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his month, Philosophia Botanica’s revolutionary Meridian Flow Golden Facial and exclusive skincare range make their debut at the UK’s first Heavenly™ Spa by Westin, set in the newly opened The Westin London City. For the very first time, guests are able to enjoy this luxurious facial treatment in the UK, in the tranquillity of London’s new city centre sanctuary. Jenny Jones, Spa Director at the Heavenly™ Spa by Westin, says “we’re excited to be partnering with Philosophia Botanica and are proud to offer our guests something they can’t get anywhere else in the UK. The Meridian Flow Golden Facial elevates the luxury facial to the next level with truly astounding results”. Created by Chinese Medicine practitioner Francesca Canzano-Franklin, the treatment is inspired by a fusion of African botanicals and Eastern traditional techniques. The Meridian Flow Golden Facial plumps the skin, promotes vitality, defines, sculpts and lifts at a cellular level. During the facial, a fusion of adaptogenic botanical oils is used in conjunction with a gauss micro-stimulator, magnetic pen and a copper gua sha sculpting spoon to gently stimulate the skin and its sub-dermal layers.
Fitness & Beauty Update Gold coated micro-magnetic pearls are then carefully applied to the meridians and acupuncture points of the face, to stimulate tissue activity, increase microcirculation and oxygenation, reduce the depth of wrinkles and plump the skin. This blissful and one-of-a-kind fusion encourages the natural production of elastin and collagen to maintain healthy skin and stimulate the flow of blood, lymph and qi to the face, head and neck. Not only an incredible treatment from an aesthetic perspective, the expertly crafted holistic facial also incorporates facial mapping based on Chinese medicine, meridian balancing, magnetic energy matching, acupressure stimulation and a bespoke facial massage ritual created by Philosophia Botanica’s founder. Francesca Canzano-Franklin started Philosophia Botanica in Cape Town. She says, “I was inspired by the indigenous flora of the Cape, the wilderness of the African plants and botanical oils, the magnificent nature surrounding the Atlantic Ocean, as well as eastern traditional techniques and Chinese medicine. I wanted to create something in the holistic space that is truly unique and thus the Philosophia Botanica and Meridian Flow Golden Facial were born”. All ingredients used across the range are
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100% natural and free from parabens, artificial colours, mineral oils, silicone, and any animal raw materials. This innovative facial treatment isn’t just about beauty and wellbeing - there is ancient wisdom and true meaning behind the brand. Philosophia Botanica is made from a variety of ecological sources around Africa. Each source promotes traditional plant-based knowledge and represents an inspiring story of organic agriculture, sustainability, and the preservation of botanical culture. Philosophia Botanica strongly believes in supporting sustainable agriculture, particularly within Africa, to promote local economic development for generations to come. The Heavenly™ Spa by Westin is open daily from 9am – 9pm. The Philosophia Botanica Meridian Flow Golden Facial is priced from £170 for a 90 minute treatment.
To book and for further information, visit: www.heavenlyspalondon.com
PHILOSOPHIA BOTANICA’S MERIDIAN FLOW GOLDEN FACIAL AND LUXURY SKINCARE RANGE MAKE UK DEBUT AT THE HEAVENLY™ SPA BY WESTIN
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