Spa Therapy In Belize: Naturally Sourced Ingredients

Seaweed treatments

A surprising element to many spa treatments in Belize is seaweed. Like any plant type, there are numerous varieties of seaweed and some are very beneficial as food, skin treatments, and dietary additives. In Belize, seaweed farming has been growing in popularity for the past few years as a sustainable alternative to traditional fishing. Many coastal communities depend on the sea and Belize’s Barrier Reef to support their families. In an effort to prevent overfishing while still working in the sea and earning a living, a seaweed co-op was created in Placencia Village.

Seaweed is a main ingredient for facials and other spa treatments. When boiled down and mixed with jojoba oil and vitamin E, it makes a fantastic microdermabrasion scrub to exfoliate the skin. If you choose to make it into a mask, expect it to increase your circulation to restore a rosy glow to your skin. Dull and dehydrated skin becomes rejuvenated and refreshed.

Coconut oil treatments

One of the most useful plants in the diverse tropical climate of Belize is the humble coconut palm. Having gained popularity worldwide, coconut oil is now a staple in many homes for a wide variety of uses. It’s earned itself a permanent starring role in many Belizean spa treatments due to its antioxidants, benefits as a carrier oil, and wide availability. Sourced right from the farmer in Orange Walk Town, the oil extraction process results in oil that is fresh, pure, and never diluted.

Cacao treatments

Belize is a proud producer of cacao, with many small farms offering bean-to-bar chocolate. Take advantage of this abundant luxury ingredient and try a chocolate facial. Pure cocoa powder is mixed with local honey and then gently painted onto your skin. This simple two-ingredient treatment is super moisturizing, and is a great compliment to a beach-side massage.

Aloe treatments

Getting too much sun is easy to do while enjoying all that Belize has to offer. Choose a skin treatment with aloe vera to soothe sunbaked shoulders. No need to bring the green tube of aloe along, aloe plants grow easily in the tropics and the fresh gel is extracted just prior to your spa treatment for maximum freshness and the purest ingredients. This is especially beneficial for sensitive skin as there are no harsh chemicals or additives.

Book an appointment now!

When booking your appointment with any resort, look for a spa provider that has a team of certified massage and spa therapists that offer treatments created in-house and made from scratch. The simple list of ingredients for each treatment lets you rest easy knowing that there are no unnecessary chemicals. You deserve to escape into a timeless space and be pampered with nutrient-rich naturally resourced spa materials.

This article is sponsored by Sandy Point Resorts on Ambergris Caye.