Midori Spa

I was lucky enough to be invited to try out the Midori Salon and Spa in Sandton about two weeks ago and wow was I impressed.  This spa exudes luxury and and style and the moment I walked through the door I was ready to be pampered. The interior of this spa is so beautifully polished that it is easy to see that some serious thought went into the design and overall look and feel to the spa.

After arriving, I was promptly offered refreshments and seated in the waiting area for my treatments.  While waiting for my treatments, I was able to fully observe the spa and its staff. This spa is wifi friendly which is great for social media junkies such as myself.  Their are iPads available all over the spa which you are able to use while waiting for or even during your treatments.  While waiting, the owner, Anisha Patel explained what her thoughts and ideas were for this beautiful spa.  Having successfully won her battle with cancer she has made a lifestyle change to put effort into avoiding harsh chemicals that are damaging on the body and she wanted this to filter into the foundation of the spa.  She decided that she only wanted recyclable materials used to decorate the interior of the spa which she did so successfully honing in on her interior decorating background.  She also only wanted to make use of environment friendly products within its walls.  She promotes all things green and organic which I think is the way everyone should be thinking so I really appreciated this.  She is an incredible and inspiring woman and she is so inviting to everyone that comes through the door of Midori that you would swear she is family.

The spa offers hair styling for all types of hair and it has a beautiful hair care section to be pampered in.  Midori also offer manicures, pedicures, massages, facials, spray tans and V-bar.  Basically, you name it, Midori offers it.  The spa is also big enough to accommodate groups which is perfect for birthdays or bridal parties.  As for my treatments, I had the Hydramemory Facial and a Full Body Massage both of which were done by absolutely wonderful therapists.  Overall, I found the Midori Spa top-notch, if not the best I've ever been to.  I had an incredible experience and I'd recommend it to everyone.

For more details, visit their website here.

Meridian Spa Day Giveaway {Closed}

Last week I was lucky enough to be invited to the Meridian Spa in Bryanston for a Dermalogica Microzone treatment as well as a hand or foot ritual.  I was so excited for a little pampering.  On arrival we were given warm aroma infused towels and wheatgrass shots for refreshment.  The entrance way is absolutely beautiful with a large fish tank and beautiful fish in to give you the water element of the spa and relaxed atmosphere the moment you walk through the door.  

When I was taken on a tour of the spa I was surprised by how large the treatment rooms are.  There is so much space to relax in which I thought was wonderful.  Upstairs their is also a balcony and rest area where you can enjoy moments between treatments.  Here you can have tea or coffee and something sweet to eat.

My treatments were nothing short of amazing.  The therapists are of a such a high calibre and I was so impressed by how well they know their products and their treatments.  I actually came away having learnt a lot about skin products and the ingredients in them.  During my Microzone treatment they were also able to explain which products are to be used in what order because I often get it all confused.  I definitely recommend trying out this spa and if you do, don't forget to mention that you read Arum Lilea!

Now here is where this post gets exciting.  I'm giving away two spa prizes today.  

Prize 1

The Meridian Moments Spa Package. It is a Half Day Package to the Value of R1430.

It will include the following: 

Welcome drink and warm aroma infused towel upon arrival

Signature Dew Drop Ritual

Full body Aromatherpy Massage

Relaxation Lounge/Organic Coffee, Tea/Rusks

Hand or Foot Ritual (excludes paint)

Indian Head Massage

Refreshments and Amarula Choccies upon Departure

Prize 2

Dermalogica Body Therapy Favorites Kit. 

This includes a travel size Dermalogica Conditioning Body Wash, Body Hydrating Cream & Stress Relieve Treatment to the value of R550.

To Enter:

All you need to do is follow these two steps:

1.  Follow Meridian Spa on Facebook OR Twitter @meridianspa_za; and

2.  Comment below telling me how you follow Arum Lilea and don't forget to leave your email address.

The winners will be drawn on 18 August 2014. Good luck!