Loews Santa Monica Beach Unveils New Spa

Designed and managed by Plus One Health Management, Ocean Spa & Fitness' eco-friendly design elements include Ecoresin panels made from 40 percent post-industrial recycled resin; Armstrong sustainable ceiling tiles; reclaimed-wood furniture pieces; Mondo recycled rubber floors; and Shaw carpet with Cradle to Cradle Certification.

The renovation also includes new cardio equipment by Technogym, including six treadmills, seven elliptical machines, three exercise bikes, one rowing machine, one Excite top hand machine and two cardio waves, each equipped with an iPod docking station and a personal television. In addition, three interactive Expresso bikes allow guests to enjoy a side-by-side racing experience. A group fitness studio offers a variety of classes, including yoga, spinning, dance, mat Pilates and body sculpting.

In addition to aesthetic changes, the spa's wellness experiences have also been revamped to include organic attributes. The Aroma Synergy massage and Stream of Consciousness scalp treatment incorporate certified organic essential oils by Red Flower. Spa-goers choose from a variety of blends, including Indian jasmine, French lavender and Icelandic moonflower, to help enhance their healing experience. Red Flower is an eco-responsible company that uses sustainably harvested ingredients, biodegradable products and recycled packaging.

Other spa experiences offered in the spa's four treatment rooms include Moor mud wraps, buff body treatments, beauty flash facials and the signature Beachcomber massage with heated tiger clam shells infused with mineral-rich kelp and sea water. Several of these treatments incorporate Pevonia Botanica products. A member of the Organic Trade Association, Pevonia is a leader in botanical skincare largely for its environmental endeavors, including paraben- and chemical-free products, post-consumer recycled bottles and biodegradable packaging.

Additional spa amenities include manicures and pedicures, a full-service hair salon, a boutique, men's and women's lounges with dry saunas and eucalyptus steam rooms, personalized fitness programs, nutritional coaching, and educational seminars.

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