Secrets to a more beautiful you
According to Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach and former F1 racer Marlon Stockinger, the secret to a strong, enduring relationship is simple: “Prioritize your well-being first. Because if you as an individual aren’t happy, how can you share with another person the happiness you don’t have?”
And this is why Pia makes sure to set aside time not only for her significant other, but also for herself. “As much as possible, during my free time, I don’t go out of the house. I go straight to the spa and pamper myself,” says Pia. Her go-to treatments include the Deep Tissue Massage and Body Scrub at the BlueWater Day Spa.
The Deep Tissue Massage helps to relieve chronic pain and aches, and improves the body’s ability to heal itself (muscle recovery). “What I like about the Deep Tissue Massage is that not only is it relaxing, but it also helps to lengthen and release muscle tension,” says Pia. She usually combines the massage with her choice of body scrub — Olive Scrub, Green Tea Scrub, Pomegranate Scrub, the Botanical Rice and Milk Scrub, or the Botanic Milk Scrub (her favorite) — which helps to give her a deep and thorough cleanse. “Just after a session, you feel that your skin is just so smooth and glowing!” she adds.
Marlon, on the other hand, who lives life on the fast lane, prefers to slow down and destress with an Oxygen Facial and Bio Collagen treatment. The facial involves a state-of-theart machine, which uses a stream of pressurized oxygen to rehydrate your skin. Just after a few sessions, the Oxygen Facial helps to reveal a more youthful, energized complexion.
After his car racing activities, Marlon also heads the spa for his favorite Deep Tissue Massage and the Athlete’s Massage. The latter treatment is specifically tailored for athletes as it helps relieve deep-seated muscle tensions, enabling the athlete to perform better at their activities. “With the Athlete’s Massage and Deep Tissue Massage, my recovery time is much faster and I feel stronger. I’m able to move with a wider range of motion,” he says.
While the power couple heads to the spa for well-deserved “me” time, for Miss Philippines USA 2017 Nicole Guerrero, Mr. Manhunt Philippines Daniel Azurin, Mr. International 2014 Neil Perez and models Aljoshca Barfuss, Diego Harmuch and Emil Khodaverdi, a regular trip to the spa is crucial in keeping themselves fit and healthy.
First impressions last so these ambassadors take great effort in maintaining their strong and lean physique and flawless complexion. And their secret to looking good and feeling great? There is a slew of beautifying treatments and pamperings such as the Oxygen Facial, Revita Firm Facial, Revita Shaping Treatment and IPL treatments.
“I love the Oxygen Facial because it’s super effective. It’s an instant destressor and you feel more confident because of the results,” says Guerrero, who usually combines her facials with the Revita Firm Facial Mask which helps to shape a slimmer face, and the Revita Shape Full Body for a sexier silhouette. “I also recommend for the ladies to try BlueWater Day Spa’s IPL (phototherapy flash) for safe, painless hair removal. Enjoy smoother skin instantly!”
Ensuring safe and effective results, the Oxygen Facials and Oxygen Therapy Treatments use a state-of-the-art machine which infuses oxygen into the skin. The treatments help to reenergize skin and smoothen the complexion to make you look healthier, younger and more radiant.
The men admit that while they invest hours at the gym, building brawn and defining tone, they also make sure to allot time for their healing. “There’s nothing worse than overworking your muscles; you will injure yourself if you don’t allow your body to recover,” they share. After a particularly intense game or work out or stressful week at work, they immediately schedule an appointment at the spa.
Perez, Barfuss and Harmuch swear by the Traditional Filipino Hilot and Swedish Massage, which work on the aches and pains that are deeply embedded in the muscle: “A session is not only relaxing, it helps you heal faster, too!”
For Azurin and Khodaverdi, they prefer the more luxurious Four-Hand Massage and Traditional Balinese Massage. With the former, two therapists work in sync to give a full-body pampering. The “twin effort” in the Four-Hand Massage effectively releases tension in the muscles and relieves body aches and pains. Elevating the spa experience, the massage also utilizes special hypoallergenic warm oil, which is perfect for those with sensitive skin.
Whether you’re going in for a facial, massage, hair removal treatment or more, you deserve transformative treatment to help you feel more relaxed and energized. Be a healthier and more beautiful you.