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the definition of true beauty…

By Catharine Nicol 14 July 2018 beauty+fragrance, experts+events, fitness, home, meditation, nutrition, retreats, spas, wellness, yoga
the definition of true beauty…

“’Beauty’ is such a loaded word, but true Beauty is the result of an abundance of your own innate life force,” believes Guru Jarat. And I agree. “When that energy is…

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anxiety and insomnia are no match for this tranquil massage

By catharine 22 August 2017 beauty+fragrance, home, indulgence, meditation, skincare, spas
anxiety and insomnia are no match for this tranquil massage

Jetlag? Stress? An overwhelming urge to press pause and hibernate for a few days? The Strand has the perfect treatment for you… After a summer spent in the British countryside…

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mini retreat at chuan body + soul

By catharine 9 August 2017 beauty+fragrance, experts, fitness, home, indulgence, skincare, spas
mini retreat at chuan body + soul

Walk up the beautifully lit catwalk to Chuan Body + Soul’s reception and you’ll find one of the city’s most stunningly designed, teeny-tiny, gym-pool-spa sanctuaries. I was there to explore the recently…

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emotional healing at london’s classiest new spa

By catharine 2 August 2017 home, indulgence, spas, wellness
emotional healing at london’s classiest new spa

Stunning design, amenities and TLC at The Lanesborough Club & Spa… When you fill in a spa questionnaire that asks you what you’d like to focus on, and instead of…

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Hair secrets uncovered, with Lisa Caddy

By catharine 28 May 2017 experts, experts+events, home
Hair secrets uncovered, with Lisa Caddy

How much do you actually know about the silky tresses that hold the power to make you feel incredibly sexy or the bad hair day craziness that unravels your confidence?…

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it’s a beautiful world – natural & organic products asia 2016

By catharine 24 August 2016 experts+events, home, nutrition, skincare
it’s a beautiful world – natural & organic products asia 2016

Showcasing the best of the best, from 31st August to 2nd September the third edition of the Natural & Organic Products Asia (NOPA) expo will take place at the Hong…

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mcbeauty – but I think it works…

By catharine 12 January 2016 beauty+fragrance, home, skincare
mcbeauty – but I think it works…

I’m going to call my facial at Skin Laundry’s little room at Lane Crawford clinical. Challenging. But also efficient. And possibly beneficial. It’s tough to be sure after one treatment,…

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the most pampering bar in town

By catharine 20 August 2015 beauty+fragrance, home, spas
the most pampering bar in town

Front row seats overlooking Victoria Harbour, champagne on tap and fine art (in miniature)… Sounds like Hong Kong’s coolest hang out. And it is. The Nail Bar at the Four Seasons Hong…

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new his ‘n’ hers in hk

By catharine 24 December 2014 beauty+fragrance, home, skincare
new his ‘n’ hers in hk

Be the ultimate power couple with these grooming products, hitting the shelves at Joyce Beauty just in time for the party season. Fresh from the Uk they bring the latest…

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deliciously healthy christmas gifts

By catharine 15 December 2014 home, skincare, spas
deliciously healthy christmas gifts

Here at spas+beyond we’re feeling the Christmas spirit! So here are some super health-boosting, beauty-fying, taste bud-tempting and all round delicious treats that will make you feel good and look even…

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chocolate, tea and expertise

By catharine 3 December 2014 beauty+fragrance, home, nutrition, skincare
chocolate, tea and expertise

I love the idea of this indulgent mix of dark chocolate truffle fondue, house blended tea or coffee and a personal skin consultation – it’s the perfect afternoon treat after…

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holistic health at avani bkk

By catharine 2 December 2014 home, News
holistic health at avani bkk

AVANI Atrium Bangkok has just opened up in the Thai capital. Anantara’s ‘young’ hotel brand is pared down to the essentials while tuned in to the wifi generation with their…

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huge congrats to the winners of the 10th asiaspa awards!

By catharine 25 November 2014 experts+events, home, News, spas
huge congrats to the winners of the 10th asiaspa awards!

The AsiaSpa Awards 2014 was another classic AsiaSpa event – high-octane, super-glam and networking-tastic, with one mad Japanese theme, two floors of champagne-fuelled fun, endless sake shots and the best…

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the french paradox at caudalie, hong kong

By catharine 30 October 2014 beauty+fragrance, experts+events, home, skincare, spas, wellness
the french paradox at caudalie, hong kong

Caudalie’s new spa is a doozy, a sweet satellite of their gorgeous Bordeaux resort Les Sources. Right at the start of super-hip Gough Street, it’s tough to pass the arched…

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lasting tlc from singapore’s damai spa

By catharine 17 August 2014 beauty+fragrance, experts, home, skincare, spas 6,116 Comments
lasting tlc from singapore’s damai spa

When your face looks as tired as you feel, it’s time to let the pros take over. Nature, space and tranquility, TLC from everyone you meet and intelligent, beneficial treatments…

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hong kong’s most stylish secret spa

By catharine 5 July 2014 beauty+fragrance, home, skincare, spas 4,629 Comments
hong kong’s most stylish secret spa

It’s luxurious and hushed. It’s beautiful. It’s curvy and sexy. It’s elegant. The Biologique Recherche Haute Couture Flagship Spa in Hong Kong’s Kowloon is part showroom, part bar, part spa.…

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on the london scent trail… avery fine perfumery

By kate o'brien 3 June 2014 beauty+fragrance, home 3,033 Comments
on the london scent trail… avery fine perfumery

Tucked away on a little cobbled lane in London’s Mayfair is Avery Fine Perfumery, a showcase for artistic perfumery. A traditional aviary typically houses birds; those presented at Avery Fine…

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best juice detoxes in hong kong

By catharine 28 May 2014 home, wellness 1,514 Comments
best juice detoxes in hong kong

Ask anyone trying to kick-start their diet and fitness program for the summer, and you may find they are convinced that juice detoxes or cleanses are the way to go. We…

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nealy fischer – born to spread wellness

By catharine 22 May 2014 experts, experts+events, fitness, home, wellness 2,426 Comments
nealy fischer – born to spread wellness

This weekend a stellar collection of lifestyle and wellness household names fly in to Hong Kong for the MAYYA Urban Wellness Retreat. A 24-hour wellness smorgasbord of nutrition, fitness, yoga and…

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jo malone: lessons on life

By kate o'brien 20 May 2014 beauty+fragrance, experts, home 4,908 Comments
jo malone: lessons on life

  ‘The same heartbeat but two different brands,’ is how Jo Malone cleverly differentiates between the eponymous Jo Malone and her latest venture, Jo Loves. Few will not recognize the…

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