New: The Spartan Ritual
A ritual at the origins of massage in Europe
At Cinq Mondes, we continue to assert ourselves as a leader in beauty and well-being by unveiling the launch of a brand new experience: the Sparta Ritual. Developed in collaboration with Laurence Reis, osteopath and sports physiotherapist, this unique treatment promises unparalleled muscular and mental relaxation. Discover how the preparation and recovery secrets of ancient Greek athletes are now available to you for absolute well-being.
The History of Sparta
Sparta, a city-state famous since the 18th century BC, was a pioneer in many fields, particularly massage. The Spartans, renowned for their rigor and strength, underwent intensive training accompanied by massages designed to regenerate their bodies subjected to harsh trials.
These massages, practiced for preventive and curative purposes, followed a precise protocol:
An initial dry massage
Application of powder or sand to the skin
Addition of an aromatic oil
Use of a strigil to remove the powder-oil mixture
Massage with warm vegetable oils mixed with decoctions of herbs and flowers chosen for their specific properties.
These techniques aimed to treat trauma and soften tissues, thus preparing athletes for competitions, ancestors of the modern Olympic Games.
The ingredients used in these ancestral massages are also mentioned by great thinkers of the time. Hippocrates (460-377 BC) used frictions to treat trauma and stimulate the circulatory system. Theophrastus (372-288 BC) mentions Ben oil for massages for athletes. Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD) recommended Myrrh for its therapeutic virtues, and Dioscorides (20-90 AD) used Iris oil for its medicinal properties.
The ritual care of Sparta
By understanding the origins of these practices and reinterpreting them with modern techniques, we have created 2 formats of a treatment that offers benefits for athletes and anyone looking to relieve tension and stress.
The 50-minute massage treatment
The 50-minute treatment begins with the Cinq Mondes welcome ritual, creating an atmosphere of relaxation from the very first moments. A massage through a towel initiates the process of releasing tension and stimulates blood and lymphatic circulation. Then, a full body massage is performed with the Aromatic Gel Oil (clickable link to product), whose warming action actively contributes to muscle relaxation.
The techniques employed, inspired by the principles of physiotherapy and osteopathy, include:
Stroking
Stretching
Kneading
Twisting
Pressures
These maneuvers have 4 effects: releasing tension, promoting blood and lymphatic circulation, softening joints, and oxygenating muscle tissues. A diaphragmatic breathing sequence is integrated to soothe stress, and the treatment ends with a targeted massage of the trapezius-skull-head area.
Treat yourself to this moment of relaxation.
The 80-minute massage treatment
For an even more enriching experience, opt for the 80-minute treatment. In addition to the steps of the 50-minute treatment, you will enjoy additional elements that deepen relaxation and revitalization. After the initial maneuvers, invigorating frictions are applied with Pomegranate Earth along the back, stimulating the entire spinal column area.
An exclusive duo in the cabin
Used specifically in the 80-minute treatment, Pomegranate Earth is a powder derived from pomegranate seeds, rich in powerful antioxidants. It provides revitalizing stimulation to your skin, perfectly preparing it for the next steps of the massage ritual.
Properties
Circulatory stimulation: Applied with friction along the spine, it stimulates blood circulation and revitalizes skin tissues.
Skin preparation: The use of the olive wood strigil to remove Pomegranate Earth adds a unique sensory and historical dimension to the treatment.
The use of the wooden strigil allows for an intensification of the various maneuvers in the form of repeated gestures, providing greater joint and muscle relaxation as well as better vascularization of the cartilages. The trapezius-skull-head massage is also deepened for maximum relaxation.
Experience a unique sensory escape.
The Sparta Ritual at home
A range of products from ancient Greek botany
Extend the benefits of the Sparta Ritual in the comfort of your home. Discover how to recreate this exceptional experience with Cinq Mondes' Aromatic Gel Oil. To maximize the benefits, access our video tutorials and learn self-massage techniques for optimal relaxation at any time.
The Aromatic Gel Oil
The Aromatic Gel Oil is much more than a simple skincare product; it's a revolution in the art of massage. Designed to offer an unprecedented polysensory experience, this oil transforms before your eyes and upon contact with your skin for immediate and lasting benefits.
Skin Dietetics®
For this unique product, a plant-based trio has been formulated, inspired by ancient botany and in light of the most recent physicochemical studies, using:
Plant-based trio
Ben Oil (from Moringa seeds): rich in omega 9 and behenic acid.
Myrtle extract: containing flavonoids and vitamin C.
Iris extract: composed of flavonoids
This trio actively contributes to relaxation and soothing tension. It is combined with Fig, rich in sugars and malic acid, which helps regulate the body's water loss and thus ensures intense hydration. Finally, a warming active ingredient provides a sensation of well-being that contributes to the complete relaxation of body and mind.
A Polysensory Experience
The Aromatic Gel Oil has an innovative gel texture that transforms into a melting oil during massage. After each application, the Aromatic Gel Oil leaves a powdery finish on the skin.
Immersive fragrance Created by perfumer Serge de Oliveira, the fragrance of the Aromatic Gel Oil provides an immediate feeling of well-being and relaxation. It transports us to the heart of the city of Sparta with its notes of Cedar, Lavandin, and Peppermint.
Visible and proven results
91% of users feel relaxed from the first application. (1)
97% notice intensely nourished and more supple skin. (2)
88% Immediate feeling of well-being. (1)
Don't wait any longer to discover the benefits of the Sparta Ritual. Book your 50 or 80-minute treatment in our Cinq Mondes spas and let yourself be carried away by a unique experience of relaxation and well-being.
Book now and feel the difference.
1- Results of self-assessment carried out by an independent laboratory on 32 volunteers after one application of the Aromatic Gel Oil.
2- Results of self-assessment carried out by an independent laboratory on 32 volunteers after 1 application per day for 28 days
