Tao Retreat is hidden away from the hustle and bustle of busy town life tucked away on the outskirts of Maldon, easy to find.
We specialise in holistic treatments to revive the body and cleanse the soul.
Tao Retreat is hidden away from the hustle and bustle of busy town life tucked away on the outskirts of Maldon, easy to find.
We specialise in holistic treatments to revive the body and cleanse the soul.
Our therapist team has over 20 years’ experience in treating both men and women in the professional spa environment. Our team are dedicated, hardworking have been trained to a high standard.

Tao Retreat

Massage

Amazing and relaxing treatment from Sophie! Defo recommend and will be returning ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I always receive such a great treatment. Thank you so much. 

This aromatherapy massage blends customised essential oil infusions with skill-ful therapeutic techniques to deliver the ultimate massage experience. We prescribe Wood for Rejuvenation, Fire for Zest, Earth for equilibrium, Metal for Detoxifying or Womens Balance. This treatment draws from both Eastern and Western massage, to help balance both body and mind.

Aroma-Element Body Massage 

Heated Himalayan Salt Stone Massage is an innovative healing technique using warm salt crystals to ground and balance the body’s electromagnetic field, central nervous simulated and meridians. Salt crystals from an ancient primal sea beneath the Himalayan mountains are hand carved into massage stones that gently soothe away an accumulation of stress, tension and pollutants. The exfoliating and healing benefit is amazing! An advanced version of hot stone massage 

Himalayan Mineral Stone Massage

A-lift is the next generation of skin health and anti-ageing technology. It works on a cellular level using nano-current adjusted to your own bio-electric frequency. It works with your skin, for your skin! Slow the ageing process and see fantastic results immediately - This Facial is an advancement of the Caci’s Non-Surgical FaceLift. See amazing results for that one off special occasion or for long-term skin regeneration. Ask your therapist for advice on the most suitable treatment for you.

Alift

Bespoke to each client, we tailor this facial to harmonise the Five Elements and address the key underlying concerns of the skin. This transformative facial combines healing botanicals, vitamins and marine extracts to feed the skin and restore equilibrium, while creating a more vibrant and healthy complexion. Incorporating deep cleansing, exfoliation, nourishment and a luxurious massage from top to toe, this treatment replenishes the skin giving you immediate, long lasting results.

Your therapist will select from:-
Cell Nourish - using 20% solution of Vitamin C infused with kombuchka a derma enter tea known as the ‘Elixir of life’ & AHA’s that work to dramatically enhance skin-tone & texture. 

Deep Cleanse -our intensive skin detoxification facial harnesses the natural exfoliating power of Apple serum and papaya enzymes found in our Facial glow radiance peel to deeply cleanse pores & remove dead skin cells. Followed by a deeply purifying detox mask & deep cleansing herbal towels

Five element Facial - Scalp & Feet

Empfohlen

Gentle on all skin types - Combining Polish crystals, plumping activator & Miracle Mask to Lift, Glow & Firm. 

Including LED Light to further accelerate results. 

Hands on facial to restore a healthy, plump glow. 

Plump & Smooth Peel 

Alift Mini Sessions 

3 parts of Aqua Spectra Dermabrasion are selected to achieve desired skincare results 

Hydro Facial 3in1 

The Aqua-Spectra Hydro Dermabrasion  is a non-invasive, medical grade facial that invigorates the skin, leaving it feeling plumped and revitalised. It is the ultimate facial, and the celebrity favourite for skin resurfacing.
The treatment combines an award winning sequence of deep cleansing, extraction, exfoliation, hydration with powerful anti-oxidant protection, and finally Dermalux LED phototherapy.

Hydro Facial Dermabrasion 7in1 

Aromatherapy Massage 

Glow Skincare Season

Platinum Facial 

A targeted results driven age-defying facial with our platinum infused Age Defying Platinum Mask that visibly lifts, rejuvenates and firms the skin. Powerful brightening actives help to combat uneven pigmentation, breathing new radiance and luminosity into the skin.

For most effective results, we recommend a course of 6 treatments spaced evenly over 4 to 6 weeks

Including our Amazing Contactless Facial - Dermalux®LED Phototherapy is a multi-award-winning treatment that uniquely combines three clinically proven wavelengths of light to accelerate cell renewal, promote skin health and resolve congested problem skin conditions for the face. 


Platinum Brightening Facial - Inc award winning Dermalux 

Medik8 Anti-aging Skincare

A complete nourishing and comforting facial to restore skin vitality to dull, flaky and compromised skin. Gentle exfoliation allows the long lasting, replenishing Medik8 formulations to deliver deep hydration to the complexion.

Deep Hydration Facial

Deep cleansing actives are used to target oily, problematic, and blemished skin. Rebalancing products are used throughout this facial to soothe, calm and generate a clearer complexion.  
Incs Hand or Scalp Ritual

Pls note only fill out Dermalux form if you add to booking. 
Dermalux®LED Phototherapy is a multi-award-winning treatment that uniquely combines three clinically proven wavelengths of light to accelerate cell renewal, promote skin health and resolve congested problem skin conditions for the face. 


Clarity Facial 

Targeted actives and gentle exfoliation are used to gently break down pore blockages and promote the appearance of a smoother complexion with less visible, enlarged pores. 

Pore Refining Skincare

Brimming with Vitamins and free-radicals to restore and brighten your skin. Our indulgent bespoke facial will allow you to lay back relax, and let you therapist select the most suitable products to restore and repair the skin, leaving your complexion smooth and luminous.

Mini Medik8 Skincare

Prescriptive Medik8

Let’s turn back the hands of time and clear toxins at Tao with our Himalayan Salt Stone Age Defying Facial! You’ll relax while your skin soaks up antioxidants from nutrient-rich warmed Himalayan Salt Stones. We’ll use these precious stones to massage your neck, arms and feet. This relaxing facial treatment incorporates warmed Himalayan Salt Stones that contain an abundance of essential minerals that exfoliate, soften skin, mineralize, gently detox and leaves your skin with a renewed glow and sense of wellbeing.

Our personalized touch.

In addition to your Himalayan salt stone treatment, you’ll get to take advantage of our Five Element facial touches. All of our facials at Tao include cleansing, exfoliation, masks, hot towels, massage, aromatherapy and hydration. Each of these steps are customized based on your unique skincare goals and concerns.

Himalayan Warm Salt Stone Mineral Facial 

Elemental Herbology - Holistic Skincare

Women’s Balance Body Ritual
is a blissful massage for complete indulgence & rejuvenation - we use a balancing blend of relaxing patchouli, uplifting geranium, nurturing rose and rejuvenating frankincense working together by helping to relax and calm your mind, while your skin is nourished and conditioned with peach kernal oil. Expertly formulated to give a sense of balance to the body’s natural rhythms and cycles, it’s perfect for women of all ages and life stages

-Intensely replenishes
-Harmonises body and mind

Commencing with warm stones to gently relax tension in the back, neck & shoulders incorporating a massage over the entire back of body with a Thai inspired sequence, onto the face & scalp (if so desired) incorporating our GuaSha stones & Thai eye compress, sweeping down the legs & finishing with Reflex pressure points to ease anxiety, stress & leaving you with a sense of total calm ☺️

Women’s Balance Ritual

Scalp & Reflexology Ritual 

Commencing with a Back Massage onto a Reviving facial, to deeply clean and hydrate the skin,  incorporating and head & scalp massage. 

Men’s Element Back, Face & Scalp 

Tao’s Women’s Balance 🤍

A unique treatment to the Retreat combining Shiastu and Lymphatic Massage to help remove toxins, reduce tension and re-energise the body. The therapist uses gentle rhythmic stokes, working the entire body from Top to Toe, balancing the energy flow and stimulating the lymphatic system to move lymph fluid more efficiently throughout the body. Although unique to our usual massages this indulgent treatment feels very holistic and unbelievebly relaxing – Give your body an uplifting boost it craves! Finishing with our Phytolife Liquid Plant Extract. 
Pls Note if you wish to book the willow room for relaxation after, you must ring direct to book as this option is only available select days. 

Tree of Life

Revive and Recharge all your facial muscles with this Deep Sculpting Massage. 
Amazing for sinus congestion, muscle tone and rejuvenation. 
Performed with skin nourishing Shea Butter & Essential enriching oils. 

Deep Facial Sculpting Massage 

Buccal massage or as an alternative (add to notes upon booking) Deep Sculpting Massage

Introducing Buccal Massage 
Aside from the benefits related to relieving facial tension, the Buccal Facial can actually help sculpt your face. It tones your face, feeding the muscles with nutrients and releasing stuck, stagnant toxins - making your facial muscles and lips plumper, and generally lifting your face.
The massage is performed inside the mouth with gloves.

As an alternative we can offer Deep Facial Sculpting externally on the face ❤️ 

Buccal Massage 

A lymphatic kick start focusing on the abdomen - using pressure point and drainage massage movements to work the lower intestines and help to release toxins, easing bloating and constipation. 

Tummy Revive 

Energise & Revive  🌼

Aromatherapy Back & Scalp

Foot and Leg Relax

Ritual Element – Body Let your senses go with this opulent massage treatment – it’s time to escape and be you! Aromatherapy Back, Neck and Shoulders massage onto arms, legs finishing with reflex pressure point massage on the feet, Incorporating hot herbal mitts. Time 55mins 

Five Element Ritual 

Using Hot Bassett Stones to manipulate and breakdown                                     Deep muscle tension – A warming glow that reaches tension in the muscles almost instantly

Bassett Hot Stones

Using Heated Bamboo to manipulate and breakdown deep muscle tension – combining elements of Thai massage.

Bamboo - Thai inspired Massage

Reflexology is a technique that applies gentle pressure to your feet or hands to bring about a state of relaxation and help the body's own healing process. Reflexology works in a similar way to acupressure and acupuncture. ... So by pressing and massaging these points it can stimulate energy pathways in the body.

Reflexology 

Holistic Massage

Treatment Pedicure 

Deep Tissue Bamboo Massage 

Back wax 

Back wax + Top of Arms

Gentleman’s Treatments

Book your consultation at least 24hrs before your peel procedure, to discuss skin concerns and aims and we can perform a patch test. 

Peel consultation - 24hrs prior to peel 

PROFESSIONAL PEEL 

Pls Note: A consultation session must be booked prior to your course, to carry out patch test and discuss skincare requirements. 

This Facial peels contain TR - Time Release technology where the product slowly drip feeds the skin to minimise any irritation - meaning you skins appearance won’t change, in some cases slightly dry in areas but the correct home-care will help correct any of those issues. 

12 weeks to Wow! 

⭐️ Book 6 Peels - Pay for 5!
🌟 Your course includes a free Pre-treatment skincare kit. 
 
Medik8 professional peels are effective resurfacing solutions which can produce incredible results on the skin.
 
For most effective results, we recommend a course of 6 treatments,
spaced evenly every 10-14 days.

Peel Course - 12 weeks to wow! 

PROFESSIONAL PEEL 

Pls Note: you must book a peel consultation prior to your 1st treatment.
 
Medik8 professional peels are effective resurfacing solutions which can produce incredible results on the skin.

The most suitable peel will be selected for your skin type and the treatment will be carried out. 

Peel Treatment 

Medik8 Skin Peels

Alift Course of 10

Achieve the ultimate skin rejuvenation with our regenerating Alift, targeting muscle tone & cell regeneration, followed by  Dermalux®LED Phototherapy a multi-award-winning treatment that uniquely combines three clinically proven wavelengths of light to accelerate cell renewal, promote skin health and resolve problem skin conditions for the face and body. the contactless led phototherapy treatment renews and repairs skin cells up to 200% faster!
Totally non-invasive working in harmony with your skins natural processes -  give your skin the boost when it’s needed most & simply get up and glow! 

Ultimate Cell Regeneration - Alift + Led 

Aqua Spectra is the only hydro-dermabrasion procedure that combines cleaning, exfoliation, extraction, hydration, and antioxidant protection at the same time, resulting in healthy and bright skin in a very short time.
Aqua/Dermabrasion, is the word ‘hydrate’ meaning to ‘cause to take up moisture. The special tip, which is the unique part of the Aqua/Dermabration Facial devices, is known as the peel Tip. The treatment works differently from traditional microdermabrasion due to the spiral shape of the tip, which has multiple abrasive edges, meaning that the skin is exfoliated several times as the tip is moved over it in a planning motion, whilst the serums applied soften the skin and sebum (skin oils) making it much easier to extract away impurities.
This red carpet 8-in-1 treatment combines hydro-microdermabrasion, radio frequency, bipolar RF, hydro oxygen (O2 jet spray, ultrasonic, skin scrubber, facial mask, massage onto Dermalux led therapy to finish.

AquaSpectra Hydro Dermabrasion - Red carpet 8in1 

Commencing with a Mini Medik8 Facial to remove dead skins cells & kickstart the skin ready for A-lift. A-lift is the next generation of skin health and anti-ageing technology. It works on a cellular level using nano-current adjusted to your own bio-electric frequency. It works with your skin, for your skin! Slow the ageing process and see fantastic results immediately - This Facial is an advancement of the Caci’s Non-Surgical FaceLift. See amazing results for that one off special occasion or for long-term skin regeneration.

Ultimate Cell Regeneration / Alift + Medik8

Indulge with our Alift treatment after relaxing with our stress relieving back, neck and shoulder massage

Pure indulgence / Alift + Back massage

A pure vitamin treatment to repair & tighten the delicate eye contour. Intensely hydrates and plumps the skin combining Alift which works on a cellular level using nano-current adjusted to your own bio-electric frequency. It works with your skin, for your skin! Slow the ageing process lifting & rejuvenating the eyes. 

A course is recommended to achieve maximum results but a single session will be beneficial. 

Alift Eye Lift 

Achieve the ultimate skin rejuvenation with our regenerating Alift 30mins and dermalux the contactless led phototherapy treatment 20mins renewing and repairing skin cells up to 200% faster!
Totally non-invasive working in harmony with your skins natural processes -  give your skin the boost when it’s needed most & simply get up and glow!



Alift Plump & Glow

Advanced Skincare

Dermalux including enzyme exfoliation & instant hydration mask. 

Dermalux Facial Glow 

Dermalux®LED Phototherapy is a multi-award-winning treatment that uniquely combines three clinically proven wavelengths of light to accelerate cell renewal, promote skin health and resolve problem skin conditions for the face and body.

Dermalux Session 

Dermalux

For the ultimate spa experience, this top-to-toe ritual commences with a rejuvenating pure coconut exfoliation before your therapist eases away any tension with a soothing and indulgent Elemental oil body massage. The ritual concludes with a nourishing and hydrating moisture boost facial, soothing oil scalp massage and stress - releasing foot massage to leave your mind still, centred and content and your skin nourished, soft and radiant.

Five Elemental Bliss

Now more than ever it’s time to restore and rebalance the mind and body.
Commencing with Reflexology to re-energise the body and calm the mind, incorporating our contactless facial Dermalux working to regenerate skin cells and restore hydration. 

Get the flawless spring glow! 

Soul Balance - Reflexology & Skincare

Muscle melt - focusing on particular muscle tension with our Elemental balm incorporating heated massage & healing light therapy to further reduce inflammation & pain. 

Pls note - Light Therapy only an option with 1hr session 



Muscle Melt - Targeted Body Massage


Breathe Massage Melt 
Combining a Blend of Eucalyptus, Rosemary & Shea Butter to clear the Head, Sinuses and ease Tension whilst Relaxing the mind ☺️
Using ancient Indian pressure points to relieve tension headaches and soothe eyestrain. Cucumber oil and Aloe Vera gel is massaged across the forehead and temples. Your therapist will then continue with a warm oil scalp massage allowing you to totally escape and float away.

Float away - Breathe

Revive tired feet with this luxurious foot and leg treatment incorporating acupressure foot massage, reflex points, followed by a restorative foot tonic.

Five Element Foot Ritual

Signature Selection

A natural alternative to kick starting your metabolism, reducing bloating & improving skin tone! 
It’s active ingredients derived from the soya bean penetrate cells and works by breaking bigger molecules of fat into smaller ones which then break down into little fatty acids, the
liver and kidneys then do their work to flush them out. Detox & relax at the same time 😍


Sheer-bliss (scrub/lymph massage)

Wrap + sheerbliss

Shrinking violet

Kick start the lymphatic system with this invigorating body treatment. It works to eliminate toxins built up in the lymphatic system that make the body bloated & sluggish. Salt Exfoliation continuing with an invigorating Five Element Detox Massage.

Detox and Revive Body Treatment

Indulge your body and mind with this luxurious body scrub enriched with citrus oil and shell. This rich scrub will remove dull and parched skin, leaving your body intensely hydrated and nurtured, Finishing with a Geranium & Mandarin body balm.

Citrus Ritual 🍊 

Give your back a treat! Purify and nourish your skin with this invigorating Aromatherapy element back treatment, leaving it smooth, glowing and flawless. Includes 25min Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage.

Five Element Perfect Back

Five Element Body Treatments

This ultimate skin nutrition treatment is tailor made for the expectant Mums to be! Commencing with a Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage to relieve tired aching muscles, continuing onto the face and scalp to nourish, hydrate and indulge your skin when it needs it most.

Radiant Glow Facial - Back massage on side then onto face

Totally indulge with this Organic Body Treatment. Gentle exfoliation is then followed by our Elemental Nurture blend of Roman chamomile & Sandlewood wrapped in Organic coconut oil to promote relaxation and mental calm, with a splash of luxurious organic rosehip. The scalp is massaged whilst the nourishing oils revitalise, enliven and restore the skin. Superb to help prevent stretch marks and tone the skin.

Radiant Body Bliss

At the later stages of pregnancy, when reaching the toes becomes very tricky…Indulge in this foot and leg treatment. Including foot and leg exfoliation, deep pressure massage to reduce swelling & relieve aches and pains.

Sole Bliss

To relieve ease and relax those tired aching back, neck and shoulders during pregnancy.

Destress Back Massage

Reflexology

Expectant Mother

For a durable finish to your nails the Gel Bottle will give you high shine, and a flawless long lasting high gloss varnish finish! 

Pls note - you must avoid harsh products near your nails whilst wearing the gel varnish as it may cause lift and damage your nails.  

Gel Bottle Varnish 

Deluxe Manicure

PLEASE NOTE:
This can now only be a treatment added on to another treatment, as we can no longer except bookings under 30mins - due to our new salon procedures.

Vinyl-Lux File & Polish

PLEASE NOTE:
This option is only needed if your gel has been applied else where, due to different gels taking more time to remove. 
This can now only be a treatment added on to another treatment, as we can no longer except bookings under 30mins - due to our new salon procedures.
Gel removal + Manicure or Re-Gel Polish is advised.

Gel Polish Removal

Nail-Care

Immerse your feet into our Asian foot soak, combining healing properties of our cedar wood spa and citrus petals. A real treat for dry, neglected feet – Nails and cuticles are nourished with exotic lotions, hard skin is buffed off, a deep foot and leg massage is then carried out, followed by a warm mask, nails are then cut, shaped and polished with a colour of your choice. 
Pls note - if your hard skin is very bad and sore we recommend you visit a podiatrist beforehand as this treatment will only help to remove the top layer of hard skin. 

Deluxe Ritual Pedicure

Your original Gel Polish will be removed. 
The nails are then cut, filed & cuticles are pushed back & tidied.
Your gel polish will be applied & a citrus cream will be massaged in. 
This does not include buffing of hard skin - Please select our treatment pedicure + Gel if your feet need closer attention. 

Geleration Mini Pedicure

A quick fix for your feet. Choose from either hard skin buff or massage with conditioning cream, cuticles are conditioned and tidied before finishing with the high shine Vinyl-lux quick drying high-gloss Nail Polish in the colour of your choice. (Please bring open-toe shoes). Treatment pedicure is advised to help combat a large build up of hard skin. 

Mini pedi

A pedicure treatment tailored to help improve the condition and appearance of your feet and toe nails.  Feet are soaked, Nails are shaped, hard skin is buffed, feet and lower legs are massaged and with a Gel colour of your choice. 
Pls note - if your hard skin is very bad and sore we recommend you visit a podiatrist beforehand as this treatment will only help to remove the top layer of hard skin. 

Treatment Pedicure

Foot-Care

Take time-out for that special occasion and join us for an indulgent morning or afternoon pamper session! 
Select 2 or 3 of the following 25min treatments:-

Please add your selection to notes if booking online.
Aroma Back Massage ~ Scalp Melt Massage ~ Cell Nourish Facial ~ Relax Foot & leg Massage ~ Classic Manicure ~ Classic Pedicure Gel Polish + £10 ~ Eyebrow Colour & Shape

Spa Booking

Spa Retreat Session

We are limiting slots - if you are adding this to another treatment you can select only one brow treatment, pls inform us in the note section.

Eyebrow Wax & Tint

Chin & lip wax

chest wax

1/2 arm wax

underarm

Full leg and basic bikini

Basic bikini

Hot Wax Basic Bikini 

Hot wax   
Perron Rigout an excellent high quality wax which provides great comfort for more sensitive areas
High Bikini Removal leaving line of hair

Brazilian (hot wax)

For you first booking please select to allow more time and you can continue with normal bookings going forward depending on what  your wax specialist advises.

Hollywood 1st session 

Hot wax   
Perron Rigout an excellent high quality wax which provides great comfort for more sensitive areas.
Removal of all intimate Hair

Hollywood

1/2 leg wax

Waxing

You must book a patch test 24hrs prior to your session - if this is your first LVL treatment with us at Tao. 
The lashes are naturally lifted and tinted. 
Love your lashes naturally!

LVL - 1st treatment Pre-book patch test

Patch test must be carried out 24hrs prior to any LVL of tinting treatments with us if it is your first session. 

Tao Retreat

Dienstleistungen

Aroma-Element Body Massage

Aroma-Element Body Massage

Himalayan Mineral Stone Massage

Himalayan Mineral Stone Massage

Alift

Alift

Five element Facial - Scalp & Feet

Five element Facial - Scalp & Feet

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