Pamper days

We all work hard and sometimes we deserve a pamper day. Whether you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life or you’re looking to get together with the girls – pamper days are the ideal solution for a bit of relaxation and beautifying. You can choose from a number of treatments including massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing and more. Many spas now offer a home service, so you can have a pamper day experience delivered straight to your door to be polished to perfection in the comfort of your own home. Furthermore, stick with Wahanda and we’ll show you the ins and outs of pamper days, as well as brilliant pamper day packages. What’s more, if you're looking to treat a loved one to a pamper day, the Wahanda Spa and Wellness Gift Voucher is the perfect flexible gift - accepted at hundreds of day spas, salons, gyms, yoga studios and fitness centres nationwide.

It is often easy for people to consider a pamper day to be the same as a day spa, however, there is a small difference. A day spa and a pamper day both offer a service in the form of spa treatments but a day spa does not necessarily always offer manicures, pedicures and massages. Day spas could also mean medical spas which focus on high-tech treatments like laser resurfacing, photo facials and botox – these are all active treatments carried out for a specific problem area. Whereas, a pamper day will only consist of treatments purely for relaxation and beautifying.

Who can indulge in a pamper day?

Women

Every woman loves to be pampered. Whether you’re pregnant or have just given birth there are plenty of mummy packages to keep you feeling young and rejuvenated. Many spas also offer hen party packages which can be celebrated at the spa or in the comfort of your own home. A girly gathering with a glass of champagne, a gossip and a giggle is the perfect way to celebrate a hen or birthday party. But you don’t need an excuse to be pampered; you may just be after some “me-time” therapy.

Men

Spas are generally considered to be a woman’s domain but it’s only fair that men too get a bit of TLC. Many spa menus now have a special section dedicated to men treatments including razor-sharp wet shave, massage, pedicure and manicure for men as well as facials and waxing. Most spas, as well as offering men’s treatments, also offer grooming products. What’s more, a recent study has suggested that men are slowly moving away from traditional stag parties of crazy drunken nights and strip clubs and turning towards relaxing pamper treatments before the big day.

Children

Many spas also offer tailor-made treatments for children. Treatments such as little miss manicures and pedicures as well as mini massages, facials and makeovers are great a great way to celebrate a birthday party – it will sure leave the birthday girl popular with her friends. It’s also great for keeping the little divas entered, so why not get all your mum friends together for a little mothers meeting and a pamper treatment or two while the kids get their mini pamper session too – the perfect way to keep everyone happy.

Couples

Going for a pamper day with your loved one is now more popular than before. Often you will find couple treatments such as a romantic chocolate mud bath together making it an ideal way to spend more time together. It’s perfect for pre-wedding pampering for both the bride and groom or an ideal way to rejuvenate after the wedding, perhaps on your honeymoon or there may not be a special occasion, you and your partner may just want some “alone-time”.

What pamper treatments are available?

Here are some of the many pamper treatments available:

Massage Therapy

There are a wide variety of different types of massages to choose from, some designed to heal muscle aches, pains and migraines and others for pure relaxation. But whatever massage therapy you choose you’re in for a heavenly treat. Find out more about massage therapy here.

Facials

A pamper day facial is the ideal way to relax and achieve a glowing appearance. It consists of cleansing, exfoliating, toning and moisturizing the skin to leave you looking refreshed and feeling fab. Find out more about facials here.

Manicures

A good manicure generally consists of filing, shaping, cuticle treatment, a mini relaxing hand massage and a polish to finish off the look. It’s a calming treatment and leaves your hand looking beautiful. Find out more about manicures here.

Pedicures

Pedicures also consist of filing, shaping, cuticle treatment, a mini relaxing foot massage and a polish to finish. It’s also a calming treatment and leaves your feet looking neat and tidy. Now all you need is a pair of Jimmy Choo sandals to accompany your fab looking feet. Find out more about pedicures here.

Waxing

This fight the fuzz treatment is a popular treatment with not only women but also men. It’s a fast, easy and effective way to remove unwanted hair for a longer lasting period of time. It also leaves a soft and smooth touch to your skin. Find out more about hair removal waxing here.