Pamper yourself with traditional and modern hair treatment
Pamper yourself with traditional and modern hair treatment
Susanna Tjokro
Contributor
Jakarta
Svenson, Gaya Spa, Gondo Wangi Sariaji and Secret Professionnel
are among the places that offer a variety of hair and scalp
treatments.
Perhaps you have heard their names, but you may wonder what
really distinguishes one from another. Each of them tries to
offer "something different", be it in traditional or modern
treatment methods. Let's tour the salons and see what they offer.
Svenson Hair Center
Wisma 46, Kota BNI, Suite 308, 3rd floor
Jl. Jend. Sudirman Kav. I
Tel. 574 4443
Monday to Friday: 10 a.m. - 6.30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. - 3.30 p.m.
Closed on Public Holidays
Mal Puri Indah, No. 109, 1st floor
Jl. Puri Agung, Puri Indah
Tel. 582 2613
Monday to Sunday and also public holidays: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Svenson was established in London in 1956. You can find
Svenson hair centers in many countries, such as Singapore,
Taiwan, Korea, Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines.
Svenson claims, it is at the forefront of up-to-date
trichology. Trichology itself is the science of the diagnosis and
treatment of various hair and scalp problems, as explained by
Patricia Lim, the General Manager of Svenson.
Treatment starts after a discussion about your lifestyle,
habits and family history. A consultant (they're called a
trichologist, in some countries) will analyze your scalp by using
a microscopic magnifier videoscope and give you some suggestions.
The method of treatment and how many times you need to visit
Svenson will be discussed.
Upon enrollment, the 45 minute treatment begins. A therapist
washes your hair, followed by a treatment suited for specific
problems (dandruff, hair loss and so on). The therapist massages
your scalp to increase blood circulation, followed by application
of the solution on the scalp.
The therapist will apply the special solution in cross
sections on your scalp. The solution used is the prescribed
formula.
Afterward, electrotherapy (using infra red/laser) is done to
improve absorption. It is followed by steaming to allow the
solution to be absorbed into the scalp for maximum benefit,
finished by a neck massage.
One of their latest innovations is Tricho-Fusion. It is a
blend of traditional Chinese herbal extracts and the latest
western tricho-chemistry.
At Sveson, you may also choose the latest developments in hair
transplants and hair weaving procedures. Still in doubt? Just try
their free hair and scalp analysis.
Besides Jakarta, you may enjoy its treatment at Tunjungan
Plaza Surabaya too, just call (031) 5327050.
"I put my trust in Svenson, because they use modern equipment,
like laser. Well, I'm a person who believes in modern treatment,"
said Hengky, a customer.
Gaya Spa
Jl. Wolter Monginsidi No. 25
Tel. 7267648, 7267650
Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed on public holidays)
The soft blue light in the cozy treatment room relaxes your
mind. Meanwhile calming New Age music or sounds from nature and
aromatherapy soothe your mind.
"Spa Essentia uses only the best quality natural products and
the most carefully selected therapeutic grade essential oils,
herbs, flowers, roots and so on, backed by scientists," explained
Erry Alif, the public relations manager of Gaya Spa.
Some of the ingredients are imported from overseas, such as
lavender from France. He also added that Spa Essentia
Aromatherapy products are available in Singapore, Malaysia, the
U.S., Japan and Dubai.
A spa programmer will listen to your health history, habits,
lifestyle and "complaints", as the first step of hair treatment.
She will analyze your scalp manually and give you some
suggestions.
A therapist washes and dries your hair naturally. A blend of
base oil and essential oil is applied on your hair and scalp. The
special solution is made according to your hair condition
(dandruff, oily, dry or hair loss etc.) such as: a mixture of
rosemary, juniper and lavender essential oils for treating hair
loss. A blend of cedar wood and tea tree essential oils is used
to combat dandruff.
Later, enjoy the Essentia Spa cream bath session. The head is
massaged for 20 minutes, to improve blood circulation, followed
by a back massage for another 20 minutes and a 15 minute hair and
scalp steaming session.
Along with the steaming session, you may enjoy a hand massage,
while your feet benefit from a foot massage.
The therapist washes the hair again, with Spa Essentia shampoo
and conditioner, followed by hair oil application.
This 90-minute hair treatment costs Rp 99,000 (including
shampoo and blow dry). However, for hair styling expect to pay Rp
a 49,500 additional charge.
You can buy Spa Essentia products at selected Century and
Guardian pharmacies in Plaza Indonesia, Plaza Senayan, Pondok
Indah Mall and Kelapa Gading Mall. Spa Essentia Shampoo sells at
Rp 27,000 for 150 grams. Spa Essentia Cream bath, 150 gram, costs
Rp 26,500. Meanwhile, 10 ml essential oils (some of them, such as
lavender are needed for hair treatment) range from Rp 20,000 to
Rp 105,000. The best selling one is lavender (Rp 72,500).
"I'm into aromatherapy, essential oils and related products as
I believe in their benefits. That's the reason why I chose Gaya
Spa in the first place," said Tania.
Unit Perawatan Rambut Gondo Wangi Sariaji
Menara Bidakara, Suite 06, Ground floor
Jl. Gatot Subroto Kav. 71-73
Tel. 83793027, 8379328
Jl. Tebet Barat I No. 10
Tel. 8307523 - 32
Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Saturday from 9
a.m. to 4 p.m. (Closed on Sunday and public holidays)
"Back to nature" is its motto. Liem Soedarno established PT.
Gondo Wangi Sariaji in 1984. It sells various products for scalp
related problems such as dandruff and hair loss.
Pupung, its senior hair consultant says that they use 100
percent natural ingredients. For instance, in their Natur Pencuci
Rambut shampoo, palm oil extract is used for cleansing, seaweed
for conditioning, while traditional Asian formulas with medicinal
herbs are used to prevent hair loss.
"Our products contain no detergents, no coloring and no
perfume at all. So, they won't damage your hair," explained
Pupung.
He also claims that they can treat and cure various hair
problems, from hair loss caused by excessive dandruff to some
hair viruses.
"We can terminate the hair virus and promote hair regrowth,"
said Pupung. Sounds too good to be true? Just make an appointment
with him and he will share some fairly scary stories about the
virus plus some before-and-after photos of his former clients.
The ritual begins with a discussion of your lifestyle, habits
and family history. A consultant will analyze your scalp by using
a videoscope and give you some suggestions
Before shampoo, hair tonic is applied according to your hair
and scalp condition, to remove dirt, fungus and eliminate the
virus or dandruff. Then, your hair is steamed and washed. Here,
you can experience a type of magnetic acupuncture device for 15
minutes on damp hair and scalp (unlike traditional acupuncture,
needles are not used).
Personally, I thought of it as a sort of a magnetic
acupuncture hairbrush. The treatment increases blood circulation
and stimulates hair growth.
The treatment ends with hair tonic to stimulate hair growth,
prevent dandruff and hair loss.
The treatment will cost you Rp 50,000 per visit, or pay Rp
250,000 in advance, for six visits.
If you live in Surabaya or Semarang, you can try their service
too. For more information, call: (031) 5310773 and 5310909 or
(024) 318672 for Semarang.
Some of their products (such as shampoo) are sold in
supermarkets. However, most of their products are sold only in
Gondo Wangi Sariaji.
"I chose this place, simply because I like natural products as
I believe that they won't damage my hair," revealed Linda, a
customer.
Secret Professionnel Botanical Care
Tel. 3107613
Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Rudy Hadisuwarno Salon
Tel. 3107583
Plaza Indonesia Unit 6, 2nd floor
Jl. M.H. Thamrin
Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Public holidays: 12 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Pondok Indah Mall, 1st floor.
Jl. Metro Pondok Indah
Tel. 7506924
Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Secret Professionnel is an all-botanical line from France. Its
mini hair clinics can be found inside selected Rudy Hadisuwarno
salons. Rudy Hadisuwarno himself is a well-known Indonesian
hairdresser.
After a discussion of your lifestyle, habits and family
history, a consultant will analyze your scalp by using a
videoscope and give you some suggestions.
Dirt on the scalp is eliminated using a vibrator for five to
10 minutes. Then, Botanical Secret Pre-shampoo is applied for a
few minutes before the shampooing session to removes excessive
oiliness. Later, the therapist shampoos and massages your hair.
Afterward, the hair towel-dried, followed by application of
botanical hair tonic.
This non-oily hair tonic is used to prevent hair loss and
strengthen your hair at the same time. The therapist will use a
magnetic tool to rub your scalp, so the scalp can absorb the hair
tonic better. The treatment ends with blow-drying.
Expect to pay Rp 155,000 per visit; or you can buy their
products and use them at home, such as shampoo (200 ml, Rp
80,000) and hair tonic (100 ml, Rp 280,000).
"I like Secret Professionnel botanical care since they use
natural ingredients, not because they're from France. I mean, if
they're imported from France but use excessive chemicals, then I
would not use them," explained Dini.
If you want to use Indonesian hair treatment products, you may
choose Rudy Hadisuwarno products. You can find them at Rudy
Hadisuwarno salons and supermarkets. Rudy Hadisuwarno Ginseng
Hair Tonic (Rp 15,975 for 125 ml) and Ginseng Cream Bath (Rp
17,150 for 200 ml) are among the merchandise.
You may also pamper yourself with Rudy's products at the
salon. Wash-hair mask-blow dry package is Rp 83,000 and wash-
cream bath-blow dry package is Rp 76,000.
"I choose Rudy Hadisuwarno hair treatments because they use
ginseng as one of the main ingredients. I believe in the benefits
of ginseng," said Lisa.