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Our bodies are incredible powerhouses – made up of complex systems of veins, arteries, nerves and organs, our bodies work hard to maintain the level of nutrition we so desperately need to survive while simultaneously expelling everyday toxins from the body. One of the most important entities responsible for this transaction is the lymphatic system, the network of vessels through which lymph (the fluid that helps push toxins out of your system) drains from the tissues and into the blood. In many countries across the globe, lymphatic drainage massage is a regularly practiced technique used in doctors’ offices and hospitals...

Okay be honest with me, if you could loose a few inches by slathering yourself in oil and putting on a rather interesting looking silver suit, would you do it? Even if you are a bit of a gym bunny, I think the idea of utilising your down time to the max is pretty tempting. This is the idea behind the Shrinking Violet home kit* (RRP £129). If you aren’t already familiar with the brand, they are best known for the Shrinking Violet Professional Body Wrap that is used in salons around the country. They are really popular with celebrities...

All industries fear change.  Change is often seen as the threat beyond our control.  What goes on in the business world around us is more than we can control. But more change in the business world leads to more opportunity. The developments in the Day Spa and growing medical Spa fields are no different. We often talk with beauty therapists and spa owners that are concerned about keeping competitive with the high-tech and often high expense of the medical Spa market.  But, what is happening in the Spa world is more of an evolution into specialisation than a turn towards the great ice age...

Before I delve into the world of Shrinking Violet stretch mark prevention and reduction, there’s a couple of things I want to share with you. Firstly, you are certainly not alone. Be it from puberty, hormone changes, pregnancy or rapid weight loss, most women will get stretch marks at some point in their lives. Secondly, as with most things, prevention is more effective than removal. The earlier you begin your stretch mark prevention routine, the more you will be protected from developing stretch marks, that can also show up on your thighs, bottom and upper arms. Last but, not least,...

Cellulite affects most women at some point of time in their lives regardless of their build, weight or health issues. While some women opt for result-driven machines that help reduce cellulite (cavitation), there are many who would first like to try reducing cellulite naturally.One of the best ways to do this naturally is through having regular Shrinking Violet Anti-Cellulite Massages.Here’s why: Cellulite appears because of fat that gets accumulated under the skin to form lumps. These lumps are usually caused by poor blood circulation, fluid retention, and inefficient lymphatic drainage. In order to reverse this, you need to break down...