Boozy spa treatments from around the world

ALCOHOL can be used in some unusual but intriguing ways.

And if you need some pampering, then why not take one of these boozy spa treatments from around the world.

Champagne pedicure manicure at SOHO NYC Salon, Cape Town, South Africa

Champagne and other products that contain grapes, grape seeds, or grape-seed oils form part of a champagne pedicure process.

Bubbly is said to help with age spots and can also work as a natural exfoliant for pedicures or manicures.

At the SOHO NYC salon, the signature champagne mani or pedi is offered as an add-on service, provided that you do shellac or SOHO gel mani or pedi. Shellac or SOHO gel mani or pedi starts from R395, and the add-on service goes for R265.

The Four-Hand Tequila and Nopal Massage at The Grand Velas in Los Cabos, Mexico

The massage involves three steps: a Mexican shawl is used to reduce muscle tension by stretching techniques, followed by a tequila rub to seal the skin, and finally, a nopal mask gets applied to the hands and feet.

According to Skin Inc Magazine, the tequila rub has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties for the skin. For 80 minutes, this massage will cost you $358 (R4 922)

The Gin Spa in Glasgow, Scotland

There is a range of luxury treatments available at the Gin Spa.

Of course, clients also get to enjoy a complimentary cocktail or mocktail with every treatment.

According to its website, the products used at the spa are gin-inspired, which means they contain botanicals found in gins.

Their signature full body massage costs €85 (about R1 413) for 60 minutes. After your massage, you receive a complimentary gin and some aromatherapy chocolate, which are specifically chosen to complement your massage.

Bourbon treatments at The Spa at Four Seasons Vail in Colorado

According to experts, bourbon can be used as an antiseptic if combined with other ingredients, like honey or sugar.

The spa offers bourbon spa treatments, including a pedicure dubbed “From Boots to Booze” and “Bourbon Cowboy”.

From “Boots to Booze” includes a bourbon bubbler scrub combining brown sugar and real Kentucky whiskey to exfoliate and relax sore feet and muscles. A hydration face mask followed by a hot-stone massage and finally, a hot foot soak, callus filing, nail trim and buffing.

For 50 minutes, prices range from $110 - 125 (R1 509 – R1 728).