HEALTH & WELLNESS

NEWS FROM SOME OF BRISTOL’S BRILLIANT HEALTH & WELLNESS BUSINESSES

Abbott opens new health checks service at Cabot Circus

Health is the cornerstone of happiness and global healthcare company, Abbott, understands. That’s why this summer, Abbott has opened a new health checks service at Cabot Circus Shopping Centre. The team, who are available for walk-ins, are ready to screen you and your loved ones for diabetes (with results in three minutes) and cholesterol (with results in seven minutes). Non-invasive tests will screen you for current or potential issues with diabetes or high cholesterol. Anyone, any age and in any health condition is welcome.

Visit the Abbott health checks service today on the Glass Walk at Cabot Circus and take the next step towards a healthier you. Fee applies, testing does not substitute a medical examination.

• Scan the QR code for more information. The Abbott Health Checks Service can be found at: Unit K22, Cabot Circus Shopping Centre, Glass Walk, BS1 3BX; abbott.co.uk

Bristol trio win big at European Skincare Awards

Bristol-based cosmetics brands Lyonsleaf, Amphora Aromatics and Hairy Jayne have all recently been awarded gongs in the 12th annual Free From Skincare Awards.

Amphora Aromatics, who have a shop on Cotham Hill in Clifton, scooped a Silver award in the Men’s Grooming category for their Cedarwood & Black Seed Face Serum (pictured right, £12), while Lyonsleaf, whose offices are now in Wells, but grow the herbs that go into their balms on their farm in Compton Martin, also took Silver for their newly released Baby Balm (pictured left, £9.99) in the Family Skincare category. Both brands also won Bronze medals for other products in their ranges.

Totterdown-based Hairy Jayne, founded by former hairdresser Jayne Rutland, won two Silvers in the Hair Care category, for Herbal Shampoo Bar (pictured below, £9) and Natural Beauty Oil (pictured below, £18).

Bristol Dental Specialists host July open day

Located in a glorious Georgian, triple-fronted property on Berkeley Square in the heart of Clifton, Bristol Dental Specialists are on a mission to enhance their patients’ lives by providing comprehensive specialist dental care with an outstanding patient experience, delivered by a highly motivated and integrated team.

On 29 July, the practice is hosting an open day, offering free consultations for facial enhancement –which includes support in hydrating your skin and restoring volume –cosmetic dentistry and orthodontics. The free consultations will be taking place all day so book an appointment while you can.

• To book, call 0117 450 6666, or email info@bristoldentalspecialists.com. All appointments must be pre-booked

“There seems to be quite an active and very strong natural or handmade cosmetic scene in and around Somerset,” said Awards Director, Alex Gazzola, who has also recently located to Bristol. “Consumers, especially with skincare concerns, often look to alternatives to massmarket options when it comes to the products they use, and it’s not a surprise that a city with such a thriving independent shopping market excels in producing great natural balms, creams and other personal care products.”

• All winners and medallists can be seen at: freefromskincareawards.co.uk/winners-2023