February 5, 2025
Our newest spa service is now open! We’re excited to announce the opening of our head spas, the latest luxury spa service available at City Looks by Visage in Winnipeg. Head spas are a new, luxurious, and state-of-the-art service that combines massage, haircare, and aromatherapy in one to provide the ultimate scalp, hair, and mind rejuvenation. But, what exactly is a head spa, how does it work, and how does it differ from traditional spa services, like facials or scalp massages?
Today, you’ll learn all about head spas, the steps involved in the treatment, the benefits, and how to book your first appointment with one of our skilled therapists. It’s 2025 and it’s about time you tapped into a more relaxed and rejuvenated version of you. Get a head start this year — Hit the head spa.
What are Head Spas?
Head spas are a state-of-the-art service that combine massage, haircare, and aromatherapy to create a unique blend of scalp care, relaxation, and stress relief. First, picture the sink at your hairdressers. Next, picture a massage table. Now, combine those two together and voila — You’ve got a head spa!
Let’s not get ahead of ourselves though (see what we did there). Here’s what you can expect during your head spa appointment.
Head Spa Treatment Process
Arrival & Consultation
When you arrive for your first head spa appointment, we perform an initial scalp consultation to provide you with the most personalized experience possible. During this step, we dive deep into your areas of concern and pinpoint solutions specifically formulated from our digital questionnaire. With this advanced digital platform combined with your personalized information we curate a line of Naturaltech products that are formulated to prevent and resolve the most common skin and hair conditions.
Opening Tranquility Ritual
We set the tone of your head spa appointment with a relaxing tranquility ritual that involves a light massage with essential oils. You’ll be wrapped in warm towels while we work to relieve the stress in your head, neck, shoulders, and arms. During this step, we encourage you to let your mind go and enjoy the moment.
Scalp Massage
Once your body and mind are relaxed, we begin the head spa treatment with a soothing scalp massage. We apply a refreshing essential oil (like Japanese Mint) and gently massage the product into your scalp and hair. We use a 28 finger massage technique to stimulate blood circulation in the scalp while creating a soothing and relaxing environment.
Initial Facial Cleanse
We lather and cleanse your face with a refreshing blend of Essential Milk to remove any dirt, grease, or build-up in your skin’s pores. If you wear eye makeup, we’ll use this time to remove it with your permission using a hot towel.
Hair Toner & Treatment
During the treat and tone step of your appointment, we spray your hair with an essential toner, while gently blotting your hair. This process will increase your hair’s natural shine while boosting any faded colours. If your hair is dyed or it’s feeling a little dull, this is perfect for you!
Nourishing Shampoo
Once your scalp and hair are treated with toner, we begin shampooing to remove any product build-up and clogged pores. This step of your head spa appointment is one of the most important because it promotes the growth of new and healthy hair. We apply a specific scalp shampoo based on your initial questionnaire to target your concerns.
Scalp & Hair Booster
Based on your consultation, we tailor and mix a personalized blend of serum base and booster for your hair and scalp. We section your hair to ensure the product is being applied evenly and correctly. This part feels exceptional. The sensation of stimulating booster running down your scalp will feel refreshing and invigorating. It’s almost like your scalp has had a cup of coffee!
Steam Therapy Facial
While the toner and booster is applied to your hair and scalp, we apply a refreshing Hydramemory or Recover Touch facial mask. Once the mask is applied, we cover your head comfortably with a steam cover and adjust the machine’s steam output to your desired comfort level. You’ll be wrapped in a delicate layer of steam while the face mask and scalp serum work their magic.
Upper-Body Massage
While your facial mask is applied and the steam cover is on, we massage a nourishing blend of tranquility or body cream into your shoulder, arms, and hands. This light massage combined with the comforting embrace of warm steam will make you feel like you’re floating on the fluffiest clouds.
Hair & Skin Mask Removal
After your nourishing massage, we remove your mask with a hot towel and finish the facial with Hydramemory Light Sorbet Cream to refresh and moisturize your skin. We remove the blend of serum base and booster from your hair and scalp with a gentle 3-minute rain shower. The rainfall portion of the appointment is typically every patients favourite part.
Condition & Rinse
We apply extra conditioner and let it sit for 3-minutes. We then rinse and remove the conditioner with a relaxing rainfall shower and hose off the hair and scalp to remove any excess product build-up. Alas, your appointment is almost done — sigh.
Hair Sealer
We then apply a nourishing sealer to your scalp that is left in after rinsing. This sealer helps to boost shine and keep your hair and scalp moisturized. Your hair will feel noticeably softer for at least a couple days after your appointment.
Closing Tranquility Ritual
We end each head spa appointment with a relaxing tranquility ritual that includes a combination of essential oil and light touch massage on the neck, shoulders, arms, and hands.
5 Benefits of Head Spa Services
Improve Dry, Itchy, & Flakey Scalp
Healthy hair starts with a healthy scalp. Over time, product buildup, excess oil, and dead skin can clog your hair follicles, leading to irritation and even hair thinning. A head spa treatment deeply cleanses your scalp, removing impurities while nourishing the skin with hydration and essential nutrients. Regular sessions can help reduce dryness, itchiness, and flakes, leaving your scalp balanced and rejuvenated.
Get Softer, Smoother, & More Vibrant Hair
A head spa can help improve your hair’s texture, strength, and manageability. Treatments like scalp massages and our lineup of specialized Davines serums encourage better nutrient absorption, giving your hair the hydration and care it craves. The result? Softer, smoother, and more vibrant hair.
Relieve Stress & Anxiety
A head spa isn’t just for your scalp—it’s for your soul. Stress can wreak havoc on your body, and a dedicated head spa session is the perfect way to unwind. Our therapists use rhythmic movements during the scalp massage portion of your appointment to stimulate pressure points that promote relaxation and calm. You’ll leave both looking and feeling good.
Increase Blood Circulation
Your scalp is home to a network of blood vessels that deliver oxygen and nutrients to your hair follicles. Poor circulation can lead to weaker hair growth and dull-looking strands. Our head spa treatments incorporate gentle massages and steam therapy to boost blood flow to the scalp. This increased circulation encourages stronger, healthier hair growth and helps your scalp maintain its natural balance. It’s like giving your hair a jumpstart from the roots!
Detoxify your Hair & Scalp
Every day, your scalp encounters a mix of challenges, from environmental pollutants to residue left behind by styling products. Over time, these build up, blocking hair follicles and diminishing scalp health.
A head spa service acts as a detox for your scalp, purging impurities and resetting the foundation for healthy hair. Our therapists use deep-cleansing masks and purifying treatments to strip away residue while replenishing your scalp with nourishing oils. This creates a fresh, healthy, and natural moisture barrier for your head, scalp, and hair.
We Use Sustainable Products by Davines
We take our products seriously, which is why we’re pleased to use Naturaltech products by Davines, a sustainable and ethically sourced beauty brand. We love Davines products because they’re designed for ALL skin types — sensitive or not. Davines uses natural ingredients to create a blend of soothing shampoos, oils, and scrubs that stimulate the scalp to promote stronger and healthier hair.
During your initial consultation and questionnaire, we’ll target specific areas of concern, like dryness, strength, volume, and shine with a specific lineup of products built just for you.
Are Head Spas for You?
With a special focus on the head, hair, and scalp rejuvenation, the head spa is the perfect treat for those who:
- Battle with dandruff, dry hair, or dead hair.
- Wear headgear regularly (helmets, hats, headbands, masks, and bandanas)
- Wear wigs, hair pieces, or religious/cultural coverings
- Wear products like hair spray, gel, mousse, mud clay, etc.
- Work/live in a high-stress environment
- Work/live in a loud environment
How Do I Book a Head Spa Appointment?
Book an appointment online or call our City Looks location at 204-900-6011 to reserve your spot with one of our experts.
