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The word "spa: literally means solus per aqua or health by water. It is taken from the town of Spa in Belgium, which was one of the first places to recognize the healing properties of mineral rich water. Many early health care systems also viewed water as the basis of wellbeing. The Egyptians believed in waters sacred properties, in traditional Chinese medicine water is essential to restoring harmony and is the carrier of qi (life energy) and similarly in Indian Ayurveda water is the medium by which prana (life force) travels within the human body. 
Today, the term spa refers to a place you visit to relax, recharge and refresh yourself. A spa treatment almost always involves water and includes a massage. Given that 85 percent of illnesses are stress-induced, massage is increasingly used as both preventative and therapeutic treatment to combat the effects of stress as well as to increase relaxation.
 Allow Bangkok Recorder to take you on a journey into the healing legacy of Thailand beginning with a series of spa immersions in Bangkok. In Thailand, healing is a legacy with a history of traditional holistic medicine with an emphasis on harmony within the body and nature. You will find that today's spas offer a variety of healing techniques; traditional, modern and International throughout each the essence remains the same compassion, loving kindness, vicarious joy and mental equanimity.
Minimal Urban Retreat...
Tucked in the middle of a shaded sub soi, just off bustling Sukhumvit Road Off lies a minimal day spa, Urban Retreat Spa. Upon entering, immediately you understand there is no simpler way to indulge yourself than a visit to this sanctuary. Their menu of heavenly spa treatments is comprised of soothing massages, beautifying facials, detoxifying scrubs and rejuvenating body masks to impart a healing break from your everyday routine. Urban Retreat Spa presents a space of calm where men and women can fulfill their need for tranquility. Calming music, aromatherapy candles and relaxation area are among the features that further improve your health and leisure.  The infusion of light and air incorporated into the design of the space guides you into an open and welcoming space. The reception area is pristine with polished white tiled floors and furniture constructed of clean lines, sea foam green cotton cushions and décor accents add a soft touch. The structure of the building graciously combines indoor and outdoor elements through incorporating large glass panels as walls of the spa. The second floor is a corridor of Traditional Thai massage rooms with white flowing cotton drapes, fresh white cotton covered floor mats and a standing separate shower room. In the private treatment rooms sliding wood panels cover the windows to allow patrons a choice of shaded or sunlit treatments and include a hydro bathtub.
 The most popular treatments are the Urban Touch Massage a warm oil massage that combines a variety of massage techniques; Indonesian, Maldives and Indian Ayurveda. Therapist divide the body along the center line and use stretching, long strokes, skin rolling with palm and thumb pressure to ensure you gain balance, relieve tension, improve circulation and a overall feeling of wellbeing. Fusing detoxification and aromatherapy, the 3G Scrub made of an invigorating mixture of ginger, green tea and ginseng is applied to the body in circular motions. Deep exfoliation entices a tropical beach glow from the skin that can fade away when encapsulated daily in smog and city pollutants. The Re-hydrating Facial treatment is a compliment for all skin types. It raises the moisture level in the skin to reduce the appearance of fine line in addition to softer look. Proper skin function is reintroduced with a double masque once peeled off skin is fresher, brighter and healthier.
With quality treatments, a knowledgeable staff and an minimal yet open environment Urban Retreat Spa extends a calm oasis in the heart of the bustling metropolis. An a la carte refreshing treatment range from 300 Baht to 1,600 Baht and an afternoon of serendipitous serenity via a variety of packages range from 1,800 Baht to 3,000 Baht.
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