helps in preventing premature aging and degenerative diseases; therefore, it helps with the delaying of wrinkles and sagging skin. Due to its ability to treat various skin problems including psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema and other skin infections it is no wonder that coconut oil forms the basic ingredient of various body and skin care products such as soaps, lotions, creams, et cetera.
Taking all of this into account it should not be a surprise that the coconut fruit and its oil are making and appearance in treatment rooms around the world. Therefor we have included several different treatments that include this fruit and/or its oil as a primary ingredient in hopes to improve your with new thoughts and ideas on how to update or revitalize your service menu.
Elemis Exotic Coconut Rub and Milk Ritual Wrap
$150 for 50 minutes or $220 for 75 minutes
A traditional Balinese recipe with coconut, mungbean, spices, and lavender it polishes the skin while warmed monoi oil and milk bath are drizzled over your clients' body. The natural ingredients work to heal while your client enjoys a relaxing scalp massage. 25 or 50 minute massage included.
MAUNA KEA SPA by MANDARA
Kohala Coast, Hawaii
www.mandaraspa.com
Brazillian Rainforest Body Wrap
$145 for 90 minutes
Allows your clients to experience a heavenly stress-reducing miracle that will renew their mind, body, and soul. This innovative treatment uses propolis, coconut milk, and natural aloe vera. The ingredients included in this wrap soothe the skin with anti-oxidants and form a natural barrier against irritation.
SAHAR'S Salon & Day Spa
West Des Moines, Iowa
www.sahars.com
Hilot Haplos: Coco Cocoa Body Scrub, Coconut Cream Milk Bath & Hilot Massage
PHP 4,900++ for 150 Minutes
Feed your client's skin and relaxes tense muscles with this fresh scrub made from coconut cream and powdered cocoa that is spread over the body. Following the scrub indulge the client in a luscious bath of freshly squeezed warm coconut milk. After the bath a sensationally luxurious Hilot massage, a traditional Filipino treatment, is sure to leave them wanting for more.
The Farm at San Benito, Philippines
Lipa City, Batangas
Philippines
www.thefarm.com
Mana'ia Manicure
$39 for 45 minutes
For hands that show a softer side. This treatment begins with a ritual hand soak in a coconut milk bath which washes away stress and softens and hydrates hands. They will then be treated to an exfoliating hand and arm scrub with a blend of coconut milk, drift nut oils, and ground drift nuts. Next, they will enjoy a warm body butter wrap for their hands and a warm oil massage of their arms leaving them de-stressed, soft, and freshly scented. This treatment is also available as a pedicure.
Greenhaus European Day Spa
Napa, Calif.
www.greenhausspa.com
Royal Coconut Milk and Honey Ritual
$110 for 80 minutes
Indulge your client in a delightful blend of Fijian honey and fresh coconut milk with this Royal Coconut and Honey Ritual. This ritual will hydrate, nourish, and strengthen your client's skin. They will enjoy an exfoliation followed by a wrap to increase firmness and tightness. A Fijian scalp treatment concludes this ritual leaving your client's body soothed and replenished.
Boca West Country Club
Boca Raton, Fla.
www.bocawestcc.org
Coconut Cream Body Glow
$45 for 30 minutes
With the Coconut Cream Body Glow treatment, pineapple extract gently buffs away dull skin leaving your clients body rejuvenated. Coconut milk and a blend of exotic nut oils nourish and hydrate their skin followed by a hydrating mask for a beautifying pick
me up.
Cascada Salon and Spa
Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
www.cascadasalonandspa.com
Tahitian Coconut Body Polish
$89 for 60 Minutes
Let the Tahitian scent of coconut whisk your client away to a stress-free zone. This exotic island treatment combines rich coconut milk, coconut butter, and sea salt in a creamy, skin-smoothing paste. Once enjoyed only by ancient Tahitian island beauties, this coconut milk polishing treatment can be your clients claim to complete skin renewal. Their body will be buffed and smoothed with the delicious coconut milk paste, as their skin is smoothed their tension will melt away.
Spa on the Avenue
White Marsh, Md.
www.spaontheave.com
Balinese Coconut Bamboo
$60 for 30 minutes
The inspiration for this treatment comes from Indonesia where coconut has been used traditionally as a skin moisturizer. This is a very reinvigorating scrub; first your clients' body is drizzled with organic virgin coconut oil and then gently scrubbed with Uhma's exclusive Coconut Bamboo Polish, leaving it unbelievably revitalized and soft. Please note: This polish contains walnut shells.
UHMA ORGANIC SPA & GREEN SHOP
Miami Beach, Fla.
www.uhmaspa.com
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