Although many recognise Lush for its bustling store, filled with bright, boastful products and scents that drift onto Cardiff’s Queen Street, tucked away upstairs lies a spa that feels like a different world entirely. Replacing the store’s energy with the gentle sound of birdsong, Lush invites guests into a sanctuary of tranquillity, a space that restores balance and allows a drift into calmness. While the spa offers everything from massages to sound baths, the most recent addition to its menu is the Rewilding Facial Spa Treatment.
The 50-minute lifting facial is designed to restore the skin, self and earth by combining skin therapy techniques with products that ground you in nature and give back to the planet. After experiencing the treatment, it became clear that the Rewilding Facial is as much a sensory escape as it is a treat for your skin.
The Seven-Step Routine – Nurturing the Skin with Nature in Mind
The experience began with a consultation with my massage therapist, Liz, who presented a palette of seven beautifully arranged products, each representing a stage of the facial. She explained every step with such impressive knowledge, inviting me to smell and try the products as she outlined their benefits for the skin and the responsibly sourced ingredients behind them. It was here that the facial’s theme, a return to the natural world and kindness to the planet, truly came to life and left me eager to immerse myself in being at one with nature.
Before heading into the treatment room, I checked out the toilet and shower facilities and was delighted to find a generous selection of Lush products, including their perfumes, body wash and hair care. The clean and fresh décor of each space really reinforced a sense of luxury, making the experience feel extra special and setting the tone for the treatment to come.
The Treatment – A Full Sensory Journey
After tucking myself into the heated bed, Liz swept my hair back and began a double cleanse using beautifully soft brushes and a warm mitt. As the pampering unfolded, a soothing folk soundtrack filled the room, a piece recorded in-house exclusively for the Rewilding Facial. The blend of music and massage felt like a little escape for all of the senses, with the brush strokes moving in time to the gentle rhythm.
To firm and brighten my skin, the Ayesha face mask was applied and as it worked its magic, my head, neck and shoulders were treated to a much-needed pressure massage. The tension I had been carrying quickly melted away, leaving me in a near-meditative state as the hand-picked natural soundscape calmed both my mind and body.
The highlight, however, came when the music shifted into a livelier tempo. Liz mirrored the rhythm with fast, light pinching and tapping techniques as she worked a serum into my skin. I felt my face awaken as it was sculpted and drained, leaving my complexion brighter, more lifted and glowing with freshness. I have never experienced such a unique way to detox the skin and it felt incredible!
After the warmth from the lymphatic drainage techniques, a cool jelly face mask was smoothed over my skin which gave a revitalising contrast of sensations. This was followed by a refreshing toner to balance the skin, then a double application of moisturiser that delivered deep hydration.
Before I knew it, the treatment had come to an end and as I looked into the mirror, I could hardly believe how defined and radiant my face appeared after just one session.
The Lounge – A Home Away From Home
I was then welcomed into the lounge, where a probiotic drink awaited me, garnished with dried sweet pea petals. It was the perfect refreshing finish to an incredible facial and exactly the kind of thoughtful detail that elevated the experience. The lounge itself had a warming ambience with homely décor, the sound of birds chirping, an array of products to try and fresh fruit and lemon water available.
Sinking into an armchair, I enjoyed the loveliest conversations with staff and was even treated to an indulgent hand and arm massage using some of my all-time favourite Lush scents. I was also lucky enough to have a sneak peek at the upcoming Sticky Dates Book a Bath treatment, something I may not be able to resist on my next visit.
Final Thoughts – An Unforgettable Spa Experience
Overall, the attentiveness of the staff, the gorgeously designed space and the truly unique treatments make the Lush Spa shine as one of the best in the area. Feeling completely pampered and smelling amazing, I would wholeheartedly recommend Lush Spa’s treatments, whether as a well-deserved escape for yourself or a gift for someone special.
Reviewed by Katie Bowen
Vistit: https://www.lush.com/
59-61 Queen Street, Cardiff
