The Moon, with its mystical brilliance, mesmerizing beauty, and undeniable influence on our planet, has captivated people since the beginning of time.
On April 8, those in Canada, the United States and Mexico will witness a solar eclipse, when the moon’s shadow blocks the sun’s light, causing a period of temporary darkness in the middle of the day.
A solar eclipse occurs on average every 18 months and is a rare and powerful time to make your dreams come true.
However, you don’t have to wait that long to tune in to the moon! In fact, the new Kilolani Spa on Maui offers a menu of services focused on the natural currents of the world.
The Moon, with its mystical brilliance, mesmerizing beauty, and undeniable influence on our planet, has captivated people since the beginning of time.
Kilolani Spa is located in Maui’s Grand Wailea, a Waldorf Astoria Resort.
Inspired by the phases of the moon, the spa’s signature services combine relaxing therapies and ancient practices to guide each guest into a state of alignment with the natural flow of the universe.
Spa programming continually evolves along with the lunar cycles, as do exclusive products handcrafted on Maui.
Kilolani Spa is a wellness destination whose services focus on the Hawaiian lunar calendar.
Inspired by the lunar phases, signature services combine relaxing therapies and ancient practices to guide each guest into a state of alignment with the natural flow of the universe.
Understanding how to harmonize with the lunar phases can be very enriching.
From the motivating energy of the waxing moon to the calming vibrations of the waning moon, each phase offers unique opportunities for growth, manifestation, and introspection.
Hawaiians observe 12 lunar months, divided into three 10-day lunar phases called Ho’onui, Poepoe and Ho’emi.
The first 10-day period is called Hoʻonui “rise”, it is the first visible phase of the moon when it begins to wax.
The second, Poepoe “round”, is when the moon becomes full, and the last, Ho’emi “waning”, is when the moon loses its light and decreases in size.
Self-care rituals at Kilolani Spa are guided by the moon and rooted in Hawaiian culture.
Hawaiians observe 12 lunar months, divided into three 10-day lunar phases called Ho’onui, Poepoe and Ho’emi.
The self-care rituals at Kilolani Spa are guided by the moon and rooted in Hawaiian culture.
During the New Moon, massages at Kilolani Spa incorporate Swedish and lomi lomi techniques
THE NEW MOON
To understand how we can best channel and harness the power of the moon, we must first identify the different lunar phases and what they represent.
Ho’onui is when the sun and moon are on the same side of the earth.
Visually, the illuminated part of the moon appears to grow from a crescent to a nearly full face.
The enlargement of the moon represents a new beginning, opening a window of opportunity to manifest our deepest desires.
It’s a great time to set new intentions, plant metaphorical seeds, plan future goals, and start something new.
During this lunar phase, massages at the Kilolani spa incorporate Swedish and lomi lomi techniques.
Lomi Lomi translates to “rub rub” in Hawaiian. It is a healing and spiritual massage that involves long, fluid movements that promote lymphatic drainage to improve blood circulation.
The healing practice is designed to relax muscles, release blockages, shift energy and promote balance.
It is a free-form massage in which the masseuse responds to your breathing and energy to determine the amount of pressure to apply.
While the new moon is a time to set intentions, the full moon is a time to gain clarity.
More than 50,000 square feet of the $55 million spa are dedicated to 40 treatment rooms, a meditation room, a reflection room, infrared saunas with halotherapy, hammam and hydrothermal gardens.
FULL MOON
PoePoe is when the sun and moon are perfectly aligned on opposite sides of the earth, creating a feeling of harmony and balance.
While the new moon is a time to set intentions, the full moon is a time to gain clarity.
It is said that when the moon becomes full, its energy intensifies, and so does ours, elevating our consciousness and deepening our relationship with our unconscious.
During this time, services like foot massages and body wraps at Kilolani Spa feature Anahulu oil from Lokelani Essentials.
All Lokelani products are formulated with Lokelani Rose essential oil, made from the Damascus rose, the official flower of Maui.
The women-owned and operated skincare company grows its own ingredients and picks its flowers at the height of the full moon at the peak of its power.
Anahulu oil also contains Gardenia, Vanilla, Iliahi, Papaya Seed Oil, Lilikoi Seed Oil and Fractionated Coconut Oil.
During the full moon, services at Kilolani Spa feature Anahulu oil from Lokelani Essentials
Anahulu Oil also contains Gardenia, Vanilla, Iliahi, Papaya Seed Oil, Lilikoi Seed Oil, Fractionated Coconut Oil.
THE WANING MOON
The last ten nights of the lunar phases are called Ho’emi, which means waning or waning moon.
Having been awakened by the achievements of the full moon, it is time to surrender, reflect, rest, heal and rejuvenate as the moon loses its light.
To this end, the $55 million spa includes a meditation room, a reflection room, infrared saunas with halotherapy, Hammam, hydrothermal gardens, a movement center and a full-service salon.
The spa also offers a new type of “sound healing” that incorporates a unique combination of harmonic sound therapy with Hawaiian chanting, designed to eliminate negative energy, promote healing and improve overall well-being.
To complete each guest’s self-care experience, there is a retail space filled with locally made items, including their signature essential oils, Tusk Maui jewelry, and more.
Having been awakened by the achievements of the full moon, it is time to surrender, reflect, rest, heal and rejuvenate as the moon loses its light.
Kilolani Spa is a luxury open-air spa overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean.
A sauna, steam room, waterfall showers and vitality pool are located on the premises.
Melissa Wood-Tepperberg of Melissa Wood Health helped celebrate the spa’s launch with an exclusive wellness escape, including a morning of mindfulness and movement.
Just as moon gazing can provide mood-boosting endorphins, so does physical fitness.
Social media star Melissa Wood-Tepperberg of Melissa Wood Health helped celebrate the spa’s launch with an exclusive wellness getaway, including a morning of mindfulness and movement.
The program gave guests the opportunity to participate in two intimate classes led by the expert, as well as a selection of luxury treatments at the spa.
“It is important to breathe your deepest desires every day,” said the New York businessman and leading figure in the field of health and well-being.
‘Every day I breathe my deepest desires but then I always add use me, guide me, show me, because sometimes we think we know what we want and we think we are aligning our actions to meet our needs, but they weren’t.’
According to the certified yoga and Pilates instructor, we know when our body is at its highest frequency.
Committed to a conscious, fit lifestyle, Melissa believes in moving with intention.
“I’m a 15- to 20-minute-a-day person,” he admitted. ‘That’s all I do, but I’m consistent. Keeping movement as part of your day increases energy.’
A pre-recorded session will be available to guests staying at Grand Wailea in the coming months.