body scrub · 90–150 minutes (usually packaged with massage)

Lulur Body Scrub

The Javanese royal pre-wedding ritual, now Bali’s signature spa sequence: turmeric-and-rice scrub, a yogurt splash, and a soak — traditionally in a petal-covered tub overlooking something green.

What it costs

Ubud / Bali $25–55 for massage + lulur + flower bath packages
Kuala Lumpur $40–70 in ritual packages
United States resort spas $250–400 for equivalent rituals

What to expect

Typically follows a massage: the turmeric-rice paste is applied and massaged off as it dries, followed by a cooling yogurt application, a rinse, and a flower-strewn bath with tea served at the tub. Skin comes out noticeably soft; the turmeric tint washes off.

Etiquette & modesty

Disposable underwear provided and worn throughout the scrub; draping continues as in massage. The flower bath is private (or shared for couples bookings). Fine for scrub-shy first-timers — the attendant works around draping.

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