‘I’ve tried hundreds of treatments and this viral head spa is the most relaxing one ever’

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As a beauty editor, I've tried my fair share of spa treatments over the years – some amazing, others forgettable – but few have left me as eager to try them as the 'head spa' videos that have been flooding my social media feeds this year.

Allegedly hailing from Japan or Korea, this soothing treatment involves similar steps you'd typically expect during a full body massage or facial, but focuses solely on your head, hair, neck and shoulders.This could include masks, steam and scalp massages, plus perhaps the most TikTok-famous part: a halo of waterfall-like jets of water that slowly moves back and forth over your head.The benefits include deeply cleansing the hair and scalp, plus delivering an incredibly relaxing treatment.

Eager to try one of these trending treatments myself, I headed to the newly-opened The Head Spa in Manchester... READ MORE: 'Better than ghd'– hair straighteners loved by Frankie Bridge get £71 off in pre-Christmas sale READ MORE: Zara McDermott shares anti-ageing serum that's like £65 Clarins Double Serum 'but a third of the price' Founded by hair stylist Molly Mcilhatton, who previously worked at Manchester's Trevor Sorbie salon, The Head Spa exudes luxury and tranquillity from the moment you step through the door, reminiscent of a really exclusive spa, with dim lights, aesthetic decor and relaxing music.

As I sipped on a welcome drink of fizzy iced tea, my bespoke treatment began with a scalp analysis using a special camera to determine which products would be used; as my scalp is a little dry and easily irritated, Molly used products specifically designed to soothe and calm from an organic haircare brand called Oway.