Kenya Moore from the Real Housewives of Atlanta, Photo by: Alex Martinez/Bravo

In a scene in Real Housewives of Atlanta, Kenya and Lori created their own facial masks using fresh fruits and vegetables at Iwi. The spa has a special vegetable facial called the Iwi Signature Veggie Facial, designed to hydrate and rejuvenate the skin. A 30-minute facial is $55 and a 60-minute facial is $100.

Lettuce-face-it! iwi fresh Veggie Facial. You must treat your face to a salad at iwi fresh. pic.twitter.com/pMZ6fLVxmq

— iwi fresh (@iwifresh) March 31, 2014

The spa also has a Georgia Peach facial which has been recognized by the Atlantan Magazine. This facial contains peaches, grits to exfoliate the skin, oatmeal and red clay. That facial is $145 for 60 minutes. Although we didn’t get a chance to see these services on the Real Housewives of Atlanta.  Iwi provides natural hair care services, such as cuts, loc maintenance, protein treatments, moisturizer treatments, rod sets, straw, sets, and curly dos. Manicures, pedicures and a full range of other treatments (like a lettuce wrap for the hands and a callous treatment for the feet) are on the menu, as well.  

Keep Calm and Love Your Skin. The Skincare Chef Yolanda Owens pic.twitter.com/Y4txOA9bdd

— iwi fresh (@iwifresh) March 28, 2014

So, thank you Real Housewives of Atlanta, Kenya Moore and her Aunt Lori for introducing us to Iwi Spa. We love spas that offer luxurious spa treatments with wholesome vegetables and other fresh ingredients.

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1. Tsurunoyo Hot Spring, Japan

Tsurunoyu hot spring in  the winter by Slackrhackr, CC

Osen is the Japanese word for hot spring, and the Tsurunoyu hot spring is one of the best, based on its water quality. This Osen is often crowded, so make sure that you make reservations or arrangements for accommodations several months before you plan to go there. Visa cards are the only accepted form of payment. The spring is particularly beautiful and inviting in the winter, but if you plan to reserve a room there, you’ll have to pay extra to keep your room heated.

2. Blue Lagoon, Iceland

Blue Lagoon by Stuart Chalmers, CC

The Blue Lagoon Geothermal Hot Spring in Grindavik, Iceland was formed in 1976. Those who visited the springs in the years following its opening noticed that their skin conditions improved. The Blue Lagoon has a psoriasis clinic on its grounds. The improvements to the skin have been attributed to the water and mud from the lagoon. Steam baths and saunas are also available at the Blue Lagoon, and guests can get massages right in the geothermal water. To get here, take a flight to the  Keflavik International Airport and drive about 20 minutes to the Blue Lagoon. Stay in the Blue Lagoon Clinic Hotel to be conveniently located near the springs.

3. Banff Upper Hot Springs, Canada

Banff upper hot springs by Harvey Barrison, CC

The use of the Banff Upper Hot Springs date back to before the 1880s when the springs were considered a sacred place. Located about 2 miles from the town of Banff, there are several lodges that have packages that include entry to the hot springs.  Banff Aspen Lodge, Brewster’s Mountain Lodge, Charleston Cedar Court, Delta Banff Royal Canadian Lodge and Banff Adventures. Calgary Airport is the nearest airport to Banff. It’s about 12. 5 miles away. American Airlines, Air Canada, Westjet, United Airlines, Continental Airlines, and Northwest Airlines all have flights to Banff.

4. Glenwood Hot Springs Pool, Colorado

Glenwood Hot Springs Pool by Loco Steve, CC

Glenwood Hot Springs in Colorado includes two pools. The smaller pool is hotter and is perfect for relaxing. The larger pool is suitable for swimming laps, if you like. The larger pool is 405 feet long. Guests to the springs can stay right on the property. The Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge is 107 rooms and provides guests with access to restaurant. There’s also an athletic club in the vicinity

 5. Kusatsu, Japan

Kusatsu by Valentin, CC

The Kusatsu Hot Spring is one of the largest in Japan, and it’s about 124 miles away from Tokyo. Kusatsu itself is a small picturesque town. According to the hot springs site, Kusatsu’s spring is highly acidic and a large number of bacteria and micro-organisms cannot survive in it. Kusatsu has ritualistic bathing styles that include praying at an idol, watching staff cool the water down, and bathing in pools of springs of different temperatures. You can stay in Manners, a nearby inn which is accustomed to hosting tourists. You can also read about Japanese hot spring etiquette on the site.

6. Pamukkale, Turkey

Pamukkale, Turkey Photo by Esther Lee, CC

These ancient springs date back to ancient Rome. To get to the hot springs in called Pamukkale  in Turkey take a flight to the Cardak airport in the town of Denizili, officially called the Denizili Cardak Airport and then take ground transportation to Pamukkale. Shuttles leave three times a day. The Venus hotel is the #1 hotel in the Hierapolis area, according to TripAdvisor users. It’s a clean hotel with a restaurant and bar, and with helpful staff who can speak English; it gets a thumbs up from guests. You’ll have to walk barefoot in the bathing area. There is a fee to enter the springs, and you’ll have to climb around up there, so it’s best to go when the weather is warmer (though the area will be a lot more crowded).

7. Beppu, Japan Hot Springs

Beppu Japan Hot Springs by Wondereye, CC

Beppu is a resort town in Japan, with about 8 different hot springs. The hot springs are warm, healing, and inviting, but for beauty treatments, you could have the experience of relaxing in mud, steam, or buried in the sand, because these are all different baths that are available in Beppu. The Tanayu Hot Spring is one of the more popular facilities, and there are from basic to luxurious accommodations to stay the night at Beppu Kyushu Suginoi Hotel. Bathing suits can be worn at Tanayu.

8. Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas

Hot Springs National Park by Ken Lund, CC

If you are in the United States, the Hot Springs National Park in Arkansas is yet another option for natural hot springs. You can see amazing hot springs in nature, like the one pictured above, or you can visit Buckstaff Bathhouse.

Buckstaff Bathhouse by Ken Lund, CC

The Buckstaff Bathhouse has private tubs for individual use that are bathing suit optional.  A whirlpool mineral bath is $33 (January 1, 2015) and a package that includes a thermal mineral bath, a whirlpool bath, and a Swedish massage is $71, according to Buckstaff. Arkansas vacation rentals are available for visitors, and the Gables Inn, 1890 Williams Inn are just a couple of the B&Bs in Hot Springs. You’ll find others on B&B Online.

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 Hershey Spa, Pennsylvania

A delicious treatment at one of the luxury spas. Photo courtesy of Hershey Spa

The delicious chocolate treatments at the Hershey Spa, also known as the Chocolate Spa,  include the 60-minute Chocolate Fondue Wrap, an immersion in a skin recipe that incorporates the delicious sweet treat and mud. The hour-long Chocolate Fondue Wrap is $125 on weekdays $135 on weekends.

Whipped Chocolate bath, photo courtesy of Hershey Spa

 Canyon Ranch Resort, Arizona

Photo courtesy of Canyon Ranch Resort

Inside an 80,000 spa complex in Tucson, the Canyon Ranch Spa offers Asian-inspired massages and treatments as well as Western treatments. There are several Asian treatments on the spa menu, like a traditional Thai massage, called the Road Warrior massage ($165 for 50 minutes). This massage, like those at other luxury spas,  is designed to reduce soreness in muscles and reduce stress.  If you want to feel brand new again, this might be the best massage for you. Ashiatsu, Thai massages, and Shiatsu are some of the other Asian massages available.

Photo courtesy of Canyon Ranch

 Lake Austin Spa, Texas

Photo courtesy of Lake Austin Spa

The Lake Austin Spa Resort in Austin, Texas has over 100 treatments. A la carte services, full-day, and half-day packages are available. Skin treatments and body treatments at this spa will soothe, restore, and invigorate you. The Custom Comfort massage, a customized massage that sometimes includes mud and a Perfect Pomegranate body treatment (anti-aging treatment with a salt scrub) are just a couple guest favorites, and why it makes a great addition to this collection of  luxury spas.

Photo courtesy of Lake Austin Spa

The Cloister Spa, Sea Island, Georgia

Photo courtesy of Cloister Sea Island Spa

The Cloister Spa at Sea Island, a Forbes five-star facility in coastal Georgia has a few spa packages of interest, including a Fresh Start package for anyone who would like to start a new beauty and fitness regime (in a peaceful and supportive setting). The package even comes with a cooking lesson and exercise. There is also a special package for friends, lovers, and anyone who wants to look or feel glamorous.

The Spa at Terranea, California

Photo courtesy of the Terranea Spa

With a view of the Pacific Island, this California spa has three large VIP suites and 25 treatment rooms. Saunas, whirlpools and steam rooms await guests who seek pampering. Guests can also participate in yoga classes or work out in the gym at the Terranea spa.

Willow Stream Spa, Arizona

Photo courtesy of Willow Stream Spa

Willow Stream Spa at the AAA Five Diamond Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in Scottsdale, Arizona  has a cold plunge pool, a co-ed grotto for relaxing water massages,  a Eucalyptus inhalation room, a whirlpool, and other amenities. Plus, spa patrons have access to the rooftop pool at the Scottsdale Princess. The signature massage, the Well & Being Signature Journey Massage is $169 for 60 minutes and the Well & Being Facial $279 for 90 minutes.

Viceroy Spa, Florida

The Viceroy is a downtown Miami luxury spa resort that features steam rooms made of Redwood and Eucalyptus saunas. This spa has a media room where visitors can watch movies.The spa’s location makes it possible for visitors to have nice views of Key Biscayne. For those who would like a younger appearance, the $220, 50-minute HydraFacial, which exfoliates and hydrates. If you are in the mood for the best massage to relieve your stress, the Signature Massage at the Viceroy is $140 for 50-minutes.

Setai Miami, Florida

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Setai/Leading Hotels of the World

How about having a treatment in an oceanview suite? For a thorough beauty treatment (and a stress-free day of pampering and relaxation) the Setai has a package called the Setai Pampering Ritual. The package includes a foot massage, facial, and the all-so-important service of valet parking, all for $300.

Bellagio Spa, Nevada

The best massage menu i s yours at the Bellagio. Photo courtesy of the Bellagio Spa

Vegas is well-known for it’s gambling venues, but Vegas is also big on spas. Are you in the mood for a massage? The spa at the beautiful Bellagio has plenty of massages for its guests. The massages are categorized by type. In the World Therapies category is the Ashiatsu massage pictured above. Massage therapists massage using their feet. An Ashiatsu massage, about 50 minutes long, is $175 Mondays thru Thursdays and $185 Fridays and Saturdays. Other massage categories at the Bellagio include, poolside massages, aquatic massages, and Bellagio’s signature massages.

 Mii Amo, Arizona

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Treatment Room, Photo courtesy of Di Mii Amo

Mii Amo, a 24-000 square-foot healing spa in Sedona, Arizona  is one of the top destination spas, not only in the United States, but in the world. Services at Mii Amo range from healthy living consultations to body treatments. Massages at Mii Amo can help relieve stress, sooth sore muscles, or a combination of the two. Mii Amo’s Signature Facial encompasses turquoise stones and indigenous ingredients. It $160 for 60 minutes. Select from all-inclusive services ranging from three-day to seven-day programs.

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More and more individuals are moving away from tradition medicine and opting for alternative, more exotic methods of treatment and therapy to release toxins from the body. Whether you desire a hot stone massage, a seaweed wrap or a full body scrub, there is a luxurious detoxification spa just for you. Rejuvenate your body and restore the mind, body and spirit connection at one of the top 5 spas, nestled in the hills of a beautiful country or on the outskirts of the metropolitan area. Here is a list of the top 5 luxury spas to detox: offering the most exotic forms of treatment.

Six Senses Hideaway Zighy Bay, Oman

With mountains on one side, vast sandy beach on the other, this spa sits on the northern Musandam Peninsula. You can expect an exhilarating mint and basil exfoliating scrub, after which a body mask of purified gold and clay is painted on. Gold infused oils are used to massage the scalp, face and body to bring this experience to a close. A room and basic spa packages start at $690.

The Spa at the Hotel Hersey, Hersey PA

If you are a chocolate lover and seeking one of the top luxury spas to detox this is the place to be. Indulge yourself in everything chocolate; choose from a creamy vanilla and caramel facial scrub. Cocoon your body in layers of chocolate, a deep tissue cocoa massage or a relaxing bath of whipped cocoa. These decadent spa packages begin at $175/80 mins.

Spa Radiance, San Francisco

Luxury is at its best at this spa. Immerse yourself in a pure organic experience. Clothe your body in a mixture of almond minerals, Hungarian chocolate and green tea, completed with an extravagant massage ($235/100 mins.). For $750 receive a Grand Luxe Facial, fit for royalty. Imagine the use of diamonds to exfoliate/peel your skin, micro-current to provide a gentle face-lift accompanied an Omega 6 and protein eye treatment, a mask made of caviar and finishing with LED light therapy.

Mandarin Oriental, NYC

This spa is located on the 35th floor of the Time Warner Center with a spectacular view of Central Park and the Hudson River. This coveted spa has serviced celebrities like Rihanna, Brad Pitt and Beyoncé. Reserve an extended stay or take advantage of the 24 hour spa package. Begin your treatment with an oxygen-based serum to stimulate circulation, followed by a heating and cooling procedure. Silicone cups are used to extract toxins and sea salt from the Himalayas are applied for total purification. Choose the Amethyst Steam Room or allow water to cascade down your body from the rain forest shower to complete your rejuvenation. You can request a variety of add-ons to your package, ranging from $220/50mins. – $975/3 hrs.

Of all of the luxury spas to detox the Hotel Victor, Spa V, South Beach is one of the best. Kick back, relax and enjoy the detoxification and hydration shower bars of the shower-room in this European style spa. Select a treatment from the expansive spa menu. Whether you choose an authentic Turkish 50 min. treatment at $200 session, and experience the exfoliating as you lay on a heated marble bed. There’s a 60min., $150 massage to relax tensed muscles and realign the body. Spa-goers can also choose to lie in a bath of Evian mineral water to detox and bring wholeness to the body. The treatment concludes with a rose petal shower. The Evian bath can be yours for $5000.

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