Cover image via Kantik by GOYO (Provided to SAYS) & Tamara Jayne/SAYS
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Ever wondered what it feels like to be prepped for a K-drama?
Skin glowing, muscles melting, mind floating somewhere between a dreamy spa escape and pure serenity? Yeah… this is probably it.
Kantik by GOYO, the newly opened sister brand of the South Korean-run sanctuary GOYO, has just launched its body scrub section in The Exchange, TRX, KL.
Known for head spas and facials, Kantik brings high-end Korean wellness into sleek, fully private suites — and we had to try it.
From the moment I walked in, it felt exclusive but not intimidating
Kantik has fully private single and couple suites, plus a cave-style body scrub room that feels straight out of a South Korean onsen retreat.
It's also Muslim-friendly, with women-only zones and private access corridors, which is a huge plus if privacy matters.
Before the treatment began, I was handed quality disposable underwear to change into (the good kind, not the flimsy ones). Small detail, but it already set the tone.
Then, I was led into the cave room.
They provide you with a shower cap, fresh underwear, and a bathrobe.
Image via Tamara Jayne/SAYSFor those unfamiliar, a South Korean body scrub, known as seshin, is an intensive exfoliation ritual done using specialised viscose mitts (often called Italy towels)
After softening your skin with heat, therapists manually remove layers of dead skin to reveal ridiculously smooth results underneath.
My therapist, Carmen, started by applying a product all over my body before leaving me to steam for about 15 to 20 minutes. Lying there in the warm, cocoon-like cave room, I could already feel my muscles letting go.
I'm not the biggest fan of saunas or steam rooms, but I get why they're needed before a full-body scrub. Curved walls, earthy tones, and soft lighting create a serene haven, and a small opening in the ceiling lets in light, which makes it feel less claustrophobic.
After a while, Carmen returned — mitts on — and began the scrub. Layers of skin literally rolled off. It's oddly satisfying, watching the dullness disappear.
Thorough, but never painful. Just methodical, rhythmic, and surprisingly therapeutic.
After the exfoliation, she ran a waterfall-like shower over me. It flows gently over your body while you're still lying down, washing everything away without you having to move.
An example of what the 'bed' and shower looks like.
Image via Kantik by GOYO (Provided to SAYS)Then came the bubbles.
Using a soft cloth, Carmen layered foam over me until I was basically wrapped in clouds. It sounds dramatic, but it felt like being blanketed in something warm and airy at the same time.
Comforting. Soft. Weirdly emotional? My skin already felt baby-smooth at this point, but the bubble cleanse somehow made it feel even more delicate. (NGL, I felt like a fine dining dish ready to be served. Haha.)
After a quick rinse in the shower and a change into fresh underwear, the final act began.
Back on the 'bed', Carmen placed warm stones along my back before transitioning into a full-body massage
The heat melted any leftover tension in my muscles, and the aroma oil treatment elevated everything. I didn't want the session to end.
By the time she finished with a moisturising ritual, my skin genuinely looked brighter and felt almost glass-like — that smooth, reflective finish we always associate with South Korean beauty.
And just when I thought it was over, I was brought out to enjoy a pot of wellness tea. You can choose from options like bellflower root, honey citron, or honey ginger. It felt like a soft landing back into reality.
Final verdict: is it worth the splurge?
Yes, if you can afford it.
60-minute version: RM495
- Massage
- Warm bath prep
- Exfoliation
- Deep rinse
90-minute Premium Body Scrub: RM630
- Warm bath prep
- Full-body exfoliation
- Deep rinse + cleansing
- Relaxing body massage
- Aroma oil treatment
- Moisturising finish
It's on the pricier side. This isn't your "pop in after work" kind of facial. It's more of a "I deserve this" ritual. The kind you book after surviving a brutal month at your 8–5, training for a marathon, or when you just need to feel human again.
Honestly? If I were a South Korean celeb, this would probably be my bi-monthly reset. Luxurious, indulgent, and intentional. Beyond skincare, it's like a full-body renewal.
If you can afford it, it's the kind of experience that reminds you how good your body is supposed to feel. And if you're looking to treat someone you love — your partner, your mum, or a loved one — this is a pretty unforgettable way to say, "You deserve to be taken care of."
Find out more about the body scrub and Kantik's other services here.
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