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Why it works … The Decléor Slim Effect Wrap

Why it works … The Decléor Slim Effect Wrap

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09 September 2014
We caught up with Spa6 to talk about their Decléor Slim Effect Wrap to find out what it does and why it works! What exactly is the treatment ? The Decléor Slim effect wrap starts with an exfoliation of the body beginning with the legs, abdomen, chest and arms. The therapist will then remove the […]
Why we all need a good cuddle

Why we all need a good cuddle

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16 May 2014
Cuddle clubs, hugging therapy, and even cuddle parties … these are all concepts that have invaded my personal space in the recent months, and being quite British about it all, I am slightly perturbed. I can’t deny the feel-good factor of a really great hug, sometimes it is the thing that will completely make your […]
Why it works … Advanced Enzyme Peel Facial

Why it works … Advanced Enzyme Peel Facial

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13 May 2014
For weddings and special occasions, the spa at East Sussex National turns to ESPA and in particular, their Advanced Enzyme Peel Facial … and here’s why! What exactly is the Advanced Enzyme Peel Facial? It starts with an eye and lip cleanse, which is followed with a face cleanse that’s removed with hot mitts.  We […]
Learning to walk again by Sophie Morgan

Learning to walk again by Sophie Morgan

Today, Sophie Morgan is known as a TV presenter, writer, producer and a powerful disability advocate, especially in the travel sector. Paralysed in a car crash as a teenager, she explained to us what it was like taking her first steps 10 years later.
A Day in a Life with Downs Syndrome

A Day in a Life with Downs Syndrome

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21 March 2014
When her daughter, Hattie, was born with Downs Syndrome, Robyn Perriss discovered a whole new world of support, particularly through the charity Sparkles.  On World Downs Syndrome Day, she talks about how life has changed since Hattie arrived … I found out my daughter had Downs Syndrome when … A few hours after she was […]
Aromatherapy for women’s wellbeing: which essential oils are for you?

Aromatherapy for women’s wellbeing: which essential oils are for you?

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13 March 2023
If anyone knows the healing powers of aromatherapy, it’s expert, Beverley Higham.  Here she explains which essential oils can help us women to feel our best whatever life throws at us.
Spas and Sexism: Would you be happy with a male therapist?

Spas and Sexism: Would you be happy with a male therapist?

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26 February 2014
Would you be happy to have a male spa therapist?  Spabreaks.com talks personally and professionally about sexism in the spa world … It isn’t often in the UK that you hear stories about sexism that place men in the position of disadvantage, but when it does happen, it isn’t any more acceptable than when it […]
Why it works … Signature Mauritian Massage

Why it works … Signature Mauritian Massage

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18 February 2014
Blending local massage techniques and botanical oils, Heritage Awali Golf and Spa Resort talks about the massage inspired by the wisdom of ancient healing techniques combined within good old Mauritian know-how. What is exactly the Signature Mauritian Massage? The Mauritian Massage is a 75-minute treatment and is an original massage using different techniques from Asia, […]
Why it works … Aura-Soma

Why it works … Aura-Soma

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21 January 2014
‘You are the colours you choose’:  A spa treatment born out of a vision in a dream, Kenwick Park explains what Aura-Soma (otherwise known as colour therapy) is all about! What exactly is Aura-Soma? Also known as colour therapy, you can have a 45 minute back massage or a 90-minute full body treatment.  It works […]
Tried and Tested: Sanctuary Spa’s Therapist’s Secret Facial Oil

Tried and Tested: Sanctuary Spa’s Therapist’s Secret Facial Oil

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19 December 2013
There are some names in the spa and beauty world that ring out like bells far into the realms of the rest of us mere mortals, and Sanctuary Spa is one of them.  This is a place where, when they suggest a product is a ‘beauty hero for all skin types’, you are advised to […]