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Alexandra Wenman shares a ritual
from Holistic Therapist Magazine - Issue 37
by Holistic Therapist Magazine & The Holistic Health Magazine
OOOHHH! THAT’S NEW!
Our pick of the latest health and wellbeing products that might be of interest to you and your clients…
Beurer Heat Pad
Beurer are known for their innovative health and wellbeing devices, so it’s no surprise that this heat pad combines comfort and functionality in one cosy package. Shaped like an oversized hot water bottle, the surface is snuggly. It heats quickly, with a choice of three settings, and has an automatic switch off after 90 minutes. The switch is removable and the pad can be laundered at 30oC in the washing machine. Ideal for period pains or aching muscles or just keeping warm.
They also offer heated neck and shoulder devices that would provide a relaxing add on to a therapy session. Find the range and stockists at www.beurer. com/web/gb/index.php
Réduit Spa Device and Skinpods
Technology for health and wellbeing is always of interest to us, so Réduit’s new Spa Device proved an intriguing approach to skincare. The hand-held unit is ergonomically designed for comfort and there are a wide range of concentrated ingredients for specific skin concerns, delivered as a fine mist. Each comes in a little pod, cutting the need for bulky filler ingredients and excess packaging. Each pod takes just 15 seconds to apply and you can create custom facials for clients using a combination of pods. Once opened, a pod lasts for 12 months, so it’s a low wastage system. It would lend itself to both the practice room and personal use.
There are five different Skinpods™- Hydro Boost, Pearl Diffusion, Ageless Mist, Clean Vapor and Precision Shield. The Réduit Spa Device and Skinpods are available from www.Reduit.com and www.LookFantastic.com.
ESTA Aroma Diffuser
It can be surprisingly difficult to find a diffuser that looks good without being obtrusive or totally made of plastic. The ESTA Aroma Diffuser from Neal’s Yard Remedies ticked all the boxes for us. The bamboo cylindrical design is discrete, it’s simple to clean so you can change scent easily and it even comes with a light. It’d be great for the practice room, to create a calm or an invigorating aroma, or for showcasing your own aromatherapy blends. It’s also a good choice for personal or home use as the unit is quite stable and would look good in most modern interiors and wouldn’t take up too much room by the bedside if you could use some help getting a good night’s sleep or want to start your day with an uplifting fragrance. £57.50 from www.Nealsyardremedies.com
No1 Illume Glove
This is excellent if you have dry or dull skin that needs a bit of a blitz. It’s handmade in Turkey using traditional methods and is made of woven silk viscose. Similar gloves have been used for centuries in Turkish hammans to exfoliate dead skin cells and gently stimulate the skin’s surface. It’s also said to improve blood flow, prevent ingrown hairs and keratosis pilaris as well as improving the appearance of cellulite and scars. You can also use it to remove fake tan build up. Better yet, it’s reusable and can be popped in the washing machine. £15.99 from www.no1illume.com.