Baccarat Hotel's Spa de La Mer, in New York, NY
Arriving at the Baccarat Hotel, there is a feeling of luxury with the beautiful entrance, structures made of Baccarat crystal. I took the elevator down to Spa de La Mer, which is recommended to use the amenities of gym and steam room prior to the facial. Upon getting ready for my facial, I received a nice reception and she thoroughly read my fact sheet I filled out prior to the appointment and noted a few questions, I felt I was in good hands. The 60-minute facial was everything and more than I hoped for. A lot of facials I have received from different spas involve steaming, extraction and then they leave you alone for a couple of masks that take up the full 60 minutes. Not this facial, every moment was filled with the essentials plus massaging the critical areas I mentioned, while receiving the masks. I truly enjoyed the experience and my skin looked luminous afterwards.
Overview
Two legendary brands, esteemed French crystal brand Baccarat and ultra-prestige skincare brand La Mer, have collaborated to launch La Mer’s first full service spa in the world, Spa de La Mer at the recently opened Baccarat Hotel & Residences New York. The inaugural Spa de la Mer collects from the heritage of Baccarat and La Mer, two brands synonymous with luxury and craftsmanship, to offer guests perfectly executed indulgence.
Spa de la Mer at Baccarat Hotel & Residences New York is tucked away below the hotel’s entrance and designed to recall luxurious moments by the sea. The four intimate treatment rooms are a marriage of luxury and tranquility, capturing the healing energies of the sea to create a unique sense of well-being.
Each treatment immerses guests in the hallmarks of La Mer as healing energies and precious ingredients impart a profound sense of balance and tranquility. Soothing waves of sound reminiscent of the seaside and the vibrational energies of tuning forks harmonize mind and body and bring skin back to its center.
A magnificent 55-foot indoor swimming pool and whirlpool complement the spa, offerings guests and residents a watery haven replete with dreamy daybeds.
La Mer products are complimentary in suite-level accommodations at the hotel and are available for purchase at Spa de La Mer.
Spa de la Mer is located at Baccarat Hotel & Residences New York at 28 W 53rd Street; Spa hours are 10 AM to 6 PM; Reservations can be made by dialing (212) 790-8910.
THE SIGNATURE TREATMENTS: A SNAPSHOT
The La Mer Baccarat Facial: A bespoke collaboration between La Mer and Baccarat Paris, this multi- sensorial facial treatment brings the story of Baccarat to life. Skin journeys through the elements of crystal creation via deep breathing, diamond-powder exfoliation, warming massage with signature Victory Stones and a cooling Icy Crystal Star technique. Skin emerges reflecting the spirit of Baccarat: flawless clarity, translucency and ultimate radiance. (90 minutes)
The La Mer Body Treatment: Luxuriate in a superbly restorative service that treats you to La Mer from top to toe. Skin is polished and refined with pure diamond powder, leaving it soft, smooth and supple. A signature blend of stretching, shiatsu, acupressure and Swedish massage help enhance circulation, balance energies and encourage an overall sense of wellbeing. (60 minutes)
Other treatments include: The La Mer Purifying Facial (60 Minutes), The La Mer Miracle Broth Facial (90 Minutes), The La Mer Custom Facial (90 Minutes), Swedish Massage (all massages offered for 60 or 90 minutes), Deep Tissue Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Aromatherapy Massage, Sports Massage, Mother-to-Be Massage, Body Scrub (30 minutes) and Fresh Hydrating Wrap (90 minutes).
DESIGN
Hotel designers Gilles & Boissier envisioned the spa to be reminiscent of a luxurious European seaside retreat, with vaulted tent-like ceilings. The design of Spa de la Mer brings the La Mer brand to life with luxurious textures and a soothing color palette. Rich bespoke materials in warm champagne and bronze tones are inspired by the signature ingredient found in all La Mer products, The Miracle BrothTM. The reception area is accented with a calming golden ocean visual, while Italian marble floors and white washed planks line the hallways. Each treatment room is adorned with a beautiful mural of sea kelp hand painted by New York artists, Lynda White and Jeff Wood. Custom Baccarat crystal sconces line the space, casting a warm glow.
Adjacent to the spa intimate treatment rooms, Gilles & Boissier installed luxurious canopied day beds and lined the bottom of the 55-foot swimming pool with black and white tiles, reminiscent of a sunken ballroom.
Article + Opening paragraph by Alison Hernon, Editor-In-Chief, PhotoBook Magazine
Tearsheets by Chenglin Qu, Graphic Design Intern, PhotoBook Magazine
*All photos by Baccarat Hotel
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