Posh Nails now into foot massage lounge

MANILA, Philippines - Somewhere in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig is a hot hub for fans of relaxation and wellness where their feet are swept off the ground from pampering that benefits mind, body and “sole.”    

Open from 1 p.m. to midnight, Foot Massage Lounge (FML) offers 75-minute body massage; and the much-talked about 60-deluxe foot massage based on Shiatsu and Reflexology techniques using a special, cool balm of green tea essence prepared by their own chemist, and massage hammer from Thailand that allows the well-trained therapists to knead the feet thoroughly without hurting it.

“Our massages are perfect for those who are stressed out or want to feel special by getting royal treatment. I think everyone of us falls under either category or both that’s why it’s a hit,” said entrepreneur Cat Ilacad (photo), who’s also behind the super successful Posh Nails empire.

Studies show that massage promotes better blood circulation even as it releases tension and stress from the body which restores balance within. Anyone who steps into Foot Massage Lounge would be impressed by the ambience. For starters, the elegant boutique hotel setting in black, white and gold motif is not the usual Zen-like vibe of other spas, and will not intimidate even the manliest of men. All rooms have plush lazy boy chairs and customized massage couches and a personal TV/entertainment set that has a selection of movies for clients to choose from. “It’s home away from home. To some, it’s how you’d like your home to look like. It could be your quiet escape. It has that personal feel,” Ilacad said.      

Thinking of throwing a “spa-rty” for 14 of your “sole” sisters and brothers? The Foot Massage Lounge welcomes you. “You can have ‘me’ time and ‘we’ time,” she quipped. “You can drink tea together after a session — yes, we throw that in for free.”

Whoever foots the bill will not end up with bleeding wallet. Despite the upscale service and interiors, Ilacad said that their prices are not unreasonable at all.

So, relax, put your feet up. It’s all good.

Foot Massage Lounge is at the second floor of the new commercial complex The Forum. It has a special summer promo that gives 30 percent off on your next visit to FML if you avail the massage pass. Foot Massage Lounge Rewards Card is also given to every client who has ever tried FML. Free services are given on the fifth, 10th and 15th visit.