An Oceanside Sanctuary Among Montego Bay Spas

Escape to a tranquil realm of relaxation and rejuvenation within the lavish ESPA at The Palmyra, a Solis Resort & Spa. Just as Jamaica has a melange of cultural influences, our Montego Bay spa treatments are a unique fusion of diverse European, Asian and Ayurvedic healing philosophies. Restore energy levels as you achieve tranquility and balance through a range of holistic treatments. Benefit from exceptionally natural, high quality skin care products, therapeutic aromatherapy oils, revitalizing seaweeds, and cleansing muds. These amenities, combined with the exceptional skill of trained spa technicians, have resulted in the creation of an innovative new destination among Montego Bay Jamaica spas. Enjoy each journey on your own or together in a private spa suite.

• ESPA Signature Journeys
• The Palmyra Spa Suite
• ESPA Intensive Facials
• ESPA Advanced Facials
• ESPA Essential Massage
• ESPA Ultimate Body Wraps
• ESPA Essential Body Focus

ESPA JOURNEYS

Herbs and tropical plants found in Jamaica have been used as part of the local healing herbal traditions to help restore harmony to the skin and body. Inspired by these natural and indigenous ingredients, we have created signature journeys that evoke a true feeling of this Caribbean Island while generating outstanding results for mind and body. Each journey can be enjoyed on your own or together in a private spa suite.

All Journeys over 4 hours include a healthy lunch served in our outdoor Wellbeing Terrace.

Enjoy a deeply relaxing Caribbean treatment experience featuring the health benefits of coconuts which have been used throughout the Caribbean to deeply condition, calm and nourish the driest of skins.

• Welcome Foot Ritual
• Sea salt and coconut oil scrub
• Facial Cleanse
• Coconut Milk bath soak
• Deeply relaxing head massage
• Relaxing Aromatherapy massage with coconut oil

This warming treatment experience helps to ease deep-seated tension and restore balance to body and mind. Using many of the ingredients found on the island of Xaymaca (Jamaica) to revitalize the skin, this journey will create an overall sense of wellbeing.

• Welcome Foot ritual
• Aloe and Spearmint Body Scrub
• Facial Cleanse
• Tropical Bath Soak
• Ginger herbal body wrap to ease muscle aches and pain
• Full Body Massage using herbal and plant essences together with coconut oil
• Deeply relaxing head massage

Using the finest quality sea plants and sun dried sea water to re-mineralize the skin and detoxify the body, this signature journey combines deep detoxifying treatment techniques with a unique massage using warm seashells to soothe tension and encourage the elimination of toxins.

• Welcome Foot Ritual
• Sea Salt and Oil Scrub
• Seaweed Bath Soak
• Marine Mud or Algae Body Wrap
• Deeply relaxing head massage
• Sea Shell Body Massage
• Purifying Facial
• Wellbeing Lunch

Chakras are the seven subtle energy centers in the body, which affect our equilibrium and inner harmony. Recognized in ancient philosophies, blocked and congested Chakras can affect the body and mind both emotionally and physically. This is an intensive total body journey to allow the body to restore energy levels and find balance.

• Welcome Foot Ritual
• Full body skin brushing
• Sea salt and oil scrub
• Bath Soak
• Sea Massage (shells) or Earth Massage (stones)
• Deeply relaxing head massage

THE PALMYRA SPA SUITE – Private Spa

The Private Spa is the ultimate personal Spa experience to be experienced on your own or for couples, friends, or family wishing to retreat together in total privacy. Your experience begins on an outdoor terrace with views of the Rose Hall enclave and continues into the private suite where the two of you will enjoy a steam room, shower and deep soaking bath prior to beginning your treatments in a spacious double suite. The Private Spa experiences may be extended to include additional hours of therapy or relaxation time.

PRIVATE SPA RETREAT - 3 hours

• Full use of Spa Facilities
• One hour of private spa time
• Freshly prepared Spa teas and exotic fruits
• Two hours of ESPA treatment of choice
• Healthy Spa lunch

PRIVATE SPA ESCAPE - 4 hours

• Full use of Spa Facilities
• One hour of private spa time
• Freshly prepared Spa teas and exotic fruits
• Three hours of ESPA treatment of choice
• Healthy Spa lunch

PRIVATE SPA ROMANCE - 3 hours

A romantic interlude for you and your significant other performed in our luxurious private spa suite. Suitable to celebrate special moments in your life or private time together, with no external influences or interruptions. Memories of this time together are sure to linger.

• Full use of Private Spa Facilities – 30 minutes
• Freshly prepared Spa teas and exotic fruits
• Welcome hand and foot ritual
• Full body scrub
• Facial Cleanse
• Bath Soak
• Sea (shells) Massage or Earth (stones) Massage
• Deeply relaxing head massage

ESPA INTENSIVE FACIALS

Designed to naturally improve the condition of the skin and enhance its appearance. Each facial includes specialized triple-cleansing techniques, gentle exfoliation, acupressure facial massage, an intensive facemask, and hydration. Skin analysis will be given by experienced therapists to determine the ideal facial for each individual's skin.

THE RE-HYDRATOR FACIAL – 1 hour

Ideal for dry, dehydrated, flaky and tired skin, this rehydrating facial is an excellent regenerating boost. Gentle deep cleansing and exfoliation helps the skin to improve the absorption of nourishing and moisturising masks, facial oils, Botanical Rescue Balm and moisturisers, which are specifically chosen for their deeply re-hydrating benefits. This facial leaves the skin smooth, soft, supple and nourished.

THE OIL CONTROLLER FACIAL - 1 hour

Ideal for oily, congested, problematic skin or those suffering from hormonal imbalance.This deep cleansing, oil-controlling facial helps to regulate oil secretions whilst refining open pores. After cleansing with a naturally foaming cleanser made with Yucca, Sugar Beet and Honey, this facial uses products with naturally decongesting and anti-inflammatory ingredients such as Tea Tree and White Thyme to help soothe, calm, rebalance and encourage a clear complexion.

THE DE-SENSITISER FACIAL - 1 hour

A specifically gentle facial for truly sensitive, fragile skins which are prone to redness and irritation. Soothing, de-sensitising natural plant extracts and aromatherapy oils such as Chamomile and Benzoin are used to gently cleanse, nourish and hydrate fragile skins helping to reduce sensitivity and to calm high colour, leaving the skin calmed, nourished and comfortable.

THE SKIN BRIGHTENER FACIAL - 1 hour

This rejuvenating facial is perfect for all skin conditions and particularly when environmental stress, business pressure, illness or lack of sleep can leave you with dull, lifeless, sallow skin.

This facial includes a special application of Skin Brightener, rich in natural AHAs and BHAs from Hawaiian Algae and Meadowsweet; plus other skin regenerating products rich in anti-oxidants, which are skin softening, smoothing, and visibly improve the radiance, appearance and texture of the skin.

ESPA ADVANCED FACIALS

Stress, anxiety, pressure of daily life, and pollution are visibly reflected in the condition of the skin. These specialized treatments take facials beyond cleansing, toning, and moisturizing and bring in progressive manual facial massage and holistic de-stressing. Totally tension relieving, the result is clear, naturally healthy skin, rejuvenated, refreshed, and renewed.

AGE DEFYER FACIAL – 1 hour 30

A totally luxurious regenerating facial treatment especially created to help combat the signs of ageing, and sun damaged skin. Special facial massage techniques for those delicate areas around the eyes, neck, lips and jaw line are combined with the ESPA seriously effective moisturising products, rich in natural anti-oxidants, and scientifically advanced natural ingredients to hydrate and protect. The anti-ageing, rejuvenating benefits of this treatment visibly improve the appearance of the skin, helping to minimise lines and wrinkles, leaving the skin fresh, revitalized and nourished.

ADVANCED BACK, FACE AND SCALP TREATMENT WITH HOT STONES – 1 hour 30

A powerful stress releasing treatment using hot stones to work on deep-seated tension and restore balance to vital energy points. The initial, deep cleansing back exfoliation is followed by the hot stone back massage with essential oils restoring equilibrium to mind and body. Hot stones are placed along spine, shoulders and neck to soothe and relax. The facial includes massage with a deeply nourishing facial oil and the application of an intensive face treatment mask, tailored to your individual needs. Whilst the mask is taking effect, the oriental head massage takes place to help clear the mind, calm the spirit and ease tension. The result is re-hydrated, nourished and soothed skin combined with a sense of deep relaxation.

ESPA ESSENTIAL MASSAGE

Choose from our luxurious selection of holistic massages. Therapist analysis will ensure that you receive a personalized treatment to suit your individual and specific needs.

ESPA aromatherapy massage is essential, professional and specific, using a blend of individually chosen oils. A personal consultation will ensure that you receive a unique treatment to suit your specific needs. Choose from one of the following intensive massages to relieve physical tension and calm or uplift the spirit.

• DETOXIFIER – using a detoxifying blend of cleansing citrus oils.
• DE-STRESSER – with relaxing and calming essential oils to soothe and de-stress.
• INTENSIVE MUSCLE WARMER – warming and stimulating essential oils ease aches and pains.
• JET-LAG REVIVER – rebalance energy levels with an energising blend or relax into untroubled sleep with soothing essential oils.
• IMMUNE BOOSTER – using a powerful blend of tea tree and eucalyptus essential oils known for their natural anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties.

This sophisticated massage incorporates the use of advanced massage techniques, elbows, forearms and warm stones, to achieve a truly effective deep-tissue massage. Ideal for those who experience deep-seated tension.

A truly traditional massage combining a variety of massage techniques designed to improve your circulation, soothe your muscles and make you more relaxed. The pressure of the massage is tailored to be soft or firm based on your unique needs.

ESPA ULTIMATE BODY WRAPS

Each body wrap includes lymphatic skin brushing, body exfoliation and a warm envelopment of your choice of Algae, Marine Mud, or Oshadi Clay. Ultimate tranquillity is achieved with a mind calming Oriental head massage. The body wrap is designed to comfortably raise the temperature and induce perspiration to help eliminate toxins and increase the effects and absorption of the oils and the wrap.

Choose from the following 1 hour Body Wraps:

• DETOXIFIER – improves circulation and helps the elimination of toxins, excess fluid and the appearance of cellulite.
• BODY TONER – helps to restore skin tonicity – ideal after weight loss or pregnancy.
• SKIN HYDRATOR – ideal for dry or sensitive skin, this wrap deeply nourishes and softens the body.
• MUSCLE RELAXER – a soothing and warming envelopment to ease tension and reduce aches and pains.
• IMMUNE BOOSTER – ideal when resistance is low to help combat the effects of environmental pollution or air travel.
• STRESS RELIEVER – a comforting wrap to restore equilibrium and deeply relax mind and body.
• ENERGY BOOSTER – this refreshing treatment is ideal to uplift and restore energy levels.
• JET LAG REVIVER – after long-haul travel, either soothe and relax or revitalise and energize to balance sleep patterns.

ESPA BODY FOCUS

PRE-NATAL TREATMENT – 1 hour 30

This total body treatment has been carefully designed for those who are expecting or have just had a baby. Taking account of all contra-indications, this treatment avoids the use of essential oils and is a luxurious treat using a Calendula infused oil, Pink Clay Mud and various nourishing creams with advanced massage techniques to safe areas. This treatment improves the tonicity and comfort of the skin and creates a sense of total relaxation.

90 minutes

STIMULATING HIP AND THIGH TREATMENT – 1 hour

This specialised treatment to stimulate the circulatory and lymphatic systems, concentrating on the areas of the body prone to cellulite, fluid retention and uneven skin tone. Following exfoliation with a special blend of seaweed, salt and oil, a deep, detoxifying massage and lymphatic drainage techniques using stimulating essential oils help to purify and cleanse the body. Relevant reflex zones and pressure points on the feet are then activated to leave you feeling totally revitalised. A course of treatments is recommended to maximise the effects.

Restore Balance At The Palmyra's Stunning Montego Bay Jamaica Spa

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