Grand Velas SE Spas Redefine Luxury With Hand Spa Treatments

Source: Grand Velas Resorts

Reported By: Matthew Kennedy

When it comes to beauty and wellness, details matter. Grand Velas Resorts, already celebrated for their award-winning SE Spas, have introduced a new frontier in luxury self-care: dedicated hand spa treatments. With the industry embracing the concept of “skinification”—treating the hands with the same level of care once reserved solely for facial routines—this latest offering arrives at the perfect moment. After all, hands often reveal more about lifestyle, age, and stress than almost any other feature.

By addressing hand health with both scientific precision and cultural reverence, Grand Velas Riviera Maya and Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit are setting a new global benchmark for beauty and wellness.

At Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit, The Ultimate Beauty Ritual for Your Hands ($99 USD, 50 minutes) blends innovation with indulgence. Powered by Natura Bissé’s Diamond Collection—most notably the Diamond Luminous Perfecting Hand Cream—the treatment layers hydration, protection, and restoration into one seamless experience.

It begins with gentle glycolic acid exfoliation, ensuring maximum absorption of the potent active ingredients that follow. A rejuvenating massage then works to repair skin at the cellular level, deeply hydrating while improving elasticity and firmness. A brightening mask helps correct hyperpigmentation and shields against environmental damage. To close, rosehip oil infused with Pure Tamanu Oil is applied to nails and cuticles, strengthening and nourishing these oft-overlooked details.

The result is not simply softer hands, but visibly renewed skin that reflects a commitment to both health and beauty.

At Grand Velas Riviera Maya, the ‘Fountain of Youth’ Hand Renewal ($162 USD, 30-minute add-on) takes a different yet equally compelling approach. This experience fuses modern skincare science with ancestral healing traditions.

The journey begins with a citrus enzymatic scrub made from rosehip seeds and bitter orange extract, rich in alpha-hydroxy acids that exfoliate while infusing antioxidants. Additional layers of turmeric, pine extract, and vitamins C, F, and E amplify the treatment’s collagen-boosting and protective qualities.

But the true hallmark lies in the handcrafted poultices—sachets filled with locally sourced botanicals such as rosemary, mint, basil, mullein, calendula, anise, clove, and eucalyptus. Prepared by skilled SE Spa therapists, these poultices release aromatic and therapeutic benefits, enveloping guests in Mexico’s healing traditions. A closing reflexology massage restores natural balance while easing stress, creating a holistic reset for both mind and body.

Together, the two new hand treatments represent Grand Velas’ distinctive philosophy: marrying cutting-edge skincare innovations with authentic cultural practices. This blend underscores the brand’s reputation for all-encompassing luxury, where no detail—down to the hands—is overlooked.

By combining international premium products with rituals rooted in Mexican heritage, SE Spas provide an experience that is at once restorative, indulgent, and deeply intentional.

Both treatments are available to resort guests and day spa visitors by appointment, making them a compelling draw for wellness travelers. In a market where hands are finally getting the attention they deserve, Grand Velas has positioned itself ahead of the curve, offering beauty care that transcends surface-level pampering.

With accolades ranging from Forbes Travel Guide Five Stars for SE Spa to Michelin recognition at select resort restaurants, Velas Resorts consistently deliver experiences that blend innovation, authenticity, and luxury. The introduction of hand spa treatments reaffirms that ethos, signaling a future where wellness is not confined to tradition but expanded through thoughtful reinvention.