Beauty in Cape Town
Beauty in Cape Town is a serious business, and with plenty of golden beaches and upmarket bars and clubs to frequent, looking good is an art that locals work hard at perfecting. Furthermore, Capetonians are firm believes in being kind to the body, thus plenty of holistic options compliment the more frivolous salons and spas.
Expats in the mood to enjoy a sensual massage, revitalising salt float or even just a run-of-the-mill pedi and mani will find no short supply to choose from.
Luxury hotels boast certified beauty palaces that offer everything from full-day packages to individual treatments, but expats should be forewarned that this kind of supreme spoiling comes with a hefty price tag.
For more affordable options, boutique skin and health clinics can be found across the city, and while the décor may be a step back from the fluff found in many of the five star establishments, the services are often just as good.
Wellness Warehouse (City Bowl and Claremont)
Offers walk-in treatments and excellent massages. Probably the best value for money treatments you’ll find in Cape Town.
www.wellnesswarehouse.com
Arabella Spa (Foreshore)
Sits atop the Westin Grand Hotel and offers the best views in town in accord with its range of beauty and skincare treatments. Sublime rest and renewal for the weary expat.
www.starwoodhotels.com
Sanctuary Spa (Camps Bay)
One of the oldest and most prestigious spas in Cape Town, this leading beauty hotspot has all the treatments you would expect of a top spa facility, including hydrotherapy and hot and cold plunge pools. Located in the Twelve Apostles Hotel.
www.12apostleshotel.com
Librisa Spa (City Bowl)
Recently given its own facelift, this spa is tucked away in the Mount Nelson Hotel and has become a favourite of well-heeled locals. Their jet-lag treatment is a fantastic way to start settling in to life in the city. Next door is Cape Town Medi-Spa, where expats can find holistic treatments aimed more at preserving health than manifesting beauty.
www.mountnelson.co.za
Sorbet (Multiple Locations)
A face, body and haircare chain with consistent services at reasonable prices. Perfect for a quick escape from the daily grind, or a much-needed pick-me up to pamper your princess side.
www.sorbet.co.za
Finally, if you’re too busy or disinclined to leave your home or office, call Beauty Direct and a full service beauty treatment centre will come right to your door.
Expats in the mood to enjoy a sensual massage, revitalising salt float or even just a run-of-the-mill pedi and mani will find no short supply to choose from. Luxury hotels boast certified beauty palaces that offer everything from full-day packages to individual treatments, but expats should be forewarned that this kind of supreme spoiling comes with a hefty price tag.
For more affordable options, boutique skin and health clinics can be found across the city, and while the décor may be a step back from the fluff found in many of the five star establishments, the services are often just as good.
Recommended spas in Cape Town
Wellness Warehouse (City Bowl and Claremont)
Offers walk-in treatments and excellent massages. Probably the best value for money treatments you’ll find in Cape Town.
www.wellnesswarehouse.com
Arabella Spa (Foreshore)
Sits atop the Westin Grand Hotel and offers the best views in town in accord with its range of beauty and skincare treatments. Sublime rest and renewal for the weary expat.
www.starwoodhotels.com
Sanctuary Spa (Camps Bay)
One of the oldest and most prestigious spas in Cape Town, this leading beauty hotspot has all the treatments you would expect of a top spa facility, including hydrotherapy and hot and cold plunge pools. Located in the Twelve Apostles Hotel.
www.12apostleshotel.com
Librisa Spa (City Bowl)
Recently given its own facelift, this spa is tucked away in the Mount Nelson Hotel and has become a favourite of well-heeled locals. Their jet-lag treatment is a fantastic way to start settling in to life in the city. Next door is Cape Town Medi-Spa, where expats can find holistic treatments aimed more at preserving health than manifesting beauty.
www.mountnelson.co.za
Sorbet (Multiple Locations)
A face, body and haircare chain with consistent services at reasonable prices. Perfect for a quick escape from the daily grind, or a much-needed pick-me up to pamper your princess side.
www.sorbet.co.za
Finally, if you’re too busy or disinclined to leave your home or office, call Beauty Direct and a full service beauty treatment centre will come right to your door.
