Natural Luxury and Tranquil Surroundings
It’s all about renewal at The Spa at the Ritz-Carlton in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Eleven rooms for skin and body treatments, separate steam rooms, relaxation areas for women and men and a co-ed sauna and whirlpool make up this sprawling retreat. Featuring anything and everything one needs for relaxation, there is also a hair salon, fitness center and nail spa. Experience one of the spa’s exclusive Elements rituals. Drawing on the five elements of fire, wood, water, earth and metal, these signature treatments last 90 minutes and use distinct products that are customized based on each element to include a therapeutic bath, facial mask, scalp treatment, skin exfoliation and massage. Spa manager Partiti Simon recommends the Earth treatment which begins with a mud bath chock full of vitamins and minerals that leave the skin feeling silky and nourished. Next up is the Bamboo Massage, meant to connect the body with the idea of being hollow (like the bamboo used), empty and relaxed. The Diamond Facial completes the ritual, incorporating vitamins and antioxidants into the skin to create an immediate visual difference, increased elasticity and a virtual all-around glow.