Talk Story with an Advertiser: Paradissimo Tropical Spa, LLC

“I had a flash that I was guiding a group of women in slathering papaya and avocados on themselves while explaining the importance of connecting to the ‘āina,” she says. “This vision popped up repeatedly over a few days, so I got online and explored what I would need to do to provide this service to women legally, and it was called an esthetician.”

With inspiration in her veins, she started looking for a holistic training program and found one available on Maui.

“So off I went,” she says.

>Then, one year later, she opened a spa in Pāhoa, where she did business for several years until Madame Pele came calling. Heeding the advice of many clients, she decided to relocate her business to Hilo. This effort resulted in finding a magnificent home at the Hilo Lagoon Center, which has plenty of parking and wonderful views of Wailoa Park.

While moving is stressful, she says her greatest challenge, to date, is to get the word out about the unique benefits of her integrated services.

“It’s all about health and wellness and supporting the whole person…not a silver bullet, injection approach to making pretty. American culture has a distorted view of beauty and aging that I do my best to overcome and assist others with,” she says.

Olivia says she helps women of all ages who want to look and feel their best while using all organic skincare ingredients and body treatments that go beyond pampering and help reduce mental and emotional stress.

What makes her spa stand out among the rest?

“Me is what I hear!” she says. “I am very passionate about surpassing client expectations and always put safety first. That means how you feel when you walk in the door, during consultation, receiving treatment, and employing home care.”

She carries Eminence Organic Skincare, offers detox packages including a Far Infra Red Sauna, and provides Goddess Good Gatherings™, for those with a sense of adventure who want to create a memorable experience with others.

Paradissimo Tropical Spa
Lobby level of the Hilo Lagoon Center
101 Aupuni St. Suite 205, Hilo
808.217.2202, email