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The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Los Angeles and Ladurée present a new menu of luxe spa treatments inspired by the spring flavors of Ladurée’s most famous macarons.
by Staff
April 13, 2022
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The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Los Angeles and Ladurée, the world's most renowned patisserie known for their sophisticated and delicate macarons, have come together to debut a menu of custom spa experiences inspired by the brand’s most popular spring flavors such as raspberry, hibiscus, black tea, citrus and rose. These flavor notes are infused into a selection of treatments that take guests on a wellness journey awakening the senses through smell, touch and taste.
Upon arrival, guests will be greeted with a macaron that correlates to their treatment’s flavor notes to be enjoyed in the spa's sanctuary alongside a cup of Ladurée herbal tea. Following the spa experience, guests will be gifted with a box of macarons and a signature Los Angeles Ladurée candle, which is a part of their limited-edition “Les Capitales” collection, to be enjoyed at home.
Available through June 30, 2022, The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Los Angeles x Ladurée Spa Experiences Include:
Printemps Pedicure: Inspired by the Hibiscus macaron, this luxe aromatic foot treatment includes tangy scents layered with notes of floral, rose and grapefruit. The treatment includes a rose and grapefruit infused sugar scrub, application of rose oil, nail care and polish. ($245 | 50 minutes)
Berry Bisou Facial: Drawing upon the light and fruity perfume of the classic Framboise macaron, this facial features a blend of raspberry, blueberry and blackberry essences to refine the complexion and improve overall appearance. Includes gentle exfoliation and pore refining mask. ($320 | 50 minutes)
Haute Honey Body Treatment: Ladurée’s signature Marie-Antoinette macaron inspires this decadent body treatment using a rich blend of black tea with hints of rose petals, citrus and honey, leaving the skin soft and glowing. The treatment also includes a lavender sea salt exfoliation, honey glaze body wrap, and massage with grapefruit infused oil. ($545 | 100 minutes)
Let Them Eat Cake Package: For those wanting to indulge and are seeking an over-the-top, luxury experience, this all-encompassing package, fit for Marie Antoinette herself includes ($5,000++):
Entire collection of The Ritz-Carlton Spa x Ladurée treatments (Printemps Pedicure, Berry Bisou Facial, Haute Honey Body Treatment)
One night-stay in an Executive Suite at The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles.
Bath Butler service to draw a luxe soaking bath featuring fragrant oils, hydrating shimmer lotion, eye mask and other spa essentials.
An official Ladurée factory tour and live pastry class to be enjoyed with friends and family (min.4 guests). During this VIP experience, guests will get a behind-the-scenes look into the process, recipe and have the opportunity to pipe and decorate macarons. Each guest will leave with a box filled with Ladurée pastries and a cookbook so guests can replicate the recipes at home.
To make an appointment, please call The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Los Angeles at 213-763-4400 or click here for more details.
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