Head Spa · Brighton, Melbourne
Japanese head spa in Melbourne: what it is, and how our rituals compare.
A Japanese head spa is a scalp-focused appointment built around cleansing, head, neck and shoulder massage, warm steam and a long water rinse. Our Head Spa rituals at 246 Bay Street, Brighton bring those same elements together in our own sequence. All five run for 90 minutes, from A$180, and you can book online.
The basics
What is a Japanese head spa?
It is time set aside for your scalp. Where a salon wash takes minutes, a Japanese head spa slows the whole thing down: a thorough scalp cleanse, massage through the head, neck and shoulders, warmth from steam, mist or a hot towel, then water poured over the scalp for longer than you would ever do at home.
Melbourne sessions commonly run from 45 to 90 minutes. If you have been searching for one, the questions worth asking are what the steps are, how long you get, and what your scalp actually receives.
Step by step
Japanese head spa steps, and what happens at Éthos.
| Step | What you will usually find | In our rituals |
|---|---|---|
| Scalp cleanse | A cleansing shampoo and scalp treatment | Warm water and botanicals, with an enzymatic exfoliation and tailored hair bath in Strengthening |
| Massage | Head, neck and shoulders | A relaxing scalp and upper trapezius massage |
| Warmth | Steam, mist or a hot towel | Warm steam during a slow massage |
| Water | A long rinse, often poured overhead | Our signature waterfall rinse, which you can extend for A$20 |
| Finish | Hair drying | A gentle blow-dry in Éthos Signature, and a styled final touch in Strengthening |
| Length | 45 to 90 minutes | 90 minutes, every ritual |
Choose your ritual
Which head spa should I book?
Start with how your scalp feels today. If you simply want the full experience, Éthos Signature is our introduction.
| Ritual | Who it is for | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Éthos Signature | Your first head spa: warm water, botanicals, steam, the waterfall rinse, massage and a gentle blow-dry | A$180 |
| Purifying | Dry, flaky or dehydrated scalps | A$260 |
| Rebalancing | Oily, congested or weighed-down scalps | A$280 |
| Strengthening | Hair that needs fortifying | A$280 |
| Soothing | Delicate, sensitive or reactive scalps | A$300 |
Cost
How much is a head spa at Éthos?
Our rituals are A$180 to A$300 for 90 minutes. Add-ons are chosen when you book:
- Extended Waterfall Rinse, A$20
- Deep Bristle Scalp Cleanse, 20 minutes, A$30
- Colour Protect Mask and Finish, A$30
- Hair styled with Dyson, 15 minutes, A$35
- Extended Massage, 15 minutes, A$40
- LED Light Therapy, A$40
- Intensive Hair Strand Repair, A$80
- Ayurvedic Forehead Water Ritual, 15 minutes, A$85
Our Brighton sanctuary
A head spa inside a trichologist-led clinic.
Our 140-square-metre space on Bay Street was designed by Biasol in walnut, warm stone, glass brick and merlot tones. Our principal Trichologist, Sena Karagoz, guides our scalp-led approach, so if something needs more than a ritual, we can tell you what the next step is.
For shedding, thinning or an ongoing scalp concern, begin with our 45-minute trichology consultation at A$220, a separate appointment credited toward treatment if you proceed. Our guide to scalp treatment in Melbourne sets out how the two differ.
Common questions
Japanese head spa questions, answered.
Is Éthos a Japanese head spa?
We call ours a Head Spa ritual. It shares the elements people look for in a Japanese head spa: scalp cleansing, massage, steam and a long water rinse, in a sequence we have shaped around scalp care. If you have a particular technique in mind, ask our team what each ritual includes before you book.
How much does a Japanese head spa cost in Melbourne?
Prices vary by venue and session length. At Éthos, a 90-minute ritual is A$180 for Éthos Signature and A$260 to A$300 for the other four.
How long does a head spa take?
Our rituals are each 90 minutes. Allow a little extra time around your appointment so your visit does not feel rushed.
Where in Melbourne are you?
We are at 246 Bay Street, Brighton, with street parking available nearby. We see guests Tuesday to Sunday by appointment.
Which ritual should I start with?
Éthos Signature is the most accessible introduction. If your scalp or hair needs more targeted care, compare the rituals above or call us on 03 9593 6633.
Make time for your scalp.
Choose your 90-minute Head Spa and see current availability in our Brighton booking calendar.