If indulgence was to manifest itself, it would undoubtedly take the form of a branded Dior luxury spa. Is there a better place to find calm than in the serene sanctuary of a beautifully designed and state-of-the-art spa?While there are many excellent spas one can visit that might be closer to home, the ultimate luxury spa day is to be found on the French Riviera. That spa is, of course, the Dior Spa Eden Roc, newly opened in the iconic Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc. Endorsed by Vogue, it is the latest of Dior’s new spa concept, following on from those in Paris and Shanghai.
A Designer Day
One is certainly guaranteed an opulently bespoke experience when spending the day at this luxury spa. With treatment based on touch and technology, every element has been curated to provide an immersive journey that will leave the guest feeling better than ever before. According to Vogue, one of the must-have treatments is the exfoliating Hydrafacial with a machine that “is loaded with Dior’s proprietary Floral Peeling lotion and three different full-body lymphatic drainage systems – electrostimulation, micro-vibration and infrared light” which is ideal for “depuffing after a long-haul flight or before a dip in the Mediterranean”.
Inside the Luxury Spa
The Dior Spa at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc is a multi-facetted haven of tranquillity with an interior inspired by the iconic rocks on which the resort sits. With its overall theme of discreet and authentic luxury, the spa provides a host of exclusive experiences for guests that they can choose to have in one of the treatment rooms, in a garden gazebo on the grounds or in a private cabana overlooking the extraordinary azure tones of the Mediterranean. The spa’s signature treatments are known as the Dioriginels Rituals, that reflect “the four elements that give this legendary place its unique character: the garden, the sea, the rocks and the sun”. They were created specially for the spa and are entirely customisable to the preferences of the client, while helping them to ‘realign’ their energy and ‘explore sensorial limits’. You also won’t want to miss their Roc Affusion, where you are enveloped in the warmth of an onyx suite for a scrub and rinse by choreographed water jets before a customised muscle massage beneath the affusion shower.
The Dior Bouquets
If you are able to extend beyond just the luxury spa ‘day’ then you simply must indulge in one of the six holistic Dior wellness cures created exclusively for Eden-Roc. These expert Bouquets are available as courses, spanning between three and fourteen days in length, that will provide ‘visible and tangible results, freeing the body of any discomfort and opening the path to happiness’. The Bouquet options include: Relaxation – to recharge, oxygenate and return to your inner self Immunity – to revitalise, fortify and detoxify the body and mind Detox – to boost detoxification, lose weight, reduce cellulite and create a healthier lifestyle Reverse Aging – to improve skin quality, reduce the effects of aging and optimise well-being Hormonal Balance – to stimulate the metabolism and hormonal changes Dior Homme - to decompress, return to form and find well-being
The Hotel
Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc is one of the most revered luxury hotels in the world and has been in operation since 1870. It is one of the Riviera’s most exclusive and sought-after resorts that specialises in discreet luxury, delicious pleasures and ‘carefree days secluded between their private bay and parkland’ in Antibes Cedex, France. It has played host to the international glitterati for more than 150 years, including revered figures such as Pablo Picasso, Marlene Dietrich and F. Scott Fitzgerald. Located on the Côte d’Azur, the hotel is part of the elite Oetker Collection, a brand responsible for hosting true hospitality masterpieces in the world’s most desirable locations. Any visit must include a swim in the outdoor pool, an invigorating go on the tennis courts and a cocktail on their famous terrace with the sparkling blue waters below. Make sure to enquire early as reservations at the spa and the hotel aren’t the easiest to come by, especially during peak seasons like the Cannes Film Festival. Just know that when you do secure your booking, you will be joining the ranks of global society’s elite and could find yourself hobnobbing with celebrities, aristocrats and even royalty during your stay.
