The Heritage Behind Our Ritual...
A centuries-old Vietnamese haircare tradition, brought to Ashburton.
Long before modern shampoos filled bathroom shelves, Vietnamese women cared for their hair with ingredients gifted by nature.
One of the most treasured was soapberry — bồ kết, a traditional Vietnamese cleansing herb that has been used for generations. Dried soapberry pods were traditionally slow-cooked over the fire with fragrant botanicals such as pomelo peel, lemongrass and holy basil, creating a rich, aromatic herbal wash for the hair and scalp.
It was more than haircare.
It was a ritual. A moment of care, passed from mother to daughter.
At Lelei Beauty Spa, we honour this beautiful tradition by bringing it to life through our signature Vietnamese Soapberry Herbal Shampoo, sourced directly from Vietnam and carefully prepared in small batches using natural, plant-based ingredients.
The result is a beautifully gentle cleansing experience that leaves your scalp feeling refreshed and your hair feeling soft, clean and naturally nourished — while surrounding you with the calming aroma of Vietnamese herbs.
A Ritual Rooted in Nature
Our signature herbal shampoo is:
100% natural • Plant-based • Vegan • Small-batch crafted
Made with traditional Vietnamese ingredients including soapberry, pomelo peel, lemongrass, holy basil and other aromatic botanicals, every wash connects you to a piece of Vietnamese heritage.
And the best part?
Every Lelei Vietnamese Head Spa experience includes our signature herbal shampoo.
So while you lie back, close your eyes and let the treatment unfold, you're not simply having your hair washed.
You're experiencing a Vietnamese ritual that has been cherished for generations.
From Vietnam, With Love...
Exclusively at Lelei Beauty Spa, Ashburton.
Come and experience the beautiful tradition of Vietnamese herbal haircare — where ancient rituals meet modern relaxation.
Book your Head Spa and discover why this little piece of Vietnam is so special.