It's hard to keep up with all the latest spa info - new openings, quirky treatments, best deals - so we'll do our best to keep you informed. We welcome your feedback and inputs - info@spa-ireland.com
Aromatherapy Associates - 15 May 2013
Ultimate Beauty Bag and Little Beauty Bag - perfect travel companions
I travel a lot and am always looking for nice travel size bags with gorgeous contents. Aromatherapy Associates has launched their new limited edition beauty bags; designed to reflect the spirit of essential oils, the striking patterns provide the perfect way to encase all your Aromatherapy Associates products (and more!).
Inspired by the feeling created when you use Aromatherapy Associates therapeutic blends, the designs of the
bags have captured the essence of the positive effects of essential oils. “I’ve long wanted to create our own beauty bags, but wanted to do something that really reflected our ethos. Before the designer started work on the artwork, she spent time experiencing our products and understanding what we’re all about. I could not be happier with results! It captures, in art form, the power of the oils and the moods they create” says Geraldine Howard, Co-founder & President, Aromatherapy Associates.
The larger bag is perfectly proportioned to transport all your bulkier items for a longer break, the smaller bag
just the right size for travel minis or cosmetic pieces. Both bags are conveniently wipe-clean, have separate
compartment pockets so your precious smaller items don’t get lost and are finished off with the signature ‘AA’
logo tag on the zip.
Aromatherapy Associates’ Ultimate Beauty Bag (RRP £21.20) and Little Beauty Bag (RRP €14.10) are
available at Aromatherapy Associates Boutique & Treatment Rooms, 5 Montpelier Street, London SW7 1EX
and leading hotel and destination spas, worldwide. Other retail stockists include Liberty, Space NK and Fortnum
& Mason. Mail order direct from Aromatherapy Associates on 020 8569 7030 or order online
www.aromatherapyassociates.com.
Yoga 2013 Retreat - 01 May 2013
May 29th-June 2nd, The Algarve, with Michael Ryan
Join the nice people at The Yoga Room on Dublin's Merrion Road for this inspiring retreat in the rustic Quinta de Calma. A purpose build yoga retreat centre nestled in the woods above Almancil and only 15 minutes from Faro Airport and a short distant from one of the Algarve's most beautiful national park coast lines.
This retreat includes yoga twice a day, four nights accommodation, brunch and dinner each day. The food is vegetarian, organic and grown in the gardens where possible. The retreat begins with dinner on Wednesday 29th May and ends after brunch on the Sunday 2nd June. For info check out www.michaelryanyoga.com
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm - 16 Apr 2013
New Beauty Hero
We are always on the look out for the next 'heroic' product formulated to cleanse our skin and not leave it stripped of oils entirely. Ta-dah, from iconic British beauty brand, Elemis, comes a launch tipped to become a new beauty ‘hero’ and an instant classic: Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm.
Launched in the year that multi-award-winning Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream celebrates its 10th anniversary,
this balm-with-a-difference has been two years in development, perfecting the sublime texture and sense soothing
blend of naturally active aroma-therapeutics. Featuring rich, skin-nurturing oils grown within the UK, this make-up-melting balm is bliss to apply and ultra-effective. Simply unscrew the generous jar, and enjoy the signature blend of geranium, lavender, chamomile, eucalyptus, ho wood, orange, menthol and clove, blended into the highest-quality wheatgerm and oat, starflower and elderberry oils, perfectly fused with mimosa and heaven-scented rose.
Sounds way too good to put on your face but try it for yourself, to purchase go to www.timetospa.co.uk.
Spa at The Shelbourne - 01 Apr 2013
Glowing Spa Ritual available until 31 May
With our arctic weather, it seems hard to believe that some day in the future the sun will shine and we will expose our bodies to the warmth of its rays. Be optimistic and give your skin an intense moisture boost after the winter months with a ‘Glowing Spa Ritual’ package, guaranteed to give you smoother, softer and rehydrated skin in time for the warmer weather.
Package includes:
· Exotic Coconut Rub & Ritual Wrap
· Back, neck & shoulder massage
· Use of the relaxation room where you can enjoy the tranquillity and luxurious surroundings - and stunning views over St Stephen's Green
· Use of the spa facilities to include pool, steam & sauna
Price: €150.00 - call The Spa at The Shelbourne, +353 (0)1 6634500
The Thirsty Soul - 15 Mar 2013
Great Reiki
I'm a big Reiki fan. The rational voice in my head that tells me it's not scientifically provable is always counterbalanced by the reality of a session which inevitably leaves me feeling generally more balanced (not an easy task!). I've met many Reiki masters over the years but my latest find is Roseleen McNally, from Donegal, based in Dublin, a qualified Chartered Accountant with a magic touch.
In addition to Reiki session, Roseleen runs courses for people to learn Reiki and also does Life Coaching, Financial Coaching and Seichim Workshops. No-where else can you go to get your finance and energy balances sorted at the same time. For more, email Roseleen at info@thethirstsoul.com or visit www.thethirstysoul.com