A head spa is a treatment for the scalp and hair: the scalp is assessed, exfoliated and cleansed, then massaged with warm oil, steamed, masked and rinsed. At Arogya Studio in Colindale it is done the Ayurvedic way, with a herbal oil chosen for your scalp and marma (pressure point) massage for the head, neck and shoulders. Sessions last from 45 minutes to 2 hours and cost £85 to £155.
The steps will be familiar if you have had a Korean or Japanese head spa. What is different here is the oil therapy at the centre of it, and that every treatment is given by Dr Priyanka herself in a private room.
Also known as: Scalp treatment, hair spa, Korean-style head spa
Options and prices
The one most people start with. A scalp assessment, exfoliation and deep cleanse, followed by herbal oil, scalp marma massage, a neck and shoulder massage, steam, a hydrating hair mask and a waterfall rinse.
Good for: A regular monthly reset, or a first head spa.
£100
The full version, with more time on every step: a personalised scalp assessment, deep cleanse and exfoliation, a herbal oil chosen for your constitution, extended scalp marma massage, neck and shoulder massage, steam, a customised hair mask and a waterfall rinse.
Good for: When you want two unhurried hours and the complete ritual.
£155
A shorter treatment for when time is tight: a double scalp cleanse to lift build-up, a relaxing scalp massage and a conditioning treatment.
Good for: A lunchtime reset, or a first taste of a head spa.
Scalp and hair oil therapy
A scalp and hair therapy built around a herbal oil chosen for your scalp and constitution, with scalp marma massage, steam and a customised herbal hair mask. Designed to support scalp health and stronger, healthier-looking hair.
Good for: Dry scalp, dry or brittle hair, or hair that has changed after a stressful period.
£125
What to expect
Every treatment is given by Dr Priyanka Balachandar in a private room at the studio in Colindale.
Questions
£85 for the 45-minute Express Head Spa, £100 for the 60-minute Arogya Head Spa Ritual and £155 for the 2-hour Signature Ayurvedic Head Spa. The 75-minute Ayurvedic Hair Growth Treatment is £125.
The steps are similar: scalp assessment, cleansing, massage, steam and rinse. The Ayurvedic version adds warm herbal oil chosen for your scalp and constitution (dosha), and marma point massage for the scalp, neck and shoulders.
The Arogya and Signature head spas finish with a waterfall rinse. If you would like a full shampoo, conditioner and towel dry, add the 30-minute Hair Wash for £40.
Yes. All hands-on treatments at Arogya Studio are for women only, in a private room with Dr Priyanka. Consultations are open to everyone.
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Tell Priyanka how you are feeling and she will suggest a treatment. No pressure, and no obligation to book.
