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If you are thinking of trying it for the first time, it is natural to wonder what a Japanese head spa includes and how it differs from a conventional wash. At Body&Mind Valencia, it is a wellbeing ritual combining personalised hair care, a head, face and neck massage, water and a genuine pause to unwind. Here is how the experience works, what to expect and how to prepare.

What a Japanese Head Spa at Body&Mind Includes

The core session is adapted to the condition of your hair and your preferences. Not everyone needs the same products or massage pressure. Before starting, tell us if you have a sensitive scalp, neck discomfort, known allergies or have recently had a hair treatment.

• Personalised wash: shampoo and a hair mask are selected to suit your hair’s needs.
• Head, face and neck massage: the hands-on work aims to relax the head, face, nape and neck area, always using comfortable pressure.
• Water and massage tools: the gentle water cascade and different combs or tools turn the wash into a sensory experience.
• Hair drying: the session ends with drying so you can continue your day comfortably.
• Herbal tea to finish: You can find full details about our

Japanese head spa in Valencia and available durations on our Body&Mind prices page The Experience, Step by Step.

1. A Short Consultation Before You Begin

Personalisation starts with a conversation. Explaining how your hair feels and what you want—relaxation, a moment of self-care or combining the ritual with another massage—helps us tailor the session. This is also the time to mention extensions, wounds, irritation, active dermatitis or anything else that may require adapting or postponing the service.

2. Personalised Cleansing and Hair Care

The wash is not treated as a formality. Shampoo and a hair mask are selected for you, while water is incorporated into the ritual with slow movements. The aim is to leave your hair clean and cared for while you enjoy an enveloping sensation.

3. Head, Face and Neck Massage

The head, face and neck massage alternates hands-on techniques with specific tools. Pressure is adjusted to you: a good session does not need to hurt to feel pleasant. If an area is sensitive, simply say so and the work can be adapted.

4. Drying and a Calm Finish

Once the products have been rinsed away, your hair is dried and you are offered a herbal tea. This closing moment is part of the experience, helping you move from relaxation back to the pace of the street without a sudden jolt.

How Long It Lasts and Which Option to Choose

Body&Mind offers 45-, 60- and 90-minute Japanese head spa sessions. The 45-minute option is a good introduction to the essential ritual. Longer sessions leave more time to personalise the experience or combine it with other treatments, depending on the option selected.

Available combinations include the Zen, Aura, Ether, Zenith and Nirvana experiences. They may include a foot and leg massage, an arm and hand massage, a back massage, facial cleansing or massage, reflexology, hot stones or aromatherapy. If you are unsure, tell us how much time you have and which areas you would like to care for; we will guide you without adding unnecessary treatments.

How to Prepare for Your First Session

Arrive a few minutes early so you can explain your preferences.

1. Avoid applying a large amount of hairspray, hair fibres or styling products immediately before your appointment.
2. Tell us if you wear extensions or a hairpiece, or if you have recently had a chemical hair treatment.
3. Mention any allergy, injury, inflammation or scalp sensitivity.
4. Wear comfortable clothing and leave a little time after the session so you do not have to rush out.
5. If you have a scalp condition, infection, open wound or sudden hair loss, consult a healthcare professional first. A head spa is a wellbeing and cosmetic-care experience; it does not replace a dermatological assessment or claim to treat a disease.

Japanese Head Spa FAQs

Do I need to wash my hair beforehand?

No. The ritual already includes washing your hair. If you use special products or have instructions from your dermatologist, mention this before the session begins.

Is it only a hair treatment?

No. Hair care is an important part, but the combination of water and a head, face and neck massage turns the session into a broader relaxation experience. Read more about the

benefits of adding a scalp massage to your wellbeing routine Can I combine it with a facial or body massage?.

Yes. Some experiences combine the head spa with

a facial massage , cleansing, a back, foot or hand massage, or other techniques. The best combination depends on how much time you have and what you feel like caring for that day.Book Your Japanese Head Spa in Valencia

Now that you know what a Japanese head spa includes, all that remains is to choose the duration. Body&Mind welcomes you at 9 Avinguda d’Ausiàs March in Valencia.

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