Inaria Spa at Intercontinental Hotel Jakarta

Hello lovelies,

some time ago, I went to Inaria Spa during their grand and official opening. After a while with the status 'soft opening' now Inaria Spa at Intercontinental Hotel are in full service with every little details taken care of. I see perfection in almost every corner and wish for a perfected one in the near future, but for me so far, Inaria Spa is one of the best hotel spa in Jakarta.

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I went here with an invitation from Juara as well, why? Since Juara has their own two signature treatment at Inaria Spa, one for the body (body polish) and one for the face (Juara Signature Facial Treatment) in which I tried on that day. Juara products also sold at the premise.

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INARIA SPA AT INTERCONTINENTAL JAKARTA PONDOK INDAH

INTRODUCES JUARA SIGNATURE TREATMENTS

Jakarta, Indonesia - InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah has opened its doors in the affluent

Pondok Indah area in the heart of South Jakarta, marking the latest addition to the InterContinen-

tal® Hotels & Resorts brand in Indonesia.

Guests seeking to revitalise their body, mind and soul are welcome to rejuvenate at Inaria Spa. The

Spa is a true reflection of the rich culture and heritage of Indonesia, with indigenous treatments, uti-

lising the apothecary blend bar and natural botanical and herbal elements. Inaria Spa honours a phi-

losophy rooted in physical, emotional and spiritual balance, inviting guests to experience a journey

through the ancient healing traditions of Indonesia. From the sprawling rice fields of Bali to the rug-

ged peaks of Borneo, each Spa journey reveals a path towards greater harmony. Guiding guests to a

more holistic way of life, Inaria Spa uses recipes and customs handed down through generations to

create authentic remedies from indigenous fruits, herbs and roots.

“We are pleased to introduce Inaria Spa to our guests,” said Anil Pathak, General Man-

ager of InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah. “With its holistic treatments, coupled

with our exclusive range of spa and skincare products from Juara, guests can expect a

naturally luxurious journey that rejuvenates the mind, body and soul.”

Creating space for positive transformation, Inaria Spa offers an opportunity for healing and revival

that resonates long after leaving the treatment room. The Spa’s holistic approach is designed to tune

into physical, emotional and spiritual states, promoting an organic healing process.

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To enhance the authentic balance between body and soul, Inaria Spa has announced a harmonious

relationship with JUARA, where herbal tradition meets botanical science. Inspired by JAMU, the

herbal healing tradition of Indonesia, JUARA combines ancient beauty rituals and herbal medicinal

practices with the best of modern science to create a luxurious and indulgent problem-solution

range of skincare and body care products.

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JUARA has been developed by Metta Murdaya, Yoshiko Roth, Jill Sung and Tami Chuang, who shared a vision to develop an elegant, effective, and socially conscious skincare line combining their Eastern and Western cultures to embody the natural beauty and inner strength of women.

“We chose the name JUARA because it means ‘winner' and ‘champion’ in Bahasa,”

states Ms. Murdaya. “The name embodies our commitment to help women champion

their natural beauty, and it also signifies the spirit and values that compelled us to cre-

ate JUARA: to be champions of our own destiny by being true to who we are. As a di-

verse team of multi-cultural, eternally curious people, we believe that every woman is

born a champion and born naturally beautiful. Our mission is to help empower her to

let her natural beauty and personal confidence shine.”

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Featuring high concentrations of powerful and exotic active botanicals, such as turmeric, kombucha,

clove, tamarind, candlenut oil, healing teas and red sandalwood, JUARA combines time-honoured

recipes for skin health and wellbeing with the best modern skin care innovations to deliver treat-

ments of the highest quality. With luscious textures that nourish the skin, captivating scents that de-

light, and products that deliver results while promoting balance and radiance, JUARA provides a lav-

ish Indonesian spa escape. Some of the exclusive treatments of Inaria Spa featuring JUARA

include:

JUARA SIGNATURE FACIAL | 60 MINUTES | IDR 1,050.000++

Inspired by Jamu, the herbal healing tradition of Indonesia, this treatment cleanses, lightly exfoliates

and gently massages the skin with a combination of targeted lifting techniques. The use of a precious

rose quartz gem roller encourages cell reparation and skin rejuvenation.

JUARA SIGNATURE body polish | 45 MINUTES | IDR 500.000++

JUARA signature body treatment with Indonesia candlenut scrub for light body exfoliation followed

by candlenut body crème. Leaving your skin clean, smooth and moist.

Last 11 April 2019, Inaria Spa in collaboration with JUARA, hosted an afternoon soiree

at the hotel’s The Studios, featuring multi awarded Indonesian singer and actress Dira

Sugandi as the skincare brand’s ambassador. Ms. Sugandi’s prolific career has spanned

hits in the United Kingdom, Japan and her native Indonesia, and she has also sang duets

with celebrated Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, as well as American singer/songwriter

Jason Mraz.

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Impressive isn't it? From the spa concept and execution it's all well planed. Everything start from the entrance where they have Inaria Spa logo and there's a herb and spices bar where we can see all the ingredients introducing the key factor of their spa. Moreover, everything is chosen by the grades, so they don't just collect any ginger or tumeric on the market, they choose them from reputable supplier for best quality possible.

Is everything great here? For me, almost,
I do have minor suggestion, some tiles at hot and cold bath in the changing room need better finishing as some particles are coming off and it rather weird, like plastic residue here and there wherever I sat. But other than that, it's wonderful. 

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I understand that this is their final renovation and it's sometime can be challenging with these tiny details but I'm sure, they'll get it.

And talking about their changing room (which is facility in the Spa which you can freely use with any treatment that you  bought) is amazing. Most 5 stars hotels around the world has these facilities but nowadays they kinda reducing, lowering their budget and so on, well, Inaria Spa is making me excited again, I love all of these extras, like their sauna and steam rooms too along with an ice bath.

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Walk further from the changing room (separated from men and women) there's an area where you could just relax and unwind. Before or mostly after a spa, we sometime doesn't want to get back to reality just yet, we like to pause and take a moment or perhaps have a sip of coffee or tea, we can, in a semi private area with dimmed light.

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Now, let's go back to Juara since the main reason I'm here is to try their Signature Facial Treatment, all of the showcase are about Juara Beauty products and what they offer to every customer. Yes, there are other treatments also offered by Inaria Spa.

Those who followed by instagram @Carnellin must have known about the IG stories I put where I walked into so many rooms with many treatments offered as well.

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The rooms also offered options for certain treatment or situation like there's rooms for singles and 1 room for couple. All of them consist of a shower room and bath room for couple. There's one special bed for Madura's treatment, kinda like a shiatsu where the therapist will hold on on top, so her body weight is contained properly. Some of the staffs said that the treatment is more famous with the male patrons as I think the massage could be more suitable as deep tissue. It does help loosen up those stiff muscles on shoulder areas or others like their back or thighs. Some athletes who prolonged a certain exorcise also need help with their waist, hopefully someday I can try this treatment too.

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Below is Juara's body polish and body cream with candle-nut, the smells is so good and somehow calming yet relaxing. I really love their products especially these. They both made my skin feels so smooth and comfortable. First apply the body polish, it will help remove all dead skin cells and then boost micro circulation, rinse everything off after a few circular massaging movement, apply the body cream until absorbed and enjoy the sensual and soft feeling of your feels-like-new skin that also smells so aromatic and fragrant.

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Here are the prices and treatments at Inaria Spa, do click on each of the images to see it larger view.

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And the prices of each of the products by Juara sold at Inaria Spa.

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I do recommend trying Juara Signature Facial Treatment for being so good and super comfortable. My skin feels moist and I'm relaxed from head and toes and it skipped most part of the body heehee. But next time I'll come back to try on their body treatment.

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The treatment starts with cleansing the food with massage and scrubs too. And then we moved on to the bed. I look like I'm naked there but no worries, disposable panties is provided along with body robe, shower cap, slippers and everything you possibly need like hair dryer, body lotions, shampoo, conditioner, body shop, and fresh clean towels in your private room.

The face is cleaned, massaged, pampers with deep cleansing, exfoliating, mask and sealed everything off with serum and moisturizer, all by Juara.

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Imagine spending a day here, enjoying everything they can offer, unwind, relax and just have your day away from the stress. There's no rush here, no need to worry about when you want to leave, there's relaxing room, there's facilities and locker you could use. Call them and made appointment. You wont regret it! The couple room can be used by anyone from mom and dad to mom and daughter, besties, and so on.

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Thank you so much and see you again soon!!

Raffles Spa Experience

Hello lovelies,

yesterday was a wonderful day for me, having a day on my own it's like a break all full time mom need.

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Arriving at Raffles Hotel Jakarta around 1 PM and I went on to the 14th floor where the spa located.

I was greeted by the staff, the male staff is super nice and polite. The spa smells so good, the aromatherapy really works in making me feel comfortable.

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My appointment is at 3 o'clock, I was early since I want to use their facility first and I was told that it help the clients to relax before the treatments and we can also cleans ourselves up.

I was ushered to the female changing room area, separated from the males. There are also couple's room, however, the changing room are still separated.

You can use the facility or go directly to your room for the preferred treatment.

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I was here because they have an excellent facility I can use. Anyone who purchase their treatment can use the facility.

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From lockers, fresh towels to basic amenities all are here. We can just come and have a relaxing time.

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Shower rooms, restrooms to dressing area is available. It's unlike a huge gym where everything in lot but it was enough for 2 persons at a time or take turns. Hence the spa only received appointments where they can help assisting customers privacy.

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When I was there, around 2 hours there are no other customer, until around 3-4 PM, perhaps since it was near afternoon or shower time.

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Aside from clients like me, there are regular members, they purchase an annual membership and enjoy the benefit of their facility from gym, spa, to staying in the hotel with discounted prices.

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Restroom and resting areas also provided, please do look into my instagram account @Carnellin where I share live updates. The stone chairs are heated and very comfortable too.

The staffs even encourage me to rest a while on those chairs and enjoy the therapeutic benefit.

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Lemon infused water are also available, but unfortunately, even after so many guess coming after me, none of them are replenished even until I was about to head out around 5 pm.

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There's steam room that really hot and do read all the precautions before entering.

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After steaming, we are advised to use the ice on the ice fountain to cool down and help the pores to be closed

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It was similar to shaved ice or snow.

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And then, the highlight of the premise, shower experience.

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We can choose from Caribbean Storm, Cool Mist, and Caribbean Monsoon. Each of them offer unique experience that involves temperature, different water particle size or texture, sound and aroma. Yes, they come in this beautiful aromas too.

Do watch my insta post as I made live video for all three shower experiences.

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The lights can goes from blue, to green, pinks and purple too, So pretty. I love all of them. Cool mist was the fastest one and suitable for cooling down while Caribbean Monsoon made me feel like I was in the middle of a heavy rain fall in the middle of the sea.

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After having a time of my life playing with all those water in many forms, it is time to get ready for my treatment. There's a place to dry my hair and amenities such as face cleanser, toner, body spray, and hair spray plus hair dryer too.

Body lotion and cotton pad, cotton bud also available.

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My treatment start with a skin check.

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Janus is connected to a computer where all the analysis are provided instantly. We can see what our skin condition at the moment and what is needed so the right products can be applied onto my skin during the treatment.

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Seems like my skin was dehydrated and the amount of sebum on the skin is too much to compensate for the dryness.

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Then, it was treatment time. I went for a facial, a basic one that was planned for 60 minutes.

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The room is perfect for one customer, the bed is comfortable and the blanket is warm.

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All of the procedure using Gaylia's products. From cleanser, scrub, face oil, eye gel, serum and cream.

The facial was relaxing with many massages involves, but somehow my cheeks are bit pain, perhaps due to the numerous wiping and cleansing that day.

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All the treatment started with a quick foot spa. Scrub and oils are massaged, it begins the journey of a comfortable spa moment.

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Overall,

I enjoy my time at the spa, it was unique, comfortable and I can really take my time there. No rush, no stress, the time stops.

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Hope to see you again Raffles Spa, definitely coming back for more.

In Staying a 3-4 Star Hotel, Tips and How To Make The Most of It (Stuffs)

Hi all! Recently, I stayed in a 4 star hotel that pretty famous and thinking about the stuff that have been lying in the hotels which is their freebies. Yes, the toiletries.

I've stayed in a 5 star hotel before and their toiletries was superb, branded and known for high quality, so the stuffs there wasn't difficult to be used and love most of them ^__^ but when you stayed in a 3-4 stars hotel where the brand and quality of the toiletries are doubtful, I got some tips for you to make them useful :)

Let's start from Soap Bar that really too dry to be used on your skin but hey, you've paid all of them as well, you can bring 'em home and use it to protect your feet from the pain of a new shoes, especially on your upper heels. Rub a dry soap bar on every edges and sides that might be painful, it will give enough wax and gentler to the skin down there. 

Or when you're still in the hotel, soap bar and liquid soap can be used as a detergent for your laundry. Undergarments or accidents can be cleaned by them nicely :) It wont clean hard stain, but at least daily dirt are gone.

And the liquid soaps can also be made into bubble bath (if bath tub is provided), or when you still think it is too drying just use it as a foot soak with a warm water, it'll help easing those hardship during traveling ^__^

Now, let's see the toothbrush just looking at it makes my gums screamed, yes, don't use it for cleaning your teeth, bring them home to clean your tap on the sink, or those hard-to-reach places. In the hotel I use it to clean my sandals or shoe (when the time persist), yes, the soap bar comes in handy as well.

For the toothpaste, I found them unpleasant to be used, so with the toothbrush I use them together to clean my jewelery, be gentle thou' some might scratch the surface.

 

Cotton bud,  as told by ENT it is a big no-no to used them for your ear canal, so use it for make up is my best option and I don't think any of you need to wonder how to make the best out of a cotton bud ^__^

 

Shaving kits, I really like them on the hotels since the new one always so sharp and most of them have the cream/foam as well. But careful, some can be too sharp, test it on your legs first. 

 

Stuff like nail board and shower cap is just a necessity, sewing kits are important too. But there are more things you can do while staying in a hotel and make them more worth every penny, like if you used to do your hair dye at home, do it in a hotel and you can save lot's of money on the water, yes, you do need a lot to rinse them right? But careful not to stain the towels, so make sure you rinse them well. Or do a hair mask, body scrub, etc.

Last but not least hotel always means comfort, bring your face mask also and have a great pampering time for a maximum comfort and absorption of all the juices from your mask.