Health and Beauty Guide 2016

Health, Beauty & Fitness Guide 2016

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Who’s in Charge?

HK x The List Health, Beauty & Fitness Guide is published by South China Morning Post Publishers Ltd. 3/F, Morning Post Centre, 22 Dai Fat Street, Tai Po Indusrtrial Estate, New Territories, Hong Kong Tel: 852-2680-8888 Fax: 852-2660-5378

Beauty

Health

Fitness

4 Treat Yo’ Self

26 Super-bowl Stars

36 New in Action

Get pampered at the best spas in town

8 Quirks and Benefits The newest and most unusual treatments

12 The Great Escape

Accessible and delicious ingredients for your super-living

32 Health Listings Healthy Food Stores, Family Wellness, Nutritionists, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Support Groups

Hottest new gyms and training sessions

40 Work Out Stylishly For fitness femmes and frères

46 Fitness Listings Gyms, Yoga Studios, Martial Arts, Sports Clothes, Personal Trainers

Fly away to Asia’s top spa retreats

EDITORIAL Editor-in-Chief | Luisa Tam Senior Editor | Adam White Editors | David Vetter, Xavier Ng Writers | Evelyn Lok, Jessica Wei, Leslie Yeh,

18 Beauty Listings

50 Index

Spas, Foot Massages, Hair Salons, Men’s Grooming, Nails, Lashes & Brows

Sophia Lam, Stephanie Tsui

PRODUCTION Senior Art Director | Pierre Pang Senior Graphic Designer | Kay Leung Graphic Designers | Elaine Tang,

ABOUT THE GUIDE

Joyce Kwok, Wing Chan Production Supervisor | Kelly Cheung

ADVERTISING & CIRCULATION Sales Director | Gary Wong Senior Sales Manager | Joyce Wu Assistant Sales Manager | Kent Ma Senior Account Manager | Karen Chow Senior Sales Executive | Celia Wong Sales Executive | Avery Kwok Sales Coordinator | Ling Tse

MARKETING Head of Marketing | Karrie Lam Senior Marketing Manager | Pauline Wan Marketing Manager | Janice Fung Marketing Executive | Ricardo Ng

Want to improve your life and look even prettier than you already are? You’ve picked up the right magazine. In this year’s HK x The List Health, Beauty & Fitness Guide, we’ve rounded up the top trends in town to become beautiful from the inside out, and how to be empowered physically and mentally.

Strength is beauty, so we tried some of the hottest gyms and training programs in the city (p.36). Wanna look great while working out? Check out our activewear spread (p.40) for some fashion advice. People say “you are what you eat,” so if you want to truly be your super-self, we’ve covered the latest, most crucial superfoods (p.26).

After all that self-improvement, you could probably use a bit of pampering. We test-drove some of the city’s best spa treatments (p.4), as well as some new quirky beauty trends (p.8). Is Hong Kong lacking the zen you need? We’ve also visited several soothing spa retreats in Asia (p.12) for some seriously deluxe relaxation.

Enjoy!

Xavier Ng Editor

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Treat Yo’ Self Need a special treatment for your body and soul?

We check out some of the best spa treatments in town.

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong The Basics: In Hong Kong’s pollution-filled, fastpaced environment, it’s not easy to keep your skin looking healthy and your body free of kinks and knots. When you’re in need of a serious pampering sesh to revitalize your tired mind, body and soul, there’s nowhere better to head than the plush Four Seasons Spa. Situated in Central but far removed from the hustle and bustle of the city, this serene oasis is the ultimate relaxation retreat in the city, combining expertly trained therapists with beautiful facilities and top-tier natural spa ingredients to deliver one of the best spa experiences you’ll find in Hong Kong.

The Experience: I arrived at the Four Seasons Spa to trial their brand new Chi Mineral Therapy, which employs natural ingredients to improve blood circulation, ease joint pain and decrease swelling.

The treatment began with a foot bath which was heavily scented with cinnamon, ginger and clove.

Then I was led into the steam room where a thick layer of Dead Sea mud was massaged onto my body by the female therapist. I was expecting this part to be somewhat uncomfortable or for the mud to have an unappetizing smell, but was relieved to find it just the opposite. The mud had a lubricating effect so it felt like an oil massage, while the natural musk—for lack of a better word—of the Dead Sea

mud combined with the floral fragrances from the treatment room made for a surprisingly pleasant scent. After washing off the mud in a monsoon rain shower, the second half of the treatment consisted of a mineral oil massage where the confident, experienced strokes of the masseuse induced me straight into a relaxed slumber in the comfortable treatment room, with the oversized windows framed by lush green scenery.

The Takeaway: After the two-hour treatment, I felt completely detoxified, relaxed and rejuvenated—but it wasn’t time to head home just yet. A therapist led me into the rest and relaxation area, which encompasses a vitality lounge, chiwater Jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. After a soak in the huge Jacuzzi bubbling ferociously with highpowered jets, I ended the relaxing afternoon with a lie-down in the vitality lounge with my own personal TV, complimentary nuts, dried figs and apricots, and fresh-pressed juice. I left the spa feeling completely rested and with softer, more youthful looking skin, which still felt smooth to the touch over a week later. Leslie Yeh Chi Mineral Therapy, Mon-Thu $4,000, Fri-Sun $4,500. Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, 8 Finance St., Central, 3196-8888.

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Take a dip at SkyCity Marriott’s pool after your treatment

Quan Spa at Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel The Basics: Sometimes when you crave a spa retreat, you are actually more in need of a break from the madness of the city. The Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel is nestled in Chek Lap Kok near the airport, but it feels more like a resort hotel rather than one of those dingy, gloomy airport hotels elsewhere. Catering to both travelers and locals, the boutique Quan Spa offers a tranquil setting for visitors to rejuvenate and heal from the tiring commute and the urban stress.

The Experience: This summer, I checked out Quan Spa’s new Vitamin Booster treatment.

The treatment enticed and awakened all of my senses by starting with a 30-minute Fruity Glow Scrub which gently buffed away my dull, dry skin using a blend of mangoes, strawberries, sugar and essential oil. The exfoliation was aromatic and very mouthwatering—I felt like I was being dressed up as a delicious tropical dessert. After the scrub I had a quick shower, and I could already feel my body all smoothed up and moisturized by the antioxidantpacked strawberries. The treatment continued with the 60-minute Aroma Fusion Body Massage, which combined Swedish, holistic and lymphatic drainage massage styles. The massage was gentle yet very to the point, melting away the tension in my muscles after a long week at work. The treatment was so relaxing it sent me straight into sweet dreams halfway through.

The Takeaway: The 90-minute treatment gave my skin a much needed boost of radiance and was extremely soothing for the mind, the body and the soul, especially when you realize you’re literally kilometers away from your troubles in the city. After the treatment, I was led to a relaxation area, where I enjoyed a specially made strawberry and mango yogurt smoothie and some more fresh fruits to echo the summery treatment, and satisfy my cravings for some sweet treats. If you need an almost-out-oftown experience, SkyCity Marriott is the place to be.

Xavier Ng Vitamin Booster Treatment available until Sep 30, $1,280 for one, $2,180 for two. Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel, 1 Sky City Rd. East, Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau, 3969-2188, skycitymarriott.com

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The Oriental Spa at Landmark Mandarin Oriental The Basics: The 25,000-sq.-ft. Oriental Spa is no ordinary spa experience: They’ve got vitality pools, herbal saunas, Hammam steam rooms, more unique splash rooms, and of course, you’re treated to the five-star hotel service expected of The Landmark Mandarin Oriental.

The Experience: We recently tried the new 60-minute Natura Bissé Citrus Boost facial, which uses products from the Spanish spa brand that are packed with Vitamin C, to help wake up tired skin and achieve a brighter, more even complexion. It starts with a brief aromatherapy exercise to relax you from your fingertips to your toes, after which your face is cleansed and toned, and a mild fruit-based peel is applied to gently exfoliate. During this, you’ll get treated to a relaxing head and scalp massage. An incredibly moisturizing algae-based soft mask is then applied, and as you wait for it to set, your therapist rubs down your shoulders and arms, by which time you’re more than likely to have dozed off.

The Takeaway: As you open your eyes to the energizing scent of citrus, you’ll feel your skin is extra soft and supple with a heavily moisturized finish. Evelyn Lok Natura Bissé Citrus Boost Facial, Mon-Thu $1,500; Fri-Sat $1,650.

The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, The Landmark, 15 Queens Rd., Central, 2132-0188.

Sense of Touch The Basics: For a convenient de-stressing session with your other half, it’s hard to top a two-and-a-half-hour couples’ treatment at Sense of Touch’s Central day spa. At the top of the five-story spa is the Double Martini treatment room, which features two massage beds, a private bathroom with shower, and wooden baths for him and her.

The Experience: Starting with a 60-minute massage, the therapists settle you in with light stretching motions before diving into an oil massage, concentrating on releasing deep muscle tension or detoxing your lymph nodes. After flipping over, an Elemis sensitive radiance facial for her helps tone and moisturize with a papaya peel cream and a soothing mask, while he gets treated to a simple but effective deep cleansing facial. It all wraps up with a relaxing 30-minute soak in the side by side wooden tubs, featuring Aromatherapy Associates bubble bath products.

The Takeaway: For a quick pick-me-up, this couples’ session offers the most freedom of all of the spa’s offerings as you select the treatment according to your own needs. For a more romantic mini getaway option, you may want to check out the Tseung Kwan O or Repulse Bay spa branches. Evelyn Lok 2.5-hour Couple’s Double Martini Ritual, $3,480. Various locations including 1-5/F, 52 D’Aguilar St., Lan Kwai Fong, Central, 2526-6918, senseoftouch.com.hk

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Tir dis Beauty trends are ever-changing: To stay on track, we round up the city’s newest and quirkiest treatments.

By Evelyn Lok and Jessica Wei

Ice Queen Wanna beat the summer heat while looking younger and prettier? Sci-fi movies have shown us people can get cryogenically frozen to wake up decades later and still retain their same youthful self. While it’s still too early to pop open those cryonic chambers, you can seek out the health and beauty benefits of the cold at Hong Kong’s first and only cryotherapy center, Polaris Wellness, which uses the power of sub-zero temperatures in its treatments and facials.

We recently got to try a full body treatment, which involves standing for three minutes, naked, in a -130°C nitrogen gas fridge. As the cold air enters the full body chamber—with your head sticking out— you quickly realize it’s no mere shopping mall chill, but an intense piercing cold that develops into sharp pins and needles all over the body.

Thank goodness for the uplifting therapist, who took our mind off the excruciating three minutes. The best feeling is when you hobble out of the machine to thaw and your blood circulation rapidly increases to warm yourself and your body creates feel-good endorphins and extra collagen for a smoother, firmer appearance. Our takeaway? The feeling of conquering the cold definitely gets addictive.

Single session $900 ($550-810 with membership). Cryofacials and localized cryotherapy also available. Polaris Wellness, 10/F, Lee Theatre Plaza, 99 Percival St., Causeway Bay, 2446-6163, polaris-wellness.com

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Quench Your Thirst New to Hong Kong to quench the thirst for dehydrated and tired bodies is REVIV Wellness, which brings a whole new range of hydration treatments done via IV drip packed with fluids, vitamins and antioxidants. It can help quell concerns of fatigue, lack of sleep, weight gain and general malaise directly from the inside, but can also improve the health of your hair, skin and nails.

Founded by A&E doctors who have 40 years of experience in treating dehydration-related health problems, the brand touts safe intravenous hydration therapies for different goals. Are you an athlete who needs to replenish nutrients? Suffering from jet lag or muscle aches from traveling? Need a detox from pollution and free radicals from regular city living? Or simply looking for a brightening, youthful glow? An initial consultation will help you determine which treatment best suits you.

We recently gave the Megaboost Vitamin Infusion a try, which replenishes your system with essential minerals and vitamins and flushes the body of toxins. While the needle and cannulation part is never something people look forward to, the experienced nurse Sarah makes the procedure quick and painless. You’re then led to the lounge where you can comfortably let the IV infusion run its course.

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We didn’t notice any immediate perks in energy, but for the next few days we noted that we were regular, with plenty more trips to the bathroom, and we were less lethargic in the mornings. A session takes as little as 29 minutes, and intra-muscular booster shots (where the effects are less immediate) only 10 seconds, so you could go for a lunch hour pick-me-up and still return reenergized in plenty of time.

Vitamin infusions start from $1,798; intra-muscular booster shots from $298. REVIV Wellness, Suite 2202, 1 Duddell St., Central, 2530-9882, revivme.com/hong-kong

Breath of Fresh Air While oxygen bars and flavored oxygen rose as a trend in the mid-noughties, Hong Kong spa stalwart Spa Beauté Par Zai has been pumping their most faithful clients an extra concentrated type of oxygen for therapeutic purposes via its Oxy Essential treatment for the last 15 years—and the people who love it, love it a lot.

Combining the benefits of a higher oxygen content than the outside air, and the soothing effects of aromatherapy, the Oxy Essential boasts benefits ranging from a cure for a hangover to shinier hair. Some go for a full 40 minutes when they need to unwind, some take a weekly session, and some even take a quick hit of flavored air every day. The owner, Nigar Qureshi, who has been a practicing aromatherapist for twenty years (as well as a professional makeup artist), takes five minutes every day. The claim is that the intake of more oxygen (the air in our atmosphere is about 21% oxygen; the usual non-medical oxygen concentrator produces 40% oxygen) helps remove toxins from the bloodstream, thus strengthening one’s immune system, clearing the complexion, easing migraines and hangovers, and leaving you refreshed.

As for us? After 40 minutes huffing peppermint-laced oxygen, the session left us feeling relaxed—although that might have been from the mellowing effects of peppermint and the time spent reclined in a spa bed rather than the oxygen itself.

$480 for 30 minutes, Spa Beauté Par Zai, 12/F, Sea Bird House, 22-28 Wyndham St., Central, 2524-1272, spabpz.com

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The Great

Escape

Desperate for a break from Hong Kong’s concrete and crowds?

These relaxing wellness retreats are just a quick flight away. By Sophia Lam

Results-driven

COMO Shambhala Estate Flee from all the stress and traffic of the city and embark on a detox journey in Bali’s clean air at COMO Shambhala Estate. Backing oriental healing traditions with scientific methods, the therapists will guide you through an odyssey of seeking the balance of your inner elements.

Choose from six of their signature wellness programs, each designed for a specific objective like cleansing and revitalization by the award-winning health company COMO Shambhala.

For citty trotters constantly living in a pressure cooker, we recommend the Ayurvedic Program, a holistic medicinal practice that traces its roots back a thousand years ago to India and aims to wipe out the toxins in your system. Before you dive into a fulfilling routine of detox, diets and yoga, the Ayurvedic doctor will first evaluate your prakruti, which in Sanskrit means your “nature” or “current state of being,” to design a treatment plan especially for you.

Feeling too sluggish for the gym and morning jogs? The Be Active Program will get you up and running again after a series of intensive fitness training and dietary routines. Also tailor-made for each participant, this program will help you draw up a comprehensive workout plan consisting of yoga and pilates. You will leave the resort feeling energized, and ready to take on an active lifestyle back at home.

COMO Shambhala Estate, Banjar Begawan, Desa Melinggih Kelod, Payangan, Ubud, Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia, (+62)361-978-888

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Song Saa Private Island Veiled in a virgin natural habitat southwest of Cambodia, Song Saa Private Island Resort is a renowned hybrid retreat and the winner of “Asia’s Leading Private Island Resort”

by The World Travel Awards 2015.

Through October 31, the resort is offering “A Journey to Wellness” package which will leave you refreshed, rejuvenated and revived. Specially outlined to achieve various restorative effects, the treatments use only organic ingredients and begin with a consultation with the sanctuary manager. Whether it’s a refreshing energy scrub, a rejuvenating floral facial or a reviving Himalayan salt body wrap, it’ll certainly awaken your senses.

Apart from being pampered from head to toe, you can also get a kick out of the many activities in the resort. Rent a kayak or snorkeling gear for an adventure in the cobalt waters, or practice sunrise yoga to find peace in your mind and soul.

Rates starting from $55,862 for five nights.

Koh Rong Archipelago, Cambodia, (+855)23-886-750

Lazing Around

The Reverie Saigon Lauded as one of the world’s best spas by CNN in May, The Reverie Saigon, which opened last September, is the ideal cradle for those looking for nothing more than luxury pampering.

Good things come in threes, especially with the hotel’s newest offer “Haute Ho Chi Minh.” Revel in three spa treatments, choosing from the spa’s five unique massages, each specially targeted for different needs and conditions. Try the Classic Vietnamese, a circulation-boosting fusion of Vietnamese cupping and massage routines. After the deep tissue loosening, go on a three-hour shopping spree afterwards with a guide from Trails of Indochina and get the best out the city’s homemade fashion brands and artisanal crafts.

Rates starting from $12,850. 22-36 Nguyen Hue Blvd., 57-69F Dong Khoi St., District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, (+84)8-3823-6688

The Temple House Chengdu If frittering away your time in a sun-drenched beach sounds too mundane, we can assure you that The Temple House in Chengdu is quite a different genre of luxury hotel in China. Stripped of any lavish decorations, the hotel instead weaves simplistic modern architectural aesthetics into the historical heritage in a city full of stories. Its newest spa, MI XUN Spa, is erected where the mulberry garden of the Daci Temple once sat, retaining much of the original Western-Sichuan architecture. Each therapy in the signature series, MI XUN Autographs, is designed to cater to a particular wellness goal. Give your skin a good ol’ detox with the Rhassoul Treatment’s Moroccan glove scrub brimful of minerals. Top off your spa tratment with a cup of freshly brewed tea at the tea house afterwards, and let Chinese medicine work its magic.

81 Bitieshi Street, Jinjiang District, Chengdu, China, (+86)28-6636-9999

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A Mix of Both

The Residence Maldives Signing up for the Yoga Retreat package at The Residence Maldives is a ticket to heaven for those looking to hang loose entirely in the middle of nowhere. Tucked away in the secluded island of Falhumaafushi in the Maldives, this deluxe resort is the paradise where you can find peace in mind and soul.

Their new package Yoga Retreat gives you a chance to sample all sorts of yoga and meditation within a minimum stay of four nights. Master the art of breathing with a half-hour Pranayama session, where you regulate your breathing patterns to improve the flow of vital energy throughout your body. You cannot call yourself a yogi without completing the 30-minute Yoga Nidra, commonly known as yogic sleep, where you ooze out every ounce of stress from your system as you linger between consciousness and sleep. Bliss out even more with the 50-minute body massage and a 30-minute neck and shoulder massage at the Spa by Clarins, nestled on a jetty looking out on the sapphire waters of a lagoon. If you’re still yearning for more, you can also enjoy an additional 10% discount on a la carte treatments at The Spa. You might not turn into a yoga guru after your stay, but it will surely take you to a whole new level of relaxation. $36,000 for two. Includes daily half board meals for two, through Dec 31. Falhumaafushi, Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Republic of Maldives, (+960)6820088

The Siam Overlooking the River of Kings, The Siam is an urban retreat against a culturally rich neighborhood of temples. Find your inner Tony Jaa at the resort’s chic black-and-white boxing ring, which holds Muay Thai boxing sessions taught by Olympic trainer Kru Yim. Muay Thai, also known as the “art of the eight limbs,” trains every inch of your body with intense punches, knee strikes and elbows.

When you’re exhausted from all the kicking and grappling, the Opium Spa by Sodashi is here to help you unwind. Achieve a sense of wholeness, purity and radiance in the signature 90-minute Thai Herbal Compress massage, which insists on only using chemical-free elements from nature. The masseur uses rhythmic hot compresses, together with aromatic herbs and spices to boost blood circulation and relieve your strained muscles.

And if all these don’t already sound exciting enough, spice things up at the Sak Yant tattoo studio (starts from $6,595). The sacred Sak Yant tattoos from ancient Cambodia often feature intricate geometric symbols of Buddhist prayers that are said to protect or bless its wearer.

Weekend package starts from $8,397 for two per night.

Includes breakfast, dinner and a massage therapy. 3/2 Thanon Khao, Vachirapayabal, Dusit, Bangkok, Thailand, (+66)2-206-6998

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PARTNERED WITH DR. LAUREN BRAMLEY & PARTNERS

Your Skin Needs

A KOREAN-STYLE PICK-ME-UP Tired of loose, sagging skin? Ditch the surgical option and discover why Korean-style thread lifting—beats a facelift any day.

Getting facelifts to counteract sagging and remove wrinkles may be nothing new, but it’s always been a complex procedure. But in the past few years, there’s been a new trend from Korea that has revolutionized the treatment, offering clients a quicker, less invasive and less expensive way to lift, tone and redefine the contours of their face.

Korean thread lifting is a new technology that leaves your skin firmed and tightened, and in a totally non-invasive way. This brand new technology inserts biocompatible threads under your skin, lifting and supporting it at the subcutaneous level and eliminating sagginess caused by aging.

Compared to the traditional version of thread lifting, the new Korean technology uses threads made of Polydioxanone, or PDO. What makes PDO better than the traditional threads? “15 or 20 years ago, when people were doing thread lifting they used different materials, such as gold. It gives the lifting effect, but the problem is that when you use that kind of material, your body doesn’t absorb it,” says Dr. Winnie Mui of Dr. Lauren Bramley & Partners. “Initially it may be all right, but over time issues and complications will start to arise. One of the main things we like about it is

that it’s biocompatible, meaning that your body will absorb it.”

PDO threads are made of the same materials as surgical sutures. When they’re placed under your skin, your body slowly absorbs the thread and forms collagen around it, with results lasting from around a year to a year and a half.

Other than PDO, there’s also a new generation of threads from France and Holland.

Composed of PLLA (polyllactic acid) and Lactide/Glycotide cones, these threads provide 360-degree anchor and reduced the risk of migration or extrusion.

This non-invasive, non-permanent approach is what’s making Korean thread lifting so popular. “Years ago, when people were using Thread Lifting they had to go to a plastic surgeon and had to be put under general anesthesia,” says Dr. Mui. “The current procedure is an in-clinic procedure, and is quite fast and safe because it’s just superficial.”

Where’s the most popular area for the procedure? “The lower third of the face, especially along the jawline, starts to sag a bit as you get older,” says

Dr. Mui: But that’s not the only area where Thread Lifting is effective. The forehead, under-eye area, neck, and even the upper arms are commonly treated with Korean thread lifting, with different kinds of threads used for different areas.

Recovery is also a lot quicker than surgery, too. “Patients will experience pain in the treated area for the first two to three days. But with pain medication, some patients even fall asleep during the procedure,” says Dr. Mui. Wait about a week for the swelling to go down, and you’ll really start seeing the effects kick in, with tighter, more contoured skin that will have you feeling younger than ever.

Dr. Winnie Mui of Dr. Lauren Bramley & Partners

Want to learn more about Korean thread lifting? Book a consultation at Dr. Lauren Bramley & Partners. 9/F, Pacific House, 20 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2877-6068, laurenbramley.com

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Top Of The List COLD IS THE NEW COOL AT POLARIS Did you know the lowest natural temperature ever recorded at ground level was -89°C in Antarctica? At POLARIS centres, happy customers are experiencing the benefits of temperatures as low as -120°C! Cryotherapy consists of exposing parts or the whole body to subzero temperatures to rejuvenate and promote wellness.

Cryo Facial is a unique 15-minute treatment which uses a controlled beam of cold air on the face, scalp and neck. It instantly tightens the skin as well as reduces wrinkles, pore size and acne. Cryo Stimulation is a rehab treatment that neutralizes pain and ache without side effects.

It also has a soothing effect on the musculature which helps enhance flexibility. In addition, Cryotherapy happens to be effective to improve sleeping patterns, relieve stress, lift mood and boost energy levels!

10/F, Lee Theatre, 99 Percival St., Causeway Bay, 2446-6163, polaris-wellness.com

NOVALASH EYELASH EXTENSIONS IN HONG KONG Celebrities like Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, Paris Hilton and Jessie James all wear NovaLash eyelash extensions. The award-winning​brand has earned its reputation as the “healthiest” professional eyelash extension system on the market, thanks to stringent safety standards and long-lasting, medicalgrade lash extension adhesives. NovaLash Eyelash Extensions are available in thousands of salons and spas across the United States and in over 40 other countries worldwide. The brand’s Signature Studio offers the highest quality lash extension services available from the US, right in the heart of Hong Kong. Each stylist at the NovaLash Signature Studio is NovaLash trained and certified in performing the specialized and unique NovaLash technique that does not cause discomfort or damage to natural lashes.

NovaLash clients come back every four weeks for touch up appointments, instead of two weeks with other leading brands. NovaLash’s Platinum Bond adhesive is extremely durable, oil-resistant and waterproof.

10/F, Lyndhurst Tower, 1 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central, 2536-0998, novalash.hk DAZ HAIR DAZ HAIR is the creation of renowned Australian hairstylist Darrin Usher with over 25 years in hairdressing. A well-known industry innovator, Darrin once again breathed his passion into his latest boutique salon DAZ. Since the salons incarnation it has won numerous awards for quality and service.

Darrin handpicked his team of internationally trained professional stylists to deliver his vision directly to clients. DAZ is about individual hairstylists creating individual looks for individual people. DAZ is one of the only salons in Hong Kong to specialize in curly hair, color, balayage, ombre, hair extensions and have internationally certified stylist for KC Smoothing Treatments. Darrin and his team are truly passionate about what they do and it shines through with every client.

2/F, Tung Chai Building, 86-90 Wellington St., Central, 2956-3688, dazhk.com. Instagram: @daz_style

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GREEN ENVEE GREAT NEWS! Originated from the US, Green Envee has finally arrived in Hong Kong. 400 bottles of serum were sold out within 36 hours upon arrival. Green Envee organic skincare product is more than simply a product. It offers our Purity Promise which comprises years of commitment and dedication to creating the highest quality pure essential oils, the major ingredient of all of the handmade products. We cultivate the finest plants with a rigorous growing process, starting from non-GMO seeds, best native soil, ultimate climate, expert farmers and botanists, and fair-trade wild harvesters. Pampering your skin with the highest quality organic product. greenenveehk.com

THE SMILE BAR Since its opening in July 2015, The Smile Bar has changed the way teeth whitening is seen by offering a radically different experience to guests that is safe and comfortable. At the flagship centre in Wan Chai, guests can sit back and relax in the egg chairs and have their teeth whitened by several shades.

Within just 20 minutes, The Smile Bar can make teeth between two to nine shades whiter, in a total range of 20 shades. The Smile Bar uses revolutionary teeth whitening gel from Sweden and a LED whitening lamp to bring guests sparkling smiles. The whitening effect can last up to six months, depending on one’s dental hygiene and lifestyle (consumption of tea, coffee and cigarettes, etc). To best maintain the pearly whites, it is recommended for guests to visit every one to two months for the best results. To celebrate our 1st year anniversary, The Smile Bar offer 15% off to first timers until August 31st.

1/F, Hang Wai Commercial Building, 231-233 Queen’s Rd. East, Wan Chai, 2620-0615, the-smile-bar.com.hk

SPA BEAUTE PAR ZAI Established in Central in 1975, Spa Beaute Par Zai is multi-award winning and one of the best spas in Hong Kong. The spa and beauty salon uses French, English and American beauty products and also high-tech and the latest equipment from around the globe. It is known for excellent customer service, cozy environment, and well-trained and qualified therapists. It offers avant-garde spa and beauty treatments to women.

Nigar Qureshi, founder of the Spa, is an award-winning aesthetician, skincare specialist, cosmetologist and makeup artist sought after by celebrities and international beauty pageants. She has built-up her reputation and a fan-club of loyal clients who testify to her extraordinary skills.

Spa BPZ aim to give appropriate treatment after careful consultation, provide clients with beauty and relaxation regimens to follow at home, and teach each client how to practice self-care.

They now offer trial discount to the customers: effective and safe Cavi-Lipo slimming treatment at $1,500 and Brazillian Wax at $290 for your first trial.

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Spas Caudalie Spa Vineyard owners Mathilde and Bertrand Thomas opened Caudalie in 1999 after learning about their vines’ healthful ingredients. The spa on Gough Street features grape-shaped light bulbs and pretty rattan accents throughout.

It’s an urban retreat where you can be as quick or leisurely as you like—you can choose from “Beauty Under an Hour” options, or go for a relaxing facial in the upstairs Vinotherapie spa sanctuaries.

3 Gough St., Central, 2319-1006, hk.caudalie.com

Chuan Spa The Chuan Spa at Cordis Hong Kong combines updated steam and sauna and outdoor jacuzzi facilities with the seasoned expertise of the international Chuan Spa brand.

Couples can get a special Body Element Escape deal, which starts with a 45-minute Harmony massage, reducing tension and restoring balance; and follow it up with a 45-minute Thalgo aromatic bliss facial, plus some time to hang out in the sky-high outdoor jacuzzi.

41/F, Cordis Hong Kong, 555 Shanghai St., Mong Kok, 3552-3510, chuanspa.com.hk

Flawless This award-winning boutique spa offers a wide range of pampering treatments: from mani-pedis to makeup sessions and, of course, facials. Find lots of luxurious treatments, like the Diamond Peel facial, which can be done on your entire face, just your eyes, or other body parts. The treatment uses a thin vacuum-like hose fitted with a diamond head sloughs off dead skin and de-clogs pores.

4/F, Sea Bird House, 22-28 Wyndham St., Central, 2869-5868, flawless.hk.com

Iyara Natural and Organic Spa Decked out in a warm bamboo and foliage motif, the surrounds at Iyara will calm you the moment you walk in. It has been a Hong Kong Island spa mainstay for as long as we remember. Their premium spa products include French brand Algotherm which uses the superpowers of seaweed—packed with biomolecules that pump micronutrients such as minerals, antioxidants, moisture and more back into thirsty, dull and sensitive skin.

dwellers looking to relax. With treatments using products by British skincare label Elemis, you’ll walk out practically glowing, with your skin feeling much smoother.

5/F, Hyatt Regency Sha Tin, 18 Chak Cheung St., Sha Tin, 3723-7684, hongkong.shatin.hyatt.com

Mira Spa Three floors under the Mira Hotel is a sprawling 18,000-sq.-ft. labyrinth of hallways, soft and purply lit. The VIP suites are kitted out with a large jacuzzi, a rain shower/steam room for two, and super-plush massage tables.

Couples get a short consultation followed by their own bespoke massage, which can include specially tailored aromatherapy and hot stones.

The signature Mira Massage unravels every tense strand in your body with hot stones

Various locations including 2/F, 27 Hollywood Rd., Central, 2523-8700, iyaradayspa.com

Melo Spa With an all-encompassing view of Tolo Harbour, Melo Spa at the Hyatt Regency, Sha Tin is worth the journey for busy city

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and a combination of Eastern and Western massage elements.

Weekday $2,300, weekend and holidays $2,400. Mira Spa, B3/F, The Mira Hotel, 118 Nathan Rd., 2315-5500, themirahotel.com

Foot Massages Big Bucket Footbath & Reflexology Big Bucket in Causeway Bay offers an aromatic foot bath with squishy little jelly beans before the massage begins. You get to choose the “flavor” of the bath, with options ranging from milk and lavender to ginger and ginseng.

Their 60-minute massage, which costs $208, includes a well-pressured 45-minute foot rub, as well as 15 minutes of attention focused on your shoulders and neck.

Shop 1 & 2, Hoi Kung Court, 264-269 Gloucester Rd., Causeway Bay, 2572-8611

Gao’s Foot Massage Gao’s prides itself in keeping to traditional Chinese massage methods, deeply rooted in the art of acupressure. Prior to its recent move to Wellington Street, Gao’s has been holding court in Lan Kwai Fong since 2003 and has branched out to Mid-Levels. Both locations provide relaxing environments where your massage is accompanied by the sound of birdsong in the background, as well as a cup of calming rose tea.

Various branches including 17/F, Silver Fortune Plaza, 1 Wellington St., Central, 2810-9219, gaosfootlankwaifong.com

Halite This foot spa uses Halite— the scientific name for rock salt—as its namesake. Aptly so, as each of its shops is decorated with Himalayan crystal salt lamps, which not only create soft and soothing lighting, but also act as a natural

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air ionizer and purifier, clearing out pollution and dust in the air. Whether you believe it or not, you can’t deny the relaxation you’ll feel during your 45-minute foot massage and crystal salt rub treatment.

Various branches including 4/F, 18 Pak Sha Rd., Causeway Bay, 2890-6820, halitehk.com

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Seat yourself in Health Touch’s comfy armchairs and girly floral surrounds, and you’ll be transported to the simple comforts of a countryside cottage away from the busy city. Health Touch offers a range of full-body massages, as well as a 50-minute ($208) foot massage that includes an aromatherapy foot bath, and a 10-minute aroma foot spa.

1/F, Grand View Commercial Building, 29-31 Sugar St., Causeway Bay, 2882-3433, hkhealthtouch.com

Ten Feet Tall The Basics: Ten Feet Tall is the brainchild of Dragon-i creator Gilbert Yeung, so it’s safe to suppose it’s not your run-of-the-mill local foot massage parlor. As well as foot massage and pedicure, they also do nail art, full-body pressure point massage and aromatic oil massage for pampering beyond the feet.

The Experience: Entering Ten Feet Tall from the bustle of Queen’s Road, my mind was calmed right away. The two-floor location is super spacious, with surroundings inspired by Caribbean-island chic—picture white beach houses with wood fittings and cabanas.

I tried the “Why Not” foot plus neck and shoulder massage: My feet were first bathed in a bucket of aromatic bubbly water, after which two therapists worked simultaneously on my feet (with coconut oil-infused lotion),

and my neck and shoulders for the next 50 minutes. Cold-pressed juices and teas are served following your massage for a full cleansing experience.

The Takeaway: The massage was on the strong side, so if you can take the pressure then Ten Feet Tall is perfect for you. Talk to your therapist if you prefer a gentler approach. My feet felt rather light after the massage, and my skin was much smoother.

With a few private or semi-private rooms, the place could provide a great little vacation for your feet during lunch breaks (if you have the luxury of long lunches), or with family on weekends. Xavier Ng

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“Why Not” Foot + Neck and Shoulder Massage (50 minutes), $680 (Mon-Thu), $750 (Fri-Sun). 20-21/F, The L Place, 139 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2971-1010, tenfeettall.com.hk

Alchemy Boutique Hair Salon

One of the biggest foot massage chain, Pure Massage has 14 branches around town, including the ultra-clean and private space in Wan Chai’s Wharney Guang Dong Hotel with superbly skilled reflexology sifus, all of whom have been hand-picked by the big boss of the company himself. At $204 for 50 minutes, it’s a surprisingly accessible treat.

Various branches including 1/F, Annex Block, Wharney Guang Dong Hotel, 57-73 Lockhart Rd., Wan Chai, puremassage.com.hk

Hair Salons This 3,000-sq.-ft. salon provides a spacious and comfortable hideout in Central to spruce up your tresses, with 28 semi-private seats set up with mirror partitions to ensure you get HEALTH, BEAUTY & FITNESS GUIDE 2016 19

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your relaxing “me time” at the salon. The salon is helmed by Creative Director Justin Paul Chambers, an industry veteran who can turn your locks from limp and damaged to dolledup in no time. Cuts from $490-2,700.

Shop LG1-3, LG/F, Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central, 3106-0128, ilcolpo.com.hk

Bruneblonde Set in luxury surroundings at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, Bruneblonde offers a bit of chic Parisian charm in the heart of the city. A collaboration between stylists Roland Boutin and David Gouygou, this elegant salon offers an all-in-one pampering experience which highlights their premium service and talented hairdressers. Stylists at Bruneblonde work with confidence and precision, and are experienced with all types of hair from brunettes to blondes, and short to long hair. Cuts from $750.

Mezz Floor, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, 1 Harbour Rd., Wan Chai, 2511-3988, bruneblonde.com

Hair Corner Established in 1985, Hair Corner has been offering fantastic salon and hair styling services

Jean Louis David – Keratin Treatment The Basics: There are many glitzy, high-end hair salons in Hong Kong that claim they’ll give you an A-list experience along with their styling, but few really deliver. Situated right in the heart of Central, Paris-born Jean Louis David helms a place that follows through on its promise, from the moment you walk through the doors into the contemporary, state-of-the-art salon interiors decked out in white.

The Experience: With my frizzy locks a bit out of control from the Hong Kong heat and humidity, I popped in to this gorgeous salon to try their signature Super-Smooth Keratin treatment, which is meant to leave your hair instantaneously silk-smooth and frizz-free. The keratin treatment begins with a shampoo (and mini facial and hand massage) to make sure your hair is primed to take on the keratin, which you’ll need to leave in your hair for at least 72 hours without shampooing in order to maximize the longevity of the treatment. It took less than 30 minutes to comb the keratin lotion through my hair, which was then whipped

to Hong Kongers for over two decades. The range of treatments is just as diverse as the customer base, and you can be sure to find a treatment that suits your needs and budget, from hair styling to beauty advice and skin treatments. Once you’ve achieved a new ‘do, pick up a basket of their premium hair products to maintain that fresh salon look.

8/F, VIP Commercial Centre, 116-120 Canton Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2507-2268, hair-corner.com

Kim Robinson Can’t find a hairdresser who can work wonders on your Asian hair? Call on Australian-born celebrity stylist Kim Robinson, who’s known for his expertise in just that. His signature is the dry cut technique, creating a style to match the natural flow of your hair, which he’s used on A-list clients such as Michelle Yeoh, Zhang Ziyi and Gong Li. But even if Kim isn’t around (or you don’t feel like shelling out over $7000 for a haircut that’ll grow out in a few months), you’ll still feel like a celeb: Each client is led into a private room, with an adjacent private hairwashing station. I was given a signature dry cut by Jason Chan, one of their top stylists,

who clipped off the last dyed strands of a balayage that had overstayed its welcome, into a short layered bob. The difference between a dry cut and a traditional wet one is not just in technique, it’s in experience: I was watching myself transform, as each strand was clipped and settled back into its natural place.

At no moment did I have to guess how the cut would look, like one does when they only have a mass of wet hair togo on; I could see it with my own eyes. Jessica Wei 106, Chater House, 8 Connaught Rd., Central, 2121-8484, kimrobinson.com

Private-i Salon Private-i is one of the most popular hair salons in Hong Kong, providing consistent and convenient service with a wide range of treatments available. The Private-i Salon in Central is the flagship of the PS Group, offering 4,000 square feet of space including a million dollar Swarovski crystal curtain in the reception area to add an uber luxe feel.

Shop 3029-3030, Podium Level 3, IFC Mall, 1 Harbour View St., Central, 2526-4488, privatei.com.hk

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into shape by Alfio, an expert stylist hailing from Italy. It’s clear that the stylists here work off experience and intuition, and Alfio’s cut was one of the quickest yet one of the best I’ve received in Hong Kong. As for the keratin, it worked instantaneously, leaving my hair silky smooth with not a touch of frizz in sight.

The Takeaway: After a few days my hair has remained as straight and silky as the day I left the salon. I would recommend keratin to anyone who struggles with straightening and blow-drying their hair in the mornings.

The hardest part is staying away from bobby

pins, clips or hair ties for the first three days as you need to give time for the keratin to lock in and any shaping of the hair may crease the strands. I’m completely blown away by the results and will definitely be heading back for my next cut and styling touch-up. With its stunning white interiors and team of highly experienced hairdressers, Jean Louis David is one of the few places in the city I can honestly say is worth the premium. Leslie Yeh Super-Smooth Keratin $2,500; haircut and styling $700. 12/F, New World Tower 2, 18 Queen’s Rd., Central, 2997-9828

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The Mandarin Barber

A leading UK hairdressing powerhouse with a stellar international reputation, Toni & Guy has more than 420 salons worldwide, including two branches in Hong Kong. It prides itself in offering high-quality cuts and styles for clients in a laid-back yet professional setting. And for those who are a little more adventurous, this is the place to test out trending shades and daring cuts—the brand is known for sponsoring top design and fashion shows around the World.

Reminiscent of a private gentlemen’s club, with 1930s Art Deco touches, The Mandarin Barber is a men’s grooming mainstay in the city.

Located on the second floor of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, this is an urban retreat for men.

Spruce up for that evening out with a wet shave or haircut; those with more time can book a manicure or pedicure, or perhaps some reflexology and a massage. Multi-treatment packages are on offer, too.

G/F, 15 Wyndham St., Central, 2801-7870, toniandguy.com.hk

Men’s Grooming Ambassador Barber Parlour Looking for a no-frills, old school cut and shave? This long-time Causeway Bay favorite is a well-kept secret, armed with an arsenal of old hands who have been working there for at least 50 years. You can opt for a typical barber’s cut, but the folks at Ambassador can handle trendier styles too. At $146, a full cut and Shanghainese shave is cheap. Be sure to plan ahead—it’s closed on Wednesdays.

2/F, The Mandarin Oriental, 5 Connaught Rd., Central, 2825-4088, mandarinoriental.com

The Strand Located conveniently next to the Mid-Levels Escalator, this five-story hair and beauty salon offers a variety of makeup services and spa treatments. The guys can get their curls attended to as well—there’s a complete malededicated floor where you stay in the barber’s chair every step of the way, from shampoo to cut to wet shave.

18 Cochrane St., Central, 2850-7686, thestrandhk.com

Nail Bars

23 Lan Fong Rd., Causeway Bay, 2895-5930

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Gentlemen’s Tonic

This quiet nail salon in Jordan stocks a huge variety of nail art stickers, trendy gold temporary tattoos, and top of the line gel and regular polishes. It’s also known for its foot spa offerings: their latest promotion features a customizable foot spa using floral and fruit ingredients, starting from a bubble foot soak, and a scrub, foot mask and lotion all in a wide range of flavors including lavender, tropical lemon and eucalyptus. Soft gel manis start from $280 for first-timers.

As a modern take on the traditional barbershop, Gentlemen’s Tonic provides a variety of lifestyle and grooming services especially for men. Hair cuts, wet shaves and hand treatments are all available, and there’s also a variety of massages, eyelash and eyebrow tinting, facials and body scrubs. Sorry, ladies—gentlemen only!

Sun Lee Building, 43-49 Wellington St., Central, 2525-2455, gentlemenstonic.com

Flat B, 2/F, Keybond Commercial Centre, 38 Ferry St., Jordan, 2959-3805, blossomnailhk.com

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Canary Nail Conveniently located just minutes away from the Central MTR station, Canary offers a variety of Japanese-style nail art samples, from clean cut ombres to glam rhinestones. Soak-off gel ($450) lasts for around three weeks.

First-timers at Canary can get a discount at $298 for soak-off gel nails, and a package deal of $1,900 for five sessions, which saves you $350. For the boyfriends waiting for their ladies to finish up their 90-minute manis: why not indulge in some pampering too?

Regular manicures for men ($240) include nail shaping, cuticle trimming and moisturizing.

11/F, Wellington Place (M88), 2-8 Wellington St., Central, 2537-0338, canary.com.hk

Luxe Nail & Beauty Located on the second floor of a Tsim Sha Tsui tong lau, the interior is decorated in a cute, princessy style, perfect for any girly girl. It may get cluttered as it gets busier throughout the evening, with technicians painting away at six stations. Luxe is great at staying on trend, currently offering jelly pastel colors for summer, Korean-style geometric designs, as well as pressed flower manicures which are all over the runways this season—we loved our combination of pressed floral nails and marble manicures on our last visit. Soft gels for firsttimers start at $328, and get cheaper if you join a membership package.

2/F, Long Wah Building, 21A Lock Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2311-8188, luxebeauty.com.hk

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Xtreme Lashes Eyelash Extensions The Basics: Xtreme Lashes is one of the foremost eyelash extension experts in the city, attracting clients willing to spend a bit more for the security and comfort of a world-class salon and carefully vetted procedures.

The Experience: Xtreme Lashes prides itself on using safe and hygienic processes for applying extensions that keep lashes looking natural and undamaged. My session began with a one-on-one consultation to take me through the choices available.

I drifted off into slumberland within the

first 15 minutes as the technician began applying extensions to each individual lash. The one-and-a-half-hour process was completely pain-free and quite peaceful, with only the soft spa music and gentle whirring of the tools to be heard. I woke up to a stunning set of luscious long lashes.

The Takeaway: I was amazed at how light the lashes felt and, after a few days, I hardly noticed them at all. I also loved how there was no maintenance involved to keep them looking full and fantastic—all I had to do was make sure to stay away from oil-based face cleanser and give them a quick swipe with the brush (provided) in the mornings to even out the strands. The extensions last as long as the duration of your natural eyelash growth cycle, so you’ll have to head back after about six to eight weeks. Leslie Yeh Eyelash extensions $1,388. 3/F, V Plus, 68-70 Wellington St., Central, 3708-8961, xtremelashes.com.hk

Lash & Brows Benefit Browbar You don’t have to be Cara Delevingne to know that brows really make the face. Hit up the wax experts at Benefit’s dedicated Browbar to find your perfect arch, get a wax and a tint, and leave with your head held high and your #BrowGameStrong.

Various locations including Shop G34B, Lee Tung Avenue, Wan Chai, 3621-0598

Cerynne Their Japanese eyelash extensions give a natural look for long and curled lashes which last up to a month with careful maintenance.

The therapist will walk you through each procedure as she glues new lashes on top of your old ones painlessly, avoiding your eyelid area. Your new glam lashes might feel a bit bulky at first, especially if you’re a first-timer, but after a few comb-outs you’ll feel nothing but glam!

Cerynne, 10/F, 60 Wellington St., Central, 6999-9707

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Browhaus The Basics: Brow trends change fast: in the last five years, we’ve gone from Cara Delevingne’s fierce, bushy arches to the lighter and boxier brows of Korean soap stars; now, everyone is looking for full yet natural-looking brows. But brows are fickle: they can be overplucked, too wispy, sparse or patchy. Browhaus, Asia’s leading brow salon with locations from Singapore to New York, finds the potential in your brows and painstakingly etches realistic-looking hair strands along the browbone with their unique brow embroidery technique for results that last up to 18 months with six-month tune-ups.

The Experience: Set up in a series of circuslike tents, each one a private room, Browhaus is sleek, modern yet fun. After signing up and being led into one of the tents, Tracy,

Browhaus’s main embroidery therapist, carefully examined my eyebrows, isolating the tail, marking where the inner eyebrows should start and my peak arch (hey, little dude! There you are! Where’ve you been hiding?), and made her recommendations based on my face shape and personal preferences. When we finalized the design, she etched out the shape on my eyebrows, cleaned up stray hairs, applied some numbing cream and prepared the color. We decided on a mix of ash blonde (darker than you think) and medium brown (way darker than you think), and went to town with a tiny razor, creating small incisions just below the first layer of skin and then going over with color. Minimally painful, but definitely bizarre-feeling: You can hear the process, and feel it only in texture—but it doesn’t actually hurt, and it’s done in half an hour.

The Takeaway: I was given a combo of antibacterial drops and a moisturizer

(named Build and Fix, respectively), specific instructions for aftercare and an invitation to come back within six months for a tune-up. My brows were well-defined and, remarkably, three dimensionally natural.

We had decided on a gentle arch, a slightly longer tail, and an inner eyebrow that protruded slightly into my T-zone, pulling my wide set eyes together and making them seem larger. The brows look great, and feel only a little bit itchy only a little bit of the time, which should go away, but the best part?

Saying goodbye to the eyebrow pencil.

Jessica Wei Browhaus, 10/F, 8 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central.

3950-3950, browhaus.com.hk

The Nail LIbrary at The Upper House

State-of-the-art Nail, Lash and Brow services in Hong Kong with guaranteed safe products.

1) Japanese Eyelash Extension using 100% Japan-imported materials. All products certified for medical use. Japanese techique guarenteed during the treatment. Super natural effect achieved even with full set of lash extension. Lasts around 3-4 weeks. 2) Soft Gel Mani & Pedi and Nail Art using Safe, Healthy and Environmental-friendly gel products. No volatile organic compounds contained. Preganant ladies safe. Deluxe gel contains resin upto dental medical level and pigment upto lipstick cosmetic level while Pure gel uses materials upto facial cosmetic level. Lasts around 3 weeks. 3) 4D Eyebrow Embroidery Service. Applying the micro-blading technique by hand to leave the 100% plant-based dye onto the surface Nailae of your skin, creating long lasting, super natural eyebrow embroidery effect. Depends on the different metabolism rate of people, the result will last 12-18 months. All materials are imported from German and United States.

10/F, 60 Wellington St. Central, Hong Kong Tel: (852) 23366697 M: (852) 69999707 www.cerynne.com.hk instagram: cerynnebeauty

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A lot has been said about superfoods in the last few years, and for the most part they should be approached with a degree of skepticism. There’s no one grain that’s going to change your life, and the nutrients different foods provide must be supported by a balanced diet in order to work their magic. But with a healthy mix of whole grains, legumes and vegetables in your daily diet, you won’t just be super-fooding—you’ll be super living. Here are a few accessible and delicious ingredients to get you started. By Jessica Wei

Kale Benefits: The reigning queen of all foods deemed super, kale is a nutritional powerhouse. High in iron, fiber, calcium, and vitamins A, C and K, low in calories and super low (as in… zero) fat, kale aids in digestion (that’s the fiber), encourages natural blood clotting (vitamin K), helps process protein (vitamin A), and helps prevent bone loss (calcium). And the best part? It’s super hearty, easy to cook with, and keeps better as leftovers than any other leafy green— in fact, rather than wilting and getting soggy, kale holds its shape and gets more flavorful the next day.

Kale That Won’t Fail: Perfect for weekday lunches and quick dinner sides, keep a giant kale salad in the fridge (there is no “small bunch of kale,” as farmers will tell you): Toss in your favorite dressing, mix in some beans for a protein boost or some parmesan and orzo with a spritz of lemon and olive oil for a light, fresh side dish. Don’t forget to massage the leaves and small stems with olive oil and salt to soften them. Too lazy to cook? Try this Green Goddess salad from The Restaurant by the Kinnet ($120).

Corn Benefits: One of the ancient grains of the Americas, corn might seem like a surprising superfood given that it’s so commonly associated with backyard barbecues, tortillas, and cornbread. But no matter how you shuck it, this highly versatile grain is also super nutritious: It contains protein, iron, vitamin B6, manganese and packs a wallop of soluble fiber.

Corn, Reborn: At your next barbecue, forgo the fatty butter and drizzle some olive oil and sprinkle some spices on your corn instead. Are you crisps-addicted but concerned about sodium and hydrogenated oil? Make some homemade popcorn: coat the bottom of a pot with canola oil, throw in some dried corn kernels, cover and wait for the sizzle and pop. Take the pot off the stove when the popping dies down, sprinkle with salt and spices (we love cinnamon, nutmeg and brown sugar for light sweetness; nutritional yeast for a cheesy treat) and enjoy your healthy movie snack.

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Sardines Benefits: These little swimmers carry with them a whopping 338% of our daily recommended serving of vitamin B12 (which produces red blood cells, builds immunity, and fights degenerative diseases. B12 can also be easily depleted by birth control pills, antibiotics, liver diseases and stress, leading to B12 deficiency. Trust us, you want more B12 on your team), 44% of your daily recommended bone-building vitamin D, 60% of your omega-3 fats (for heart control, improved cholesterol, and shiny, shiny hair) and 45% of your daily protein requirement in a single tin.

Sardine Dreams: Buy sardines canned in heart-healthy olive oil, and those packed in water if you’re concerned about fat. For dinner, mix in a can of sardines in pasta and veggie and sprinkle with lemon juice, or have an all-out umami party with sardines, shiitake mushrooms, chopped tomato, eggplant and spices, and serve over a bed of mixed grains. For a quick and filling lunch, mix sardines with avocado and smear on a slice of wholegrain toast.

Red Rice Benefits: Sure, brown rice is a no-brainer, with all its fiber, antioxidants and natural wholegrain goodness, but red rice is like brown rice with a jetpack, with three times the insoluble fibre per serving, 90% of your daily value of manganese (a mineral that promotes healthy bones and skin), and tons of antioxidants. Plus it’s pretty and it looks so healthy! People in your lunch canteen will think you’re Gwyneth Paltrow or something.

Red Rice Ready: Cooked in the same way as brown rice, red rice can be used a substitute for brown or white rice, tossed into a health bowl with lightly sauteed or fresh veggies and beans or lentils, or mixed into a salad for small hit of protein and some chewy bite.

Lentils Benefits: These tiny but mighty legumes are positively stuffed with both soluble and insoluble fiber and protein, and 90% of your daily recommended folate, a B vitamin which helps repair and promote cell and tissue growth, linked to everything from fetal development and promoting sperm viability to reducing the risk of stroke. Just one cup of these guys will keep you full for hours while feeding you the nutrients you need, at only 230 calories.

Pencil in Lentils: Buy lentils in their dried form rather than canned— they’re more delicious, and don’t have the chemicals and preservatives added in the canning process. You can also infuse flavor straight into the lentils by cooking them in milk or vegetable broth. And once you cook them, you’ve got a world of possibilities: Make a hearty lentil soup in the winter, experiment with Indian dal, mix them into your next stir fry, make a lentil dip and serve with pita chips, or swap out ground beef with spiced lentils in a shepherd’s pie for Meatless Monday.

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Alfalfa Sprouts Benefits: A super cute way to beef up your sandwich and top your salads, alfalfa sprouts (and other microgreens) are super concentrated natural sources of calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, iron and folate, but also contain a pretty significant quantity of phytoestrogen which, while not recommended for pregnant women, is extremely helpful for balancing hormones for premenopausal women. Sprouts also help regulate bad cholesterol while boosting good cholesterol.

Sprout, Don’t Pout: Alfalfa sprouts can be added to virtually any dish to boost its nutritional value, from stuffing it in a falafel or a pita with hummus and tomato, topping a salad, mixed into a health bowl with shredded carrots and cabbage, chickpeas and avocado, mixed into your favorite dip or soup, blended into a smoothie, or sneaked into a sandwich to replace lettuce. Try this sprout and quinoa salad from MANA! $78 for a small box, $130 for a large.

Water Benefits: It may seem like a no-brainer, but most of us just don’t get enough water. Water has so many proven benefits: It helps us deal with the hotter climate, it keeps skin looking fresh and smooth, aids in weight loss by keeping us full (the next time you think you’re hungry, knock back a glass of water first), energizes muscles preventing fatigue, and helps flush out your kidneys and colon. Now that’s a superfood.

Water You Waiting For? If you don’t get enough water, and most of us don’t, try to make it part of your daily routine: drink water first thing in the morning to help wake you up (squeezing the juice from a lemon into it start you off with a dose of vitamin C and potassium); drink water with meals to help you digest your food and make you feel fuller; and drink water before and/or after you start any physical activity. Remember: if you’re ever feeling thirsty, you’re already dehydrated. Invest in a bottle or a carafe with its own filter to avoid buying plastic bottles.

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Top Of The List ACUPUNCTURE EXPERT - QUALITY TCM A well-established traditional Chinese medicine clinic originating from the Guangxi region of China, Quality Chinese Medical Centre is now offering acupuncture, herbal and cupping therapies in Central. The company specializes in alleviate internal and external problems like back pain, stiff neck and shoulder, insomnia, weight loss, sinusitis, arthritis, migraines, anxiety, depression, infertility, eczema and water retention. Quality TCM is for those who want to have their problems addressed from the root, or want to discover the secret of 5,000 years of traditional Chinese medicine. The practitioners here are fully registered in Hong Kong, and all have extensive experience from China and Hong Kong.

For a free consultations, call 2881-8267 or visit qualitytcm.com for details.

INTEGRATED MEDICINE INSTITUTE Established for over 20 years, IMI is Hong Kong’s most trusted clinic for natural and integrated medicine. With locations in Central and Discovery Bay, IMI combines modern diagnostics with natural medicine and therapies to get to the root cause of health problems. Individualized and effective solutions are then provided for a lasting healing without dependence on long-term medications.

Core services include: naturopathic medicine, homeopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture, osteopathy, chiropractic, psychotherapy, counseling, as well as family medicine and medical testing. Complementary modalities in reflexology, hypnotherapy, cranial-sacral therapy, Bach flower remedies, and holistic therapies such as Reiki and BodyTalk are also available. IMI’s specialties include allergies, ADD/ADHD, immunity, stress, insomnia, fertility issues, back/ joint pains, sports injuries, weight loss and detox. IMI’s herbal dispensary offers the best selection of clinical-grade nutritional supplements, herbal medicine, and healthy living products, carefully selected by IMI practitioners to ensure quality, purity, and efficacy. Now available online.

13/F & 17/F Kailey Tower, 16 Stanley St., Central, 2523-7121; G-02 Office Block Two, North Plaza Discovery Bay, 2537-1087, www.imi.com.hk, shop.imi.com.hk

CAMBRIDGE WEIGHT PLAN HONG KONG Cambridge Weight Plan Hong Kong offers a range of weight loss programs for men and women. The tailor-made plans are flexible to fit in with your own lifestyle, and you get the on-going one-to-one support of your own Cambridge Weight Plan Consultant around Hong Kong. You can choose the complete meal replacement option, or opt for one of their programs that include healthy eating alongside meal replacements. Cambridge Weight Plan Consultants are unique as they have also lost weight on the Plan, so they know exactly what you are going through. Their meal replacements are nutritious, tasty and inexpensive.

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LOOK OUT FOR THE NEXT “SUPER DRINK” Love your life, Love EARLY SUNRISE KOMBUCHA CLEANSE! “Kombucha” is a fermented beverage which goes beyond any beauty drink. It grabbed a lot of attention from the world seeking healthy drinks that are also good for dieting. EARLY SUNRISE KOMBUCHA CLEANSE is gluten-free and made with all-natural-sweeteners, plant-basedprebiotics, non-artificial sweetener and non-artificial-coloring. Made in Japan, EARLY SUNRISE KOMBUCHA CLEANSE is a special blend with seven health benefits which helps to reduce fat and carbohydrates intakes, cleanse and detoxify, increase basal metabolic rate, boost energy, strengthen immune system, get healthier skin, and promote good digestive system.

EARLY SUNRISE KOMBUCHA CLEANSE is now available in Hong Kong at univabeauty.com

GENIE JUICERY Hong Kong’s Original Retail Juicery – Genie Juicery – is opening it’s third Hong Kong store, bringing their unique character to the memorable neighborhood of Sai Ying Pun. The new store has been designed as a hang out space for those in the community with a keen interest in healthy food and delicious nutrition! The new store will have all its much-loved fresh cold pressed juices, smoothies, nut milks, protein shakes and raw snacks. They are also launching Smoothie Bowl’s, Nice Cream Bars and a range of takeaway salads!

Opening Monday, August 1, 56-72 Third St., Sai Ying Pun. 20% discount off first juice purchase at new Sai Ying Pun Store, for HK Magazine Readers if you show this article!

GENIE JUICERY, ifc FLAGSHIP STORE Shop 2096B, ifc Podium Level Two, 8 Finance St., Central, 2644-5875

SO HOLISTIC SoHolistic is a friendly healing center for the mind, body and spirit.

SoHolistic aims to support your wellbeing and personal growth in the face of urban and life stresses with a variety of holistic and esoteric services.

Services include: • holistic hypnotherapy & wellness counselling • neuro-energetic kinesiology • nutrition • tarot readings • energy healing • psychic readings and spiritual consultations • crystal bed for chakra healing (the only one in Hong Kong; brought over from the renowned Casa de Dom Inácio in Brazil) 1/F, 7 Old Bailey St., SoHo, Central, 2810-8694, soholistic.asia, facebook.com/soholistic HEALTH, BEAUTY & FITNESS GUIDE 2016 31

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Helloqube

Health Food Stores Alpha Nature Wholesome Living Trying to go green at home? Alpha Nature Wholesome Living makes the transition much easier thanks to its large inventory of organic products: look no further for fruit juice, sweeteners, milk, snacks, and even baby food. Alpha Nature also stocks lots of body care items, so you can pick up some Badger Organic sunscreen or lip balm next time you’re shopping. Order online, or check out their physical store.

Room 1503, Dominion Centre, 43-59 Queen’s Rd. East, Wan Chai, 2821-7619, alphanaturehk.com

drinks, Beauty and Juice will gladly heat up your bottles for you without compromising the nutritional content. Glass bottle return is available at the shop.

Shop G60, E Plaza, 7 Shing Yip St., Kwun Tong, 5202-8803, beautyandjuice.com

Evergreens Republic

2472-0038, evergreensrepublic.com

Worried about the use of machinery and petrochemicals in food production? Evergreens Republic is one of the largest aquaponics greenhouse farms in Southeast Asia. A major benefit of their farming process is that crops that may not be easy to come by locally can be

Farm Direct

Beauty and Juice If you live on Kowloon side and you’re looking for a juice cleanse that won’t break the bank, try Beauty and Juice in Kwun Tong.

It offers a range of juices freshly made from fruits sourced directly from the Yau Ma Tei fruit market, for half the price of what it costs in Central, including juice cleanse sets for $300. As a plus for those who prefer warm

grown year-round right here. Get your fresh greens picked within 24 hours of your order being placed online. If you’re strapped for time even to shop on the internet, Evergreens Republic offers subscription boxes and delivery is free.

With their retail shops widely distributed citywide, you can’t miss Farm Direct. Their pesticide- and contamination-free produce is grown in their own hydroponic farm in the New Territories. Other than the veggies, you’ll also find a wide selection of organic grocery items, including not only the typical condiments and drinks but also quirkier finds such as lettuce-flavored ice cream.

Various branches including G/F, 429 Lockhart Rd., Wan Chai, 2431-1088, farmdirect.hk

Foodcraft

Green Common

Hong Kong-based online shop Foodcraft offers something for anyone with dietary restrictions or who suffers from allergies. They are known for their handcrafted healthy foods: think organic, raw, vegan and gluten-free snacks

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Nood Food Part of the fitness empire that is Pure, Nood Food offers innovative, delicious yet organic food and drinks. They are known for their cold-pressed juices, which are ideal for a juice cleanse or to quench your thirst after a long and tiring workout. Feeling peckish? They also offer tasty raw and cooked food.

Various locations including 3/F, Hutchison House, 10 Harcourt Rd., Admiralty, 8105-5838, allnood.com

Family Wellness Nood Food

such as dairy-free coconut yogurt, raw granola, zoodles (zucchini noodles), dehydrated fruits, raw flaxseed crackers… the list goes on. For your cooking needs, they stock homemade almond and coconut butters and oils too.

Flat A, 21/F, Yiuga Factory Building, 62 Victoria Rd., Kennedy Town, 2884-1299, foodcraft.hk

Green Common Now that “Green Monday” has become a thing in Hong Kong, the social enterprise behind it has opened Green Common, an all-vegetarian grocery store that provides sustainable and responsibly-sourced goods to its customers.

The Central branch also holds regular events with a focus on green living, including free seminars from experts and cooking classes.

Shop 1, 1/F, Nan Fung Place, 173 Des Voeux Rd. Central, 2263-3153, greencommon.com

Homegrown Foods Homegrown Foods is an online grocery shop that brings fruit and vegetables from local farms to your table—as well as a few other tables around town, like Stone Nullah Tavern and Linguini Fini. The company sources products from multiple local farms to provide more variety and ensure the ingredients are always fresh. Homegrown Foods offers several box options, where you can subscribe to vegetable delivery plans.

54B Tai Lung Tsuen, Sheung Shui, 2671-2771, homegrownfoods.com.hk

iHerb.com Want to eat sustainably, but sick of finding imported goods in stores for at least double the price of what they’d be selling for in their country of origin? iHerb may just be the answer. Their web store retails almost every

brand you can think of and stocks everything that is needed for a healthy lifestyle.

In addition to your typical organic or vegetarian food items, there are also beauty products, home goods, baby items and fitness items. As an added plus, prices on the site already include shipping fees.

Just Green A convenience store that stocks a little of everything, Just Green was one of the first health food stores in Hong Kong to start emphasizing health-focused, eco-friendly products. Choose from a huge variety of foods: vegan, gluten-free, nut-free… You name it, Just Green has it. There are also baby foods, fairtrade beauty products and cleaning supplies.

Various locations including 52 Graham St., Central, 2801-5611, justgreen.com.hk

Hong Kong Family Welfare Society The Hong Kong Family Welfare Society has an after-school childcare service as well as a support service for single parent families.

Volunteers are not usually qualified to help out at the foster care center, but the society generally welcomes applications for any of the other programs held at the Family Service Centre. The society also teaches parents basic conflict resolution skills to promote parent-teen harmony.

Various locations including Western Garden, 80A First St., Sai Ying Pun, 2549-5106, hkfws.org.hk

Hong Kong Young Women’s Christian Association A self-financed “family wellness center,” the Hong Kong Young Women’s Christian Association was set up by the YWCA in 2007. The association runs several different

Little Giant Little Giant is a family-friendly grocery store that makes shopping for little ones simple and easy. The now-online store promotes a healthy lifestyle by sourcing niche products and sharing information openly. They stock more than food: look for eco-friendly cleaning supplies to ensure that your daily household chores are safe for you, your kids, and the environment.

2573-3610, littlegiant.com.hk

The Natural Tea Company One of Hong Kong’s leading importers and distributors of high-quality healthy and trendy tea, dried fruits, nuts and beverages, the Natural Tea Company is a great resource for natural and organic products, from tea to juices to honey.

2544-6006, thenaturalteacompany.com

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campaigns, all of which emphasize the importance of families, mutual care and connecting with other members. For those looking for marital guidance, the group also teaches struggling couples relaxation techniques through a series of workshops.

66 Begonia Rd., Yau Yat Chuen, Kowloon Tong, 3443-1601, ywca.org.hk

SPOT Centre Hong Kong Helmed by a professional and experienced team of therapists, SPOT offers support to preschool and school-aged children, adolescents and their families. The team at SPOT believes that every child is unique and has special talents. Counseling services are versatile, and include speech therapy, physiotherapy and occupational therapy.

Various locations including 19/F, 50 Stanley St., Central, 2544-5835, spot.com.hk

Caritas Addicted Gamblers Counseling Centre Run by a group of professional counselors and registered social workers, Caritas Addicted Gamblers Counseling Centre takes a familyoriented approach to intervention. Caritas also helps gamblers rebuild their relationships, with multi-faceted counseling approaches led by certified therapists.

Room 1708-9, 17/F, Chinachem Tsuen Wan Plaza, 455-457 Castle Peak Rd., Tsuen Wan, 2499-7828, gamblercaritas.org.hk

The Family Planning Association of Hong Kong

Nutritionists Adventist Health An arm of the Hong Kong Adventist Hospital, this nutrition and dietetic service is all about providing personalized support for specific concerns related to eating and nutrition.

Though the company has a long list of services, a few of the most sought-after ones include nutritional assessments, preventive nutrition support and therapeutic diets counseling.

7/F, Hong Kong Adventist Hospital, 40 Stubbs Rd., Happy Valley, 3651-8742, hkah.org.hk

Holistic Nutrition Consultants Founded back in 2000, Holistic Nutrition is a long-time provider of services that focus on the big picture: not just your physical health, but also your psychological wellbeing. It all starts with a consultation, where a dietitian or nutritionist will assess your health and eating habits. In addition to holistic services, the center also provides practical nutrition courses for mothers—both pre- and post-natal, as nutritional needs vary throughout the stages of pregnancy and motherhood.

Room 1102-3, Yu Sung Boon Building, 107-111 Des Voeux Rd. Central, 3105-8040, www.hnchk.com

MSL Nutritional Centre Founded in 1986, MSL Nutritional Centre is there to help anyone who wants to maintain a more balanced and healthy lifestyle. The company’s Weight Reduction Plan consists of

three elements, namely dietetic consultation, its own “Slim Delight” meal boxes, and services such as personal training, nutrition seminars and cooking classes.

Various locations, including Room 1605, China Insurance Group Building, 141 Des Voeux Rd. Central, 2526-0888, mslhk.com

Seventeen Nutrition Seventeen Nutrition consultants cater to clients looking to manage their weight, improve their diet or address the nutritional demands of a chronic illness. After an initial consultation, a registered dietitian will suggest an eating and exercise program tailored to your body type that will help you meet your health and fitness needs. The company also home visit and online counseling services.

2345-8807, my17.com

Tetra Nutritional Consultation Center If you’re looking to slim down and boost your energy levels, you can follow one of Tetra’s individually designed diets to improve your health and eating habits. Tetra’s registered dietitians hold full status internationally recognized qualifications. No kitchen skills?

The company will teach you how to prepare healthy meals through cooking demonstrations and nutrition classes.

Various locations including Room 1802, 22 Yee Wo St., Causeway Bay, 2808-1989, dietitian.com.hk

FPAHK is a non-profit organization that provides education and counseling services to families, women and young people in the community. The scope of its work covers everything from sexual and reproduction services like family planning to sex coaching, dietetic services, and much more.

10/F, Southorn Centre, 130 Hennessy Rd., Wan Chai, 2575-4477, famplan.org.hk

Laurene Man Counselling Service Laurene Man has more than 30 years’ experience as a family therapist and psychologist. Not only does the company help train staff in schools and familyoriented organizations, but it also offers all kinds of counseling—marriage, parenting, psychological, family and more.

Room 204, Yu To Sang Building, 37 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2868-3066, lmcounseling.com.hk

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Albert Place Practice This clinic was first opened in London in the late 1980s by Clair Beardson. For the past 30 years, it has provided high-quality acupuncture treatments to help with both chronic illnesses and more common health complaints. The clinic also holds regular health workshops and provides food allergy tests.

Shop 1103, Luk Yu Building, 24-26 Stanley St., Central, 2234-9932, appractice.com

Bauhinia Chinese Medical Clinic Bauhinia Chinese Medical Clinic is a modern clinic offering a range of therapies that include body slimming, acupuncture and bone setting.

The company offers treatments to ease bodily pains and lessen fatigue, as well as providing acupuncture treatments for those battling illnesses such as obesity.

4/F, Cammer Commercial Building, 30-32 Cameron Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2316-7615

Harmonic Health Pharmaceutical Harmonic Health has a solid reputation thanks to its medical treatments and stock of 100 percent natural health supplements.

The company uses acupuncture to achieve its results, and claims that when done properly, acupuncture can clear away melanin to enhance the skin’s beauty and slim the body by quickening the metabolism.

Various locations, including G/F, 452 Lockhart Rd., Causeway Bay, 2877-9541, hhp.com.hk

Health-Wise Chinese Medicine Consultancy Health-Wise is one of the leading Chinese medical clinics in Hong Kong. The therapies include acupuncture, moxibustion, herbal therapies, cupping and Gua Sha, offered by the clinic’s three experienced registered Chinese medicine practitioners.

Suite 602-603, Prosperous Building, 48-52 Des Voux Rd. Central, 2526-7908, chinesemed.hk

Nethersole Chinese Medicine Services Centre At Nethersole Chinese Medicine Services Centre you’ll find a tui/na massage outreach diet regimen, acupuncture and specialist services. It’s particularly good for the elderly, as they get 20 percent discounts on all the services.

But it’s not just for the older generations: the center holds regular seminars that are appropriate for all ages.

Various locations including G/F, Block J, Alice Ho Miu Ling Nethersole Hospital, 11 Chuen On Rd., Tai Po, 2663-0004, ucn.org.hk

Support Groups Alcoholics Anonymous One of the world’s most recognized and effective addiction programs, Alcoholics Anonymous has been helping those suffering from substance abuse across the globe since 1935. The aim is to help alcoholics through group meetings, peer support and guidance from mentors in a 12-step program. There are more than 40 meetings a week in Hong Kong and there is also a 24-hour helpline (9073-6922) for emergencies.

Various locations including St. Joseph’s Church, 37 Garden Rd., Central, 9073-6922, aa-hk.org

KELY Support Group This non-governmental Hong Kong organization was set up to help young people with a wide range of concerns, including alcohol, drugs and emotional issues. It offers a positive service for young people to help themselves through their problems. It also provides peer support through contact with other young people at weekly support groups and outreach programs.

Narcotics Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous functions in much the same way as Alcoholics Anonymous, using peer support as a primary motivator. The group conducts regular meetings on Thursdays and Sundays in various locations.

Various locations including Papillon Cafe, Shop 1701-1705, 17/F, Hopewell Centre, 183 Queen’s Rd. East, Wan Chai, 9421-5395, hk-na.org

Resource Counselling A registered charitable organization, Resource Counselling offers multi-lingual professional counselling service for all ages.

You can discuss a wide range of issues with the company’s counsellors, including work, relationships, sexuality and parenting. The counselling sessions usually last an hour, but can be longer as needed.

23/F, Li Dong Building, 9 Li Yuen St. East, Central, 2523-8979, resourcecounselling.org

The Nesbitt Centre The Nesbitt Centre provides an Englishspeaking educational program for adults with learning disabilities. There are six educational modules, including life skills, independent living, vocational education, structured workplace learning, recreation and leisure.

LG/F, Sai Ying Pun Community Complex, 2 High St., Sai Ying Pun, 2813-4550, nesbittcentre.org.hk

2/F, East Wing, 12 Borrett Rd., Mid-Levels, 2521-6890, kely.org

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With more and more ways to work out and stay fit, we sent our office gym rat Stephanie Tsui to check out the city’s newest gyms and training regimens.

Ursus Fitness Offering classes in powerlifting, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), Muay Thai and boxing, Ursus Fitness is also one of the few places in Hong Kong where you can train like a strongman. Members are highly encouraged to take part in group classes under the guidance of experienced coaches.

THE STRONGMAN EXPERIENCE Our three instructors started us off with an introduction to conventional deadlifts, which was a good refresher. They helped us fine-tune our setups by evaluating the height of our hips and the way we were gripping our barbells before giving us the green light to deadlift. We broke off into groups of three or four, and the session quickly progressed into an intensive 40-minute circuit of strongman-based compound movements, including lifting Atlas Stones (spherical concrete stones), keg presses, and other activities. Our instructors wasted no time pushing our limits: When we tried to take some weight off of the Conan’s wheel (a long bar with a weight placed on it, lifted by the forearms), instructor Gary made

us put it back down at once. Some experience with strength training would definitely help for a class like this, but the instructors were always around to make sure we were performing each move with proper form. We were glad to be able to test the functionality of our strength during the class, as regular strength training tends to be a lot less varied in movement.

THE VERDICT

Not for the faint of heart.

Classes from $250. Unit 2-4, 64-68 Pok Fu Lam Rd., Sai Ying Pun, 2803-2774, ursusfitness.com

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Pure Fitness The Pure Fitness ICBC Tower branch is one of the latest additions to the Pure Group. Featuring world-class facilities such as Asia’s first group RealRyder® indoor cycling studio, a spacious studio to accommodate TRX® Rip Trainer Circuit Training, plenty of floor space for gymnastics and weightlifting, and even a swimming pool, this center covers pretty much all of your fitness needs.

THE RIP CIRCUIT EXPERIENCE Christ, our instructor, kicked off the 45-minute class with some warm-ups before assigning us to different stations: The Rip Trainer, weight plates, and the Power Plate. We started our circuit with the highlight of the class, the Rip Trainer, which is basically a thin rod attached to a resistance cord that’s anchored to a fixed point. The resistance cord forced us to engage our core to make manoeuvring the rod easier. Next, the Power Plate, which turned out to be a lot easier and sweatier than it looked. Whenever we were uncomfortable doing a complicated exercise, like the around-the-worldshoulder-exercise-plus-hip-circle combo, Christ was very understanding and did not push me. The Rip Circuit left us thoroughly drained and drenched—hallelujah!

THE VERDICT

Probably the quickest (but definitely not the easiest) way to make a sweat puddle.

3/F ICBC Tower, Citibank Plaza, 3 Garden Rd., Central, 8105-5588, pure-fitness.com

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Studio Fitness Easily mistaken for a nightclub with its booming club anthems and neon lights, Studio Fitness has the basics you need for weight training, cardio and boxing. The gym is where “working out” and “fun” go perfectly together, with its range of targeted group classes and personal training sessions, which are conducted in its newly-renovated space.

THE GET RIPPED EXPERIENCE They said it was going to be easy. It wasn’t. We signed up for an arms and legs circuit which involved many familiar moves—barbell squats, Romanian deadlifts, dumbbell lunges, bicep curls, preacher curls and skullcrushers—but nothing prepared us for the sheer number of reps we had to do. It was an intimate space, yet there were plenty of power racks to go around (and even more in their newly renovated space upstairs). Our instructor, Acton, was a gentle

giant who went around making sure everyone had good form. We started with squats and lunges before moving on to deadlifts. Maybe it was just us, but the dim lighting made it difficult to see the grips on the barbell so our deadlifts were at times lopsided. But it was also the dim lighting and the blasting EDM that got our adrenaline pumping. Still, we were so tired during the third round out of four, we had to ditch the dumbbells for bodyweight lunges. After our leg circuit we moved on to the arms, which offered some respite, although

THE VERDICT

the skullcrushers were rather taxing. Finishing off the workout with bench dips didn’t help, either. What an unexpectedly feisty marriage of cardio and weight training.

The workout to try if step aerobics doesn’t cut it anymore—but not if you’ve got a vitamin A deficiency.

Classes from $350. 1/F, Worldwide Commercial Bldg., 34 Wyndham St., Central, 9450-5600, studiofitness.com.hk

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Odinson A boutique fitness studio that addresses both your yin and yang needs by combining yoga and personal training under one roof. The open and minimalistic design, paired with colorful murals and graffiti, is tranquil as it is energizing, echoing the studio’s mission to help clients achieve optimal health through conditioning their bodies and minds.

THE FLYOGA EXPERIENCE We were a fish out of water for this one. We thought we were clever for picking a relaxing yoga class (our first) to round out our mini list of gym trials, but little did we know we’d be spending so much time hanging upside down during the 1.5-hour session. Flyoga isn’t just about being bendy: You need a lot of technique, some strength and plenty of faith to make sure your body is comfortably supported and NOT. GOING. TO. FALL. Our very patient instructor Joy took us through some basics of the practice, which combines yoga, aerial arts and dance, after a series of stretching, breathing and chanting. We surprised ourselves when we managed to do back bends and inverted poses just by following her directions, although we were concentrating and sweating so hard we were far from being Zen. Our favorite pose was the corpse pose, which was just us lying in hanging “cocoons” in the dark, incensed room. We certainly slept like a corpse that night.

THE VERDICT

You’ll learn to love it.

Classes from $500. 11-12/F, The Pemberton, 22-26 Bonham Strand, Central, 3955-2206, odinson.asia

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FOR FITNESS FEMMES

Sports bra, $428 from Regina Miracle

Compression legging capris, $580 from Zarie

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Pre- and post-natal full length compression tights, $1,250 from 2XU

R Crossfit Nano 6.0 trainer, $899 from Reebok

2XU

REGINA MIRACLE

2xu.com.hk

Shop 210, 2/F, Man Yee Arcade, Man Yee Building, 68 Des Voeux Rd. Central, 2763-5138

ADIDAS Shop 4102, 4/F, Gateway Arcade, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2983-8381

RUMIX

MISS RUNNER

Rumixfeelgood.com

Unit 228, Inno Centre, 72 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, missrunner.com

REEBOK Shop OT271, 2/F, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2736-7010

NIKE (Kicks Lounge) Shop 3237, 3/F, Gateway Arcade, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, 3580-2783

ZALORA Zalora.com.hk

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Sports bra, $395 from Miss Runner

Print tee, $119 from Cotton On @ Zalora

RCF training tee, $329 from Reebok

Kaleidoscope print leggings, $569 from Ivy Park @ Zalora

Free TR Focus Flyknit training shoe, $999 from Nike

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FOR FELLAS Combat t-shirt, $259 from Reebok @ Epic MMA

Sports shorts, $229 from Zalora

R Crossfit Nano 6.0 trainer, $899 from Reebok

MMA shorts, $329 from Reebok @ Epic MMA

Nike Air Pegasus 92 running shoe, $699 from Nike

EPIC MMA

ZALORA

1/F, China Building, 29 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2525-2833, store.epicmma.com

Zalora.com.hk

NIKE

Shop OT271, 2/F, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, 2736-7010

(Kicks Lounge) Shop 3237, 3/F, Gateway Arcade, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui, 3580-2783

REEBOK

RCF compression tight, $499 from Reebok

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FITNESS SPONSORED

Top Of The List TOPFIT TOPFIT is a one-of-a-kind premium fitness space located in Central.

We take tremendous pride to be known as one of the toughest and most devoted gym in Hong Kong with the top trainers in the city. Our elite trainers are passionate about fitness and nutrition; demonstrating their top tier knowledge in their respective disciplines (strength and conditioning, bodybuilding, HIIT, functional training, sports performance, etc.). Our trainers are active and constantly training and putting in the work for their competitions, races, events and performances. We focus on providing our clients with custom body transformation programs with a key goal to educate. The aim is to help our clients achieve their goals through a flexible, realistic and sustainable approach to cater to all types of lifestyles. Are you ready? AIM HIGH. LIVE FIT. For more information & membership details - Please visit us at top-fit.com and Instagram @topfit 3/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington St., Sheung Wan

VERSUS PERFORMANCE Well-known within the professional circle as one of the best MMA gyms in Hong Kong, Versus is a hidden gem for more than just martial arts. Their latest class offerings include HIIT circuit training and KickFit, designed for those who want to get fighting fit without getting into the ring!

They offer quality classes in a friendly and supportive atmosphere, and best of all, absolutely no pressure-selling or contracts. Call or email them for your free trial and you will never look back.

5/F, Workington Tower, 78 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan, 2851-1929, versushk.com, hello@versushk.com

BOUNCE Do you know 10 minutes bouncing on a trampoline is a better cardiovascular workout than 33 minutes of running? If you are looking for a new way to shed the festive spread, BOUNCE is where to help you stay healthy and trim yourself outside traditional fitness avenues.

Located in EMAX, Kowloon Bay, BOUNCE has more than 80 interconnected trampolines for free jumping, along with slam dunk, big bag, dodgeball and performance areas. There really is the world of jumping and you will have a chance to launch yourself through the air. It’s never too old or too young to have an awesome time. Join The Free-Jumping Revolution today.

G/F, EMAX, KITEC, No 1 Trademart Drive, Kowloon Bay (2 hours free parking), bounceinc.com.hk

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SPONSORED FITNESS

POLAR A360 - ACCURATE SIMPLICITY Polar A360 features industry-leading heart rate measurement-based training guidance, in addition to 24/7 activity tracking, and all this information is displayed on a high-resolution color touchscreen. The A360 is waterproof and tracks daily activity, steps, calories, workouts, and sleep.

Designed to encompass a 360-degree lifestyle and encourage activity, Polar A360 vibrates to inform users of incoming calls, messages, calendar alerts, and social media notifications, and also to provide gentle reminders when they have been sitting still for too long. The Polar A360 is not only stylish, but also comfortable with small, medium, and large sizes available for the perfect fit. Users can match their personal style with interchangeable and vibrantly colored, soft silicone wristbands.

Fully charged, the Polar A360 will track for two weeks with 24/7 activity tracking, including one hour of training per day.

2119-5500, polar.com

REEBOK Reebok is opening a FitHub store in Central on August 1 to inspire people to move, train, get fit and have fun doing it. This is a store where people can find professional and innovative fitness and training products. The ground floor of Central FitHub is filled with fitness products for fitness enthusiasts to find the right gear for their workout, whether that’s yoga, dance, running, training or CrossFit. The second floor will lead you to a chilling and lifestyle area where people can find Reebok Classic and signature sneakers for their daily mix and match. There is also a #GymIsEverywhere campaign to remind people that you don’t always have to be inside a gym to get a good workout because gym is everywhere! Go checkout the Reebok #GymIsEverywhere Checkin Point in the Central neighborhood and workout!

15B Wellington St., Central, facebook.com/TeamReebokHK

UTIME FITNESS With no-contract membership, 24-hour all studio access and paying less than $20 per day for a monthly membership (Less than your daily coffee!): Need we say more? utime Fitness Studios now has three great locations at Kennedy Town, Sai Ying Pun & Happy Valley and with more locations in the pipeline offering state-of-the-art Strength, Cardio and Functional Training equipment, utime Fitness Studios really are all about Health & Wellness. With a no-contract 24-hour access membership, you will have no excuses not to keep that body in tip-top condition and smash all your fitness goals. utime Fitness Studios also offers Personal Training at request only, so you will not be pestered by sales staff trying to sell you their lack of knowledge!

Contact us at info@utimefitness.com or 3956-5266 for more information.

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GYMS Bounce Wanna exercise by simply jumping around?

Check out Bounce in Kowloon Bay. They have more than 80 interconnected trampolines where you can try aerial acrobatics as a low-impact workout that tones muscles and improves coordination. Anyone can do it, from young children to their parents and even grandparents, making it perfect for a family workout session.

G/F, Emax, KITEC, 1 Trademart Drive, Kowloon Bay, 2556-9555, bounceinc.com.hk

Fitness First Fitness First offers more than 300 group exercise classes a week across its nine city locations. For a fitness class that incorporates dance, try out the dance and aerobic fusion classes, using hip hop, funk and Latin music together with the latest chart-topping hits.

Looking to break more of a sweat? FF also provides a large range of spinning classes. Call to register for a three-day trial.

Various locations including 3/F, Nan Fung Tower, 88 Connaught Rd. Central, 3106-3168, fitnessfirst.com.hk

Pherform Established by Alexander de Fina, fitness guru behind Bikini Fit, Pherform in Central is Hong Kong’s first women-only gym, making your girls’ night (work)out a lot easier. Think it’s gonna be all pink and girly at Pherform?

Think again: The modern-industrial style gym aims to empower women, and you can find some of the most diverse range of equipment here. Class packages are a “pay-as-you-go” system going from $200 per class, where the credits are used only for the classes you enjoy.

Unlimited memberships are also available.

2/F, Man Cheung Building, 15-17 Wyndham St., Central, 2798-8824, pherform.com

South China Athletic Association Forget membership waiting lists; the SCAA offers on-the-spot memberships for just $120 per year, or $60 per year for under 18. Note that additional (albeit minimal) fees exist for

its many facilities, such as bowling, billiards and table tennis. It also has an indoor pool, fitness center, karate dojo, dance rooms and outdoor facilities, such as a grass pitch and tennis courts.

88 Caroline Hill Rd., Causeway Bay, 2577-5806, scaa.org.hk

Topfit Topfit is a premier fitness space offering an elite, curated workout experience that promises results, support, camaraderie, community and fun. They offer a wide range of different classes from yoga, high intensity interval training, to specialized exercises in strength and muscle building. Membership is $1,000 per month for gym access, while session packages are available for personal training and group classes.

3/F, The Wellington, 198 Wellington St., Sheung Wan, 2776-7298, top-fit.com

utime Fitness Studios utime offers a neighborhood gym experience that fits your unique lifestyle with a stress-free

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Yoga Studios Ananda Yoga This warm and friendly studio offers plenty of classes for students with differing needs.

There’s yoga for those with stiff backs and tight hamstrings, meditation, deep stretching, hatha yoga, power yoga, wall yoga, detox yoga and yoga with rope and fabric.

33-34/F, 69 Jervois St., Sheung Wan, 3563-9371, anandayoga.hk utime Fitness Studios

studio to work out in peace. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week year-round, utime features state-of-the-art equipment, top-notch security and fantastic value for money with zero-commitment memberships that require no contracts, ever. Various locations including 2-3/F, 120 Connaught Rd. West, Sai Ying Pun, 3956-8203, utimefitness.hk

XYZ Fitness XYZ calls itself “the future of the private health club” and reinvents exercise as a way of life

for people living in hectic Hong Kong. How do they do it? By combining intense, sweaty spin classes with a sleek and spacious setting, mood lighting and upbeat club and pop hits to cruise you through your workout. Special shoes are used for each ride and you can opt to buy a special gel bike saddle if you want some extra cushioning.

Various locations including 2/F New World Tower II, 18 Queens Rd. Central, 2865-0999, youarexyz.com

Life Management Yoga Centre If you want to go back to basics, check out this great non-profit yoga studio. The Life Management Yoga Centre offers a decent range of classes, from beginner to advanced, as well as classes for children or older women.

There are also private classes for those with specific health concerns, such as neck or back pain.

Room 1101, Kimberly House, 35 Kimberly Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 2191-9651, yoga.org.hk

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Epic MMA The training place du jour for all things mixed martial arts (MMA), Epic MMA has six locations around Hong Kong, including their newest Epic Performance Centre near Lan Kwai Fong. It handpicks the best-of-the-best instructors and provides a wide selection of intense training programs, including Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Capoeira, CrossFit, Muay Thai, and even aerial yoga. Want your kids to kick butt too? Epic also offers up a “Little Ninjas” program catered to children aged 5-13.

Various locations including 1/F, Aon China Building, 29 Queen’s Rd. Central, 2525-2833, epicmma.com Flex Studio

Flex Studio

Yoga Bam Bam

Flex Studio provides perhaps Hong Kong’s most comprehensive range of pilates, yoga and barre classes. To get the family involved, they even have a FlexKids program, which are afterschool fitness classes for children including dance, martial arts, yoga and pilates. They keep their classes small for more personalized attention. Flex also offers a Flying Pilates classes, an aerial workout performed in a suspended hammock.

A cool and hidden yoga studio in Sheung Wan and Noho, Yoga Bam Bam is an equitable yet chic studio. Different styles offered include flow yoga, Flyoga and integral yoga. Small class sizes ensure individual attention from the teacher and a personalized and caring service.

Various locations including 3/F Man Cheung Building, 15-17 Wyndham St., Central, 2813-2399, flexhk.com

Iyengar Yoga Centre

Various locations including 28 Pound Lane, Sheung Wan, 5511-8141, yogabambam.com

Yoga Central This boutique studio focuses on teaching Iyengar yoga in small, intimate classes. No membership is required, but there are lots of flexible packages available so you’re sure to find something to suit your schedule.

Focusing on a form of yoga developed by BKS Iyengar, the aptly named Iyengar Yoga Centre offers four different levels of Iyengar classes. The yoga practice helps with postural alignment, body awareness and working within your limits.

Shop 2C, Welley Building, 97 Wellington St., Central, 2982-4308, yogacentral.com

19/F, The Pemberton, 22-26 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan, 2541-0401, iyengaryogahongkong.com

Standing for definition, endurance and fitness, DEF Boxing has trained several professional boxers and is equipped with a state-ofthe-art 20 by 20-feet boxing ring, a variety of punching bags, free weights and cable machines, you’re sure to find something that’ll help you with your fitness goals—be it conditioning, weight loss, body building, stress relief, strength training or just plain old boxing technique. Expert and qualified trainers design tailor-made workouts to fit every individual’s needs whether you plan on getting in the ring or not. Better yet, the studio doesn’t charge for membership and it’s commitment-free.

Pure Yoga Pure Yoga, one of the largest and leading yoga brands in Asia, has a total of eight branches in Hong Kong to serve the city’s yogi population. Still can’t make it to one of their many locations? They have recently launched MyPureYoga, a complimentary online yoga video platform, offering a diverse range of classes and an asana library featuring many of their celebrated instructors for you to practise in the comfort of your home.

Various locations including 2/F, Asia Standard Tower, 59-65 Queen’s Rd. Central, 8178-0000, mypureyoga.com

Martial Arts

Krav Maga Hong Kong Founded in 2008 by Yugoslavia-born martial artist Zorica King, Krav Maga Hong Kong focuses on this Israeli style of fighting discipline. It’s about real-world, cut-throat self-defense tactics—anything goes when it’s life or death—that employ strength, endurance, speed and agility.

9525-4756, kravmagahk.com

Personal Trainers 360 Fitness 360 Fitness offers physiotherapy as well as personal training in a fully equipped gym.

There are no more than three pairs of clients and trainers at any given time to ensure privacy and personal space.

5/F, Wing Yee Commercial Building, 5 Wing Kut St., Central, 3488-8248, 360fitness.com.hk

DEF Boxing

B/F, 125 Connaught Rd. Central, Sheung Wan, 2840-0162, def.com.hk Epic MMA

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Bikini Fit Sign up for one of the most intense yet effective fitness bootcamps in Hong Kong.

This 12-week training program is a women’s only health and fitness community, and you’ll be trained up in various locations in Hong Kong, including Hong Kong Park and Victoria Park. Whether you’re a zero or a ten in the fitness realm, Bikini Fit is designed for everyone—regardless of fitness level or age.

Although waking up at 7am in the morning five days a week in order to be shouted at by a big Australian guy to run faster uphill with 30 other girls might sound a little torturous, you know the results will be worth it.

SHINE Body & Soul Healing Centre

REIKI

Pathway to Enlightenment

2799-9603, bikinifit.com.hk

Fiji Fitness Head coach and creator of Fiji Fitness, Joe Nabou, plays for the Fijian Rugby Team in his spare time so there’s no slacking with these guys. Fiji Fitness runs outdoor personal training programs that are varied, flexible and enjoyable whether you want to get trimmer or have a specific fitness goal in mind. Although one-on-one sessions are available, clients are encouraged to share workouts with a small group of friends. Pick any time from 5:30am10pm, any day of the week, and a location that suits and get fit the fun way. Cardio, body conditioning, circuit training, TRX suspension, yoga and Pilates are all offered as is advice from a sports nutritionist.

Tel:9831 6058 http://www.shinebodysoul.com

$8,000 per 10 sessions, up to four people per session. Free trials available. 5960-0525, fijifitness.com.hk

Peak Fitness Peak Fitness was established by Chris Marshall in response to Hong Kong’s demands for tailor-made fitness and sports-specific programs. A bronze medal winner at the 2001 East Asian Games in Osaka, Chris also holds a degree in sports science and is a certified personal trainer, strength and conditioning specialist. He can devise a triathlon training schedule, enabling you to push your body to its limit while maintaining correct posture throughout. With a wellplanned workout and professional advice, Chris can also get anyone recovering from an injury back on the road to fitness. He trains out of Optimum Performance Studio as well as outdoor locations in Pok Fu Lam and Happy Valley; other locations can be arranged. peakfitnesshk.com

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INDEX

2XU

40

Fitness First

52

Luxe Nail & Beauty

360 Fitness

48

Flawless

18

M

A

Flex Studio

48

Adidas

40

Foodcraft

32

Adventist Health

34

G

Albert Place Practice

35

Gao’s Foot Massage

Alchemy Boutique Hair Salon

19

Alcoholics Anonymous

35

Alpha Nature Wholesome Living

32

Ambassador Barber Parlour

22

Ananda Yoga

47

B Bauhinia Chinese Medical Clinic 35

18

Ten Feet Tall

19

Miss Runner

40

19

MSL Nutritional Centre

34

Tetra Nutritional Consultation Center

34

Genie Juicery

31

N

Gentlemen’s Tonic

22

The Family Planning Association of Hong Kong

34

Green Common

33

The Mandarin Barber

22

Green Envee

17

The Natural Tea Company

33

The Nesbitt Centre

35

Narcotics Anonymous

35

Nethersole Chinese Medicine Services Centre

35

H

Nike

40

Hair Corner

20

Novalash

16

Halite

19

O

24

Health Touch

Big Bucket Footbath & Reflexology

19

Health-Wise Chinese Medicine Consultancy 35

Bikini Fit

49

Holistic Nutrition Consultants

Blossom Nail

22

Homegrown Foods

Odinson 35 19

25

Welfare Society

BruneBlonde

20

Hong Kong Young Women’s Christian Association

39

P Peak Fitness

49

Pherform

46

34

Polar

45

33

Polaris Wellness

Hong Kong Family

Browhaus

33 33

8, 16

18

COMO Shambhala Estate

12

16

DEF Boxing

48

E Epic MMA Evergreens Republic

42, 48 32

F

J

4

The Strand

22

The Temple House Chengdu

13

Toni & Guy

22

Ursus Fitness

36

Quan Spa

Chuan Spa

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong

31

30

48

17

Univa Group

Integrated Medicine Institute

Iyengar Yoga Centre

The Smile Bar

48

Quality Chinese Medical Centre 30

24

14

Pure Yoga

33

Cerynne

The Siam

U

iHerb.com

18

13

19

22

Caudalie Spa

The Reverie Saigon

Pure Massage

Canary Nail

18

14

37

Q

Iyara Natural and Organic Spa

The Residence Maldives

Pure Fitness

I

41

6

20

30

Caritas Addicted Gamblers Counseling Centre

The Oriental Spa

Private-I Salon

Cambridge Weight Plan

Daz Hair

38

Mira Spa

Benefit Browbar

D

Studio Fitness

T

32

C

34

18

Beauty and Juice

44, 46

SPOT Centre Hong Kong

Melo Spa

Harmonic Health Pharmaceutical

Bounce

22

5

utime Fitness Studios

40, 45

Regina Miracle

40

44, 46

45, 46

V Versus Performance

R Reebok

Topfit

44

X Xtreme Lashes

24

XYZ Fitness

47

Jean Louis David

20

Resource Counselling

35

Just Green

33

REVIV Wellness

10

Y

RumiX

40

Yoga Bam Bam

48

Yoga Central

48

K KELY Support Group

35

S

Kim Robinson

20

Sense of Touch

Krav Maga Hong Kong

48

Seventeen Nutrition

34

Zalora

40

L

SoHolistic

31

Zarie

40

Laurene Man Counselling Service

Song Saa Private Island

13

34

46

Farm Direct

32

Life Management Yoga Centre

47

South China Athletic Association

Fiji Fitness

49

Little Giant

33

Spa Beauté Par Zai

7

Z

10, 17

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