New Scotland-themed spa treatment coming to Lush Spas across the UK
launching nationwide 27th september
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Fresh handmade cosmetics company Lush is launching a new spa treatment, inspired by the Highlands of Scotland.
Launching 27th September, this 60-minute, full body hot stone massage features Highlands spring water, stones carved with ancient Scottish symbols and is choreographed to a soundtrack of Gaelic historical folk songs re-recorded especially for the treatment.
With experiences described as ‘magical’ and ‘like entering another world’, Lush’s secret spas are tucked away above certain shops, offering a number of unique and theatrical treatments, way beyond the average massage – from the cosy, Beatles-themed stretching massage Hard Days Night, to the spellbinding, reflexology-inspired foot and scalp treatment The Spell.
The experience begins with a Scottish stone consultation using 250 million year old Scottish marble, carved with ancient symbols which correspond to various different states of mind. Choose ’the river’ to ebb and flow with life’s twists and turns, ‘simplicity’ to help focus on what matters, or ‘the rainbow’ to embrace hope and joy.
Furze incense scents the treatment room, inspired by the Celtic ritual of ’saining’, when dry branches are burned to cleanse and protect the environment. Designed to connect the client to nature, warm stones are applied and worked at pace across the shoulders, back, arms, legs and feet, aided by a solid massage oil bar infused with mugwort – a Scottish-grown ingredient traditionally used medicinally to settle the nervous system.
’The Highlands’ takes clients on a journey across this magical landscape, beginning in the heather surrounded by nature and birdsong, with the soundtrack and massage movements becoming more rhythmic and vigorous as if hiking up a mountain, until reaching the peak with a burst of fresh air, delivered in the form of cool stones applied gently to pressure points on the face.
Taking inspiration from the rich geological history of Scotland, the hot stones in ‘The Highlands’ are made from natural basalt, commonly found in river beds, used to massage the whole body from head to toe.
The treatment’s soundtrack is inspired by the invigorating spirit of the Highlands and was created to guide clients towards their inner wisdom and peace. Bespoke Gaelic songs are sung by traditional Highlands-based artists, including Scottish folk singers Julie Fowlis and Ewen Henderson. It is also the last piece of work the late musician Simon Emmerson created for Lush, an honoured gift.
The treatment ends with a warming Scottish tea infused with heather, leaving the client feeling comforted and relaxed.
Scotland has such a rich geology; we’re using Scottish stones in this treatment not only for the body, but for our inner wellbeing. Our ancestors 3,000 – 6,000 years ago were carving patterns and symbols into these rocks, and these would often centre around community and connection. What we’re trying to achieve with this treatment is greater connection, to ourselves, to each other and to nature.
The Highlands (60 minutes, £150) will be available at Lush Spa Bath, Birmingham, Cardiff, Covent Garden (London), Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool and Oxford Street (London) and Poole from 27th September 2024.
Book via the Lush app, or by contacting your local spa via phone or email.
About Lush Spa
The Lush Spa is an oasis of calm on the high street, with immersive spa experiences designed to transform, rejuvenate and revive. Lush Spa treatments are all powered by Lush’s fresh, handmade products, combined with soothing touch, exclusive music, and a hint of surprise, to treat the mind and body and leave people feeling their best selves.
UK Lush Spa locations include Bath, Birmingham, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Glasgow City, Leeds, Liverpool, London (Oxford Street) and Poole.
Lush Spa treatments include The Good Hour, Synaesthesia, Tailor Made, The Spell, The Comforter, Hard Days Night Treatment,Tangled Hair, Tales of Bath, Validation Facial, Fresh Facial Highlands and Karma.
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