We bring you a fabulous new beauty treatment, tried and tested, every week
20 February 2015
BIOEFFECT INFUSION FACIAL
An "aqua erasure machine" blasts chilly jets of exfoliating saline solution on to the face. Extraction is followed by a slathering of Bioeffect EGF Serum, a warming mask of hyaluronic acid and vitamins, then another of collagen. More serum and a massage are next. Hello smooth, hydrated skin. £150 for 90 minutes at The Sloane Club , London SW1 (020 7730 9131)
DETOX SPIRULINA WRAP
If healthy January didn't quite go to plan then this is just the thing. Dry skin is sloughed off with a body scrub before you are slathered head-to-toe in live spirulina algae. While this gets to work nourishing skin, a head massage melts away any remaining tension. £95 for one hour at The Spa at Coworth Park, Ascot, Berkshire
TRANS-SEASONAL EQUILIBRIUM FACIAL
Support your skin through the transition into winter with Antonia Burrell's soothing, holistic facial. Each treatment is bespoke, with immediate results. The skin is nourished, brightened and regenerated - while Burrell's famed massage techniques are the perfect antidote to party-season puffy eyes. £120 for one hour, at Urban Bliss
SUPERSKIN BOTANICAL LIFT FACIAL
This invigorating facial, devised by the skincare expert Abigail James, includes an intensive facial massage and hot and cold compresses. The combination of both brings a lightbulb brightness to the skin, and releases tensions in the face, neck and shoulders. £120 for 60 minutes at Liz Earle
SILICIUM SUPER FACIAL
This anti-ageing treatment by Thalgo is one for the tired- and sallow-skinned among us. A cleanse and exfoliation are followed by a "lifting" mask and massage. You might not look quite five years younger afterwards, as the company claims, but skin was definitely more hydrated and plumper. £175 for one hour at Chuan Spa London.
DETOXIFYING SUMMER RITUAL
This purifying treatment begins with a cleansing scrub (using Ushvani's delicious Kaffir Lime Cane Sugar Body Scrub), which is followed by a green- coffee-oil massage to drain toxins and ease water retention. Relaxing and effective, it's the perfect pre-holiday treat. £200 for 90 minutes, London SW3 Ushvani
REPAIR AND RESTORE RITUAL
A stroll in the grounds and a dip in the C-Side pool at Cowley Manor work wonders for the soul. As does this ritual. It starts with an all-over skin buff, followed by a toxin-clearing full-body massage. A moisturising facial using organic Green & Spring products leaves you rejuvenated from top to toe. £125 for 90 minutes at Cowley Manor , The Cotswolds.
MC110 No 1 FACIAL
Already big fans of the cult Parisian skincare brand Biologique Reserche, we knew this facial would be special. And it is. With ice-cold compresses and vigorous massaging, it doesn't sound relaxing but that's not the point: the re-plumped, radiant results are immediately visible - and last. £175 for one hour; at Zen Spa, London W11 Zen Spa London
ROLFING
Otherwise known as structural integration, rolfing - imagine a double-intensity massage - focuses on connective tissue around the muscles. One session can effect major structural change, especially when it's with the leading practitioner Jeffrey Bomes. He is usually Bali-based, but in London until 4 July. £150 for one hour; at the Metropolitan hotel Como Hotels
MYOTHERAPY
Relieve chronic back pain and muscle tension with myotherapy, an innovative form of deep pressure-point massage, combined with kinesiology, skilfully applied by the holistic therapist Michael Barthaud at SP & Co in Chelsea, London. £125 for one hour; SP and Co
SWEDISH MASSAGE
As well as being a personal trainer and nutritionist working in Surrey, Sophia Adams is a masseuse who uses Swedish massage combined with light-therapy technology to target fat cells. The result, over several sessions, is firmer skin and a more sculpted figure. From £60; Nutrifit
MEN'S DEEP-TISSUE MASSAGE
Next Sunday is Father's Day - time to show dad you understand the burdens he bears by booking him a massage at Nickel Spa, London WC2. Starting with the back, the masseur moves on to the legs, arms, neck and head. The final coup is an ear massage - momentarily alarming but ultimately pleasantly invigorating. £70 for 60 minutes; Nickel Spa London
REACTION DOUBLE-CHIN TREATMENT
Having your under-jaw area 'Hoovered' isn't the most enjoyable of experiences, but neither is spotting the beginnings of a double chin. This treatment, which also uses radio frequency, promises to give you the jawline of a teenage girl. A course of treatments is recommended, but there are visible changes after just one session. £180 for one hour Jules Nabet
SILENT NIGHT LAVENDER SLEEP TREATMENT
As if the loveliness of its new spa isn't enough, Dormy House hotel in the Cotswolds offers excellent treatments too. If you can't make up your mind, plump for the Silent Night Lavender Treatment, which offers everything from a full-body exfoliation and massage to a foot ritual with lavender infusion. £195 for two and a half hours Dormy House
EXPRESS BLOW-DRY
The stylists at the two RealHair blow-dry bars in London are super-quick and really brilliant at achieving a sleek, volume-filled version of your own hair (by which we mean no princess curls), and their up-dos are also very good. We want to make like Ms Wintour and book in a blow-dry every morning. £25 for half an hour Real Hair
THALGO ULTIMATE TIME SOLUTION
This is a real treat for tired complexions. Intensive massage helps to lift and shape the skin, while a mask blasts the face with hydrating marine extracts and hyaluronic acid. The result: better tone, especially around the jawline and cheekbones, and a dewy glow that lasts for weeks. £85 for 90 minutes at Chuan Spa, The Langham, London W1 Chuan Spa
COMFORT ZONE ACTIVE PURENESS REGENERATING FACIAL
Using the simple yet effective Comfort Zone range, this facial is excellent for congested complexions. It deep-cleans the skin, leaving it soft and clear, and the intensive facial massage also has a brightening effect. £95 for 70 minutes at Ena Salon, London WC2 Ena Salon
ILA ANANDA FACE THERAPY
This blissful facial works on specific healing areas of the face to maximise blood flow and energy levels. The beautifully fragrant face oils gently brighten the skin, and a deeply relaxing shoulder and head massage leaves you with a rested, youthful glow. £82.50 for one hour, at Ockenden Manor, West Sussex HS Hotels
VOYA ORGANIC WARM SPICED MUD WRAP
Escape the cold winter with this warming, cleansing, soothing mud wrap for the whole body. Organic seaweed, which is known for its potent antioxidants, leaves skin firm and toned, while the warm spices used during the massage stage induce a wonderful sense of relaxation. From £95 for 75 minutes, at The Landmark Hotel, London NW1 Landmark
ST PANCRAS MASSAGE
Quite simply one of the best neck and shoulder work-outs around, the St Pancras Massage at the St Pancras Renaissance Hotel uses herbal medicinal potions first favoured by the Victorians to give youa body overhaul. £105 for one hour, London NW1 St Pancras Spa
NEOM ORGANIC TOP-TO-TOE INDULGENCE
This lovely treatment at Britain's first eco-spa, near Huddersfield, starts with a full body exfoliation leaving skin soft and moisturised, followed by a relaxing massage. Make sure to try the invigorating 'heat and ice' experience, a series of rituals that warm and cool the body, boosting circulation and relaxing muscles. £89 for 85 minutes Titanic Spa
SPORTS ACTIVATION THERAPY
Through a sequence of yoga-like movements, Martin Feaver identifies muscles that are not pulling their weight, or overcompensating, and works into pressure points . It's certainly not pain-free, but the feeling of balance and energy you leave with is well worth it. £127 for 75 minutes; Sports Activation Therapy
RESTORE & REJUVENATE FACIAL
A boon for tired, dry complexions, this facial from the organic skincare brand Pai uses essential omega oils and acupressure techniques to restore lost luminousness. All the products are formulated specifically for sensitive skin and feel like bliss. £105 for one hour at Herb House Spa, Limewood Hotel, Hampshire Limewood Hotel
INFINITE LASHES BY FLUTTER
For realistic fake lashes that last up to three months, head to the Urban Retreat at Harrods. Several lightweight lashes - so fine that you can hardly feel them - are applied to each natural lash. The result? Incredible length and volume, and no need for mascara for quite a while. £150 for one hour; Urban Retreat
DEBBIE THOMAS DNA SKIN TREATMENT
The facialist Debbie Thomas specialises in acne and rosacea, so this is one for anyone cursed with troublesome skin. After a deep cleanse, Thomas uses light therapy and tailor-made products, according to the problem - resulting in a clearer and more even complexion. £245 for 75 minutes, at Hari's Salon, London SW3 (020 7581 5211)
MONOGRAM GEL MANICURE BY NAILS INC
This is no ordinary manicure: once you've chosen your favourite colour, you can pick letters to spell your name, initials, whatever you fancy. Once the first layer of colour is applied, the technician places each letter on the desired nail, finishing with a shiny gel top coat to give up to two weeks' wear. It's a great way to add a personal touch. From £35; Nails Inc
SOPHY ROBINSON MEDI-PEDI
The acclaimed nail technician Sophy Robson has just launched a signature medical pedicure at Hari's Salon in King's Road, London SW3. The intensive double-scrub, file, buff and paint leaves feet in tip-top condition for weeks. Some of Sophy's nail art to finish is optional £75 for one hour; Hari's
AVEDA BOTANICAL HAIR AND SCALP TREATMENT
In this excellent lunch hour treat, essential oils are applied to your scalp with an Ayurvedic head massage. This allows the oils to penetrate the hair, while stimulating your scalp and leaving your hair healthy and refreshed - you can really notice the shine and vibrancy in your hair and it leaves you feeling wonderfully relaxed, too. £60 for one hour. London WC1 Aveda
LINDA MEREDITH HAUTE COUTURE DEEP CLEANSING FACIAL
This completely bespoke treatment is brilliant for skin that needs some serious attention. After steaming and extractions, a glycolic serum is applied to lift off dead skin cells. An intensely relaxing yet effective facial massage follows. Even troublesome skin will end up looking rosy, glowing and really, really clean. £100 for one hour. London SW3 (020 7225 2755)
LISA SHEPHERD EXPRESS COLOR BAR
Think in-salon hair colour has to take hours on end? Think again. Lisa Shepherd's salons now offer fuss-free root touch-ups and highlights in less than an hour, using Redken products. What's more, you don't have to book . From £15; Lisa Shepherd
LAVA SHELLS MASSAGE
This focuses on pressure points in the back, arms and shoulders. Warmed sea shells are worked over the body, easing tension and muscle aches. The comforting heat stimulates blood supply, leaving your skin glowing - and you deeply relaxed. £60 for 55 minutes; Moddershall Oaks
BOBBI BROWN PRETTY POWERFUL MAKE-UP CLASS
Stuck in a make-up rut? This one-to-one, comprehensive and free 45-minute class includes everything you need to master the perfect base, a smoky eye and the right shades of lipstick for your complexion. Booking required; nationwide at Bobbi Brown counters Bobbi Brown
DR MURAD COLLAGEN HYDRO-SURGE FACIAL
This facial, exclusive to The May Fair Spa, is relaxing yet intensive. A professional-strength glycolic peel exfoliates and leaves skin bright and clear, while a hydrating mask helps to plump and firm. A facial with noticeable results. £99 for one hour at The May Fair Spa, London W1 The Mayfair Hotel
COMFORT ZONE SKIN REGIMEN LONGEVITY FACIAL
Arm stretches, facial exercises and skin rolling (whereby it's rucked and ruched from neck to forehead), may sound labour-intensive, but after a round of nourishing serums and creams you'll leave with lifted brows and a tighter jawline. £45 for 30 minutes at Ena, London WC2 Ena Salon
VENUS FREEZE
This non-invasive treatment uses magnetic pulses and radio frequency to raise the skin temperature and stimulate blood vessels, encouraging collagen and elastin production. After one session, we had firmer, smoother skin - and a promise of cellulite-, wrinkle- and fat-reduction after a course of six. £125 for 30 minutes; The House of Rush
ILLA MANIPURA
Ila makes organic skincare, body scrubs and blissful oils, and this treatment at the Spa at Stanley House, Preston, showcases the brand beautifully. After a full-body exfoliation, the therapist works on releasing knots in your muscles and rebalancing your chakra energy points, leaving you uplifted. £80 for 85 minutes; 01254 769200
LAVENDER POULTICE MASSAGE
This wonderfully indulgent two-hour massage (at Bedford Lodge Hotel's brand-new spa in Newmarket) combines skin-smoothing full-body exfoliation with a warming massage using herbal poultices. If it's utter relaxation you want, this snooze-inducing treatment is perfect. £140 for two hours; Bedford Lodge Hotel Spa
ISLAND PARADISE REVITALISING LEG TREATMENT
We need all the help available prior to baring legs on the beach. This treatment, combining exfoliation and lymphatic-drainage massage, is a wake-up call for sluggish circulation. Afterwards skin feels unbelievably soft. £85 at Mandara Spa, Park Plaza, London SE1 Mandara Spa
EVERLASTING PEDICURE
Beach holidays and chipped toenail colour really do not go hand in hand, which is why this pedicure, using Artistic Colour Gloss products, is so fabulous: glossy hues that last up to four weeks, a heavy-duty foot scrub and the neatest cuticles you've ever seen. £75 for 75 minutes at Urban Retreat at Harrods, London SW1 (020 7893 8333)
RADIANT FOOT THERAPY
This is a real treat for tired feet. A detoxifying mask of turmeric, vitamin C and lemon-grass is applied, and then a nourishing orange and bergamot oil is massaged in. The effect is blissful - not just on the feet but on the whole body. £55 for one hour at Thai Square Spa, London WC2 (020 7240 6090)
MEDIK8 SUPERFACIAL PEEL
This gentle facial peel uses natural enzymes, including pomegranate and blueberry, to dissolve dead skin cells. It leaves your skin brighter and more radiant, without peeling or redness. The perfect lunch-break pick-me-up, we think. £55 for 30 minutes, at White Room, London SW3 White Room Beauty
THE BULGARI BREAK
The Bulgari Spa in London is as chic as you'd expect: slate walls, gold-tiled pools, cream linen loungers. The Bulgari Break is a customised treatment comprising a facial and full-body massage tailored to your needs. It is gloriously indulgent. £285 for 150 minutes, London SW7 (020 7151 1055)
LE MEURICE TREATMENT
This decadent treatment has it all covered. For starters, there's a tension-releasing back massage. This is followed by a deep-cleansing facial consisting of a very firm massage - to get the skin glowing - and a plumping collagen mask. It's a fantastic treat but with real results: the best combination, we think. From £230 for 90 minutes at The Dorchester Spa The Dorchester
RADIANT FOOT THERAPY
This is a decadent affair and perfect if you spend your days in heels. First a detoxifying mask (including turmeric, vitamin C and lemon-grass) is applied to the lower legs and feet, then key pressure points are massaged with nourishing orange and bergamot oil. You step out, feet soothed and revived. £55 for one hour, at Thai Square Spa, London WC2 and EC3 Thai Square Spa
ACTIVE REVERSE FACIAL
Developed by the A-list facialist Nichola Joss, the Active Reverse Facial at the Sanctuary Spa is a great way to kick-start a summer of good skin. The hands-on massage 'sculpts' the cheeks, tones muscle tissue and imparts skin with a glow. If you're extra-keen and don't mind a waiting-list, you can even book in with Joss herself. £90 for 55 minutes, London WC2 (0845 521 4567)
VALMONT ENERGY FACIAL
As you'd expect from a skincare brand with its roots in Switzerland, Valmont is all about ingredients that deliver. We love its collagen mask, which is cleverly combined with a lymphatic drainage massage in this facial. The result? The sort of fresh, plump glow you'd get after a full day on the slopes. £140, from 21 to 25 May at Urban Retreat, Harrods, London SW1 (020 7893 8333)
PERCY & REED COLOUR STATION
Prepare yourself - this isn't any ordinary hair-colouring consultation, but one where the stylist uses various boards and lights around your face to determine whether your hair colour needs to be warmer or cooler. The result? A shade that is exactly right for your skin tone. £50, London E1 (020 7078 0780)
MARGARET DABBS MEDICAL PEDICURE
No self-respecting metrosexual would dare bare his feet in a summer man-sandal without first dropping into Margaret Dabbs, in New Cavendish Street, London W 1, for a no-frills pedicure. After 45 minutes in the hands of a podiatrist you will be able to say goodbye to gnarly nails and the curse of calluses. £80; (020 7487 5510)
AROMATHERAPY ASSOCIATES ESSENTIAL ROSE FACIAL
This is just the thing for stressed minds - and dry skin. Deploying deep pressure-point massage, and Aromatherapy Associates' heavenly masks and oils, the therapist works to stimulate lymphatic drainage. We can almost guarantee you will nod off, and then wake to a glowing complexion. £90 for one hour, London SW7 (020 7838 1117)
GLAMGLOW FACIAL
The cult face-mask GlamGlow (popular with Hollywood make-up artists and stars) has now been worked into a facial. Within an hour your skin is brighter and clearer, and - the best part - you can have the treatment in the comfort of your own home with Urban Retreat at Home therapists. Bliss. From £55 for one hour (price depends on location), 0844 793 8344
SINGAPORE THEMAE MASSAGE
Inspired by Singaporean techniques, this massage focuses on key pressure points to get rid of tension. A balm with rejuvenating tea extract is worked into back and shoulder muscles, followed by an abdomen and a foot rub. If you need to relax, this treatment - and the beautiful surroundings - should do the trick. £75 for one hour, Armathwaite Hall , Lake District
AtlasPROfilax
For the Harley Street spinal specialist Matthew Voigts, all back problems originate from the atlas, the first vertebra immediately beneath the skull. Using a state-of-the-art tool, Voigts deeply massages the atlas to realign it, which can result in a reduction of back pain, better posture and an overall sense of wellbeing. £225 for 45 minutes, London W1 (020 7160 0073)
DEEP CLEANSING INTENSE TREATMENT
Drawing on the highly active ingredients in QMS Medicosmetics' products, this facial unblocks pores, with precise - and not too painful - blackhead extractions. Finally, an algae mask hydrates the skin, leaving it plump and firm. £90 for one hour, at QMS Medicosmetics, London SW3 (020 7730 8090)
OMOROVICZA DEEP-CLEANSING AND PORE-REFINING FACIAL
This facial is brilliant for visible results, fast. A vigorous Hungarian massage is followed by cleansing, exfoliating and masks. But hurry: it's only available from 7 to 13 April, at Liberty. £85, redeemable against purchases (020 7573 9402)
USHVANI WARMING NUTMEG FLOWER RITUAL
A deep-pressure massage, using Ushvani's cult menthol balm, is followed by reflexology to relieve tension, then a brilliant stomach massage to kick-start the digestive system. If you're feeling cold and sluggish, this is just the thing. £180 for 90 minutes, Ushvani, London SW3 (020 7730 2888)
DARPHIN VITALSKIN CREATIVE ENERGY TREATMENT
If your skin looks lacklustre, this facial will help boost circulation and brighten skintone. The jade massage cools and de-puffs your complexion, an effect that seems to last for weeks. £60 for an hour. The Chester Grosvenor (01244 324024)
NORA LUPPO WELLBEING THERAPY
Whether you have a specific concern - poor digestion, insomnia - or just need some TLC, Nora Luppo is your lady. Her bespoke treatment combines reflexology, reiki, Thai massage and acupuncture to boost vitality and wellbeing. Be prepared to leave with a spring in your step. £85 for one hour at Urban Retreat, Harrods, London SW1 (020 7893 8333)
BULGARI THAI ESCAPE
Based on gentle Thai acupressure massage, this indulgent full-body treatment is the perfect antidote to cold, dreary days. The therapist uses steamed herbal compresses, containing lemon-grass, turmeric and ginger, to melt away muscular tension and soothe stressed minds. Absolute bliss. £250 for two hours, The Bulgari Hotel, London SW1 (020 7151 1055)
GREEN COFFEE BODY-SCULPTING MASSAGE
Green coffee body-sculpting massage If you can handle firm pressure and intense pummelling, this massage does wonders for wobbly thighs and bottoms, leaving skin tighter and firmer. Warming green coffee and chilli oil are smoothed on to your stomach, too, which helps to ease bloating. £70 for one hour at The Organic Pharmacy
FULL BLOOM FACIAL
Working from a pretty attic salon in Richmond, Surrey, Cherry Woods focuses on repairing skin damage, clearing the complexion and lifting facial muscles. She also draws on the brilliant Omnilux photo-rejuvenation light therapy to even out pigmentation and smooth wrinkles'. £140 for 115 minutes; Cherry Woods Clinic
MEDISPA SUPER FACIAL
It's not exactly relaxing, but this new treatment at Michaeljohn Medispa in Belgravia, London SW1, delivers results. A fusion of mesotherapy (a needled rollerball that pumps serum into the skin), photo rejuvenation and lymphatic massage, it leaves skin bright and clear - but not red, so it's great before an event. £300 for 75 minutes Michael John
CHAVUTTI THIRUMAL FOOT MASSAGE
Normal massage failing to hit the spot? It may be time to turn to something stronger. While you lie on the floor, a therapist holds on to a rope suspended from the ceiling, and massages your body with her feet. It may sound weird but the experience is almost spiritual. £150, at Herb House Spa, Lime Wood Hotel, Hampshire Limewood Hotel
THERAPIE CHI REJUVENATION FACIAL
This multifaceted treatment combines acupressure, lymphatic drainage and French facial massage to smooth wrinkles and lift contours. It soothes both mind and body and delivers a gleaming complexion. £85 for 60 minutes at Triyoga Soho, London W1 (020 7483 3344)
SLENDER COW LEGS
Never mind the name, this is the perfect pre-party treat, consisting of an invigorating massage to tone and firm the legs. Walk out light on your toes and ready for anything, especially that little black dress. £65 for 45 minutes at Cowshed spas Cowshed
TRANQUILLITY RITUAL TREATMENT BY COMFORT ZONE
This ritual is perfectly designed to induce ultimate relaxation of the body and mind. Soothing massage techniques and vanilla and rose oils calm the senses, and nourishing creams are worked into the body to relieve knots and tension. It's great for jet-lag or fatigued workaholics. £140 for 85 minutes, The Berkeley Spa, London SW1; The Berkeley
OSKIA HARMONISING TREATMENT FOR FACE & BODY
Using the traditional Chinese method of deep-tissue massage along the body's meridian lines, this treatment - combined with Oskia's nutritional skincare products - is wonderfully invigorating. You'll feel ready for anything. £180 for 90 minutes. Chuan Spa at the Langham Hotel, London W1 Chuan Spa
KATHERINE JACKSON DEEP SKIN REVISION FACIAL
This facial is the perfect antidote to stressed, blotchy skin. After intense cleansing with a dirt-detecting ultrasoun machine, Jackson performs a massage with a blend of products tailored to your skin type. You'll leave with clean, super-smooth skin and a little vial of custom-made serum. £150 for 90 minutes, London SW6 Katherine Jackson
LA PRAIRIE PLATINUM RARE FACIAL
Why have one facialist when you can have two? During this facial for high-maintenance beauty addicts one therapist works on your face with a sequence of stimulating massages and dydrating and firming masks, while the other pampers your hands, arms and feet. £260 for 90 minutes. Whatley Manor, Whiltshire whatleymanor.com
SODASHI'S SAMADARA ULTIMATE AGE-DEFYING FACIAL
Apart from making the delicious unguents, the Australian brand Sodashi does top-notch treatments, too. Based on the healing traditions of ayurveda, this facial promotes skin firmness with intensive, targeted massasge and specially blended oils. Bliss. 105 minutes for £200, The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel, Hampshire fourseasons.com/hampshire
COMFORT ZONE ARABIAN BACK, SCALP AND FACE RITUAL
First comes the massage, with oil blended from myrrh, amber, sandalwood, incense and coriander, then a foot rub incorporating symbolic Berber movements, no less. A full facial and scalp massage leaves you feeling like you've had a trip to a Moroccan hammam. £99 for 70 minutes, The Spa at Dolphin Square, London SW1 dolphinsquare.co.uk
THE CONTOUR ROLLER
A roller covered in tiny spikes may sound scary - especially where your face is concerned - but when applied to the skin it stimulates collagen production. The result? Noticeably firmer and tighter skin, and it can help with acne scarring and pigmentation, too. From £149.95; nouveaubeautygroup.com
KERSTIN FLORIAN DETOX SPIRULINA WRAP
It was only a matter of time before spirulina - a seaweed-like wonder substance loved by the hardcore healthy - was used for beautifying outsides as well as insides. To nuke your cellulite, make like a mermaid and try this body wrap. £95 for 60 minutes at Coworth Park, Berkshire coworthpark.com
CHINESE MICRO-NEEDLING WITH LED LIGHT THEREPY
This sci-fi treatment by John Tsagaris isn't cheap, but once you've tried it you'll want to go back. Tiny acupuncture needles are rolled over the face (yes, painful) a soothing ice mask is applied, then you lie under a Nasa-designed light-teherpy mask to lessen acne scars and heal skin. You;ll lose five years. £375 for an hour, London SW1 johntsagaris.co.uk
THETA HEALING
This treatment adapts the muscle-testing approach used in kinesiology to identify emotional blockages or negative thought patterns, then works on undoing them. It's a kind of mental rewiring, a potent yet meditative experience. £98 for one hour; thetahealingpractice.com
LUXURY RECOLUTION MANICURE
Find that your nails invariably chip just days after your regular manicure? At the K Spa, in the K West Hotel in central London, ultraviolet light is used to dry the polish instantly. Result: no smudges as you reach for your purse to pay, and a manicure that lasts up to a fortnight. £50 for one hour k-west.co.uk
K-LIFT ULTIMATE LIFTING FACIAL
Combining advanced techniques such as light therapy with more back-to-nature elements like mud, algae and essential oils, this Kerstin Florian facial gives you a toned, bright complexion that lasts for weeks. £99 for 80 minutes at Ashdown Park Hotel, East Sussex; ashdownpark.com
ROHAN DAY MASSAGE
Rohan Day is the Sherlock Holmes of massage, unlocking your body's secrets, be it an old injury or physical or emotional tension. Combining massage, physiotherapy and Eastern influences, he is going down a storm with the fashion pack. £150 for one hour at the Metropolitan, London W1, until 31st October;
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HOT OIL MASSAGE AT USHVANI
This award-winning Malaysian-inspired retreat lies behind an unassuming door in Sloane Square, London. To begin, a coconut and hibiscus blend is poured over the body, allowing the deeper layers of muscle to soften and relax, before a combination of Malay, Balinese and Thai massage is performed. It's 90 minutes of bliss. £180; ushvani.com
BLOOM INTO SUMMER MASSAGE
Given up on summer ever coming? One option is to try a DIY approach. Bloom Into Summer is an Oriental 'meridian' massage, using rose and ylang-ylang oils, that leaves you feeling relaxed, uplifted and, well, almost as if summer is finally here. £150 for 80 minutes at the Mandarin Oriental, London, SW1. mandarinoriental.com/london
SKIN GYM FACIAL AT TRIYOGA
The Triyoga studio in Chelsea is the setting for a new facial work-out. A massage using Eminence organic skincare (containing nettle and paprika among other botanicals) stimulates the complexion, brings blood to the surface to 'detox' the muscles, and leaves a plumped, rosy and well-nourished complexion. £70 for 60 minutes triyoga.co.uk
ABIGAIL JAMES BESPOKE FACIAL
A facial with Abigail James will satisfy the beauty appetite of organic devotees and tech-lovers alike. Following a thorough analysis of your skin type, James massages in lotions by her favourite green brands (including the brilliant Live Native and Dr Alkaitis). Then, if you need it, LED light therapy is used to even out skin tone. From £75 for 90 minutes, at Lomax Chelsea, London SW10 lomaxpt.com
KERSTIN FLORIAN LAVENDER CRUSH
This is a brilliantly split-personality affair. First there's an invigorating and detoxifying exfoliation, then a relaxing scalp and body massage with warm healing stones. Aterwards you feel both woken up and wound down - ready for anything, in other words! £130 for 85 minutes at the Dorchester, London W1 thedorchester.com
OMOROVICZA GOLD HYDRATING FACIAL
A copper-enriched lactic-acid peel gently exfoliates the skin, leaving a smooth base for a serum containing particles of 24-carat gold. Full of hyaluronic acid too, it boosts moisture levels, and you stroll out with a soft glow. £175 for 80 minutes at the Four Seasons, London W1 (020 7499 0888)
ELEMENTAL HERBOLOGY HARMONISER FACIAL
Elemental Herbology's skincare is a favourite at Stella , so we had high hopes for its treatments. Fruit acids are used to exfoliate rough skin in this facial, then botanical creams do some top-notch moisturising. The spacious treatment rooms at Pennyhill Park's spa in Surrey are just an added bonus. £110 for 70 minutes pennyhillpark.co.uk
ALEXANDRA SOVERAL NON-SURGICAL FACE LIFT
Many fashion editors and high-profile stars (well, their assistants) have Alexandra Soveral on speed dial. The north London-based facialist uses her own hand-blended oils to release toxins beneath the skin and lift tired muscles; just one hour will leave you luminous and fresh-faced. £140 for 60 minutes alexandrasoveral.co.uk
CARITA DIAMOND BEAUTY TREATMENT
This ultra-relaxing facial from Carita uses diamond particles to polish the skin and revive the complexion. Throw in a heavenly, tension-relieving hand and foot massage and you'll leave feeling relaxed and with brighter skin that will sparkle for weeks. £185 for 1 hour 45 minutes at Richard Ward Metrospa, London SW3 (020 7730 1222)
ENDYMED PRO 3-DEEP SKIN TIGHTENING TREATMENT
This space-age treatment at the Jill Zander salon in Esher, Surrey, uses radio frequency to send heat into the skin via a small wand. This causes collagen to contract, 'shocking' the skin into regeneration. Your face looks pleasingly lifted after just one treatment but a course of six is recommended for more lasting results. £300 per session; jillzander.co.uk
SLENDER COW TOTAL BODY CARE
Using Cowshed's latest range, Slender Cow, this treatment at Babington House in Somerset starts with a brisk body brush and exfoliation, after which a super-charged serum is worked into the skin via a detoxifying massage. You'll leave feeling a little lighter on your toes and invigorated. Who needs the gym? £105 for 75 minutes; 01373 813860
INTENSIVE FACE, EYES AND DECOLLETE THERAPY
Combine a trip to the picturesque Berkshire town of Taplow with a made-to-measure Anne Sémonin facial in the spa at Cliveden House. Different oils, masks and massage techniques are used to brighten, lift or de-stress, according to what your skin needs. Finish off with a stroll through the Grade I parkland. £125 for 85 minutes; clivedenhouse.co.uk
GELERATION BY JESSICA
Real life has a habit of ruining a good manicure. If you long for the nails of a lady but don't have the lifestyle to match, this gel treatment is a godsend. It doesn't damage the natural nail, dries in seconds and lasts up to a month. Result: perfect nails however many dishes you do. Sigh. £56 for one hour, from gerrardinternational.com
BLOWN AWAY To tame wild and unruly hair, try Keratin Revolution's formaldehyde-free treatment. It conditions your hair with a mix of keratin, amino acids and collagen. The result is sleek, frizz-free (and fuss-free) hair for up to four months. Available at salons nationwide, £200; keratinrevolution.co.uk
FRESHLIFT FACIAL
The German dermatologist Stefan Duve has bought his Jet Peel 3 system to Mayfair. An oxygenating set of salty water blasts away dead skin cells, allowing oxygen to penetrate, a plumping collagen mask nourishes, then a relaxing massage produces the effect of a good night's sleep. £120 for 90 minutes at Four, London W1 ( fourlondon.com )
REIKI HEALING BODY TREATMENT
Now, sceptics might look upon reiki as a load of old nonsense, but they've obviously never been to the Ayush Spa in St Helier, Jersey. Its therapists seem to possess an unnatural knack of putting bodies right. Simply by placing hands on trouble spots, they can instil zen-like relaxation. £70 for 50minutes ( ayushspa.com )
HYDRAFACIAL
You don't have to be a) a hotel guest or b) after some nip-and-tuck to visit the cosmetic surgeon Alex Karidis' rooms at London Syon Park hotel. In this non-invasive treatment a vacuum pen removes dead skin cells and unclogs pores. Sleep-inducing it isn't, but when you leave with such clean skin, who cares? £120 for 45 minutes (020 7432 8754)
FULL BODY MASSAGE
Unwind in the Cotsworlds at Ellenborough Park Country House Hotel with a superb full-body massage in its Indian-themed spa. The therapist will tailor the treatment to your individual aches and pains, and you can choose essential oils to match your mood. Full Body Massage, £75 for 55 minutes; ellenboroughpark.com
CLEOPATRA'S ROYAL BATH
After a pampering session that's fit for a queen (or a Wag), you'll leave the Antara Spa at Chelsea's football ground with silky skin and a glow that lasts for days. A sequence of full-body scrubs, massages and sessions in the steam room ends with a bath of warm, rose-scented milk. £150 for 90 minutes; thechelseaclub.com
SU-MAN'S SIGNATURE FACIAL
Su-Man Hsu's facial in a treatment room in her north London garden is a one-of-a-kind experience, incorporating shiatsu massage and lush botanical products. When the likes of Juliette Binoche use her services, you know you're in for something special. Indeed, the after-glow lasts weeks. £120 for one hour; su-man@blueyonder.co.uk
CREME DE LA MER'S THE RADIANCE FACIAL
Funnily enough, the spotlight product for this facial isn't Creme de la Mer's orginal moisturising cream, but its excellent Radiant Serum. After a thorough cleanse and exfoliation, a deep massage wakes up your complexion to leave skin bright and sparkly. And to end? A luxurious hand and arm massage. £100 for an hour; urbanretreat.co.uk
WHAT LIES BENEATH
If your glamorously painted toenails hide a horribly unglamorous fungal infection, don't despair. The traditional method of curing the infection usually entails months of pill-popping, but a radical new laser procedure - in which a tiny laser is tapped hundreds of times on and around each nail to kill the fungus - will make nails grow clear and healthy. Not cheap, but super-effective. £750 for two one-hour treatments; beauchampfootcare.com
ELECTROLYSIS BY ELAINE STODDART
Thread veins, or spider naevi, are tiny red blood vessels under the skin of the face that are tricky to cover using concealers and foundations. A two-second zap with Elaine's needle can dissolve them without trace. And the best news? It's no more painful than waxing. From £70 for 15 minutes; elainestoddart.com
AROMA SALT SCRUB MASSAGE
This is a wonderfully decadent treat, but justifiable, we think, on the grounds that it does the power of good. First comes a scrub of Dead Sea salt blended with apricot and jojoba oils, then a full body, aromatic massage. It leaves skin super soft, and melts away tension. £144, at the May Fair Hotel Spa, London W1; themayfairhotel.co.uk
NUBO CRYO2 LIFT AT URBAN RETREAT, HARRODS
This facial isn't quite as sci-fi as it sounds, though it does involve an icy-cold mask being slathered over the face and decollete to jump-start circulation. Its focus, though, is acu-pressure massage, relaxing even the tightest muscles to minimise wrinkles and waken the complexion. £100 for 75 minutes, from 14 to 20 November; 020 7893 8333
TRADITIONAL THAI FACIAL AT THAI SQUARE, LONDON
The flawless complexions of the therapists at this new spa are enough to make you sign up for life-long treatments.The wonderfully thorough and refreshing facial uses the pollen of seven Thai flowers and traditional massage techniques. You emerge with years knocked off. £85 for 75 minutes; 020 7240 6090
REDKEN TIME RESET SALON SERVICE
Sun exposure can be ageing for hair as well as skin. This intensive treatment, which uses silicone, green tea and camellia oil, improves hair's condition wonderfully. It also prevents damage, through the application of an antioxidant UV filter. From £20, at Andrew Barton Salon, London WC2; 020 7112 5998
THE LUMINOUS LIFT
A 30-minute face-lift with not a knife or needle in sight? Yes please. Using equipment developed with Nasa technology, this laser treatment tightens and defines the skin for an immediate, subtle lift. It will help with the appearance of fine lines and skin pigmentation, too. £300, from EF Medispa; efmedispa.com
FACIAL REFLEXOLOGY
Unlike traditional reflexology, which employs stategic massage to your feet, facial reflexology maps the body on your face. Paolo Lai, whose fans include Lisa Snowdon and Denise van Outen, uses rosehip oil on carefully selected facial muscles. £120 for 90 minutes at Neville Hair and Beauty, London SW1; 020 7235 3654
CATWALK MASTERCLASS
Wish you could recreate the latest hair styles but don't know where to start? Same here. Which is why we signed up for the Catwalk Masterclass at Charles Worthington in London W1. Just take pictures of the styles you like and one of the team will teach you how to recreate them at home. From £47; 020 7831 5303
POST-NATAL SCRUB AND MASSAGE
The most exhausted new mother will feel re-energised by this 90-minute treatment, which combines an exfoliating body scrub with a luxurious massage using hot poultices and a blend of rose, wild poppy, sweet almond and geranium oils. £110 at Blythswood Spa, Glasgow; 0141 240 1622
SKINPOETRY AT JOHN TSAGARIS
For a flash of radiant beauty try this facial treatment. Shiatsu massage releases tension and brightens the complexion. Then hyaluronic acid (which also occurs naturally in the body) is applied, binding water into the skin so that it looks plump and youthful. £110 for 30 minutes, London SW1; johntsagaris.co.uk
CHINESE ACUPUNCTURE
The opulent Chuan Spa, at the Langham Hotel in London, draws inspiration from traditional Chinese medicine for many of its treatments. Book a consultation and session with one of the acupuncturists, who are brilliant at inducing a feeling of health and relaxation. £120 for half an hour; chuanspa.com
WARM PEBBLES OF ENNISCRONE
The spa treatments at the wonderfully relaxing Ice House, in Ballina, County Mayo, cleverly incorporate the boutique hotel's surroundings. Pebbles from the nearby beach are heated in oils and massaged over the body, releasing tension as they go. £80 for one hour; 00 353 96 23500; discoverireland.com
GOLD FIRMING FACIAL
Omorovicza's latest treatment is just the thing to give the complexion an overhaul. It comprises a deep cleanse and a weird but wonderful Hungarian facial massage. The products smell divine and contain gold extract, which is said to heal and strengthen the skin. £110 at Urban Retreat, Harrods, From 25 to 30 July; 020 7893 8333
SEN FUSION MASSAGE AT CAREYS MANOR & SENSPA
Why choose one style of massage when you can enjoy the benefits of three at once? This full-body treat combines deep-tissue healing from Sweden, relaxing shiatsu from Japan and fragrant oils from Thailand. £95 for 90 minutes; New Forest, Hampshire; 01590 624467
MEN'S DETOX FACIAL
Make a metrosexual of the man in your life by booking him a facial at the Gentlemen's Tonic salon in the reassuringly un-wussy surrounds of Gieves & Hawkes in Savile Row. After being slathered in various SkinCeuticals ointments he'll emerge feeling - and looking - refreshed and relaxed. £75; 020 7432 6441
BOBBI BROWN MAKE-UP LESSON
If you're after a make-up overhaul, book in for Bobbi Brown's signature 10-step lesson. An expert will show you exactly the right shades and textures for your complexion, from the perfect foundation to the best lipstick. Excellent if you're stuck in a make-up rut. Free, 45 minutes, at counters nationwide
FACIAL ACUPUNCTURE
This gentle, holistic treatment works wonders for erasing lines and furrows. The finest needles are used to lift and plump the facial structure. Plus, it can help with a host of other health issues, from insomnia to indigestion. £85 for one hour at Tian Garden Acupuncture, London SE1; tian-garden-acupuncture.co.uk
ILA CHAKRA WELLBEING
The most in-the-know eco-warriors use Ila's organic body products, so book in for one of its new treatments to see for yourself what all the fuss is about. You'll start by meeting the therapist, who then decides what your body most needs on the day - from massage to a facial - to balance your chakras and improve your wellbeing. From £140 for 90 minutes at Gielly Green, London W1; 020 7034 3060
REN ROSE RITUAL
Visit the new spa at the Athenaeum hotel and prepare for summer with the two-hour Rose Ritual, in which shiatsu-based massage and an exfoliating facial are carried out using Ren's Rose Otto range. £170, London W1; athenaeumhotel.com
ANTONIA BURRELL NATURAL CORRECTIVE FACE LIFT FACIAL
During her fabled 48-point face-lifting massage, Burrell shapes and sculpts muscles using her range of scented oils, leaving your complexion firm and bright. £120 for 90 minutes at the Urban Retreat at Harrods, from 15 to 20 May; 020 7893 8333
AWAY MASSAGE AT W HOTEL
Ensconced on the sixth floor of the shiny new W Hotel is the Away Spa. Check in for its signature full body massage, which uses aromatherapy and acupressure to melt away knots and tensions. From £40 for 25 minutes, London W1; wlondon.co.uk
BLISS SPORTS MASSAGE
For those in need of a simple, knot-busting massage, Bliss has it covered. The therapist pinpoints exactly where you need the most attention and really tackles those troublesome tensions. A great reason to get to the gym. £100 for one hour, London SW3; blissworld.co.uk
SISLEY INTENSIVE ANTI-AGEING HYDRATING FACIAL
This indulgent facial from the cult French skincare brand Sisley combines massage (using malachite stones) and reflexology. You immediately look well rested, and the skin-plumping effects seem to last weeks. £145 for 100 minutes; urbanretreat.co.uk
AROMATIC BODY TREATMENT
The neoclassical Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf & Spa in Bedfordshire is a delightfully grand setting for a massage. After being wrapped in hot towels your body is gently rocked to release tension, then lightly stretched to prepare muscles for a massage using organic herbs grown in the gardens. £85 for 55 minutes; lutonhoo.com
BROW CONSTRUCTION AT BROWHAUS
This is a complete eyebrow MOT. The therapist tints your brows to work with your skin tone, then threads away the stray hairs for a polished shape. It does wonders for those with fair hair or patchy growth. From £15, London WC2; 020 7240 8408
THE CHANTECAILLE CUSTOMIZED REVITALIZING FACIAL
Past 35, a girl needs more from a facial than blackhead removal and massage. She needs lift, recontouring, firming. This treatment does it all and its transformative effect is a marvel. £150 for two hours, at Fenwick, London W1; 020 7409 9870
DR ALKAITIS SKIN FOOD FACIAL
This luxurious facial at Coworth Park in Ascot begins with an acupressure massage on the face and neck. Delicious-smelling organic moisturisers are then applied, leaving your skin hydrated and radiant.
£120 for 80 minutes; coworthpark.com
ORLY PEDICURE AT THE RITZ
Globetrotters passing through the capital should do their best to keep this pedicure their own little secret. It includes a to-die-for hibiscus and lime foot scrub and a nail paint in a wonderful Orly varnish. £50 for one hour, London W1; theritzlondon.com
COUPLES MASSAGE
Choose any of the fantastically utilitarian treatments at the Spa at Chancery Court in the à deux format and find out who is toughest when it comes to a top-notch knot-busting massage. Ouch! £240 for 55 minutes, London WC1; spachancerycourt.com
SHINY HAPPY TRESSES
For dull, lacklustre hair, try this deep gloss treatment. A rich cream is applied and left for 20 minutes. After a wash and blow-dry, you leave the salon with a vibrant shine that lasts for four weeks. From £100, at Hari's Kings Road, London SW3; 020 7349 8722
EXTREME MAKEOVER
This treatment at the Hushh... Spa in London lives up to its name by combining a full-body massage, a body wrap and a facial. After an hour and a half you emerge glowing and in possession of a firmer bust, tummy and thighs. £129; 020 7730 9977
REBECCA CLARKE FACE LIFT MASSAGE
It's the Dorian Gray effect without needles, peels or surgery - Clarke coaxes your skin to perfection with ayurvedic and Swedish massage, lymphatic drainage and acupressure. £55 for an hour at Shine on the Green, London N1; 020 7241 2065
ORGANIC HAIR SPA
Tresses in need of TLC will love the organic treatment at Daniel Galvin Junior in London SW1. While a cucumber and aloe vera mask does its work, a therapist conducts a head massage. Hair is left soft and beautifully silky. £70; 020 3416 3116
02 INTRACEUTICALS FACIAL
For an instantly better-looking face, book in for an 02 Intraceuticals Facial with Julia Hart, at the Hale Clinic in London. After applying a concoction of calming serums, she gently strokes a little device over your face that 'pushes' oxygen deep into the skin. The pure element works incredibly well as a boost for the complexion, making it the perfect pre-party treat. £150 for 50 minutes; 020 7631 0156
KHUN SWAY
Khun Sway is a luxe-y his-and-hers treatment favoured by Asian royals of yore. Perfect for today's prince and princess charming it combines a girl-pleasing scented scrub and warm herbal cushions with a manly steam session and top-notch regenerative massage. £125 for 90 minutes at the Spa Studio, the Lanesborough, London SW1; 020 7333 7700
CHRISTMAS PUDICURE
Pamper your toes in time for the party season with the Christmas Pudicure at Brown's Hotel, London. Start with a glass of champagne or mug of hot chocolate, and sit back to enjoy a tension-relieving foot massage with black treacle and brown sugar. Your feet are then soaked in hot milk, cinnamon and orange slices before a quick nail shape and slick of colour from the Essie range. £85 for 90 minutes, until 31 January; 020 7518 4009
VESPERS BODY MASSAGE
Lie back on a warm-water bed and drift away during the Vespers Body Massage at the Temple Spa at Cotswolds House Hotel. The therapist helps you select the correct oil for your mood - whether you're after a calming or re-energising effect - using it to work out all your knots and aches from top to toe. You'll leave feeling thoroughly relaxed; the perfect way to spend 90 minutes if you're very stressed. £85; 01386 840330
CHILL AND TONE
If you want to get rid of a temporary inch or two from the waist and thighs for a special occasion, try Chill and Tone at the Champneys spa in Tring, Hertfordshire. A thick, cold menthol mask, which stimulates micro-circulation and drains toxins, is applied on the legs and tummy before they are wrapped in foil. Twenty minutes and a quick hand and foot massage later, you're unwrapped revealing smoother, firmer skin. £65 for 55 minutes; 0843 316 2222
BODY MASSAGE
You will want to tell everyone about the Body Massage at the Bailiffscourt Hotel & Spa on the West Sussex coast, but may want to keep the main ingredient a secret. The cream used (from the Electric Body skincare range) derives from the colostrum of New Zealand bulls, which combined with the pressure-point massage leaves your skin smooth and glowing. £99 for 90 minutes; electricbody.co.uk
DEEP CLEANSING AND PLUMPING FACIAL
The mineral-rich waters of Hungary's hot springs are the basis of Omorovicza's products. The brand's new Deep Cleansing and Plumping Facial, at Harrods from 15 to 20 November, includes a velvety mud cleanse and facial massage using firm, fluttering strokes that ease tension out of the jawline and brow. A cooling clay mask followed by a serum - whose tightening action you instantly feel - make for lovely, fresh skin. £95 for 75 minutes; Harrods, London SW1; 020 7730 1234
PUMPKIN PEEL
Get in the Hallowe'en mood with an exfoliating Pumpkin Peel at EF Medispa in London. After determining your skin's condition, the therapist applies the pumpkin mask. Ten minutes of intense but bearable stinging follow, before the mask is wiped off. Two days later a very fine layer of dry skin begins to peel off, but it's not as scary as it sounds - your face feels soft and smooth, with a more even skin tone. £200 for one hour; efmedispa.com
FISH THERAPY
Fish therapy at Aqua Sheko is the perfect maintenance programme for feet on the go. Sit back and relax with a jasmine tea while your feet dangle into a tank of warm water full of tiny garra rufa fish (a type of carp), which get to work gently sucking away (they don't have teeth) to remove dead skin. It's slightly ticklish at first, but your feet emerge baby-soft and are then treated to a massage. £45 for 45 minutes, London W8; aquasheko.co.uk
SPA AT ALFRED DUNHILL
Even the most un-metro of men won't be able to resist a beautification session at the sublime Spa at Alfred Dunhill. Located in a stylish, masculine building in Mayfair, the barber shop is straight out of Jeeves and Wooster and the classic cut-throat wet shave is closer than close. The massages are great, too. From £40 for 30 minutes; dunhill.com
HOT AND COLD STONE THERAPY
The Hot and Cold Stone Therapy at the Dorchester Spa is a great remedy for muscle tension - perfect for those who sit at a desk all day. The therapist uses hot basalt rocks and cold marble stones to massage tense areas of the body, leaving you both relaxed and refreshed. £160 for 85 minutes at the Dorchester, London W1; 020 7319 7109
ALCHEMY HAIR TREATMENT
The Alchemy Treatment is a real delight for the hair. Following a consultation with the therapist, you pick two of your most pressing hair concerns - be it lack of volume, dullness or otherwise, and have a tailor-made mask applied. Opt for a quick wash and blow-dry and leave with a fresh and healthy-looking head of hair. From £14.99; hobsalons.com
UNA BRENNAN FACIAL
From the comfortable surroundings of her Notting Hill flat, Una Brennan administers the most thorough facial imaginable. Using SkinCeuticals products, she tailors each treatment to your skin's needs. First, Brennan gives the face a deep clean, then applies a natural gel peel, followed by a facial massage to release tension and reduce fluid congestion. The results are astonishing - sharper cheekbones, glowing skin and no more eye bags. £110 for 90 mins; 020 7313 9835
DOUBLE GLOSS BLOW-DRY
A Double Gloss Blow-dry at the Lisa Shepherd Salon leaves hair wonderfully shiny and full of volume. After a thorough wash, your hair is sprayed with a light heat protector, and sectioned and blow-dried. The process is then repeated using cold air. A natural-bristle brush through the hair finishes it all off. From £35; lisashepherd.co.uk
COCOA CREAM RELAXING BODY MASSAGE
The Cocoa Cream Relaxing Body Massage starts with a brisk rub-down, a salt scrub and an indulgent massage with scented candle oil. Then comes the pièce de résistance: you are covered with a rich chocolatey lotion, which releases feel-good endorphins and boosts circulation, giving you smooth, silky skin and a delicious smell. £45 for 90 minutes at the Covent Garden Hotel, London WC2; 020 7806 1000
CACI ULTIMATE FACIAL
In need of an autumn overhaul? Try the CACI Ultimate Facial at Dove Spa. It includes microcurrent facial toning, crystal-free microdermabrasion and LED photo rejuvenation - all in one treatment. Thorough rather than relaxing, this facial can address a range of skin concerns from lines and muscle tone to sun damage and acne. From £40 for 30 minutes, London E1; 0844 875 1575
ESPA WISDOM RITUAL
Simply being in the lush Pembrokeshire countryside is relaxing in itself, but should you feel the need to unwind further book in for an Espa Wisdom Ritual at the Well Spa. The treatment includes a back, head and shoulder massage and a wonderful customised facial. Emerge refreshed and ready to enjoy the surrounding national park. £99 for one hour and 50 minutes; bluestonewales.com
PRE-HOLIDAY HAIR FIX
The Treat-Dry-Fly ritual at the Jo Hansford salon is perfect pre-holiday as it intensely hydrates the hair and scalp, protecting them from the sun. First comes a shampoo, then a masque with UV protection, which is left on for 10 minutes, and finally a rinse and blow-dry. You leave feeling perfectly groomed - and protected - and armed with a travel kit containing shampoo, conditioner and masque to maintain your hair's condition while on holiday. £80; London W1; 020 7495 7774
DIAMOND DRY CUT
The traditional wet cut has been banished from Michael Van Clarke's quiet hair salon in central London. After giving you a wash and rough dry, he cuts the hair in lots and lots of little sections. The result? A cut that allows hair to fall exactly as it should, and a much easier to manage morning routine. Diamond Dry Cut, from £47; 020 7224 3123
WORK HARD, PLAY HARD
The Work Hard, Play Hard treatment at Pacifica Day Spa in London is great for busy bodies and tired faces. An aromatherapy steam to calm the senses is followed by a top-to-toe relaxing lymph-drainage massage. Hands and feet get some gentle reflexology, while a Dermalogica facial refreshes the face. You emerge feeling reborn. £120 for two hours; pacificadayspa.co.uk
CHIROPODIST PEDICURE
So thorough is the nail guru Tanya Grach's Chiropodist Pedicure that it's best to have it a week before your holiday. Feet are soaked in warm water with organic salts, then dry skin is removed. Next comes moisturiser, cuticle removal and two coats of polish, along with Grach's own-blend basecoat and topcoat. Our toes were flawless a month later. £40, at Body & Soul, London NW8; 020 7722 8086; tanyagrach.com
SUMMER TONIC FOR MEN
To all the men out there: head to Gentlemen's Tonic for its Summer Tonic - a body MOT to get you beach-ready. First, the hard skin on your feet is removed and toenails are cleaned. The therapist then begins a deep cleanse and exfoliation of the back, shoulders and upper arms, removing all impurities. A wonderful massage completes the treatment. £78 for 90 minutes, London W1
DOVE SPA BOTTOMS UP
The Dove Spa Bottoms Up treatment begins with a brisk dry-body brush to remove dead skin and increase blood flow in the legs and buttocks. This is followed by a deep massage using low-frequency electro currents to shift toxins and penetrate the muscle, lifting the bottom and eliminating the appearance of stretch marks. You leave beach-ready. From £39 for one hour, London W4; 0844 800 2152
BRITESMILE TEETH WHITENING
The new BriteSmile teeth-whitening treatment at the London Smile Clinic is quick, pain-free and dazzlingly effective - it should be, as it was developed by a former Nasa scientist. If you're lucky you might even have Dr James Russell, the dishy cosmetic dentist from the Channel 4 programme Embarrassing Bodies , perform your treatment. £950; London W1; 020 7255 2559
CUPCAKE IN THE OVEN MASSAGE
What better way to start maternity leave than with a visit to Cupcake Mum for a delicious Cupcake in the Oven Massage. A bed of warm water pillows provides comfortable support while a therapist massages away all your aches and pains, concentrating on those areas most affected by the physical demands of pregnancy. You will walk away feeling relaxed and pampered. £70 for one hour, London SW18
CLARINS ADVANCED FACIAL
The Ragdale Hall spa is a great escape from World Cup fever. Follow up a morning in the steam rooms with a wonderfully restorative Clarins Advanced Facial. Over the course of an hour the face is thoroughly cleansed and exfoliated using products best suited to your skin's needs. As they are being absorbed, your hands receive a blissful massage, completing the feeling of utter zen. £69; 01664 434831
SHAUN HAMMOND HYPNOTHERAPY
Widely considered to be one of the best hypnotherapists in the business, Shaun Hammond tackles everything from smoking to weight loss and trauma. Softly-softly is Hammond's approach - which also draws on psychotherapy and spiritual healing - but his results are impressive. £120 for one hour; 132harleystreet.com
LAVA SHELL MASSAGE
As befits the location, just minutes away from the beautiful north Norfolk coast, the signature treatment at the Hoste Arms' new spa uses shells. Silky smooth and snooze-inducingly warm, they are massaged all over your body. Particular focus is given to the stomach, which is supposed to aid digestion. £85 for 90 minutes; hostearms.co.uk
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