One of the most luxurious spas in town, the Spa at Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis, has introduced a new product line derived from 100% natural, plant-based ingredients, handmade and produced in small batches in Cork, Ireland.
With personal indulgence or “me time” considered a luxury for those who inhabit the nonstop, 24/7 world of digital connectivity and virtual environments, GROUND Wellbeing products offer an ideal respite with an emphasis on nourishing body and soul, along with a sustainable approach to self-care.
With the arrival of GROUND, the spa has introduced a new treatment menu focusing on ritualistic self-care, from full-body treatments to massages and facials.
The 80-minute Revive Facial Ritual (starting at $295) features a facial stone massage to boost blood circulation, a gua sha sequence to contour and lift, and applications to promote radiance, skin clarity and hydration.
The ritual begins by focusing on calm and relaxation with aromatherapy – a fragrant, refreshing bouquet of lemongrass, lavender and jasmine. Gentle, therapeutic cleansing follows with GROUND’s jojoba facial cleansing oil, applied with restful, circular strokes and soothing hot towels. A satisfying face, shoulder and neck massage comes next, and leads to an exfoliation ritual with a papaya and pineapple scrub applied to the face, neck and décolleté to buff away dead skin cells and detoxify pores.
While the skin absorbs and allows the nourishing ingredients to work their magic, another series of massages is performed on the arms and hands – a moisturizing treatment that concludes with warm mitts, enveloping the hands in a warm cocoon for the duration of the session.
Next, GROUND’s Restorative Face Oil, packed with antioxidants and vitamins, is used to replenish the skin, reinforce its natural protective barrier and provide protection against environmental stressors. An infusion of jasmine and frankincense aids in rejuvenation and balance.
The facial concludes with GROUND’s cooling, balancing aloe vera mist to refresh and awaken the senses, resulting in the most satisfying, dream-like denouement.
Other rituals featuring GROUND Wellbeing products include:
Four Phases Ritual (from $390,105 minutes) guides the body through an immersive journey through the four seasons with exfoliation, cleansing, massage and reflexology, as well as a deep-slumber cocoon wrap for rest and repair.
Restorative Ritual (from $105, 50 minutes) focuses on rejuvenating the five most used areas of the body, complete with exfoliation, therapeutic massage, and head and scalp massage for overall relaxation and wellbeing.
Grounding Massage Ritual (from $300, 80 minutes) puts emphasis on the body’s ability to self-repair and realign with long, flowing massage stroke on the back, feet and areas of the body that are prone to tightness and tension.
Soul Sleep Massage Ritual (from $380, 100 minutes) is a customized treatment that includes delta-wave stimulating melodic tones, breathing exercises, aromatherapy, a foot soak and massage to alleviate exhaustion and burnout and encourage body and mind relaxation.
The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis in downtown St. Louis is open daily, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
