The Spa at Aulani, Laniwai, Meaning “Freshwater Heaven,” Embraces the Hawaiian Connection To, and Reverence For, Nature. In
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THERAPIES MENU The spa at Aulani, Laniwai, meaning “freshwater heaven,” embraces the Hawaiian connection to, and reverence for, nature. In particular, the spa’s design explores the cultural and even spiritual significance of¯anuenue , rainbows. We do this by combining elegantly reflected light, brilliant color, and healing water features, creating a mystical aura. At Laniwai, our guests are pampered in a way that enhances their connection to nature and sets them on a path to personal enlightenment. UA rain WAIwater KULA WAI (water source) Rainbows have come to be known as a symbol of Hawai‘i Early Hawaiians used water and heat therapies with massage to treat illnesses and to help restore the body’s functionality. Hawaiians bathed because of the frequency with which brilliant, magical in fresh, cool streams, mineral and sulfur baths and the sea. The use of rainbows appear. When moisture and sunshine combine water temperature fluctuations “reset” the body’s regulatory system to in just the right proportion, the magical phenomenon of a boost the immune system and increase circulation to wash away daily rainbow occurs. Ua, rain, is a gift from the heavens, bringing aches and pains. We invite you to Kula Wai, a 5,000-square-foot vital freshwater, wai, and may symbolize joy, life, and good outdoor hydrotherapy garden to enjoy before or after your spa services. fortune. Rain-bearing clouds fill streams in high mountain EXPERIENCE forests, which flow through the plains and empty into the You will also be invited to experience our herbal pools, six unique “rain sea. These streams provide the people living in the ahupua‘a, showers,” hot and cold whirlpools and outdoor relaxation. In addition, land divisions, their source of life. The cycle of the water you will be invited to blend with your spa host a complimentary continues as it evaporates and returns to the heavens from Hawaiian body polish at our mixology station, Pulu, meaning to make whence it came. Laniwai… soft, soak, moisten, saturate. STEP ONE Select Your Aroma Blend The curative powers of water have been STEP TWO Select Base Polish Blend; Cane Sugar or Sea Salt celebrated for centuries and are the STEP THREE Select Base Oil Blends; Macadamia, Kukui origins of contemporary spa therapies. or Jojoba STEP FOUR Select Active Hawaiian Herb Ingredients; ‘awa We invite you to celebrate the healing Noni; ‘¯olena; ‘awapuhi and more wonders of nature. Luahoana (rainbow around sun or moon) Hakahakaea (greenish rainbow) Yellow Bath: Organic Green Hawai‘i Green bath: Spiraling Seaweed Sea Bath grown Papaya and Pineapple An extremely uplifting citrus essential Lay back and relax in this uplifting yellow oil synergy bath. This unique essential NATURE’S bath. Organic green papaya and pineapple oil blend is used to aid in weight loss extracts are used to exfoliate and soften the and detoxification while reducing the SOAKS skin. The powerful citrus synergy includes appearance of cellulite. Herbalists use lime, orange, lemongrass and grapefruit seaweed as a weight loss aid and with a tropical pineapple papaya note. thyroid stimulant. Lay back and relax, this bath has been Benefits: detoxify the body. known to put one in a very cheerful state. Benefits: uplifting, exfoliating, toning and cleansing. A RAINBOW Uakoko (earth clinging rainbow) ¯ OF Red Bath: Organic Hawaiian ‘Ōlena Anuenue Kau P¯o (lunar rainbow) CHOICES and ‘Awapuhi (ginger) Sky Blue Bath: Eucalyptus, ‘Awa Rich red hibiscus color surrounds you; This bath has an aroma that brings the Soak in our outdoor vitality bath. Organic Hawaiian ‘Ōlena and ‘Awapuhi mind to an elevated state of relaxation. All baths are 25 minutes in length. (ginger) have been used for their powerful The combination of eucalyptus, rosemary immune boosting and healing qualities. and lavender is used to alleviate muscle Laniwai (freshwater heaven) Cinnamon, allspice, clove, orange, black pain while the unique combination of White Bath: Organic Passion pepper and vanilla together create an sandalwood and vanilla has been known flower & Noni amazing synergy that has been known to to bring about a state of peace. Cypress Calm your mind while soaking in this act as a sedative and have an aphrodisiac is a comforting scent used to aid in life’s creamy white bath infused with organic affect. You will not want to get out of this transitions. Organic Hawaiian ‘Awa has Passion flower and Noni. The scents bath, so just lay back and breathe in the long been used to ease muscle pain and of lavender, ylang ylang and vanilla amazing spice aroma. deeply relax the body and mind. have been known to put one in a Benefits: immune boosting, increased circulation, Benefits: elevated state of relaxation, ease state of tranquil bliss. release of tension, muscle fatigue and of muscular pain. Benefits: anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, exhaustion, great for jet lag. calms sensitive and sunburned skin. Lilinoe “Fine Rain” Customize the Signature Exfoliations: SIGNATURE following services in the privacy of our Select from Maile, Mango, Lilinoe, rainwater suite. Plumeria, Hibiscus, Ginger, THERAPIES Lime, Liliko‘i, Limu or Vanilla Kilikili (fine gentle rain) CUSTOMIZE! Begin with a Journey through the Kula Signature Body Cocoon: Wai. Select your exfoliation of choice Select from Purifying Volcanic followed by a lomilomi, a traditional Clay, Detoxifying and Firming Hawaiian massage. Enjoy a relaxing, Spirulina Clay or Moisturizing smooth-flowing lomilomi enhanced with and Healing Lehua Honey. Signature Lomilomi fragrant coconut oil under streaming jets Lomilomi Massage: This traditional Hawaiian massage of warm water. Feel delightfully re-energized 50 or 80 minutes (select your is passed down from generation to and refreshed afterwards. Hawaiian herbal body butter kiss) generation by healing kūpuna (elders). Finish with a signature body butter to This hands-on technique provides a nourish the skin. Relish in the resulting gentle, rhythmic massage incorporating, smooth, hydrated and invigorated skin. as needed, lomilomi sticks and warm 80 minutes river stones to release tension, pain and fatigue and replenish the mind, body Waiwai (abundance, prosperity associated and spirit with positive energy, increased with freshwater) circulation and muscular tone. Enjoy a Signature exfoliation, moistur- 50 or 80 minutes izing and detoxifying Body Cocoon and/ or warm, lomilomi massage all under the warm fine rain waters. 25–110 minutes (guest choice) Hana P¯ohaku (to work with stones) Kāpa‘i Massage (herbal poultice) Benefits from a session may include Practiced for centuries, heated stone The Kāpa‘i Massage treatment utilizes releasing tight joints, stretching muscles, massage is a technique that is renowned warmed muslin poultices of local herbs increasing range of motion and reducing for its healing and relaxing properties, that are steamed and applied directly stress. 80 minutes MASSAGE while providing individuals with to the body in a kneading action. This THERAPIES a unique way to indulge. This specialty traditional treatment soothes muscle Sports Massage lomilomi massage utilizes carefully tension and stiffness on key areas. Heat Sports therapy energizes, relieves swelling, placed heated stones, which are believed and herbs are absorbed by the body to reduces muscle tension, and promotes to rejuvenate and soothe the body and help reduce aches and pains, increase flexibility, to prevent the recurrence of mind. The combination of heat and lymphatic drainage and condition the injuries. Alleviate the stress, tension and rhythmic pressure stimulates circulation, skin. 80 minutes toxins that build up in the body’s soft tissues promoting the release of tension and during overexertion and demanding physical restoring balance. Feel tired and tense Shiatsu activities. This massage is a combination of Therapy guests may select muscles instantly unravel beneath the Shiatsu (Japanese from shi, meaning rigorous strokes and facilitated stretching their lotion of choice from heat of gliding warm stones. finger, and atsu, meaning pressure) is a to flush the muscle. This is great after our aroma flight. 50 or 80 minutes traditional hands-on therapy originating working out! 50 or 80 minutes in Japan. A form of therapeutic massage Lomilomi in which pressure is applied with the Reflexology This traditional Hawaiian massage thumbs and palms to areas of the body, Reflexology is a therapeutic method of was passed down from generation to also called acupressure. 50 minutes relieving pain by stimulating predefined generation by healing k¯upuna (elders). pressure points on the feet and hands. This hands-on technique provides a Traditional Thai Massage This controlled pressure alleviates the gentle, rhythmic massage, releasing This massage originated in India over source of the discomfort. In the absence tension, pain, and fatigue, and infusing 2,500 years ago. Through compressions, of any particular malady or abnormality, the mind, body and spirit with positive pressure on specific points and stretches reflexology may be as effective at promot- energy, increased circulation and to release blockages, a free flow of energy ing good health and preventing illness muscular tone. is restored. Thai massage is performed on as it is for relieving symptoms of stress, 50 or 80 minutes a futon with loose comfortable clothing. It injury, and illness. 25 minutes is a blend of massage, acupressure, energy work and gentle yoga stretches. Nature’s Healing ‘Āina (land) Begin with a calming kava kava passion fruit oil body scrub followed by warm volcanic clay that is blended with HERBAL BODY an herbal hydrosol of Noni, ‘Ōlena, REMEDIES sugarcane and Mamaki. Finish with a refreshing hydrosol. This invigorating treatment will help to detoxify and leave your skin glowing, smoother and your spirit in tune with the islands. 80 minutes Nature’s Magical Niu (coconut) The perfect way to counter the effects of over-exposure to nature’s elements! Return home relaxed, refreshed, renewed and radiant! Surrender to a gentle coconut body exfoliation. Follow with a light massage using your choice of tropical scent from our aroma bar blended with coconut milk.