WALK ON CLOUDS WITH BASTIEN GONZALEZ TREAMENTS, AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY AT THE LANDMARK MANDARIN ORIENTAL, HONG KONG

8 Mar, 2012 14:17 CET

WALK ON CLOUDS WITH BASTIEN GONZALEZ TREAMENTS, AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY AT THE LANDMARK MANDARIN ORIENTAL, HONG KONG

On 19 March 2012, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, brings Bastien Gonzalez’ acclaimed treatments to the city with the launch of its “Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio” at The Oriental Spa.

Available only in select luxury locations around the world, including London, Monaco, Barcelona, New York and Dubai, the new studio will open on the fifth floor of the Spa and offer the foot virtuoso’s award-winning pedicure and manicure treatments exclusively in Hong Kong.

Gonzalez discovered his calling after a serious ski injury left him in physio and podiatry therapy for six months. Fascinated, he immersed himself in podiatry and moved to Paris to study the science behind it. During that time, he also perfected his glamorous and unique approach to pedicures and manicures based on three fundamental pillars which leave hands and feet smooth, baby soft and callus free:

- Skin treatment: the key to Bastien Gonzalez treatments, gently removing corns, calluses and painful thickening of skin without damaging the epidermis.

- Nail beauty: any nail concerns including ingrowns, fungal problems and other issues are treated before they are strengthened, reshaped and buffered using special tools like miniscule drills tipped with diamond dust, and a unique polishing technique inherited from his grandmother with chamois leather and a pearl buffing cream, resulting in greater blood circulation to the nail and a brilliant natural shine.

- Re-foundation: a relaxing massage which is performed from toes up to the knee, and from fingers up to the elbow. As each muscle group is massaged individually, it eliminates tension and improves blood circulation, muscular flexibility, joint mobility and skin elasticity. A special technique re-plumps the fatty cushion on the balls of the feet, helping to absorb the impact of walking.
Bastien Gonzalez, founder of Bastien Gonzalez said, “We are committed to offering only the best in terms of quality, service and product which is why we decided to partner with The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. The Oriental Spa’s chic clientele are extremely cosmopolitan and are satisfied with only the best in luxury and we are sure that our treatments, performed by Albin Brion, one of our master podiatrists from France, will delight all the guests.”

Guests trying the treatments for the first time are recommended to try “Bastien’s Duo Treatment” (£122), a 75-minute synchronized hand and foot treatment with two specialist therapists, the ultimate in luxury and pampering.

Home care:

For guests who would like to extend their Bastien experience at home, The Oriental Spa offers the prestigious Révérence de Bastien products, created in conjunction with French cosmetology specialists. The collection of luxurious products is made with natural ingredients and essential oils and form the basis of any beauty ritual at home.

All treatment prices are subject to 10% service charge.

For reservation and enquiry, please contact The Oriental Spa at +852 2132 0011 or visit
http://www.mandarinoriental.com/landmark/spa/ for more information.

About The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
Intimate, contemporary and ideally placed in the vortex of Hong Kong’s financial and luxury shopping districts, The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong sets the standard for personal service and stylish sophistication. State-of-the-art technology compliments alluring interiors in all 113 spacious rooms and suites, each one a tranquil retreat for business and leisure travellers. Chef Richard Ekkebus helms the kitchen at two Michelin-starred Amber restaurant and world renowned musical talents play in the unparalleled exclusivity of MO Bar, equally popular on Sundays for its indulgent brunch. Escape Hong Kong’s urban bustle at
The Oriental Spa with rejuvenating Yoga and Pilates plus the pure pleasures of exclusive facials, body treatments and award winning Signature Treatments. For more information and reservations visit www.mandarinoriental.com/landmark.

The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and The Oriental Spa are delighted to have been awarded The Forbes Travel Guide’s coveted Five-Star status. This is the guide’s highest accolade and denotes an “exceptionally distinctive luxury environment offering consistently superlative, personalized service and the ultimate in amenities”. For more information and reservations visit www.mandarinoriental.com/landmark.

About Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world's most prestigious hotels and resorts. The Group now operates, or has under development, 42 hotels representing over 10,000 rooms in 27 countries, with 18 hotels in Asia, 12 in The Americas and 12 in Europe and the Middle East. In addition, the Group operates, or has under development, 13 Residences at Mandarin Oriental connected to its properties.

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