Your foot with its ankle is composed of a stunning 26 bones, 33 joints and more than a hundred muscles and tendons. While it is subject to taboos and in some places best not revealed, in others the foot is revered, in Uzbekistan foot touching can be a sign of affection or even more potently promiscuity. The Chinese believe that the foot is connected to all the major organs and that these can be stimulated, calmed and brought to health through specific application of pressure to the corresponding areas of the foot and yet for centuries they bound the feet of their women. Our feet bear the brunt of our celebrations, our crazy out there ‘til dawn dancing, our non stop pounding of the pavements and the pressure from flights, fitness classes and fabulous footwear and do they get the attention and thanks they deserve?
Not really, the only time they really get a break is when you put them up, so here, for your precious feet are our favourite places to take your little piggies for an extra special treat.
Both Chill, in Jalan Kunti, and Theta Spa in Tuban are ideally situated for sweet feet relief. At Chill they serve a traditional foot reflexology treatment inside their nurturing chill out room that is decorated in mute colours, so cool and relaxing. Once inside it is hard to believe you are moments from the best music, bars and food on the island, but this easy location makes Chill a great place to start your evening. Over in Tuban the floor to ceiling glass windows of Theta Spa make it the ideal location for sunset and the foot scrub followed by a strong acu-pressure massage creates an energy revival through the entire body.
With glamorous nail art on offer as well you can turn tired feet into a work of art with gel nails that are sparkled, glittered, marbled or just peacock blue pretty and leave Theta ready to dance the night away.
In Tangjung Benoa the Thalasso Spa at the Grand Mirage has two delightful foot treatments. Pediluve indulges your feet and legs in a foaming bubble bath with massage and Pressotherapy uses air pressure to gently massage the entire leg area as well as the foot using gently warming inflatable stockings. Whether for revival or preparation for a dancing night out the Pressotherapy will leave you feeling like you are walking on air!
At Jari Menari you can learn how to massage your own feet at their popular Tuesday classes or simply take one of their beautiful Gentle Soul Treatments that work on the body through movement and manipulation and have a lot of energy directed on the feet and legs. After this treatment you will feel extra limber and powerful. It’s a great revival idea as the calming rooms as designed for comfort with the sound of falling water and the feel of a soft breeze.
Bodyworks in Jalan Pettitenget is hugely popular for its pedicure treatments, here male and female clients enjoy the friendly vibe of the salon and the high quality of the products while receiving the different pedicures on the menu. These include a sports pedicure that refreshes feet with a massage of essential oil, a flower pedicure where pretty nail art is painted on the toe nails or the chic French polish, which with its white tips makes any foot look super sleek, especially with a little fake tan.
Glo Salon on Jalan Kunti uses precision techniques in their pedicures to clean, cut and care for your toenails. So often neglected, the beauty of a well-manicured foot, whether male or female, is very attractive. Glo carry a range of male varnishes that are perfect for open toed sandals and very hip in the world of metro-male grooming. Here you can also buy super safe tanning products that can be used to top up or bring a sexy glow to any foot. Often paler than the rest of the body feet look very good with a little sun kissed colour enhancement.
So put your best foot forward and find the fun in having your feet entirely pampered and appreciated for all their hard work…. [NOW!]
Bodyworks, Pettitenget. 0361733317
Glo, Jalan Kunti, 0361738689
Jari Menari, Jalan Basangkasa 0361736740
Thalasso Bali 0361773883
Theta Spa 0361755726