6 Steps: How to Launch a Head Spa Menu in Your Salon

Whether you’re looking to diversify your menu or align your salon with today’s wellness-driven clientele, launching a head spa service can be both rewarding and profitable. With the right setup—including professional head spa bed equipment—you can transform a simple shampoo service into a full sensory experience clients will want to return for again and again. Here are some tips for a successful launch.

Step 1

Define the Head Spa Style: Understand the Experience You're Offering

A head spa isn’t just a scalp treatment—it’s an immersive ritual. Clients come not only to cleanse and nourish their scalp but also to unwind, reset, and de-stress.

A head spa service typically includes:

• Deep scalp cleansing and exfoliation

• Massage techniques that improve circulation and relieve tension
  Aromatherapy and soothing music

• Hydrating or purifying scalp masks and tonics

Before launching, define what kind of head spa experience you want to offer: Japanese-inspired precision, Korean-style scalp restoration, or Vietnamese-style relaxation. Each brings its own benefits, and tailoring your approach helps differentiate your salon.

Step 2

Curate the Head Spa Menu

Here are three signature head spa treatments at different price points you can start with. These can be customized with add-ons like hair steaming, LED therapy, scalp analysis, or botanical oils as your clients grow more familiar with the service.

Essential scalp refresh (30 minutes): A perfect introductory service for clients with an oily scalp or mild buildup who need a quick reset

• Deep cleanse + scalp massage + rinse

Nourish & balance (45 minutes): A rejuvenating mid-level treatment focused on restoring hydration and scalp comfort

• Exfoliation + hydrating mask + aromatherapy

Total renewal experience (60 minutes): A premium ritual inspired by Vietnamese head spa techniques

• Full scalp and shoulder massage + hair mask + hot towel finish

Step 3

Invest in the Right Equipment

A true head spa experience depends on comfort, ergonomics, and atmosphere—and that starts with your setup. Your choice of spa shampoo bed, water system, and head spa bed plumbing layout will directly impact the quality of the services you can offer.

Whale Spa's Elysian Head Spa Shampoo Bed provides the perfect foundation with its fully reclining design, Human Touch™ Airwave Massage system, adjustable headrest, and integrated porcelain basin with the Gold Ring Water Halo. This shampoo bed head spa setup allows technicians to deliver a wide variety of treatments seamlessly while ensuring clients are completely relaxed from head to toe.

Choose between the standard Elysian Head Spa Shampoo Bed or upgrade to the Human Touch™ Airwave Massage System for a fully immersive wellness experience. The standard model offers exceptional comfort and support, while the upgraded version adds a gentle, rhythmic airwave massage that melts tension in the back, glutes, and thighs—ideal for salons looking to offer a spa-level upgrade. Both versions include technician-friendly features, but the upgraded Elysian comes with an additional storage compartment for oils, tools, and treatment essentials.

Whichever model you choose, the Elysian Head Spa Shampoo Bed provides the foundation you need to deliver a true head spa experience. While inspired by Vietnamese head spa rituals known for flowing, full-body comfort, the Elysian’s versatile design fits any head spa style—Japanese, Korean, or a custom fusion. Some salons even pair the bed with multi-service add-ons, making it a seamless option for setups that offer head spa beds with pedicure combinations.

This bed doesn’t just upgrade your shampoo area—it transforms your space into a fully realized scalp massage table designed for modern wellness services.

Step 4

Maintain Your Head Spa Shampoo Bed

To preserve the elegance and longevity of your Elysian Head Spa Shampoo Bed, regular cleaning is essential. A few minutes of maintenance each day keeps your equipment looking pristine and ensures every client enjoys a hygienic, spa-quality experience.

Head Spa Cleaning and Care

• Rinse the bowl with warm water after each use.

• Use a mild dish soap or gentle all-purpose cleaner.

• Wipe with a soft sponge or microfiber cloth.

• Rinse thoroughly and dry with a towel to prevent water spots.

For Tougher Stains or Buildup

• Mix baking soda with water to form a paste.

• Apply to stained areas and let sit for 5–10 minutes.

• Scrub gently, rinse, and dry.

Weekly Disinfection

• Use a diluted bleach solution (1 tbsp bleach to 1 gallon water).

• Wipe lightly, rinse thoroughly, and dry completely.

Avoid

• Abrasive scrubbers or harsh chemicals.

• Magic erasers on glossy porcelain.

• Vinegar on metal fixtures, which may cause corrosion over time.

Step 5

Create a Spa Environment

Transforming a standard shampoo area into a head spa experience doesn’t require a remodel—just thoughtful enhancements:

• Soft LED ambient lighting

• Calming music or white noise

• Warm towels and aromatherapy

• Minimal clutter

• A pre-service beverage or hot towel

These small touches instantly elevate the service and help justify premium pricing.

Step 6

Market Your New Service

To ensure a successful launch, promote your head spa menu through multiple touchpoints:

• Social media teasers showcasing your serene head spa area

• “Introductory head spa specials” to attract curiosity

• Email campaigns focused on scalp wellness and stress relief

• Blog posts on head spa benefits

• In-salon posters or signage announcing the new service

Timing is Everything

Launching a head spa menu positions your salon at the forefront of wellness-focused beauty, helping you boost revenue, deepen client loyalty, and create a memorable experience year-round. With the right head spa bed equipment, thoughtful services, and a serene atmosphere, you can create a destination clients return to again and again.

The Elysian Head Spa Shampoo Bed is included in our Black Friday 15% sitewide sale, giving salon owners the chance to save even more before prices increase in December. Upgrade your salon setup today with a refreshed service lineup that merges beauty, wellness, and relaxation—all built on the comfort and versatility of the Elysian Head Spa Shampoo Bed.