BODY THERAPIES

Meridians are the body’s pathways in which energy flows, ensuring good blood circulation and detoxification— and massages are a good way to maintain this equilibrium 

BEST RELAXING MASSAGE

HEAVENLY MASSAGE

$220 for 90 minutes, Heavenly Spa by Westin Singapore

A heated compress eases you into this Swedish massage by first loosening up any tight muscles while enveloping you in comforting warmth. Long, gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart then focus on improving circulation and lymphatic drainage, helping to release tension and leaving you feeling like you are on cloud nine. Come early to luxuriate in the nature-inspired facilities. Visit westin.marriott.com

BEST FIRMING MASSAGE

THE ASIAN HERITAGE SIGNATURE

$240++ per session, The Fullerton Spa

This intensive treatment combines a deep tissue massage with Oriental techniques like acupressure and Chi-balancing stretching to restore free-flowing body and energy circulation, release knots, reduce puffiness and improve skin elasticity. An invigorating blend of rosemary, ginger, lavender and black pepper oils are used, giving both the spirit and complexion a rejuvenating lift. Visit fullertonhotels.com

BEST AROMATHERAPY MASSAGE

ROYAL THAI AROMA MASSAGE

$178 for 60 minutes, Ayuthaya The Royal Thai Spa

Nestled within Pacific Plaza is a serene hideaway: Ayuthaya The Royal Thai Spa. Harmonising the senses through touch and olfactory therapies is the Royal Thai Aroma Massage, which relieves tensions with long, rhythmic strokes from both Thai and Swedish massage techniques, executed with specially blended botanical essential oils. Visit ayuthayaspa.com

BEST BODYSCULPTING MASSAGE

CONTOUR SHAPER

$185 for 60 minutes, Clarins Skin Spa

As the finishing touch to your beach body, this contouring massage aids in lymphatic drainage, smoothing away stubborn fats and visibly minimising new-forming areas of cellulite. Skin firmness is further restored with a host of Clarins’ body care products that improve elasticity and work to even out skin tone— including preventing stretch marks— too. Visit clarins.com.sg

BEST HOT/COLD STONE MASSAGE

WARM JADE STONE MASSAGE

$300 for 90 minutes, Remède Spa at The St. Regis Singapore

This thermal indulgence uses custom-made jade stones with varying warm-cold temperatures, which help the body reap different therapeutic effects. Cold on the face to soothe and energise skin, and warm on the body as part of a deep tissue massage, the stones enhance the relaxing, grounding and healing effects as your tensions melt away. Visit www.remedespasingapore.com 

BEST ANTICELLULITE TREATMENT

PEPPER TREATMENT

$300 for 120 minutes, M&G Aesthetics Beauty Care

Pepper Dead Sea Water and a Pepper Scrub make up an all-natural exfoliator that, when combined with strong circular scrubbing motions, stimulates skin detoxification and lymphatic drainage. This process targets cellulite, bumpy skin and uneven skin tone, which are further reduced with a pepper mud body mask and wrap while you enjoy a cooling pepper emulsion facial. Visit mngbeauty.com.sg

BEST ANTI-AGEING MASSAGE

LUSH ANTI-AGING BODY TREATMENT

$215 for 110 minutes, Lush Spa

Located in the Singapore Polo Club, Lush Spa offers an Anti-Aging Body Treatment that starts with a warm foot bath to help you unwind. What follows is 90 minutes of pure indulgence as a combination of long, firm strokes knead and release muscle tension using the spa’s signature Decléor balm. The therapists are trained to treat jockeys, so their techniques are masterful. Expect improved blood circulation and relieved water retention for a firmer physique. Visit lushspa.com.sg

BEST DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE

DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE

$150 for 60 minutes, COMO Shambhala Urban Escape Singapore

This restorative Deep Tissue Massage helps the tired and weary with the complete draining of toxins from their body. And the results are immediate, as seasoned therapists employ clever techniques that compress muscle fibres, encouraging cross-fibre friction that aids with blood flow, tension relief and detoxification. Located in one of the island’s most exclusive wellness sanctuaries, you can expect nothing but the best in holistic healing. Visit comoshambhala.com/singapore

BEST ANTI-ACHES MASSAGE

SIGNATURE THAI MASSAGE

$178 for 60 minutes, Ayuthaya The Royal Thai Spa

The masseuses here are both experts and trainers in traditional Thai massage, so they instantly know exactly where your muscle tensions and joint pains lie, and how to unknot them. Combining powerful acupressure and deep tissue strokes with yoga-like bending and compressing motions, this ancient method will restore energy flow throughout the body, relieve pain and give the spine a much-needed stretch. Visit ayuthayaspa.com

BEST ORGANIC EXPERIENCE

ORGANIC SALT & SUGAR SCRUB

$165 for 60 minutes, CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore

Rich in healthy probiotics and nutrients of earth, this full body scrub polishes and nurtures the skin with a mix of Epsom salts, organic sugar and organic shea butter. Perfect on its own or as part of a lavish Wellness Journey, expect this nourishing exfoliation to eliminate dead skin cells and help remove excess fluids from the body, leaving your skin thoroughly hydrated, radiant and silky smooth to the touch. Visit shangri-la.com/singapore

PREP TIME

Most spas have wellness facilities or a relaxing tea ritual prior to the treatment, so arrive at least 30 minutes earlier to allow yourself time to properly unwind and ease into the therapeutic experience.