February 9, 2007

Mummy Dearest

The Cleopatra Treatment

Despite changing beauty standards (no to one eyebrow, yes to two), Cleopatra’s beauty regimen withstands the test of time.

And you can pay homage to the fabled Egyptian queen with the Cleopatra Rescue Treatment.

It starts with a gentle, full-body sugar scrub to nix scalies and dry winter skin. Next: a milk and honey wrap is applied with a soft brush. Afterward, you’re covered in rose petals (and not just for the aesthetic — they increase the moisturizing benefits of the honey) and wrapped in layers of warm sheets and towels.

While mummified, you’ll have a milk and honey mask applied to your face, followed by a light moisturizer and facial massage. The whole process takes about an hour and leaves you feeling and smelling great.

And certain to walk out like an Egyptian.

Available at Rescue Rittenhouse Spa, 255 South 17th Street (215-722-2766 or rescuerittenhousespa.com).