Two of my favourite treatments on offer here at The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel are the Modern Alchemy Rituals, because of how unique they are. In fact, they are only available at a limited number of spas in the UK! But what are they?
Modern alchemy rituals draw inspiration from ancient global traditions and a collective desire for deeper connection and compassion – towards ourselves, others, and the natural world. By blending ancient Ayurvedic healing, Chinese medicine, and shamanic practices, these rituals take you on a transformative, sensual journey to realign the delicate balance between skin, body and mind.
The Spa at Bedford Lodge Hotel offers two 90-minute ESPA Modern Alchemy treatments:
- The Modern Alchemy Harmonising Ritual
Influenced by the power and symbolism of the full moon, this deep meditative journey is defined by the fluid circularity of its massage movements.
- Foot Bathing Ceremony: Begin with a foot bathing ceremony using healing basalt magma stones and Grounding Crystals, gently cleansing your feet.
- Anointing Oil: The Anointing Oil is next smoothed onto your hands in slow circles, softening your skin as you inhale its soothing aroma.
- Kansa Wand Massage: The curvature of the Kansa wand, a time-honoured Indian tool believed to calm the nervous system, creates cycles of infinity over your body. This hypnotic rhythm brings peace of mind, freeing you from thoughts and feelings that no longer serve you.
- Sage Purification: The purifying scent of sage signals the end of your journey, gently bringing your awareness back to your surroundings and leaving you blissfully relaxed and liberated.
- The Modern Alchemy Empowering Ritual
This invigorating journey is influenced by the symbolism of the new moon, a lunar phase representing an awakening of the spirit that invites us to plant new desires and intentions.
- Foot Bathing Ceremony: Start with a cleansing foot bathing ceremony using basalt magma stones and Grounding Crystals, filling the air with a soothing aroma.
- Anointing Oil: Next, the Anointing Oil smooths and nourishes the skin, while swift massage movements flow from your left side to your right, balancing your energy centres.
- Massage Techniques: Long linear strokes and firm pressure work on the base of the muscle tissue to release tension, enhanced by Green Jade rollers—a crystal revered for centuries for its empowering properties.
- Sage Purification: The purifying scent of sage signals the end of your journey, gently bringing your awareness back to your surroundings and leaving you feeling uplifted and revitalised.
Join us now to experience these unique treatments!
Kate x