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Exuviance was created for use in spas and beauty clinics in 2002 by worldrenowned cosmetic dermatology experts Dr. Van Scott and Dr. Yu, founders of the NeoStrata Company Inc. Exuviance has a huge global following and is one of the leading skincare brands in Scandinavia, as well as being considered a cult brand by beauty editors in the UK. In 2015 the award winning NeoStrata brand became the only brand in the UK to have won Best Cosmeceutical Brand in both the Aesthetic Awards and, for the third year running, the MyFaceMyBody Awards. Exuviance products are based on the same technologies as NeoStrata products, with formulations developed for the needs of spas, beauty clinics and at home use by the client.

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the July issue of

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hile the classical British weather has been teasing us this month, changing from blazing sunshine one moment to thunderstorms the next, our minds have turned to how to get — and keep — the best tan possible. We’ve been looking at different options to suit everyone: sun beds for the sun worshippers who would like an extra boost before their holiday, fake tanning options for those who’d like a great glow on the spot, and some wonderful sunscreens that will help to keep sensitive skin both safe and youthful.

And when baring bodies on the beach, individuals tend to think about the options to look our best. We investigate the different possibilities for clients looking to combat cellulite, including high tech options and the best creams on the market.

Our business pages focus on the future spa at Belvoir Castle, where they are looking for tenants and staff to help to create a stunning new spa experience for clients from across the

globe, in a beautiful and traditionally British setting.

Our spa guide this month whisks us away to the sumptuous worldwide spa at the Royal Mansour in Morocco, with its absolutely breathtaking interiors, expert staff, and orangery-style swimming pool. We are welcomed by Fiona Knox to the Macdonald Marine Hotel and Spa in North Berwick, where they host Amanda Hamilton’s wellness and detox retreats. We also explore the day spa at the Three Horseshoes Country Inn in Staffordshire, on the edge of the beautiful peak district. The Beach Hut experience is something we really can’t recommend enough: over 25 minutes lying on a warm bed of sand, you are taken from day break through to sunset with gentle and relaxing music: pure bliss.

Finally, we speak with Maxine Stead, founder of Alexandra House, about her daily routine and the philosophies that have helped her to create this gorgeous secret sanctuary. From now on we will be sure to follow her advice on breaking out of your comfort zone!

What we’ve been up to this month…

Trying out the wonderful Elemis HydraBoost Day Cream — perfect for summer days.

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Getting lean and limber with Yogaia’s weekend online Home Retreat

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Beauty & Spa Bulletin Industry updates and need-toknow news

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Tan-talising Beauty Stay safe but still get that golden glow

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Cellulite Busting The best treatments — from lotions to lasers

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Spa Business An in-depth look at the latest developments in the spa world

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Spa Training Great courses to up your place in the beauty game

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Spa Lifestyle A look at gorgeous Mediterraneanthemed pieces

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Spa Guide Some of the most stunning Worldwide, UK and Day Spas

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My Life Maxine Stead, founder of Alexandra House, shares her daily routine

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BEAUTY & SPA BULLETIN

THE BULLETIN Industy updates and need-to-know news

New investment in The Westerwood Hotel & Golf Resort

The Spa Celebrates Its First Birthday Located in the heart of Manchester, The Spa at The Midland was launched last year, offering an entirely new concept in city relaxation. A year on, they celebrate their 1st anniversary with a whole host of award wins, a 5 Bubble Good Spa Guide rating and five star reviews from the UK media. What’s more, the Spa has had the pleasure of welcoming over 10,000 guests through its doors making Manchester a serious spa destination.

The Spa at The Midland has

developed into a major city centre draw for relaxation, beauty & grooming. With a team of 22 spa staff, the majority of whom live locally, the spa has gone from strength to strength and hit many milestones in its first 12 months. The Spa at the Midland has become a favourite of leading beauty editors and celebrities, as well as the ‘go-to’ day spa in the city and a first choice destination spa for guests nationwide. www.qhotels.co.uk

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Luxury Hotel & Spa group QHotels, with an impressive portfolio of 26 properties nationwide, has announced its £500,000 investment in the development and extension of the spa and leisure facilities of The Westerwood Hotel & Golf Resort in Glasgow and the recruitment of at least 10 new members of staff. The new development will significantly improve the flow of the spa and enhance the experience for both leisure guests and golfers.

Following the continuing success of The Spa at Westerwood Hotel, and the spa consistently working at full capacity, the extension and renovation is a welcomed announcement and one that will position The Westerwood Hotel & Golf resort as a leading spa destination in Glasgow.

A pop-up restaurant will also be available exclusively for spa guests to enjoy lunch and refreshments, creating an uninterrupted and fluid spa journey. www.qhotels.co.uk

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Collaboration between Le Mas Candille and ESPA

Yorkshire spa expands with new Roman inspired thermal rooms One of Yorkshire’s leading destination spas, Alexandra House, has expanded with the launch of two new underground thermal treatment rooms. The Romaninspired thermal rooms, which were opened to the public on 1 June, are a first for Yorkshire, housed in two vaulted cellars in the spa’s renovated 200 year old premises in Huddersfield. Spa owner Dr Maxine Stead has invested £150,000 into the refurbishment of the thermal rooms, which has been carried

out by local tradesmen over the past six months.

Linked to the town’s Roman history and the recent discovery of a Roman Fort not far from the spa at Outlane, the dry heat thermal rooms offer an unrivalled spa experience inspired

by Roman bathhouses and feature individually heated tiled loungers from Germany and a Himalayan salt brick wall, known for its health benefits. www.alexandrahouse.org.uk

The Relais & Châteaux luxury hotel Le Mas Candille will offer spa treatments and products from ESPA. Working in collaboration with the internationally renowned British brand, the spa will provide a result-driven approach to wellbeing, based on ESPA’s pioneering natural skin and body range products and rituals.

Suitable for men and women alike, ESPA stands at the forefront of today’s global spa industry and its skin range harnesses the potent powers of nature alongside the latest advancements in skincare technology. Le Mas Candille’s range of ESPA facials, massages and body rituals is specially designed to relieve stress, energise the mind, soothe, smooth and nourish. One of the signature spa journeys is Total Wellbeing which features an aromatherapy massage, a bespoke ESPA facial plus a choice of luxury hand or foot treatment, a spa product from the boutique as well as lunch at pool-side restaurant La Pergola. www.lemascandille.co.uk

The Spa at Stanley House nominated for best in country Stanley House Hotel and Spa, Mellor, has scooped global industry recognition after being nominated in the prestigious World Spa Awards 2016.

The hotel has been shortlisted in the ‘England’s Best Country House Hotel Spa’ category of the international awards, which acknowledge spas, destinations and brands that stand out as the world’s finest.

This is the second year the awards have been running and winners from last year’s ceremony include Maison de Joelle in Casablanca, Thermes Marins

Monte-Carlo, Fonteverdi Tuscan Resort and Spa in Italy, and Six Sense Spa at Con Dao in Vietnam.

Stanley House Hotel and Spa has already won widespread industry acclaim for its spa, including the ‘above and beyond ‘accolade at the Good Spa Guide Awards 2015, and a rare Good Spa Guide ‘5 Bubbles’ rating. In addition, it scooped a hat-trick of awards earlier this year at the Ribble Valley Stars in Tourism Awards. Well done to the team for a fabulous accomplishment! www.stanleyhouse.co.uk JULY 2016 | WWW.MODERN-SPA.COM | 13

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TREATMENT FOCUS

THE BOTTOM LINE Dimply thighs can get confidence levels down when it comes to summer, so we look at the best options for beating cellulite

So often we hear people complain about stubborn areas of fat that resists all diet and exercise. The CoolSculpting® Body Sculpting procedure, a non-surgical alternative to liposuction, is a great way to target stubborn pockets of fat in specific areas. Scientists at Harvard University developed cryolipolysis technology, which was then purchased by ZELTIQ Aesthetics and developed into CoolSculpting®, with the aim of providing an FDA-cleared, non-surgical, safe and effective procedure using cold to selectively eliminate fat cells without damaging the skin or surrounding tissue. CoolSculpting® technology uses controlled cooling to target stubborn fat cells, allowing the body to eliminate them naturally in the following weeks, meaning that, with neither surgery nor downtime, they are gone for good. With over two and a half million CoolSculpting® procedures worldwide, it has been proven to be a safe and effective treatment. During the procedure, the CoolSculpting® device is positioned on the body and the controlled cooling is applied. Clients can sit back and relax, read, check their emails, or even take a nap. Results can start to be seen as quickly as three weeks after treatment, with the most dramatic changes tending to appear after two months.

The body will continue to flush affected fat cells for up to four to six months after treatment. For a long-term fat reduction solution with no invasive surgery, clients need look no further. www.coolsculpting.co.uk 16 | WWW.MODERN-SPA.COM | JULY 2016

TREATMENT FOCUS The Liposonix® System is a revolutionary and safe one-hour treatment that will complement clients’ individual health and fitness regimes. The system focuses high-intensity focused ultrasound energy at a precise depth (1.3 cm) within the targeted tissue in the abdomen and flanks, without harming the skin or surrounding tissues and organs. The destroyed tissues are engulfed and removed, and all damaged tissue in the treated area is resorbed over a period of approximately 8 to 12 weeks, yielding an aesthetic body-contouring effect.The average waistline reduction after a single treatment is about 2.5 cm) equal to one dress or trouser size. Full results are usually seen in 8 to 12 weeks, though individual results will vary. It is perfect for clients who are close to their ideal size and shape — but need help where diet and exercise just won’t work. The Custom Contouring™ capabilities target and eliminate fat around the waist — particularly around the abdomen and the dreaded love handles — to help noticeably slim waistlines. While radio frequency can limit penetration into subcutaneous fat tissue and deliver temporary results, the Liposonix® System’s ultrasound energy penetrates the skin layers into the targeted fat tissue without harming skin or surround-ing tissues. The high-intensity focused ultrasound energy non-invasively destroys targeted subcutaneous fat and deliver uniform, predictable results after a single one-hour treatment. www.liposonix.com TriActive+ ,Body Contouring and Cellulite Therapy is the result of a lengthy scientific research and design, combines the actions of six different hand pieces in a single platform.

With the aid of the Dermodynamic method, the treatment becomes an integral part of complete body care.

TriActive+ can restore the patient’s original body contour: regaining harmony and beauty is now possible without traumas or invasive methods.

TriActive is FDA-cleared, and practised by experienced technicians in London Premier Laser clinics, so you can be sure that you are in safe hands.The causes of imperfections are multiple: only with the combined action of two or three different hand-pieces is it

possible to address all the components of a specific dysfunction. With its combined and complementary action, the TriActive+ platform employs laser, ultrasound and radiofrequency to combat imperfections such as cellulite, localised fat deposits and flabbiness. Equipped with three different technologies, the TriActive+ laser handpiece quickly restores the

skin’s normal homeostatic conditions with great benefits for the patient. The Triactive+ ac-tion is now even more powerful, effective and aggressive than ever before.

TriActive+ Technology can now be found at London Premier Laser clinics throughout London. www.londonpremierlaser.co.uk

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PROMOTION

SPA SPOTLIGHT

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REGENERATION GAME

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The uniqueness of this treatment is based on the combination of a thermodraining cream with essential oils and an occlusive stretch film that improves the penetration of the active ingredients in the cream. Perfect for all clients seeking a luxurious and effective body shaping treatment. www.calladistribution.co.uk

Distressed skin will adore this dual phase serum with exceptional regenerative powers. It contains no less than 24 essential amino acids, to fight dryness and dehydration, boost brightness and smooth wrinkles and fine lines. Spectacularly boosted, skin looks visibly younger. Sérum Vital is composed of 93% natural ingredients. www.yonka.co.uk

Deemed the ‘facial of the century’ by Cosmopolitan UK, the Repêchage Four Layer Facial is their premier anti-ageing treatment. Layer upon layer of pure, fresh European seaweed rejuvenates, tones, and firms the skin. The cool, pure energy seaweed mask is followed by a mineral-rich thermal mask for total relaxation and immediate results. www.repechage.com

Try the new Colours range from 7Suns Cosmetics to help you to achieve a beautiful deep tan for the summer. With the highest quality, specially selected ingredients, these lotions will enhance your tan and protect your skin during the tanning process. www.sunbedandleisure.co.uk

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XXTralash™ is a powerful clinically proven nutrient-rich eyelash serum formulated with vitamins, botanical extracts and peptides that that utilises proprietary Pro-Biozyme™ TRiPeptide™ Technology to enrich your eyelashes and enhance the appearance of beautiful lashes while keeping them healthy. www.aestheticsource.com

The Rose & Argan Oil Collection from Simply Beautiful uses rose water, rose fruit oil, argan oil and camomile to help relieve and reduce redness — perfect for skin that flushes. Their bath and shower gel is a gentle, soothing cleanser that will leave your skin replenished and restored. www.sbcgels.co.uk

PROMOTION

The best brands and top treatments

SEXY LIPS

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LipRenew™ Plump & De-Age Treatment works as a potent lipofiller and delivers an instant lift for sexier lips. In addition to the plumping benefits, LipRenew™ Plump & De-Age Treatment also smoothes wrinkles on and around the lips while blurring imperfections and improving the overall appearance of the skin. www.pevonia.co.uk

Leading workwear provider, Grahame Gardner Ltd, has unveiled a range of garments, bringing uniform design together with the latest in sportswear technology in a UK workwear first.

With six styles in a unique new fabric, ‘Aura’, garments provide the wearer with moisture control and durability. www.grahamegardner.co.uk

Improve skin tone and appearance with BeautyLab’s Skinfirm BodySculpt Gel: a multi-active gel containing a blend of silk, wild yam, guarana and seaweed.

When used regularly, it will stimulate and smooth, leaving skin looking firmer and with an improved texture. www.gerrardinternational.com

Dead Sea Spa Magik BB Cream is suitable for all skin types, dermatologically tested and promotes a truly flawless complexion. Available in a “natural” shade, this unique BB Cream perfectly suits light to medium tones and will adapt to your personal skin type.

Perfect for use during Summer due to its lightweight and skin-friendly formula. www.shopforspa.com

Jessica’s Polished in Pastels collection — a new collection of six shades — masters the ‘modern feminine’ look without becoming too girly. They’re great link to floral trends on the spring/ summer catwalk, too! Available in Pink Daisy, Lilac Pearl, Mint Blossom, Angelic Lavender, Periwinkle Bliss and Blushing Violet. www.jessicanails.co.uk

Moisturizing Serumulsion combines the richness of a cream with the lightness of a serum. A smart, versatile formula which can be used alone as a serum, or in addition to a face cream. Valmont is breathing new life into its moisturising ritual with a line of products developed in the purest tradition of Swiss luxury cellular cosmetics. www.boutiquevalmont.com

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PHYTO5 can be found in hotels and spas around the world – be one of the first to offer this unique range in the UK. Contact us for more information or to book a personal visit and experience one of our unique treatments for yourself.

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TRAINING

TRAINING PROGRAMMES Looking to improve your skills, or starting with fresh eyes? Modern Spa takes a look at training courses for you

Spa Management Step into management with Champneys College Progressing into management can initially be a hard task for a therapist.

Moving from practical work to sitting in an office, completing risk assessments and COSHH documentation, managing Health and Safety and rota planning, as well as motivating staff and looking after marketing, PR and general operations of the business requires a new set of skills and knowledge.

Champneys offers training to support a career in management with the Level 4 Diploma in Spa and Salon Management. This course provides underpinning knowledge in management with support and

discussion in the classroom, whilst the assignments make the theory learnt relevant to the individual’s working environment.

Principal Rachel Halling describes this as the ideal next step for existing or aspiring managers delivering the skills to quality manage staff and their business. Whether they are working in a large Spa, a high street salon or setting up business for themselves, the course provides the practical help every new manager needs.

Current student, Claire Hubbard, who manages the Hoste Beauty Spa in Burnham Market in Nor-folk says “I recommend this course to anyone who wishes to get a better insight into

management in the spa and salon industry. I am already putting what I have learnt into practice, benefitting me, my team and the business.”

Further information on all our CPD courses including the Level 4 Diploma in Spa and Salon Management, Certificate in Education and Training and Post Graduate CIDESCO is at www.champneyscollege.com or call us on 01442 291336

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TRAINING

Spa Management Must-Read: Understanding the Global Spa Industry: Spa Management, edited by Marc Cohen and Gerard Bodeker, is a great way to learn about the spa industry as a whole. The book focuses on five key areas of spa management: ‘planning’ (the development of spas and keeping up with current trends); ‘profit’ (business models and processes); ‘product’ (branding and product development); ‘planet’ (environmental sustainability), and ‘people’ (leadership, recruitment, and training). With emphasis on best spa practice, this is a great way to evolve and expand your knowledge of the industry.

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Fantastic Courses for Beauticians

Distance Learning If you are planning to manage a spa yourself, look no further than the Swiss Alpine Centre’s online programmes.

The Alpine Centre is a business school specifically for international hotel and tourism management education, so you can be sure that the courses are tailored to your requirements. The main aim of the Certificate in Spa Management programme is to equip individuals with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in employment in the spa industry at supervisory or management level, or for progression to an undergraduate level degree programme at a later stage. It is a parttime course, during which individuals will acquire and develop skills that are transferable and that will enable you to meet and stay ahead of the changing circumstances that you will encounter in your employment and the spa environment in general.

The Alpine Centre also offers an online Spa Management Specialisation course, in cooperation with the Educational Institute of the American Hotel and Lodging Association. This programme is particularly useful for experienced industry professionals who require further certification for advancement and promotion. www.swissalpinecenter.com

High Definition Brows Founded in 2008 by Nilam HolmesPatel and Karen Betts, High Definition Brows’ award-winning treatment is now recognised as the UK’s #1 leading brow treatment with more than 7,000 stylists nationwide. A unique treatment for well-groomed eyebrows, High Definition Brows Stylists assess face shape and colouring before creating a bespoke brow, tailored exclusively to the client.

Fully branded and trademarked; salons can only offer the treatment (RRP: £25+) after attending an intensive two-day course at the group’s Elite Academies in Leeds, Milton Keynes, Glasgow and Ireland.

The two-day training course offers a structured, highly practical curriculum open to everyone, offering attendees the skills required to master and perfect the unique High Definition Brows experience. Students will leave as a confident and accredited High Definition Brows Stylist.

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collection and delivered by pro make up artists working in the industry; the High Definition Professional Artistry Course educates and equips prospective artists with the theory and methods needed to offer professional make up services.

Their Make Up Conversion Course and Virtual Stockist Training is a two-part product knowledge course, educating qualified make up artists on the High Definition Brows ethos, full range of make up products and signature style, and once qualified, attendees will become verified High Definition Professional Artists.

High Definition Brows also offer a one-day refresher class to help improve design skills through review, prac-tice and in-depth guidance. To attend, Stylists must have passed the High Definition Brows two-day training course.

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Royal Mansour, Marrakech

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pened in June 2010, in the heart of Marrakech’s old city, Royal Mansour Marrakech was born out of a vision to create a spectacular masterpiece. It offers a unique concept of private Riads for a total immersion in Moroccan lifestyle, an inventive gourmet cuisine led by multi-starred chef Yannick Alléno, a Kids Club to make children’s dreams come true and 2500 m² dedicated to relaxation and well being. The Spa Royal Mansour Marrakech is situated within the hotel and it is entered via an impressive atrium of whitewashed wrought iron, which evokes a giant birdcage. Its height and luminosity, with natural light pouring in from all angles, is striking yet calming.

Tell me about your facilities?

The Spa Royal Mansour Marrakech

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houses 13 treatment rooms, including three private spa suites. Massage, facial treatments, hydrotherapy and body wraps take place on the first floor, where the private spa suites are located. The two hammams and the relaxation area are on the ground floor, as well as a Watsu pool. The hair salon and mani/pedi space occupy five private cabins.The swimming pool,with its orangery-style glass roof, opens onto the gardens. Hidden beneath ground level is a handsome space dedicated to sports and fitness, with a coach on hand, and latest state of-the-art equipment, as well as a sauna.

Do you have a restaurant or cafe, and what’s on the menu?

We have a tea lounge where guests can savour a quiet moment to read and enjoy the selection of healthy dishes, herbal teas and fruit juices.

Do you have a signature treatment?

The hammam is the undeniable star of the Spa Royal Mansour Marrakech and is our signature treatment. A hammam is a Moroccan traditional cleansing and beauty ritual. We offer three signature hammam treatments using marocMaroc hammam products.

All include a deeply cleansing full body scrub, using a traditional Kessa mitt and black soap scrub, which leaves the skin refreshed, revitalized and feeling like silk.

What are your most popular treatments?

The « temps pour soi » Hammam is the most coveted treatment. A relaxing hammam combining all the healing and purifying properties of a traditional Hammam with an “Amande au Lait’’ shampoo application and a relaxing 20-minute «Infusion d’Orange» soaping

massage. It is incredibly beneficial for both the mind and body.

What are your chosen/favourite brands?

We have selected the very finest products; the marocMaroc body care line, made in France using traditional Moroccan ingredients; for facial treatments, Dr Hauschka or Sisley products, according to the client’s individual skin type and needs; Léonor Greyl’s cult hair oil; Chanel make-up and skincare. The spa also has the exclusive range of “Révérence de Bastien” products for feet-, nail- and hand-care.

Tell me about your staff We are fortunate to have truly talented, dedicated and passionate staff. The Spa is the ultimate place to go to relax and relieve stress, and so the service has to be flawless, but full of passion at

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the same time. Our team does its best to offer our guests a unique and truly unforgettable spa experience.

Describe your staff inspiration/ motivation and training programmes Each member of the Spa staff is an expert in his or her particular field, in order to meet our guests’ highest demands. They regularly follow training programs in different locations, allowing them to learn new techniques and trends in terms of treatment protocols.

Luxury Attitude, Protocol and Etiquette programs teach them how to maintain an impeccable service and how to transmit the elegance and the emotion that is worthy of Royal Mansour Marrakech.

What’s your philosophy/mantra?

The Spa at the Royal Mansour Marrakech is not only a fitness, wellness and health area, it also mirrors the Palace’s majestic qualities. Our philosophy is to give our guests a unique experience and an art of living, from the scent of the spaces and the delicate welcome of our staff to the treatment itself.

What special ‘spa breaks’ are you currently offering?

The famous podiatrist Bastien Gonzalez has recently opened his studios at the Spa Royal Mansour Marrakech.

The uniqueness of his concept lies in the fusion of wellbeing, beauty and

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medically designed protocols. The ultimate luxury is the Bastien’s Duo, an award winning treatment that consists of a synchronized four hand treatment focused on nails, hands, arms, feet and legs. A real feeling of lightness with a therapeutic effect.

In line with this, we also offer a new tailor-made treatment by a physiotherapist-masseur fusing medical expertise and wellness.

Our latest packages combine the two treatments mentioned above or a sport coaching session followed by the physiotherapist-masseur tailor-made treatment at the special rate of 2500 MAD. www.royalmansour.com

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The secret is to prep way before you actually step into the booth. With the right prep you can add days onto the shelf life of your faux glow, something we all need to get a handle on when

it comes to booking that pre-holiday appointment. Exfoliation is the best place to start; dry skin and spray tans make for a patchy combination, but a thorough buffing with a potent exfoliator will stop the tan from clustering on your elbows, knees and any other dry areas.

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Make sure you’ve scheduled it in a few days before your tan or you’ll find the colour sinks into your pores and looks a little dotty. Not a good look.

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Macdonald Marine Hotel & Spa, North Berwick

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he Macdonald Marine Hotel & Spa in North Berwick is renowned for its beautiful coastal setting and glorious 19th century Victorian architecture.

Situated on the East Coast of Scotland, the hotel has 83 unique bedrooms to choose from. The spa is located on the lower floor of the hotel. The spa was open in August 2007 which has part of a multi-million pound hotel refurbishment.

What facilities do you have on offer?

Our facilities include a state of the art Techno gym; an 18 metre swimming pool; a thermal suite with an indoor/ outdoor hydro pool, ice cold room, sensation shower, massage shower, Aroma grotto, steam room, bio sauna,

and a hot rock sauna. We also have a relaxation room, a spa lounge and 7 treatment rooms.

Do you have a restaurant or cafe?

What’s on the menu?

There is not a restaurant in the spa area but all spa day guests dine in the hotel in the award winning Craigleith Restaurant.

Spa days have the option of cream teas, afternoon teas or bento boxes.

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The signature treatment at the Marine is the Top To Toe Ocean Radiance Treatment. This is 90 minute treatment.

This treatment is designed as an all-over body experience. A Deep Tissue Back Mas-sage that helps to relieve tension, stress and aching muscles is combined with a prescribed Power Booster Anti-Ageing facial and completed with a Sole Delight Foot Treatment that will nourish and condition your feet and nails. This sensory experience promises to leave you walking on cloud nine.

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What are your most popular treatments?

Hot stones are one of the most popular treatments at the spa. This treatment induces deep relaxation and rebalances your whole body, leading to a sense of total wellbeing. The Golf Elixir is also a very popular treatment, due to the large number of golfers that stay in the hotel, as we are surrounded by a championship golf course. The Golf Elixir Spa Treatment includes the Sole Delight Foot Treatment with a Deep Tissue Back Massage. This is the perfect treatment after a hard day of golf.

What are your chosen/favourite brands?

Elemis provide the main products used in the spa. Their products

have a combination of natural active ingredients with cutting edge technology which is why it was awarded the winner of the Best British Brand in 2014 at the beauty awards. The therapist and I love the brand and really { } ~ [ { D Tell me about your staff I am so fortunate to have such a wonderful spa and leisure team. I have 12 very talented spa therapists and 3 fitness instructors. I also have a great support network from my Head Therapist, Spa Co-ordinator, Leisure Club Supervisor, the Hotel Manager, and the Regional Managing Director Grant McKenzie. There is a strong sense of camaraderie and trust, and we all look out for each other. Working

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If you are looking for a shorter break choose our one-night Revive & Restore spa break where you will experience all the same great treatments and features but during a one night stay.

What special spa breaks are you currently offering?

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What are your future plans?

There are lots of exciting developments in the spa at The Marine. We have recently been chosen as the only Macdonald Hotel to have the Ishga brand introduced into the spa. The name Ishga is derived from the Gaelic word for water. Ishga is an organic seaweed skincare brand from

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Scotland. They offer products and treatments with sustainably harvested organic seaweed. The Hebridean seaweed contains natural antioxidants that have anti-ageing properties to help protect the skin. We are looking forward to working with Ishga and to promoting the products and treatments, and it is great that it is a Scottish brand.

We are also delighted that Amanda Hamilton will be using the Macdonald Marine Hotel & Spa as one of her venues for her wellness and detox retreats. These residential and day retreats will start at the end of this month and we are all very much looking forward to working with Amanda and her team. www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk

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The Three Horseshoes Country Inn, Staffordshire

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he Three Horseshoes Country Inn has been run successfully by our family since 1981, with the spa opening officially in March 2015.

We are located in Staffordshire, on the edge of the picturesque Peak District, just below the Roaches Rock formation. The location allows our guests to disconnect from the demands of their daily lives, truly relax and escape – it’s a beautiful place to be.

Tell me about your facilities?

We are the first spa in the UK to offer the Beach Hut experience which allows our guests to feel the positive benefits of relaxing on a sunny beach, top up their Vitamin D levels and also stimulate their metabolism rate. In 25 minutes, lying on a bed of warm sand, you are taken from darkness to sunrise, peak sunrise, then sunset, whilst relaxing music is gently playing too. It’s the 25 minutes in the day that our guests are

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encouraged to do absolutely nothing, just relax and enjoy.

Our Farmer’s Sauna is a little different to a “conventional” sauna. Inspired by Austrian spas and the spicy goodness of the forest the sauna replicates the experience of an Alpine Brechel cabin with herbal steam shots and a gentle increase in temperature. One of my favourite aspects of the sauna is the fir tree needles that we have on the floor, which helps to boost the circulation in the soles of the feet. It’s really easy to neglect our feet but this gentle massaging sensation can unlock tension and stress in the rest of the body.

Alongside our Stonebath, Rasul and Cedar Plunge Pool facilities we also have our centrepiece facility, The Mill Wheel Shower. The feature is another UK first, turned by water power which pours out from the shovels in intervals, alternatively warm and cold. Our guests always talk about the wheel as something that surprised them – the warm then cold water!

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Do you have a restaurant or cafe, and what’s on the menu?

We have a Bar & Grill but if you book a spa break you are booked in to dine at our Stables Restaurant. Our menus are designed on the basis of seasonal, locally sourced produce. We have a lot of variety, from our light lunch options of artisan open sandwiches to our delicious and exotic desserts such as our Hot Coconut Soufflé and Passion Fruit Sorbet.

Do you have a signature treatment?

Our signature treatments are probably our Herbal Steam or Heaven Facial. I love the results of the Heaven Facial and it’s always a pleasure to see our guests impressed too. We think the curiosity behind the Bee Sting ingredient is what intrigues so many of our guests to try it for the first time, but the results encourage them to visit again – which is great!

What are your most popular treatments?

Our Kurland Herbal Steam is one of our most popular treatments; it leaves you feeling completely relaxed and comforted, with the added benefits that the steam and muds give your skin.

What are your chosen/favourite brands?

Spa Manager Katie Kirk worked with Heaven for five years before we merged together with Mill Wheel Spa, and has loved it for so long that it seemed right to introduce it to our guests. It is part of our ethos to offer something different and so we have chosen Kurlan too, as it is different to other spa product houses and loved by us all.

Tell me about your staff We are a team of four, additional to a spa manager, all very motivated and hard working. We have all been here since the spa opened and so work together really well to achieve our targets and improve the spa

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experience for our guests.

Describe your staff inspiration/ motivation and training programmes We all encourage each other as we all share the same aim: to go from strength to strength as a spa, ensuring that each of our guests has a positive and relaxing experience that they will treasure. We have a board whereby we put last month’s figures and targets to see what we have already achieved and the areas on which we can improve.

This helps us to distinguish what works best and where we need to address more time or attention. We also train to use our product houses as effectively as possible. Recently we have introduced a new treatment to our menu, which has involved further training with SkinBase Radio Frequency.

What’s your philosophy/mantra?

We are inspired by the spas in Austria, as they are very different to the spas here in the UK, with more of a focus on wellbeing and wellness. We believe that

by focusing on wellbeing, we provide a more holistic and personal service, leaving our guests in a state of pure relaxation and comfort after a visit with us.

What special ‘spa breaks’ are you currently offering? What packages, or specific offers or marketing, have worked best for you?

We have found that our full day or overnight packages are most popular and also allow us to get to know our guests that little bit better. Our ‘Rise & Shine’ and ‘Serenity’ packages are popular as they are designed to care for all aspects of our guest’s wellbeing for a truly comforting spa experience.

What are your future plans?

We’re really excited to introduce our new SkinBase radio frequency treatment, which is a non-surgical alternative to Botox with incredible results. www.3shoesinn.co.uk

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Fake it ’til you make it Black Magic Tan are one of the UK’s largest suppliers of spray tanning equipment and solutions. Their range of pruducts has been developed to produce a perfect tan, offering the very best colour, fade, and value. Their solution has been designed for all skin types, whether light, medium, or dark, using the highest grade DHA available on the market to ensure a perfect tan with every application.

Pure Magic is the newest addition to the family of solutions. It is a fantastic 1-3 hour solution, free from synthetic colours. Which means you can rinse the bronzer off 1 hour after you have had a spray tan, to slow the development of the tan on the skin. Pure Magic delivers a powerful blend of vitamins and antioxidants to boost the skin’s inherent sun-kissed glow. It is caramel-based, and uses only natural plant extracts to make up its base: be sure to stock this if you are looking for the perfect ecofriendly alternative in your salon. It uses 100% Eco Certified DHA and is fast drying, non-sticky and odourless. www.blackmagictan.co.uk

Fake Bake have just released their first ever at-home 3D Tanning Kit. With this product you can achieve face and body contouring using self-tan, a technique which had previously only been available with a professional spray tan. The kit contains two Fake Bake bestsellers; the newly launched Flawless Coconut Tanning Serum and Airbrush.

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British tanning product brand Bronzie have come to the rescue of fake tanners across the world by launching the very first back and body tanning mitt, ‘Got Your Back’ to the beauty scene.

This product is seen as a revolution in the tanning world and not only will tan your whole body streak free with ease but will do it in half the time! No longer will you have to wait for someone to tan your back, no longer will you have to struggle trying to do it yourself with a traditional tanning mitt! The ‘Got Your Back’ by Bronzie tanning mitt is a 3-in-1 beauty accessory – with two double-sided mitt ends and a middle section to access your hard-toreach areas. No need for gloves, each mitt has a protective film to keep your hands tan and stain free. The ‘Got Your Back’ mitt, inspired by one of the UK’s leading tanning experts is made from luxurious double-sided velour material which extends to reach every part of your body — it’s also washable, reusable and works perfectly with any brand of fake tan. www.bronzieuk.com

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Simply use the textured side to gently exfoliate the whole body, then wipe over with the smooth side to leave skin perfectly prepped for a tan. These are both ideal for use in professional tanning treatments, and great as an easy home-care retail item. With no mess, they are great for travel and perfect for mobile therapists. www.miicosmetics.com

Black Magic Tan UK offer a complete range of spray tanning machines, guns, parts, extractors and solutions. Black Magic’s UK range of 8 hour spray tanning solutions are designed to be left on for up to and over 8 hours, meaning you can sleep in your spray tan overnight. Our 8 hour solution is non-sticky, fast drying and odourless.

It will last 7-10 days and keep developing for up to 24 hours after the application. The great positive to an 8 hour tan is the depth of colour due to the high quality of Eco Certified DHA being used. If you have been looking for a deep long lasting tan look no further! www.blackmagictan.co.uk

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Their sunscreens are effective against both UVA and UVB rays, are paraben-free and water resistant. They also benefit from exclusive SunSitive Protection®, and include pre-tocopheryl, a photostable Vitamin E precursor, which gives skin cells gives additional pro-tection. And if that wasn’t enough, the cream contains Avène’s Thermal Spring Water, so you can enjoy its natural soothing and anti-irritating properties. www.avene.co.uk

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The range is dermatologically tested and suitably for photosensitive skin or for those intolerant to chemical solar filters. The sun protection range used unique mirror effect systems which reflect and bounce back the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays before they reach the skin’s surface, helping to prevent skin damage and premature ageing. EQ products are made from four key ingredients; Or-ganic Apricot Seed Oil, Organic Safflower Oil, Organic Olive Oil and Beeswax.

Combining nour-ishing, hydrating and soothing ingredient, EQ is the ideal sunscreen brand for outdoors, sports and summer lifestyle. Not only does the range protect your face, body, hair and skin, it also protects our oceans and marine life too. www.ecobeautyshop.com

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Recently, the company has branched out in a new and exciting direction, with its launch of 7Suns Cosmetics: high quality skin balms for indoor tanning.

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Using indoor tanning lotions is an irreplaceable element for obtaining an effective and healthy tan, and choosing the perfect cosmetics ensures a better and faster effect. It is an investment in the attractive appearance and condition of your skin, as well as in the quality and duration of your tan.

Thanks to tanning beds, we are able to acquire a quick, deep and professional tan in a controlled environment without burning our skin, but only under one condition - that the proper cosmetics are used during this process. The proper cosmetics will protect our skin from irritation, redness and ensure that its proper elasticity will be maintained. They prevent the forming of free radicals responsible for the photo-ageing of the skin. It is important to remember that using cosmetics also improves a tanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s colour as well as its duration. Professional cosmetics can deliver substances that help our skin maintain pigment which in turn maximise the tanning process. Some cosmetics contain bronzers which wonderfully highlight and help expose an already-obtained tan. When using sunbeds, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget that it is necessary to use cosmetics that have been developed especially for this purpose, as they contain a greater amount of protective and care ingredients. Using tanning cosmetics can shorten exposure time on a sunbed by 30%.

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Gel de Luxe can also be used to effectively firm and tone the skin. For a really fantastic anti-ageing effect, Bloom of Youth is a must-try. Containing Energy Complex, Hemp Seed Oil, and an AntiAgeing Mushroom Complex, as well as soothing aloe vera, this energising tanning lotion stimulates the skin’s natural ability to tan, intensifying the process without the use of browning substances.

Meanwhile, if you’re planning on getting steamy for summer, the Swanky & Hot dark tanning lotion will be your go-to. An extreme experience, the lotion provides an even deeper shade of brown, adding power to the pigmentation process. Swanky & Hot has 6 bronzers in combination with the warming formula Soft Warm Tingle: it is perfect for legs and other hard-to-tan places. The warming formula improves blood circulation and oxygenation while speeding up the tanning process. With a number of valuable ingredients such as Skin Firming Complex, pomegranate extract and hemp seed oil, the lotion ensures maximum skin protection.

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The construction of the first castle began in 1067, primarily as a means to defend its Norman owners from attack, and so took full advantage of its defensive position high up on the ridge.

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destroyed during the civil war. Its third incarnation began in 1654, and was designed as a large family home with no connotations of defence or war. The castle you see today finally emerged in the early 1800s and was built for the 5th Duke and Duchess of Rutland between 1801 and 1832 by the noted architect James Wyatt. January 2013 marked the start of an extensive 2-year restoration programme at Belvoir. The historic discovery of a collection of plans

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Crowning a hill in Leicestershire, the castle’s turrets and towers rise over the Vale of Belvoir. The castle is located 10 miles from Melton Mowbray and 8 miles from Grantham. The grounds are close to the A1, and a 10-minute drive from the A52, and 40 minutes from Nottingham.

The Estate is developing an exciting new rural retail village adjacent to the Castle. Originally built for the Castle’s tradesmen to use as workshops, the buildings the retail village will occupy began life producing furniture, doors, and windows for the estate. To avoid these beautiful and historic buildings laying idle, Belvoir is planning to renovate all the units, creating a rural retail destination. The dedicated staff work tirelessly throughout all four seasons of the year to ensure the upkeep of the castle, its estate buildings, and its extensive gardens.

The Duchess of Rutland is passionate about British tradition, heritage, craftsmanship, creativity and innovation, a real champion for the very best of British and that includes gardens and gardening. Over the past years the Duchess has overseen launches of a range of initiatives for Belvoir, including the “Rutland” 12-bore shotgun, the publishing of several books on Belvoir

and its estate as well as her own pavilion design and her own furniture line — the Duchess collection, based on Belvoir originals.

The Duke and Duchess are very proud of the incredible work undertaken by all of their charity partners including the Belvoir Cricket and Countryside Trust. Their mission is to encourage participation in cricket in rural communities and to create access to cricket and the countryside for disadvantaged young people.

The philosophy behind Belvoir is to provide everyone who crosses the threshold, whether it be for a shoot, an event, or a cup of tea, the best experience possible. The responsibility of maintaining this beautiful and vital piece of British heritage is a privilege

for all who work there. Today the castle offers a range of events and country pursuits including: Grouse shooting corporate events, dinner parties, weddings and religious ceremonies.

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You can simply replace traditional pasta with ‘I Sea Pasta’ to create tasty carbonara, arrabiata or bolognaise. You can even use it in salads, quiches, curries soups and deserts — in fact you can mix it with pretty much anything! Seamore only harvests 15% at a time, meaning it will grow back and is truly sustainable. Seaweed is a solution that will help fight climate change as it doesn’t need fertilisers, and gets its water directly from the sea.

Seaweed is full of nutrients, high in antioxidants and minerals and low in calories — with just 38 calories per 100g cooked.

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Honey, Honey Get legs prepped for the beach with Charme d’Orient UK’s innovative, all natural Honey Waxing process. This patented product and depilation method is very popular and has recently become available in the UK. Perfect for those looking to get ready to bare all at the beach, who want a luxurious experience combined with results that won’t let them down. The Oriental honey waxing is a painless and enjoyable experience for clients and will eventually help to expand your business as a whole: waxing is no more a horror story but a pleasant experience for both client and staff.

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Everyday beauty Whether you’re born with it or find that you are responding to hormonal changes or stress, sensitive skin is on the increase and is something that will affect most of us at some point. That is why ELEMIS has created its new Hydra-Boost Sensitive Day Cream.

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SPA LIFESTYLE Kos Cossies A new vibrant, energetic swimwear brand, launched in 2015; Chasing Summer champions affordable fashion swimwear and beach clothing for the style-savvy girl about town, who is after the very best cutting edgy styles with a range of sizes. With this premium, hand-picked collection, exclusive only to Chasing Summer; you will own swimwear that feels tailor-made, looks beautiful and lasts for endless summers. The colours chosen are fun, cool and beach ready! For that true Mediterranean luxury feel, we recommend the gorgeous black Kos swimming costume (featured), and if you’re feeling daring, step out in the fabulous Monaco in red with zip detailing.

Available to buy now, the new vibrant collection features accessories, jewellery and cover-ups and is available in sizes A/B to DD/E, all for under £40. www.chasingsummer.co.uk Get Glam in Saint Tropez Whether you’re heading to the south of France or just wish you were, Jessica Nails’ Phenom collection in the gorgeous pink Saint Tropez is a perfect hit of summer for your nails. Jessica Phenom is a great way to enjoy a longer-lasting manicure at home with a fast-drying formula that provides a gel-like shine without the need for a UV or LED lamp. There are currently 30 Jessica Phenom Vivid Colours and the Finale Shine Top Coat, and we abolutely love this pink Saint Tropez for an instant mood-boost. With Jessica Phenom nail polish you can quickly create a super glossy manicure at home with ease, and know that the results will last as long as your holidays. www.jessicanails.co.uk

Golden Girl There’s nothing quite like the sight of real gold glittering under the sun. For something truly beautiful and unique, turn to the Kula bracelet by Astley Clarke. An utterly modern take on the friendship bracelet and named after the translation of ‘community’ in sanskrit, the Kula bracelet collection takes biography’s most iconic charms and talismans and combines them with gemstone beads in a unique nugget setting. Available in a host of coloured stones, each bracelet is adjustable to allow for a close fit. Each charm has a different meaning, whether it’s the hamsa charm for Protection or the evil eye charm for Wisdom. At £80, the Sun Kula Bracelet featured here, with smoky quartz gemstones and 18t gold vermeil, is one of our absolute favourites. astleyclarke.com

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MY LIFE… Maxine Stead, founder of Alexandra House Spa tells us about her career and how she fuels her day What’s your background – have you always worked in health and beauty?

My career began in 1993 when I obtained a 2:1 degree in pharmacology and physiology and consequently a PhD in psychosocial oncology. My thesis explored quality of life issues in women with ovarian cancer and was carried out part-time whilst I was in fulltime employment at the Clinical Trials and Research Unit in Leeds.

Upon leaving university I worked in the field of clinical trials, firstly as a clinical trial manager and then moving to the government-funded National Cancer Research Network, when it was established in 2001, to coordinate cancer research across the UK and to increase participation in clinical trials.

My remit included managing senior staff and contributing to the strategic leadership and management of the organisation, liaising with senior healthcare professionals and senior staff in government and charitable funding bodies. I was also responsible for the development of national systems and structures.

In 2005 I moved to the UK Clinical Research Network, a similar government-funded network aiming to coordinate clinical research across all areas of healthcare, where I stayed until setting up the spa in 2007.

My dramatic change in career was prompted by me feeling increasingly

less rewarded in work, which was becoming more and more political and involved a lot of travelling.

I took the decision to establish my own business, helping people with busy jobs and lifestyles like mine to take time out and to develop a different approach to life.

a broader range of beauty services which would shift the focus of the spa.

I have also ensured that I don’t work 24/7 which is very tempting when it’s your own business. I recognise the importance and benefits of making time for yourself away from work.

How do you start your day?

I always eat breakfast – usually a cup of hot water with lemon, followed by fruit with yogurt and muesli. I tend not to rush in the morning as I like to be in a calm frame of mind for starting my day.

What’s the best piece of advice you were ever given? And what advice would you pass on?

To break free from your comfort zone – it pushes your personal boundaries and prepares you better for unexpected circumstances in the future.

Do you stop for lunch or graze?

Both! I snack during the morning and afternoon on oatcakes or almonds and stop for lunch midday.

Do you have a mantra/philosophy?

Everything in moderation – a little of everything does you good and enriches your life.

How do you unwind?

I practice Iyengar yoga which I love as it quietens my mind, but challenges and strengthens my body. I love going for walks and getting in touch with nature. I also meditate regularly which is great for settling my mind and body.

What are your favourite skincare products?

My skin is naturally dry so I love using facial serums and body oils to hydrate my skin. Eve Taylor’s aromatherapy skincare oils are the best in my opinion and Molton Brown baths products are divine.

What’s the secret to your success?

The secret is having belief, working hard and being focused and determined.

Even when the spa was new I believed that it would succeed. I have kept the focus of the spa very specific and have not been distracted with providing

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Do you take nutritional supplements?

No, I try to eat a healthy and balanced diet and don’t feel the need to take them. www.alexandrahouse.org.uk

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