Discover the art of botanical scalp care
Welcome to your sanctuary of calm.
Gili Head Spa is a speakeasy-style wellness studio located in Murray Hill, New York City, specializing in botanical head spa and facial treatments that restore scalp and skin health, promote relaxation, and enhance overall well-being.
Our boutique salon offers Korean-inspired scalp therapy using plant-based ingredients to treat dryness, buildup, hair thinning, and stress. Signature services include deep scalp cleansing, exfoliation, herbal steam therapy, and tension-melting massage. We also offer curated facials designed to complement your head spa for a full-sensory reset.
Why scalp care matters more than you think
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Removes buildup and impurities that regular shampoo can’t reach.
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Boosts circulation to naturally energize and strengthen the follicles.
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Restores balance to dryness, flakes, excess oil, and irritation.
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Melts tension through massage that also supports healthy growth.
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Nourishes the roots for softer, shinier, stronger hair over time.
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Offers a full sensory reset, not just a treatment.
Choose your path,
choose your ritual.
At Gili Head Spa, we believe beauty starts at the root. We specialize in holistic treatments designed to improve hair health, restore balance, and elevate your senses. Explore our three types of rituals below:
Scalp Rituals
A fully personalized reset for your scalp. These rituals focus on deep cleansing, detox, boosted circulation, and deep relaxation to help your hair grow healthier from the root up.
Available in: 45 min I 60 min I 90 min
Scalp & Facial Rituals
The best of both worlds in one seamless experience. A full scalp reset paired with a targeted facial treatment for total head-to-skin harmony, glow, and deep restoration.
Available in: 60 min I 90 min
Seasonal Facials
Inspired by nature and tailored to the season. These customized facial rituals shift with climate and skin needs to deliver hydration, balance, and a fresh, luminous glow all year long.
Available in: 60 min I 90 min
Your journey to healthy roots and glowing skin starts here.
Your next chapter,
told by others
Every ritual begins with nature. We use plant powered botanicals chosen for their healing benefits, from green tea and hibiscus to aloe, tangerine peel, and gardenia fruit. Each ingredient is selected to soothe, nourish, and revive both scalp and skin.
FAQs
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Head spa treatments work for all hair types, but styles like braids, cornrows, sew-ins, or weaves can limit access to the scalp and are therefore not suitable. If you wear extensions, let us know the type in advance. We also recommend waiting 3 days after coloring or keratin to allow your treatment to settle. Our therapists adjust products and techniques to protect color-treated or processed hair while keeping your scalp refreshed.
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We recommend visiting every 4 weeks to maintain scalp health and balance. If you are addressing dryness, buildup, or hair thinning, coming every 2 to 3 weeks can help improve results faster. Many clients join our Gili Membership for consistent care and exclusive savings.
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Gili Head Spa offers an intimate one-on-one experience designed to feel private and fully personalized. Since our space features a single head spa bed, treatments are enjoyed individually. For two guests, we arrange sessions back to back for a smooth and relaxing flow. Please contact us directly for special requests.
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Arrive 5 to 10 minutes early to relax and settle in before your session. Please remove any jewelry and avoid wearing earrings or necklaces during the treatment. There’s no need to wash your hair beforehand, our double-cleansing ritual will take care of that for you.
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Yes, our scalp rituals are pregnancy safe, using gentle botanicals and light massage techniques for comfort and relaxation. Please note that treatments are performed while lying on your back for most of the session, so consider your comfort before booking.
*We always recommend consulting your doctor prior to your visit.
“The best head spa ever! the atmosphere is so calming and relaxing, it looks like a forest. the staff is so mind and sweet, this is my favorite get away to reset my nervous system and connect with myself. can’t recommend enough!”
Julieta T.
Where personal rituals become shared stories.
“Such an amazing experience! I highly recommend this incredible place. Small and intimate in the best way. They cater to you and are very thoughtful throughout the entire head massage. I can’t wait to go back, definitely worth a visit!”
Christy H.
“First time at a head spa and it was amazing! The ambiance is so relaxing. Maciel was so talented in her massaging and always made sure I was comfortable. My hair has never been softer after my appointment. Highly recommend!”
Rebecca G.
“Really cute clean relaxing place. The products used for the head spa smelt so amazing, loved the halo and steam and facial was great too! Hair feels really soft after plus scalp feels really squeaky clean! Will be back for the head spa again!”
Julianne L.
Discover our secret sanctuary in NYC.
We’re a speakeasy-style wellness studio in Murray Hill in NYC, ready to take you on a relaxation journey you’ll never forget.
Our treatments are by appointment only, with limited daily spots to ensure an unhurried experience.
Reserve your time, and let your ritual begin.
Where to Escape
225 E 35th Street
New York, NY 10016
Hours of Calm
Thursday, Friday & Sunday
11am–8pm
Call or Text Us
(646) 360-9109
We’d love to
hear from you.
Whether you’re curious about treatments, gift cards, memberships, or collaborations, we’d love to chat with you. Reach out anytime or say hi at hello@giliheadspa.com
Your journey to glowing roots and radiant skin begins here.
Moments of pure relaxation.
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