Spa & Wellness MexiCaribe 40, Winter 2020-21

On the Pacific Riviera of Panama, less
than two hours' drive from the capital
Panama City, is the Buenaventura
Golf & Beach Resort: a paradise on earth.
At the entrance of the resort, stands the
majestic Corotú, a tree typical of the region.
From its name comes the name of the hotel's
spa, the Corotú Spa. A spa focusing on
first class service with a warm welcoming
entrance. The Corotú Spa features a
hydrotherapy area including a jacuzzi, sauna
and steam room set to perfect temperatures,
with corresponding guidelines for safe use.
The guest is guided through a journey, as
if telling a story. The 90-minute treatment
begins with a magnetic exfoliation using
volcanic sand from the resort's beach.
This iron-laden sand is then removed with
a magnet allowing a relaxing exchange
of energy. The treatment continues with a
thermal mud wrap with ingredients from the
nearby Valle Antón to revitalize the body. To
conclude the experience, a hydrating body
massage is performed by a professional
physiotherapist to moisturize and tone
the body and face, incorporating a natural
‘gemstone’, tagua, actually a hard seed from
the local palm trees in Panama.
a spa experience
Corotú Spa,
Buenaventura Beach & Golf Resort
Costa Mujeres,
Panama
Corotú Spa also offers treatments using
Pixbae, the endemic fruit of Panama
incorporated into a nourishing and
moisturizing wrap using banana leaves.
Pixbae infuses the skin with a variety of
vitamins and minerals including phosphorus,
iron, calcium and magnesium.
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By Laurent Dupont
Associated Editor
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