From gua sha to glass skin, TikTok has continued to ignite some of the most viral beauty trends in 2023.
Following the rise of the low-maintenance ‘clean-girl’ trend, many beauty fanatics have begun to swap their Sephora shopping list for spa treatments, with the head spa now topping the list for a coveted self-care day.
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After going viral for its ultra-relaxing ASMR-style treatment, head spas have quickly become one of the most popular new beauty services, with the #headspa racking up over 627 million views on TikTok.
Keen to try out the latest beauty trend for yourself? Scroll down to find out where you can experience Australia’s most viral head spa treatments.
What is a head spa?
While traditional spa treatments may focus on either the face or the body, a head spa is dedicated exclusively to the scalp.
Originating in Japan, head spas, also known as scalp or hair spas, centre around detoxifying and rebalancing the scalp and hair through a series of stimulating head and neck massages, hair washing, and scalp analysis.
Head spa treatments not only feel amazing, but they can also help to stimulate hair growth and alleviate a number of inflammatory scalp issues.
Where are the best TikTok famous head spas in Australia?
Koda Cutters | Queen Victoria Building, Sydney
Located in the heart of Sydney, Koda Cutters salon went viral in early 2023 after launching their now TikTok famous “hair facial” service.
The five-step treatment promises to transform your locks from dehydrated and brittle to soft and moisturised in just one hour, with the results visible for weeks post-treatment.
The treatment kicks off the relaxation with a soothing aromatherapy head, neck, and shoulder massage before being transferred over to the basin where your stylist will massage a detoxifying clay mask onto dry hair.
After your hair has been double shampooed with Koda’s signature Davines range, you will be able to select one of five treatment masks specialised to your specific hair concerns before treating your hair to a steam session in Koda’s TikTok famous steam basin.
Koda’s luxurious hair facial and dry-off will set you back $100, with full blow-dry styling available as an add-on for an additional cost.
Keen to keep up the spa experience at home? You can shop the entire range of Davines’ sustainable haircare online now at Adore Beauty.
The Head Spa by Hikari | Glen Iris, Melbourne
If you’re after a fully immersive Japanese-style head spa experience, The Head Spa by Hikari in Melbourne is one of TikTok’s favourites.
Loved across social media for its signature waterfall-style hair shower halo and cold-globe facial massages, The Head Spa offers a variety of treatment packages for a truly customisable self-care day.
If one treatment isn’t enough, The Head Spa offers an array of add-ons that include everything from a sparkling water head bath to an anti-aging hydro-dhara scalp treatment for a truly unique self-care day.
For the ultimate pampering experience, The Head Spa offers a dedicated 90-minute relaxation experience complete with scalp analysis, personalised treatment, eye mask, neck massage, foot soak, and basic facial treatment for $260.
Varsana | West End, Brisbane
Dubbed Australia’s first Yume head bath, Varsana’s minimalist aesthetic and tranquil TikToks have quickly transformed Varsana’s head spa experience into one of the most popular on social media.
Located in Brisbane’s Salon Lane, Varsana offers a 90-minute head spa ritual that aims to rejuvenate the health of your scalp while also relaxing the body and mind.
For $275, Varsana’s signature treatment takes you through a series of aromatherapy and shiatsu massages, steam cap therapy, hair and scalp toner, Yume head bath, and smoothing blow-dry.
The Scalp Spa | Bankstown, Sydney
With over 45,000 followers on TikTok, The Scalp Spa is a must-visit for anyone on the hunt for a viral ASMR-style experience.
For the full TikTok experience, The Scalp Spa’s 90-minute Signature Scalpcial treatment is the way to go. The treatment is centred around deep cleansing, exfoliation, and hydration for not only your scalp, but also your face, with the treatment also including a mini facial and head, neck, and shoulder massage.
The Scalp Spa also offers specialised treatments to help alleviate common scalp conditions such as dandruff, scalp acne, psoriasis, and seborrhoeic dermatitis, with the total treatment cost coming in at $289.
For Canberrans eager to test out the viral scalp treatment, The Scalp Spa are set to open its second location in November 2023 in the heart of the ACT.
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