R&R awaits at these pampering places
R&R awaits at these pampering places
If you think it’s impossible to schedule some “me time,” we’ll happily point you in the right direction: to the spa. It’s one of the best places for unwinding and reconnecting with yourself, and in the spa’s tranquil setting, it’s easy to get into the vacation mindset. The spa is also a popular place with brides who not only want to look, but feel, their best too, on their big day. Just being on Sanibel and Captiva islands, where nature surrounds you and life moves a little slower, further enhances the spa experience.
SANIBEL DAY SPA
Warm and cozy, the Sanibel Day Spa is tucked in Periwinkle Place, a shopping plaza that projects the tropical island vibe with abundant lush native landscaping. Designed for spa-goers who appreciate an intimate setting and friendly service, this spa, which has been in business for some 30 years, offers salon services as well as a full spa menu.
Massage offerings range from relaxation to deep tissue, but also include the hot oil, hot stone, and Bamboo Fusion massages for those who want to deviate from the traditional. When it comes to skin care, Sanibel Day Spa has a selection of facials antiaging, firming peptide, rosacea sensitive and others—and offers treatments such as microdermabrasion and microneedling.
On the salon side, you’ll find a seasoned staff of hairstylists, makeup artists and manicurists. Come for a haircut, color, highlights, permanent or keratin treatment. And those in search of long-lasting manis and pedis won’t leave disappointed as the salon has a rather extensive menu of services that goes beyond just nail polish—think hand and foot massage and paraffin treatments, too.
If you’re on the island for a wedding or special occasion, the Sanibel Day Spa welcomes groups, especially bridal parties. Whether you want to be pampered the day before or have your hair done in an updo the day of the wedding, the spa staff can help make everything all the more special. Periwinkle Place, 2075 Periwinkle Way, Sanibel, 239-395-2220, sanibeldayspa.com
KAY CASPERSON SPA, SALON & BOUTIQUE
Lifestyle and beauty expert Kay Casperson established the headquarters for her Kay Casperson Spa, Salon & Boutique on Captiva Island. At the heart of her business is the BeautifuLife brand, her own collection of nourishing, hypoallergenic skin care products.
When booking a treatment at the spa consider a rejuvenating facial and a body scrub so you can experience Casperson’s skin care collection from head to toe. The full-service spa and salon features her skin care and makeup collections, as well as jewelry, beach accessories and more.
Chadwick’s Square (across from South Seas Island Resort), 14830 Captiva Drive, Captiva, 239-5791470, kaycasperson.com