They need to call the “Hydraquench Body Wrap” something else. The name somehow just doesn’t do justice to a treatment I recently experienced for the first time at the Stillwaters Spa & Salon, located at Teton Springs Resort in Victor, Idaho. Maybe “Heaven on Earth Moisturizing Wrap,” or “I Can Now Die a Happy and Well Moisturized Woman Wrap,” or “I’ll take Hydraquench Over Botox Any Day Wrap!”

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The moment of truth for me that I needed some serious skin help occurred a few weeks back while on a family vacation, when my sister gushed, “gosh, I love your new alligator sandals.” I was in fact barefoot. But hey, I’m not alone, right? Plenty of us have dry skin, especially those of us blessed with a high-altitude mailing address. The good news, we’re fortunate to live in, or vacation in, this incredibly beautiful mountain environment with its fabulous, humidity-free weather. The bad news, at least for some of us, this humidity-free weather.

If you’ve ever visited a Spa for any reason, chances are it was for a deep tissue or other therapeutic massage treatment. A massage isn’t even considered a luxury these days, but a necessity, like taking our vitamins or our daily walk. In truth, our massage therapist is as critical to our overall mental and physical well-being as the family doc; we just don’t always view it that way. Too bad.

Stillwaters Spa and Salon - Victor Idaho

The perfect escape from an otherwise perfect day

The Stillwaters Spa at Teton Springs Resort is truly an escape, even from a seemingly otherwise perfect day! Listen to this passage from their brochure: “Settled within glorious, alpine surroundings, the Spa at Teton Springs Lodge is created to provide you with infinity of sensory experiences within a tranquil retreat – a place you may never wish to leave.” Therein lies the problem, you don’t in fact want to leave – ever. (https://tetonspringslodge.com/spa.php)

In my prior visits to the Stillwaters Spa (for that massage of course), I’ve always been intrigued by the sheer number of mysterious and intriguing treatments listed in their spa material. One in particular caught my eye, the Hydraquench Body Wrap. To simplify, this is a treatment that slathers you in 100% whipped Shea Butters and then wraps you in a warm herbal cocoon. It only took me seconds after hearing Spa staff describe this treatment before I was hooked. Sign me up, uh, I mean, butter me up!

Stillwaters Spa and Salon - Victor Idaho

I have always found the entire staff at the Stillwaters Spa & Salon to be delightful, competent and professional. And more than one of the therapists here are trained in the Hydraquench treatment, and apparently, each therapist will put their own individual spin on this particular treatment. Lori would be the one to introduce me to my first non-massage spa experience, encourage me to indulge in the senses with this particularly skin nourishing spa treatment. Can she indeed magically transform me from alligator to skin-so-soft girl?

I always believe in the element of surprise so I won’t give away all of the intricate details on what will happen during your Hydraquench Body Wrap, but a few details are in order, and plus, I can’t help myself. You’re now in your fluffy, thick white robe and meet your therapist in the Zen Room (the name says it all!), the beautifully decorated and relaxing pre and post treatment room (remind me again why I ever have to leave here?!). In her Zen-like fashion, Lori describes the entire treatment to me, right down to the last morsel of the glorious details. Not that you’ll remember what she said. Once the treatment starts your entire consciousness is focused on how terrific and relaxed you feel. There’s no need to exchange another word (Lori doesn’t necessarily respond to your Oohs and Aahs).

Relax and Enjoy a Massage

In a nutshell……

  • Your treatment table is heated
  • Your arms, legs, fingers & toes are gently exfoliated with a soft, dry brush; this includes front & back (which was terrific, only an octopus can exfoliate their back!)
  • 100% natural whipped Shea Butter scented with “essential oils” is generously applied to arms, legs, hands & feet.
  • Your hands are comfortably folded on your chest. You’re wrapped completely in an extremely warm cotton/linen mix sheath which has been brewing, literally, in a roaster of lavender, chamomile and rosehips tea bags. A second layer of plastic is applied, to retain the heat, and a third layer, a space blanket of sorts, is snuggly tucked around your entire body.

You are now officially cocooned but it’s only the beginning! For the next 20-25 minutes, while your skin is absorbing this entire mix of glorious herb infused butter…..

  • A lighter oil is applied to your face and then massaged into your skin with small, ice-cold stones (remember the flat, super-smooth stones perfect for skipping….) and topped off with a soothing massage to the neck.
  • Now the attention is directed to your feet but this time the stones are larger (even better skipping stones) and warm to the touch.
  • Ah, last but not least, is a cool refreshing spritz to the face of cool lavender, an extremely enticing smell specifically designed to alleviate stress. It worked!

The Hydraquench Body Wrap was sheer heaven; it was beyond relaxing, but also very therapeutic. My skin still feels nourished days later. Which reminds me, whatever you do, resist the urge to shower immediately after your Hydraquench treatment. It defeats the purpose of allowing the lingering benefits of all these goodies from reaching deep into your skin.

Stillwaters Spa and Salon - Victor Idaho

Also worth mentioning – in the Stillwaters Spa your comfort and personal modesty standards are always respected and accommodated. For my money however, less always seems better in any spa when it comes to covering up for certain treatments (drapes are used on those most private of our body parts).

There’s no doubt that one of Teton Springs Resort’s premier offerings is the 5,000 square foot Stillwaters Spa & Salon, providing lodging guests, and day trippers, an incredible selection of services focusing on relaxation and rejuvenation. Stop by and check out the menu; this spa is so much more than just message therapy. More importantly, everyone deserves to feel this good!

Call Stillwaters Spa & Salon @208.787.7250 or toll free 877.787.8757

 


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