Social media is a robust thing. Especially once you’re someone who’s inclined to purchase something, go somewhere, try something, taste something, wear something, JUST because people online said it’s good.
Hi, it’s me. I’m that person. And for months and months I’ve been ignoring the videos of individuals trying out those viral Japanese head spa treatments spammed in my feed on TikTok and Instagram.
But then I caved.
Toyko Headspa — the Japanese treatment that has content creators frothing
I noticed a newish salon was offering the viral treatment that so many individuals have been raving about online, so after all I had to provide it a try.
Tokyo Headspa offered at Salon Lane in Sydney, Australia boasts a powerful menu for anyone who just desires to bliss out. Each treatment offers different solutions to spice up hair and scalp health, reduce stress and “leave you feeling such as you’re floating in a dream…”
They’re not my words, that’s what it guarantees on the web site. But think… the super relaxing head massage you get before your haircut at your local hairdresser, but add one other WHOLE HOUR to it. It’s that — regardless of what treatment you get.
I schlepped my drained self and neglected mane to the Bondi Junction salon and opted for the Sakuya Hime treatment. The entire treatment goes for one hour and 40 minutes and is alleged to encourage hair regrowth — and after two kids and an honest amount of postpartum hair loss, I figured I’d lean in to some advantages in addition to much-needed rest.
I’ll forewarn you… the treatment is $194. I do know…
Once you compromise in to your quiet room, the treatment begins together with your therapist choosing which scalp serum and shampoo is best for you. Mine selected something moisturizing and off we went.
The experience begins with a calming head massage using the chosen serum, and it’s followed up with a shampoo and detoxifying massage to assist cleanse and invigorate the scalp.
Prepare for the Japanese Waterfall!
One other treatment is applied, followed by some hair and scalp brushing before you’re then prepared for the nice and cozy and nourishing head bath. That is where the viral Japanese waterfall is applied. If you happen to get the targeted content on social media too, you’ll know exactly what I’m talking about!
When the waterfall was applied, I assumed I had gone to heaven. The nice and cozy water gently rinses your hair while encouraging a peaceful rest. It worked. I feel I fell asleep.
The treatment ends with one other head, shoulder and neck massage after which your hair is dried off to organize you to proceed on together with your day with complete zen.
I used to be warned multiple times that the treatment does NOT include any styling, so I got a way that that is something they really needed their clients to grasp. And I did… until I caught a glimpse of my extremely curly and frizzy hair in a mirror while walking back to the lift post treatment. It wasn’t pretty.
So does this viral beauty treatment live as much as the hype?
Now, here’s where I get really honest…
If you happen to’re pondering “$194 for a glorified hair wash, YOU’RE CRAZY!” I hear you loud and clear!
That is an experience that is totally indulgent, and if you have got a mortgage like me, the worth tag stings.
But there’s little doubt it is a treatment that any drained mum would enjoy. It could make an ideal gift for somebody who needs some ‘me time’ and there are other treatments you may select which are a bit of more justifiable.
