What is a Japanese head spa?

It is a specialized scalp and hair care ritual combining thorough consultations, deep scalp cleansing, exfoliation, conditioning, and soothing massage using Japanese techniques and sensory tools.

Do treatments include a hair blow-dry?

Head spa treatments conclude with a quick dry to finish so you do not leave with wet hair.

Can two people visit at the same time?

Yes, couples treatments can be booked simultaneously, with each guest receiving their treatment in separate private rooms.

Do first-time visitors receive a discount?

New customers can use the code TRYLULU when booking online to receive 15% off their first head spa (excludes the Express Head Spa).

Does the Pure Head Spa include a facial?

No, the Pure Head Spa is strictly massage- and scalp-focused. If you want a mini facial included, choose the Essential or Deluxe options.

Lulu & Leif Head Spa

wellness center — Pukekohe · Pukekohe

About Lulu & Leif Head Spa

Lulu & Leif Head Spa brings an authentic, sensory Japanese head spa experience to Pukekohe. Founded by Jo White, an accredited industry trainer and long-time salon owner, the studio is dedicated to scalp health, deep relaxation, and holistic self-care. Every session takes the beloved feeling of a salon hair wash and expands it into an immersive, restorative ritual.

Treatments blend Japanese head spa techniques with thorough scalp consultations, gentle exfoliation, double shampoo cleansing, sensory water and massage tools, and conditioning treatments. Depending on your chosen experience, sessions can also include mini facials, tension-relieving neck, shoulder, and arm massages, or dedicated foot baths. Private rooms provide a calm sanctuary for individual appointments as well as side-by-side couples bookings.

Lulu & Leif Head Spa: Japanese Scalp Rituals and Deep Relaxation in Pukekohe

For many people, the gentle, rhythmic scalp massage at a salon hair wash basin is the best part of getting their hair done. Lulu & Leif Head Spa in Pukekohe was built around turning that single fleeting moment into a complete, dedicated wellness escape. Combining specialist scalp hygiene, Japanese head spa traditions, and targeted bodywork, the studio offers a tranquil sanctuary designed to relieve mental fatigue and physical tension.

Founded by Jo White—an experienced hair industry specialist and the official New Zealand partner and trainer for Japanese Head Spa Co—Lulu & Leif approaches scalp care with technical depth and genuine hospitality. Every therapist is trained to carefully examine and treat scalp conditions while ensuring guests experience true sensory quiet.

The Japanese Head Spa Ritual

Each treatment at Lulu & Leif begins with a personalized consultation to identify individual hair and scalp needs. From there, therapists apply tailored products alongside specialized Japanese tools, including waterfall halos, sensory implements, and gentle scalp massagers. A typical session incorporates deep exfoliation to remove product buildup and sebum, followed by a double shampoo cleanse and rich conditioning therapy.

Beyond scalp health, treatments incorporate deliberate relaxation techniques. Flowing neck and shoulder massages help melt tension from everyday desk work and stress, while signature options like the Essential and Deluxe packages integrate refreshing mini facials with cleansing, gentle exfoliation, and botanical masks.

Shared Escapes and Full-Body Care

Recognizing that wellness is often enjoyed together, Lulu & Leif also features couples packages where friends or partners can book synchronized treatments. Sessions are hosted concurrently in distinct private rooms, preserving individual peace while sharing a rejuvenating day out.

For visitors seeking comprehensive pampering, options extend beyond the basin to include restorative warm-soak foot spas and full-body massages. Whether dropping in for a focused 45-minute reset or spending two hours immersed in the Ultimate Head Spa, Lulu & Leif delivers an elevated, restorative self-care ritual in the heart of Franklin.

Signature items

Deluxe Head Spa
Ultimate Head Spa
Essential Head Spa
Pure Head Spa
Couples Essential Head Spa

Express Head Spa — Introduction to the head spa experience with scalp exfoliation, double shampoo cleanse, conditioning, and quick dry.
Pure Head Spa — Massage-focused head spa with custom scalp consultation, sensory tools, double shampoo cleanse, conditioning, neck and shoulder massage, and quick dry.
Essential Head Spa — Scalp care combined with a mini facial, double shampoo cleanse, conditioning, sensory tools, scalp and neck massage, and nourishing face mask.
Deluxe Head Spa — Signature experience featuring scalp exfoliation, double cleanse, conditioning, sensory tools, extended massage across neck, shoulders, arms, hands, and a mini facial.
Ultimate Head Spa — Indulgent 2-hour treatment combining a full body massage with the signature head spa for head-to-toe care.

Couples Treatments

Couples Essential Head Spa — Simultaneous Essential Head Spa treatments in separate private rooms, finished with a quick dry.
Couples Ultimate Head Spa — Simultaneous Ultimate Head Spa experiences conducted concurrently across private treatment suites.

Massage & Body Treatments

Full Body Massage — Relaxing full body massage targeting tension across back, shoulders, neck, arms, legs, and head.
Relaxing Foot Spa — Warm salt and essential oil soak followed by exfoliation and a hydrating restorative treatment.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Japanese head spa?: It is a specialized scalp and hair care ritual combining thorough consultations, deep scalp cleansing, exfoliation, conditioning, and soothing massage using Japanese techniques and sensory tools.
Do treatments include a hair blow-dry?: Head spa treatments conclude with a quick dry to finish so you do not leave with wet hair.
Can two people visit at the same time?: Yes, couples treatments can be booked simultaneously, with each guest receiving their treatment in separate private rooms.
Do first-time visitors receive a discount?: New customers can use the code TRYLULU when booking online to receive 15% off their first head spa (excludes the Express Head Spa).
Does the Pure Head Spa include a facial?: No, the Pure Head Spa is strictly massage- and scalp-focused. If you want a mini facial included, choose the Essential or Deluxe options.

Tips

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