Befriend your Loofah

Applying lotions or exfoliates to the body can improve circulation. To really boost your glow, try exfoliating with a natural loofah.

Using "ayate" (a Mexican fabric) as a loofah is a Mexican tradition used to exfoliate the skin and stimulate the circulatory system.

Scrub in a circular motion and follow by applying a moisturizer of your choice. The use of an anti-cellulite cream will yield better results.
Note: In place of a loofah, a two-sided brush can be used. One side of the brush will be used for a dry exfoliation and the other, to activate blood circulation.

Body exfoliation/scrub book your treatment now!

Change Up Your Routine to Re-Route Your Mind

* Select treatments that stretch your boundaries and intrigue you.

* Most importantly, take time to relax. Just as it takes a few days on holiday to relax, it also takes some time to truly let go of day-today troubles when you arrive at a spa. Plan to arrive early for your treatment and enjoy the many amenities that spas have to offer. And savor your time after your treatment; rushing back into the real world can sometimes undo all the good you've done, so perhaps allow time for a cup of tea and a nap in the sun.

Mind detox is taking charge of your life and thoughts and transforming your negative and self-defeating beliefs and attitudes into inspired energy and action.

We've all seen and lived undeniable proof of the power of the mind. We're familiar with the notion that our thoughts make our reality and ultimately control the direction of our life. We've all heard that whatever we focus on expands. The majority of great self-development teachers have confirmed these facts.

Mind detox is about you getting rid of the mental obstacles and self-imposed limitations that stand in the way of your self-fulfilment and the fulfilment of your dreams.

Treat Your Feet!

We are well into flip-flop season. Are you still hiding your unpolished toes in socks? Or worse--are you walking around in sexy sandals showing off your calluses? Get with the season and treat your feet to some summer loving! Shizuka Bernstein, owner of SHIZUKA Spa says that the best way to get rid of ugly calluses and make your feet smooth and even smelling sweet is to whip up a simple summertime concoction using ingredients from your refrigerator! Heres her summertime callous crusher:

DO-IT-YOURSELF
WHAT: Crystallized Honey Exfoliating Foot Scrub
THE INGREDIENTS: equal parts olive oil, crystallized honey, rice bran, dark syrup
HOW TO MAKE IT AND USE IT: Combine olive oil (softens and works as an anti-inflammatory), crystallized honey (exfoliates, helps feet retains moisture), rice bran (moisturizes, balances sebum), and dark syrup (moisturizes, brightens, cleanses). Stir until are ingredients are combined. Cleanse your feet with water. Apply the soothing mix to your feet and scrub it in for 5 minutes. Wash off the sticky concoction and your feet will be callous free!

Last but not least, if you have never had your feet massaged try Reflexology.

Drink Plenty of Water

We’re all familiar with the dangers of –even minor- dehydration by now.
If the body is not sufficiently hydrated, the cells will draw water from the bloodstream, thus pressurizing and burdening the heart. Even mild dehydration prevents the kidneys from effectively purifying the blood.

When this happens, some of the kidney's workload is passed on to the liver and other organs, and may cause them to be severely stressed. Minor health conditions such as constipation, dry and itchy skin, acne, nosebleeds, urinary tract infections, coughs, sneezing, sinus problems and headache may develop as a consequence.

It is no secret that drinking 2 litres of water a day can dramatically improve your health, and the signs will be obvious: Glowing complexion and clear skin, better immunity, better digestion, less aches and pains, weight loss, less cellulite, better concentration and renewed vitality and energy.

Most detox regimes recommend flooding the body with purified or filtered water, rather than the bottled kind. Infusing the body with water will immediately stimulate your kidneys, liver and digestive system’s (primary detox organs) functions. It will boost your metabolism, which in turn accelerates toxin and fat elimination.

Water fasts are highly praised for cleansing, and are regularly practised by keen detox advocates. However, fasting is not to be taken lightly, and any fast longer than 48 hours should be medically supervised.

**Ask about the health and beauty benefits of KANGEN alkaline water and enjoy some at your next appointment."

Detox Bath

An equally powerful water detox method is the Detox Bath.

Based on an ancestral detox technique created by Louis Kuhne of Leipzig in 1883, (who used it to treat his own cancer and heal thousands of often-serious diseases), the Detox Bath uses ONLY water and can take as little as 10 minutes a day.

The Detox Bath's working principle is to refresh the core area of the body (around the groin and genitals) during 10 minutes daily or longer, depending on your initial condition, and the results you seek to achieve. This process creates a vibration in the fascia (Interconnecting tissue covering all internal organs), which accelerates toxin and fat elimination.

Why Is The Detox Bath So Powerful?

Besides its toxin and fat elimination action, the Detox Bath's potency resides in the fact that:

1- It works on the groin area, one of the highest nerve-concentration areas in the body, hence its positive effect on mood, sleep and energy.
2- The groin houses main arteries, so the bath greatly improves blood circulation and digestion.
3- It stimulates the root chakra, which governs sexual energy and reproductive organs. It helps regulate the menstrual cycle, and has been used by Louis Kuhne to treat impotence. It is also beneficial for low libido and menopausal symptoms.

Practiced regularly, the Detox Bath, (based on Louis Kuhne’s friction sitz bath) supports the body’s elimination capacity, effectively ridding it of toxins and fat. It boosts metabolism and digestion; improves sleep, energy and mood, and promotes clear skin and radiant complexion.

Conclusion

Detox is not -and never will be- an instant, magical fix. Detox is an ongoing process, which provides tremendous health benefits, that you can enjoy starting today, by simply using water…

A regular practice of a combination of the 3 -almost free- and completely safe water detox methods above is the only detox regime you’ll ever need to effectively eliminate toxins and fat, and enjoy a lifetime of radiant health.

HOW TO DETOX YOUR RELATIONSHIP

Once the romance and perfection of the falling in love phase passes, most of us settle into a comfortable, predictable groove in our long-term relationships. We get to know each other on deeper levels, we experience more challenges and struggles, and of course, we learn how to push each other's buttons. Unfortunately, unspoken resentments, criticisms, and half-truths create toxins in relationships. They build up between the two of you, not unlike they do in your body.

If you aren't consciously filling your relationship with positive, nurturing energy, take the next ten minutes to consider the following: Are you harboring anger or resentment? Like that daily cup of coffee or glass of wine, little gripes add up over time. Do you need to get something off your chest? Remember, the unspoken is a heavy burden on both of you. Finally, when was the last time you expressed genuine gratitude to your partner for their role in your life? Don't wait for a special occasion, studies show that appreciation is the biggest factor in predicting relationship success. Schedule a date with your beloved, lay your �toxins' on the table and recommit to keeping your relationship healthy, happy and toxin-free.

Try 'mindful hugging' before work tomorrow. This non-verbal communication technique helps you connect and lowers your heart rate, allowing you to get out of your head and into your body.

Numerous studies have shown how important great sex is in an intimate relationship. Yet, for many this aspect of their relationship goes neglected. Research has shown that making love not only increases pleasure and intimacy, it also helps foster mental and physical health.