Sun, salt, sand and wind are a lot of fun, and also quite hard on your skin and hair. After a few days on the beach, many people notice dryness, dullness and a general tiredness. Here is how to look after yourself between beach days in Goa, and where a spa visit can help.
Skin: protect, cleanse, moisturise
The basics matter most. Use sunscreen and reapply it, rinse off salt and sand at the end of the day, and moisturise while your skin is still slightly damp. Drink plenty of water. If your skin feels sore or has been sunburnt, be gentle with it and give it time to settle.
When a facial can help
A facial is a good way to reset skin that feels tired. At Aline's, the team looks at your skin first and recommends the most suitable treatment. The Face Clean-Up gently cleanses, exfoliates and refreshes the skin to remove surface impurities and dullness. The Sensitive Skin Facial uses a gentle cleansing and hydrating approach for delicate or easily irritated skin, and the Acne & Dark Spot Facial offers deep cleansing and focused care for breakouts, marks and uneven-looking skin. See the full options on the facial in Candolim page. If your skin is sunburnt, mention it and ask the team before booking any hair-removal service such as waxing.
Hair: the effect of sea and sun
Salt water and sun can leave hair dry, tangled and frizzy, and pool chlorine adds to it. Rinse your hair with fresh water after swimming where you can, use a conditioner and avoid heavy heat styling. Wearing a hat or tying your hair up helps during long beach days.
Hair treatments worth asking about
A Hair Spa combines cleansing, conditioning and professional hair-care products to leave hair and scalp refreshed and well cared for. If frizz is your main concern, you can ask about Hair Smoothening or a Keratin Hair Treatment; both are designed to reduce the appearance of frizz, and your stylist will confirm suitability after looking at your hair. Hair Botox is a conditioning-focused treatment for dry, frizzy or stressed hair and does not involve injections. Colour-treated hair deserves a conversation with your stylist first. See the hair salon in Candolim page for more.
Feet and nails
Sandals, sand and a lot of walking are tough on feet. A Pedicure provides professional foot and toenail grooming, and the Footlogix Pedicure Treatment adds cleansing, exfoliation and moisturising care. Thai Foot Reflexology is a relaxing way to recover after long periods of walking. Take a look at the nail salon in Candolim page.
Recover with a massage
Swimming, walking on sand and lying on a sunbed in odd positions can leave you stiff. A massage helps you wind down; choose the style that matches how you feel, using our guide to choosing your massage.
Plan a recovery day
A good approach is to schedule a recovery day mid-trip. Spend the morning in the shade, have a spa afternoon with a massage and a facial or hair spa, and keep the evening easy. Booking ahead is wise in the busy holiday season. Tell the team about your skin and hair concerns when you book, and they will suggest where to start. Prices may vary by branch, and the team confirms the price when you book.
Aftercare at home
Whatever you book, a few habits help between visits. Use a gentle cleanser rather than a harsh one on sun-tired skin, moisturise morning and night, and drink water regularly. For hair, use a conditioner after every wash and let it air dry when you can. For feet, keep them moisturised and give them a rest from tight shoes. These are small things, but they build on whatever treatment you have chosen.
If you are worried about a specific skin or scalp concern, tell the team. They can recommend a service, and for anything that looks medical you should speak to a doctor.
Aline's is in Candolim, near Candolim Beach and the ITC Fortune Hotel. Read more about the best spa in Goa, or call or WhatsApp +91 77740 50011 to book.