In an age of skincare for your hair, we are focusing on an area that often gets overlooked - the scalp. Indulge in our signature treatment of a head and scalp massage. It’s ingrained in us to blame our hair for build up or lacklustre appearance, but the scalp actually plays a much larger role than we realise, and could be the key to uncovering better skin and hair days.
Scalp and facial skin are closely interconnected, and research has found that the scalp ages 6 times faster than the face and 12 times faster than the body. At GAO-MI we believe the scalp should be treated as equally as the facial skin. In fact, we should be paying more tender loving care to the scalp as it ages the fastest! If we neglect to take care of the scalp it becomes stressed, hair follicles become clogged, elasticity and density decrease, resulting in a loss of firmness and vitality. Coupled with the inevitable effects of gravity, our facial skin begins to sag and fine lines and wrinkles begin to form.
Head and Scalp Massage was developed by holy men from the Himalayan region of India around 5000 BC and travelled to South East Asia. A holistic way of life was promoted with meditation, diet, exercise and massage using herbal oils, hereby creating a harmony within one’s whole self. Head and scalp massage is one of the oldest forms of holistic therapy and it remains to this day one of the most powerful methods of healing. It took until the 1970’s to arrive in the West.
Our full 165-minute deluxe head spa treatment has been designed to initially discover and analyse your personal scalp condition. We can then effectively treat and restore balance to the scalp, which in turn promotes healthy hair growth, reduces hair loss and lifting over the entire face. GAO-MI's signature treatment releases tension in the head and scalp, giving you an all over sensation of deep and calming relaxation.
Using our specialist equipment and unique techniques in conjunction with the highest quality, naturally extracted hair care, we achieve a deep cleanse, exfoliation, tone and hydration to firm and balance the scalp. Circulation of the head and scalp is boosted with acupressure, finishing serums deeply penetrate the scalp, and hydration hair masque nourishing the hair, leaving you feeling renewed, refreshed and revitalised.
This beautifully nurturing treatment includes a restorative face massage* and relaxing aromatherapy massage to the neck and shoulders, upper back and arms, hands and décolletage / chest using an organic blend of essential oils chosen to ease tension and calm the mind.
Your treatment is completed with a styled blow dry with a senior stylist. You will feel totally pampered and relaxed and float out the door looking and feeling your most rejuvenated self!
Using certified organic Frankincense Serrata–infused jojoba oil, warm Hawaiian basalt stones and cooling Rose Quartz crystals, our highly restorative face massage will restore strength and vitality to all skin types. The unique combination of healing oils, stones and crystals will leave you with healthy, balanced and beautiful skin at any age.
Our most comprehensive and soul-nourishing experience. Enlighten is a deeply immersive head spa ritual designed to restore inner calm, support long-term scalp and hair health, and reconnect you with yourself through intentional touch and care.
This treatment is available for one guest at a time, held in our private spa room—intentionally designed to embrace the depth of care and stillness this experience offers.
To support a more accurate scalp analysis, we kindly ask that you arrive without makeup or tanning products, and there's no need to wash your hair beforehand—this allows us to understand your scalp in its natural state.
Please allow yourself at least 3 unhurried hours for this journey, so every moment can be felt, not rushed.
A holistic head spa designed to clear buildup, calm the nervous system, and restore clarity to both scalp and mind. This experience is ideal for anyone feeling mentally foggy, physically tense, or dealing with scalp congestion.
A restorative scalp maintenance ritual to gently detoxify, calm tension, and support ongoing scalp health. Ideal as a regular reset between seasons, colour appointments, or simply when life feels heavy on the head.
* Couple bookings can be arranged for our Detox, De-Stress Hair Bath, and Detox, De-Stress & Rejuvenate experiences.
* Please come with minimal makeup, or bring touch-up makeup if you wish. The face massage and de-stress techniques may soften or remove makeup during the treatment.
* There’s no need to wash your hair beforehand—arriving as you are allows us to understand and care for your scalp in its natural state.
* Allow an extra 15–20 minutes ensures a smooth and peaceful experience.
Your appointments and well-being are important to us.
We understand that sometimes, unexpected delays can occur, making schedule adjustments.
If you need to cancel your appointment, we respectfully request at least 24 hours notice.
GAO-MI
1/351 Sheridan Street, Cairns North