Facials – Face the New Year with Origin

Facials – Face the New Year with Origin

by | Jan 1, 2020 | Facials & Skincare

A Positive Outlook

 

Eleanor Roosevelt famously said, “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”  Some of your dreams may be big and bold, and some may even seem impossible to achieve on the face of it. We believe that reaching your dreams starts when you re-imagine today.  Here is the first is our series of nine tips for making your dreams a reality in 2020:
 
Tip#1 – Be Positive
The more positive you are, the more you will be open to exciting opportunities and success.  Happy New Year!
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Be Confident

 

To succeed you need to believe in yourself. Self-confidence can help you to take on the world with more energy, and result in better relationships and a feeling of being connected with your surroundings.   Here is the second in our series of five tips for making your dreams a reality in 2020:
 
Tip#2: Be confident
Both men and women feel confident when they look good – and looking good starts with healthy glowing skin.
Face the New Year with confidence. Book a rejuvenating 30-minute Esse Express Facial.
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A Sense of Fun

 

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Many of us know this profound truth:  Through hard work anything is possible.  But, in order to benefit from work-life balance it is as important to also know that people who truly reach their dreams in the most profound way, have fun along the way. Here is tip three for making your dreams a reality in 2020:

Tip#3: Make every step fun
Face the New Year with a sense of fun and creating your dreams will become easier as you are inspired to take each new step.
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Loving support

 

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It is said that we are the sum of the people we hang out with, so surround yourself with positive friends and role models who believe in themselves – and you to reach your dreams.  Here is tip number four in making your dreams a reality in 2020:
 
 
Tip#4: Surround yourself with supportive people
Spend time, regularly, in the company of good friend. We think spending a morning at Origin Wellness Spa is a great way to indulge in quality time with someone special.
Book yourselves a revitalising 60-minute Baobab Tree Vitamin C treatment. 
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Focus forward

 

Your dreams may not materialise overnight, so it is important to ‘focus forward’ by visualising awesome future opportunities.  Have you ever slept on a problem and then woken to the answer?  When you visualise your dream before it happens, your sub-conscious responds, bringing to the fore what needs to be done. Tip number five for making your dreams a reality in 2020 is:
 
Tip#5: Focus forward
Focusing forward takes quality thinking time. Treat yourself to regular, quality ‘me time’ at Origin Wellness Spa – perfect for visualising your dreams.
Treat yourself to some quality ‘me time’ and book a 60-minute Honeybush Hydrating & Rejuvenating Facial.
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Good Health

 

A healthy mind and body affects every area of our life.  Fitting in exercise and healthy eating into a busy schedule is not easy, but if you’re looking for the extra confidence and motivation to achieve your dreams, it is one of the most vital things you can choose to do.  Tip six in making your dreams a reality is:
 
 
Tip#6:  Pursue good health
Massage can be a powerful tool to help you take charge of your health. Studies demonstrate that it is an effective treatment for reducing stress, anxiety, pain and muscle tension. 
Book a relaxing 60-minute Swedish Massage to work away tension and relieve stress.
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Sense of Adventure

Life is an exciting journey.  When pursuing your dreams don’t follow a path made by someone else, rather blaze a trail of your own for others to follow. Tip number eight for working towards reaching your dream is:
 
 
Tip#7:  See life as an adventure
 An adventure will involve challenging oneself and trying out new things – and every adventurer needs a tranquil oasis like Origin Wellness Spa at which to relax and recharge.
Book a 60-minute Kigelia African Firming, Healing & Brightening Facial.
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Face the year being an inspiration to others

It is a gift to help others to realise their dreams. The fact is that our greatest successes in life often come through helping others to succeed – and when you focus on helping others succeed your eventual reward will always be far greater than what it cost you. Our seventh tip for making your dreams a reality is:

Tip#8: Be an inspiration to others

There is evidence that helping others is actually beneficial for your own mental health and wellbeing. We believe that in helping others to reach their dream, you will reach your own.

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Treat your feet before you go out on the town

It’s New Year’s Eve and time to head out to dance the night away before welcoming in the New Year.  Before you do, why not treat your feet?  Book a foot massage and scrub before letting us give you a gorgeous Spa Pedicure, so you can confidently put your best foot forward on the dance floor tonight.  Happy New Year!

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Autumn & Winter Skincare Advice

Autumn & Winter Skincare Advice

by | May 10, 2019 | Facials & Skincare

Hello autumn! You don’t have to say goodbye to glowing summer skin

Hello autumn! You don’t have to say goodbye to glowing summer skin
 
Winter is on its way, bringing with it cold temperatures and chilly winds that are tough on our skins.  Staying indoors doesn’t help because indoor heating tends to deplete our skin of its natural moisture, leaving it dry and lacking in lustre. Protect your skin against the harshness of winter by drinking a lot of water or warm herbal teas, and adding more intensive moisturisers to your daily full-body skin care routine.
 
Our Hydrating Facial helps to improve dry, flaky and dehydrated skin.
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Choose your winter cleanser carefully

Choose your winter cleanser carefully

Winter is a time when you should be focused on protecting your skin’s moisture. Some facial cleansers can strip your skin of natural oils and dry it out. Over time this can lead to an increase in visible lines and wrinkles.   We recommend you swap your gel or foam cleanser for an ultra-hydrating cream or oil-based cleanser.

At the start of winter treat yourself to our Purifying and Deep Cleansing Facial with extractions.  It helps to clear clogged pores and other skin impurities.

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Intensify your winter moisturising routine

Intensify your winter moisturising routine

Your summer moisturising routine will probably not be enough to keep winter skin at bay over the chilly months. Your skin will most likely need more moisture, more often.

  1. If you usually use a moisturising lotion, you may need to switch to a moisturising cream.
  2. Moisturising is particularly important at night, even for oily skin, as your face loses more moisture overnight than at any other part of the day.
  3. Regularly apply a hydrating facial mask.

The same goes for your whole body!  Treat yourself to our Aromatherapy Massage with highly concentrated plant oils added to the massage oil. This promotes relaxation, decongestion and healing.

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Don’t skip sunscreen this winter

Don’t skip sunscreen this winter
 
Though you may be less exposed to the sun in winter, this does not mean you should stop protecting your skin from the sun’s rays altogether in sunny South Africa. Some moisturisers do have a built in sunscreen, so make sure yours carries an SPF (sun protection factor) of 15 or higher.
 
Has languishing in the summer sun left you with uneven pigmentation?  At the start of winter treat yourself to our Corrective Facial for uneven pigmentation and combination skin types.
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Exfoliate to reveal your all-year-round summer glow

Exfoliate to reveal your all-year-round summer glow
 
Exfoliation, or removing the oldest dead skin cells on the skin’s outermost surface, will bring back a summer glow that is so often lost during the winter months.  However, don’t overdo it – if you do choose to exfoliate, keep it to once a week if you have dry or normal skin, or twice a week if your skin is oily.
 
Our Origin Man Facial includes double exfoliation and extractions to relieve the discomfort of shaving.
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Hey sugar – try a natural sugar scrub

Hey sugar – try a natural sugar scrub to prevent chapped lips this winter!
 
Chapped lips are a winter curse. We recommend you stave off dry, flaky skin on your lips with a homemade sugar scrub. Simply mix some regular sugar with coconut oil, and rub gently on your lips once a day. You can add a little honey for its healing properties.
 
Feel like your whole face could use pre-winter revitalising? Book a Hello Pumpkin Enzyme Skin Peel with its natural exfoliation treatment for rejuvenating, clarifying and purifying your skin.
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Take cooler, shorter showers 

Take cooler, shorter showers to protect your skin this winter
 
Hot showers feel great in winter, but hot water saps skin of its natural oils. Try to limit any long, hot showers or baths to once or twice a week, and choose to shower in lukewarm water for the rest of the week.  Apply moisturising cream immediately after patting your skin dry.
 
Not only is deep tissue massage a great antidote for accumulated stress, massage therapy has been proven to improve skin hydration that will see your skin glow in the winter months.
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Eat healthily and stay hydrated 

Eat healthily and stay hydrated for glowing skin this winter
 
Your skin can be affected by many factors, which include climate, environmental pollution, your health and the food you eat. Simple sugars and carbohydrates can stimulate adverse reactions in your skin that may lead to acne breakouts. Avoid these sugars and carbs in your daily diet because healthier, stronger skin cells retain more moisture and have a more supple form, so skin won’t crack with dryness.
 
Feed your skin this winter with our Baobab Tree Vitamin C treatment which visibly firms, tightens, brightens your skin while refining your pores.
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Protect your skin against winter with a regular facial 

Protect your skin against winter with a regular facial
 
Many professional facial treatments seal in a layer of vitamins and antioxidants that will help to protect your skin against harsh winter elements.  To combat dull winter skin, we recommend a professional facial about every three to four weeks using top quality skin care products.  In addition to helping you to feel relaxed and refreshed, a facial will give your skin a wonderful instant glow. 
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It’s time for a facial doll!

It’s time for a facial doll!

by | Mar 27, 2019 | Facials & Skincare

April Facial & Massage

To kick start our facial focus this month, we have an amazing special for you!

Book a facial and back massage for only R590, valid for the month of April.
Was R800 so you save R210!!

And, we have gift vouchers available too, so you can gift it to someone special.

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Reasons to book a facial

Looking after your skin is so important, especially when it comes to longevity.

Holding back the onset of wrinkles, and keeping your skin hydrated and clean can be as easy as paying attention.

Regular facials are one way and this month we are encouraging everyone to invest in their skin!

Reasons to invest in regular facial treatments:

  • It reduces stress and relieves distress
  • Gives your skin a real proper cleanse
  • Holds back premature ageing
  • Promotes Blood Circulation
  • Detoxifies your skin
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Knowing Your Skin Type

There are 4 basic skin types:

  • Normal
  • Dry
  • Oily
  • Combination

Knowing your skin type is very important when it comes to choosing the right skin care products. If you are unsure of your skin type, come chat to us and we will match you up with our Esse range of skincare products.

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Why use a toner?

  1. It’s like a drink of water for your skin – apply onto damp skin and just feel those cells lap up the moisture
  2. Helps to remove chlorine and minerals found in tap water
  3. Toners balance the Ph in your skin
  4. Used with your normal skin care products, toner can help with oil control, blood circulation and destroying bacteria that causes acne.
  5. A good toner will create a healthy barrier to protect and nurture the skin

We recommend alcohol-free toner. Chat to us about further skin care tips.

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Your sleep habits could be ruining your skin.

Here are some tips that will help you wake up with healthy skin:

  • Cleansing at night is key
  • Wash your makeup off earlier in the evening
  • Moisturise every night and every morning
  • Use products that bring out the natural elements in your skin
  • Sleep on clean linen – changing once a week is ideal
  • Elevate your head when sleeping
  • Get enough sleep – at least 6-7 hours

Enquire about our Esse facial products to boost your skin’s natural ingredients.

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