Tropical Massage – has two locations in Sihanoukville, professionally trained staff and offers a range of massages with or without oil. The Fitness and Boxing Center recently opened in new location with a massage school and treatment center run by a trained masseuse. Five-twenty day courses are available. Starfish has a variety of massages, including an Indian head massage, with healthy juices and fresh baked goods available after your massage. Healthy Time Club 98 is a favorite of the ex-pat community. The owner, Mr. Saravuth, is trained in Thai massage. Lotus offers a cool, comfortable setting for a full body or foot massage. Relax has recently opened across from Monkey Republic and is getting excellent reviews.
Hair & Beauty Salons
Most local Khmer-run salons offer a hair wash and straighten for $1-4. Negotiate a price before you begin.
Waxing is not recommended at Khmer salons as staff is not trained on how to do it properly. Many clients cite a painful and unpleasant experience. Ladies on the beach will offer to “threat” your legs for $7-10. The process takes a long time (around 2 hours) but it works.
Manicures and pedicures range from $0.75 to $4 and are available at any salon in town, the main market or from ladies on the beach.
The spa at Sokha Beach Resort is a Western style spa with services including waxing, hair styling, body scrubs, pedicures and massage.
Tips to help relieve sunburn
Soak a cloth in strong, tepid tea. The tannic acid in the tea will draw out the heat and help to heal the burn.
Apply aloe vera or vinegar to the burn. It will help stop itching and inflammation.
Apply freshly cut cucumber, potato or papaya on the burned area. This will cool the skin.
