A flawless complexion is everyone’s greatest desire. Kay Woodward heads to The Spa by Park Hyatt Doha to achieve just that.
Park Hyatt Doha couldn’t be more central if it tried. A stone’s throw from the Corniche, nestled in the heart of bustling Msheireb, Downtown Doha, this five-star luxury hotel is easy to reach from anywhere. I’m particularly looking forward to my facial at The Spa by Park Hyatt Doha today. My skin is in desperate need of some TLC and I suspect this is just the place to find it. My therapist, the lovely Agnes, explains that the Purity of the Alps facial is designed to clean, balance and unify the complexion. Even better, it’s suitable for all ages and all skin types simply because each facial is perfectly tailored to each client’s needs. My skin is a mixture of dehydrated and combination. But it won’t be for much longer.
A fabulous footbath filled with scarlet rose petals is the precursor to the treatment. There are tiny macarons and divine chocolates to nibble while my feet gently soak. Next, I recline on the treatment bed. It’s heated. Wow. And it’s adjustable, which means that as well as being wonderfully warm, I’m more comfortable than I dreamed possible.
Agnes uses a range of sumptuous Valmont products to detoxify and oxygenate. She cleanses and tones, using Valmont’s signature ‘butterfly motion’, sweeping her fingers over my skin again and again. It’s utterly relaxing.
There’s a bespoke face masque – a product duo that targets dry and oily areas. They are unctuously cool and soothing. And then something happens that’s never ever occurred during a facial in my life. I drift off to sleep, only awakening when Agnes whisks away the beautiful Valmont products with her feather-light touch. At the end of a wonderful hour, my face is moisturised and glowing, my fine lines blurred and my skin soft. Finally, a peppermint tea hydrates me.
The Spa by Park Hyatt has five treatment rooms for women and three for men. Their extensive repertoire includes more wonderful facials, body scrubs and de-stressing massages. The surroundings with their pale colours and luxurious fabrics and fittings give a true feeling of relaxation and escape, despite being in the middle of bustling Downtown and I could not have wished for more friendly and expert attention.
The use of the many spa facilities is included in the cost of any treatment. If only I had longer, I’d be able to unwind further in the sauna, steam room or Jacuzzi. There’s even a gym with tempting membership packages. This entire floor is devoted to activities designed to invigorate, energise and relax. It’s for women only, while on the floor above, the facilities are virtually mirrored for men. If you have time, there’s a delightful outdoor pool too.
And if you’d like to leave the Park Hyatt Doha looking your absolute best, simply visit Aldo Coppola next to The Spa. This bright and airy beauty salon has hairdressing stations and a manicure and pedicure lounge that’s the perfect place for a range of nail treatments, from Signature Manicure with gel polish to acrylic nails.
As I slowly make my way back to the real world, I think of the Purity of the Alps facial. It’s said to be the perfect facial for those who’ve never had one before. But once experienced, it won’t be the last.
For more information or make a booking,
please call The Spa by Park Hyatt Doha on 4009 1234.
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