Beauty comes from within. There is no patent remedy for stress, but Laxman could be a new solution for us. Laxman is currently the most modern and versatile stress management tool. With the help of the highly effective audiovisual stimulation the Laxman aims to make aware the controlling forces of our mind and to learn strategies of self-control. Sounds good to me, I will have one for Christmas and enjoy it with a cup of delicious Wellicious “Relax” tea. This could also be the perfect Christmas gift for our loved ones.

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Red is the colour of energy and there is no shortage of that in this new shampoo for thin hair. Schwarzkopf’s “Essensity” contains purest organic essences and doesn’t contain artificial fragrances or silicones. The cranberry extracts supports and protects your hair with extra Vitamin C. We love it!

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These seasonings will take you through cold and dark days:

- Chilly boosts and stimulates your blood circulation and releases the body’s endorphins. Great for body and soul.

- Cumin calms you down and supports your digestive system.

- Green Pepper is medium hot, refreshing and supports the protein digestion. It also warms you up and increases your concentration.

- Ginger is especially during winter important to increase your body’s defences. It also helps to feel less bloated. You can have a quick and easy ginger drink, just pour hot water on a piece of peeled ginger and let it brew for a couple of minutes.

- Nutmeg is popular in mashed potato, but use it after your dish is ready cooked! Nutmeg strengthens your liver, lowers elevated blood lipids and lifts your spirits.

- Saffron is ideal for autumn and winter; it balances your mood and metabolism, warms you up and helps to relieve stress.

- Black pepper with the same effects like green pepper, in case you like it hot!

- Vanilla is not only suitable for sweets, but also for fish or poultry it quickens the appetite, supports your digestive system and increases your power of concentration.

- Cinnamon is anyway perfect for Christmas but also warms you up, supports your digestion and is invigorating.

Frégate Island Private, the exclusive Seychellois retreat, is pleased to introduce a brand new pillow and aromatherapy menu to ensure that all guests enjoy the perfect night’s sleep. This special service is just one of the initiatives taken to ensure guests feel utterly at home during their stay on the island, and awake and ready to embrace the spell-bounding beauty of the island.

The pillow menu offers a choice of 20 pillows including an ecological buckwheat spelt pillow, an anti-aging pillow treated with vitamin E, pillows for children and even specially designed pillows for those who suffer from allergies and medical ailments.

Added to this, guests can further customise their sleep by sprinkling any one of the 10 fragrances from the aromatherapy menu onto their pillows to balance and harmonise, energise and relax depending on personal preference: a splash of soothing rosemary eases aches and pains, a dab of lemongrass refreshes the mind, whilst the heady aroma of ylang ylang, a natural aphrodisiac, sets the scene for romance.

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Reconnect with old friends. Everyone has an old friend they’ve lost touch with. Make time to reconnect. Having a lot of active friends and socializing is key to keeping your mind sharp and happy. Everybody needs support by other people.

These resorts integrate traditional Asian medicinal practices with western philosophies, to produce a wide array of slimming, detoxification, and revitalizing therapies to enhance health, vitality, and physical beauty.

Absolute Sanctuary, Samui, Thailand
Thailand’s premier Detox&Yoga Resort, located on the beautiful island of Koh Samui, blends luxurious accommodations with a wide range of vibrant detoxification programs, yoga classes, spa treatment menus, healthy and organic food, and other dynamic therapies. Absolute Sanctuary caters to those seeking a journey back to balance, rejuvenation, and wellness. This oasis of relaxation helps guests re-fuel with good energy, nutritious cuisine, and healing therapies.

Ananda In The Himalayas Hotel Rishikesh, India
Ananda in the Himalayas offers special workshops and private sessions with various visiting masters of well-being. These teachers, therapists, healers, Ayurvedic doctors, and guides visit from around the world to share their talents and gifts with those who choose to explore and understand the deeper realms of holistic well-being for the body, mind, and spirit. With a unique focus on the traditional, Indian sciences of yoga and Ayurveda, Ananda Spa creates a skillful synthesis between age-old therapies and modern, spa technology. The personalized therapies and activity programs are designed to meet individual needs and healthful goals. Relieve stress, detoxify, experience deep relaxation, anti-aging treatments, weight loss therapies, and learn about nutrition and exercise.

Bagus Jati, Bali, Indonesia
The health and well-being program is totally focused on the individual guest as they learn to be fit, eat healthier, and reduce stress. For those interested in food planning or weight management, healthy-cooking classes are also available. At certain scheduled times throughout the year, guests can also choose from private consultations and workshops addressing lifestyle changes with visiting international specialists who reside at the resort. Bagus Jati is more than pleased to welcome non-hotel guests to join the health and well-being programs.

Baan Thai Wellness Retreat, Bangkok, Thailand
The Baan Thai Wellness Retreat offers an extensive range of anti-aging, therapeutic, and detoxifying treatments, in addition to pampering, beauty therapies delivered in the comfort and privacy of spa, therapy rooms and suites. These include a range of authentic Thai treatments, Ayurvedic, Asian and Tibetan therapies. A team of holistic health practitioners provides professional consultation in diagnostic reflexology, homeopathic consultations, acupuncture, Chi Nei Tsang, rebirthing sessions, and deep tissue massage, while total detoxification programs are supervised by the retreat’s resident, medical professionals.

Chiva Som International Resort, Hua Hin, Thailand
Chiva Som Health and Wellness center provides complimentary treatments ranging from medical, holistic therapies to spa, medi-spa, physiotherapy and fitness programs. Treatments are customized for individuals to improve lifestyles through the integration of naturopathic and conventional medicines. ‘Ultimate Detox Retreats’ are recommended for those who wish to experience deeper detoxification in five-star Thai surroundings.

Como Shambhala Estate at Begawan Giri Hotel Bali, Indonesia
Como Shambhala Estate in Bali is a residential health retreat that offers different treatments to improve body, mind, and spirit. The estate offers various wellness programs incorporating different lengths of stay with therapies aimed towards a specific purpose. They include the Bespoke Health Program that targets a particular concern; the Ayurvedic Program which uses ancient, healing techniques for body and mind; and a Cleansing Program to cleanse the body of toxins accumulated through a bad diet and polluted environments. The Get Fit Program and Rejuvenation Program combine the beneficial effects of beauty and spa treatments with healthy eating and positive thinking to help recapture youth, while the Stress Management Program is designed to make positive, lifestyle changes to combat the pressures of the busy modern world.

Hanafubuki, Shizuoka, Japan
Experience the Japanese art of healing with six hot springs, known as Onsen, located in the forest. By appreciating the nature of Japan and the hot spring’s water, guests are relaxed and healed mentally and physically by the natural, healing powers. Long-term use of Onsen has natural effects that cure neuralgia, poor blood circulation, and many gynecological diseases.

Jirung Health Village, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Guests are provided with health care based on Oriental wisdom that balances mental attitudes in order to achieve happiness, fulfillment, and protection from illness. Treatments include nutrition and wellness programs, as well as activities designed to rejuvenate and restore healthful, bodily functions. These treatments are simple practices that can be applied to clients’ daily activities back home in order to continue the benefits and maintain balance in everyday work and social environments. Additionally, “Personal Coaching” is provided to create effective programs and methods suited to each person’s individual needs. The beautiful and relaxed environment of Chiang Mai promotes a memorable, healthful, holiday experience.

Kamalaya, Samui, Thailand
Recently voted the “Best Wellness Retreat” by the Spa Asia Crystal Awards, this resort is surrounded by lush green forests, streams, and boulders while overlooking an exquisite private cove. It is renowned as one of the world’s most beautiful detox destinations. Stay in earthy yet well-appointed villas with naturopaths and traditional Chinese medical and allopathic doctors at your disposal. Their seven-day Essential Detox Retreat includes seven nights accommodation, transfers, all-organic meals and juices, nutritional supplements, herbs and homeopathic remedies, one BIA analysis, six infrared saunas, seven spa treatments, cooking classes, educational discussions, and cleansing and holistic activities.

Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai, Thailand
The Dheva Spa offers a range of renewing, spa programs and packages designed to indulge those looking for physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Guests will be pampered and emerge totally relaxed and rejuvenated. The Dheva Spa offers treatments adapted from traditional oriental practices, which can be experienced in half a day. More comprehensive wellness programs start from three days and onward. Programs are customized according to personal needs. Professional therapists are trained in anatomy and healing by in-house doctors and health specialists.

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