Propoline: Multi-Gyn cleanser
Athens, Greece- available worldwide

Jill at Victoria Health turned me onto this important product for women. Many of you know that using fragranced or soap based materials on your, well, privates, is unhealthy as it alters the PH. This cleanser is plant based, smells good and just plain makes sense.

www.apivita.com best ordering from: www.victoriahealth.com
+44 0800 3898 195 (UK)
+1 866 447 2756

Purple Valley Yoga Retreat
Goa, India

Looking for an authentic yoga retreat in a far flung destination? Goa is easy to get to from the UK with non-stop flights, but from other countries it’s best to fly through Mumbai (Bombay). Some of the world’s best yogis teach here. Authentic, warm & friendly; set in lush grounds in a peaceful area on the edge of Assagao, a typical market town. Delicious, healthy food prepared by a natural nutritionist; great therapists on call (ask for the best massage you’ll ever experience with Roger who will also give you a Watsu treatment at his home pool). Be sure to get a room in the new building – the former is not nearly as nice or fresh. I don’t know about you, but I like a toilet rather than a hole in the floor! Remember: the new building!

www.yogagoa.com
theresa_appleby@hotmail.com

Mayflower Inn and Spa
Washington, Connecticut

The Mayflower Spa experience is the place to re-charge physically, emotionally and spiritually. Just two hours from New York City this country oasis not only caters to all your beauty needs but has 4 great exercise studios, an indoor pool, a thermal scented sanctuary and an outdoor yoga and meditation garden… When you arrive you’ll receive an MP3 player custom-filled with your favorite tunes to get you in the mood. Activities begin at 7 a.m. with an outdoor walk on Mayflower Mountain- then the fun really begins… Given the diverse programmes on offer, a Personal Spa Adviser will contact you prior to your stay to hand-craft a schedule for you that matches your individual needs. Try the 3, 4 or 5 day destination spa experience for total indulgence- including all gourmet meals and drinks plus unlimited access to all spa treatments and classes. Rates from $4,500 per room.

www.mayflowerinn.com
+1 860 868 9466

Prime Directive Wholefoods with Probiotic

Finally, a probiotic that actually works; you can even feel the effect after a few days! I have tried EVERY product that touts itself as “best”. Prime Directive does the trick. Less bloating, better digestion and has the added benefit of live foods like spirulina and alfalfa grass (18 Amino Acids in total). Nice taste, great result. You have nothing to lose, so much to gain. An Australian product available online. (available at HB Health London: 12 Beauchamp Pl SW3 0207 838 0765)

www.saferemedies.net
www.livingfoodsusa.com

UK: +44 (0) 1289 332 888
USA: +1 (785) 856 0701

Les Thermes Marins
Societ des Bains de Mer
Monte Carlo, Monaco

Palatial, enviably situated spa overlooking the sea…. flexible day spa programme- take a swim in the pool, work out in a cardio session whilst looking out onto the azure sea, unwind with a Tao massage…luxurious and reviving.

www.montecarlospa.com
+377 92 16 40 00

Frederic Fekkai
15 E. 57th Street
New York, New York, US

“Master stylist and celeb-favorite Frederic Fekkai’s five floors of warm, airy space are impeccably designed and outfitted. The wrap-around terrace on the reception floor and the Provencal cafe add to the villa vibe. It’s everything you would expect from one of the biggest names in the biz, plus one pleasant surprise: possibly the nicest, most attitude-free staff around.” (City Search review - I simply cannot say it any better!) If you have not experienced Fekkai - jump in. $295 for cut. If this is too much for your budget, enquire about Tuesday’s open house nights when senior stylists train juniors and prices are a deal @ $40. Believe the hype…

www.fredericfekkai.com
+1 212 753 9500

ESPA Pink Scalp Mud

May sound weird…but this pink goop that smells like clay (because it is!) is a fantastic, multi-functional product. ESPA, who has a quality range of spa products, uses Pink Scalp Mud for everything from post-facial to head massage to dry patches on arms and what not. You’ll love it - it feels healthy! Run it throught your scalp every night for two weeks - dryness vanished.

Available from all ESPA spas and salons (many Mandarin Oriental and Four Seasons Hotels have outlets) or go directly to their site to order.

www.espaonline.com

Vaishaly
51 Paddington Street
London W1, UK

Vaishaly’s signature facial is quite frankly, the best facial I’ve ever had (and you’re hearing from a gal who ‘facials’ religiously) While every facial is different, her magic hands incorporate deep-cleansing, gentle but effective extraction, skin-polishing, microdermabrasion and a treatment mask. Your skin will feel glowing and rejuvenated - I have really seen the difference first-hand. To keep up the good work purchase her wonderful and fab looking packaged products to take home… No abrasive ingredients within enable the skin to breathe, and to reduce the risk of any irritation or reaction for those with more sensitive complexions. Once you’ve had a Vailshaly facial, you’ll be a tough judge of others… This being said, the facial is also amongst the most expensive out there… starting at £120. She is known as the threader extraordinaire - eyebrow shaping can literally change your face!

www.vaishaly.com
+44 20 7224 6088