10 mindfulness and relaxation ideas from gifts to getaways
From physical health to inner wellness, spend some time focusing on you this winter
Whether you’re looking to escape to a mindful retreat, or to reinvent your look with a bespoke hairbrush or new scent, we’ve got the products and places to keep you feeling your best.
Reduce the signs of tiredness with this amazing supplement
Myrkl (pronounced ‘miracle’) is a food supplement designed for those who want to enjoy a great night out while still remaining productive the next day. Myrkl is the result of more than 30 years of research and development by Swedish company De Faire Medical. The formula, which could potentially boost your productivity and wellbeing, contains a blend of high-performing bacteria, L-cysteine and vitamin B12. The latter contributes to the reduction of fatigue as well as the support of normal energy-yielding metabolism, normal function of the nervous system, homocysteine metabolism, psychological function, red blood cell formulation and function of the immune system. Myrkl contains both prebiotics and probiotics and is suitable for vegans and vegetarians.
New customers can take 15% off their first order with code HEALTH. Valid until 31 December 2023
Enhance your nutritional expertise with an online course
If you’re looking to embark on a career in nutrition, from dietary educator to nutritional therapist, enrolling on an accredited course is essential. Gaining a sophisticated understanding of theoretical and clinical personalised nutrition will help you to guide your clients towards making effective and lasting lifestyle changes, and the Institute for Optimum Nutrition (ION) is on hand to help you to achieve this. With courses ranging from Diet and Health to a BSc (Hons) in Nutritional Therapy, you’ll be able to immerse yourself in the wonders of nutrition. As the course offers flexible study options, you’ll be able to balance your learning alongside other commitments.
Prepare yourself for success beyond graduation and book a one-to-one call or join an open event
Kit out your home gym with versatile equipment
Prefer working out at home rather than in the gym? Having safe and high-quality equipment is essential to any good workout, and Ironmaster is dedicated to providing customers with an excellent fitness experience. Each product has been designed to be versatile and convenient, preventing you from having to buy multiple pieces of equipment, and freeing up your space. The Quick-Lock Adjustable Dumbbells save space compared to a rack of fixed weights and use plates and locking screws that can be used with other Ironmaster products, including an adjustable kettlebell. Meanwhile, the Super Bench PRO is an adjustable weight bench, so you can set it up in various positions and with a large range of attachments for different exercises.
Save time, money and space in your home gym and head to Ironmaster to select your kit.
Fuel your day with a vegan superfood blend
Vegan Is Us is an online plant-based nutrition company that offers a range of superfood blends made with organic fruits, seeds, vegetables and herbs. With all products being vegan, plastic-free, gluten-free and free from artificial additives, each blend has been devised to care for you and the environment.
Receive a 10% discount on your purchase using code Extra 10 (offer ends 28 November 2023)
Shop luxury fragrances from the comfort of home
Fragrances can be more powerful than you might think. Aromas can connect us to a familiar place, emotion or person, and can possibly even impact our mood. Created for fragrance enthusiasts, Parfum Muse is an ecommerce platform that offers the finest luxe fragrances and mists, from home to body scents, that can be beautifully wrapped and delivered right to your door. Doing all the hard work for you, the website offers a curated list of fragrances, so all you need to do is pick the scent that suits you best. If you’re a fan of the comforting aroma of vanilla, try out the BDK Parfums Gris Charnel Extrait Eau de Parfum, which has a woody, spicy edge underlined with Madagascan vanilla.
Care for your locks with a new hairbrush
Hair care is the ultimate self-care. While many people search for the best products to cleanse and nourish their hair, some may forget to consider the importance of owning a well-crafted hairbrush. Mason Peason has been handmaking hairbrushes for over 130 years and has retained both its classic design and excellent reputation. Offering various brushes suited to different hair types, the brand is dedicated to ensuring that you stimulate the production of your hair’s natural oils through your brush. From boar bristle brushes made for fine hair to nylon brushes suited to thicker hair, each product aims to promote healthier locks for a smooth and soft finish.
Help maintain your overall wellbeing with a daily multivitamin
Containing a combination of vitamins, minerals, digestive enzymes, probiotics and beta glucans, Verity Labs’ Everyday Woman Multi Nutrient has been created to prevent people from taking multiple products a day. The vegan multivitamin comprises 35 key ingredients, including vitamin D3, iron and cranberry, as well as zinc, which can help to maintain normal bones, skin and nails, and vitamin B6, thought to contribute to the regulation of hormonal activity.
Tackle a skin problem fast at a private dermatology clinic
Trained to meet the NHS’s rigorous standards, City Dermatology Clinic’s consultant surgeons and dermatologists can quickly tend to your needs. One of the few centres treating both adults and children, the clinic specialises in cosmetic and medical procedures. Among its most popular services are minor skin surgery or mole checks. If you’ve got a lump or bump that’s worrying you, you could benefit from the ‘same day see and treat service’, which aims to offer a consultation and the proper procedure on the same day. Dr Jana Torres-Grau, Dr Georgios Pafitanis and senior clinician Dr Andreea Anton are on hand to deal with your concerns.
Reset in a tropical wellness retreat
Set in a lush tropical rainforest where 200-year-old trees have been carefully preserved, the One&Only Mandarina in Mexico is known for its wellness rituals and commitment to sustainable development. With the resort dedicated to keeping its surroundings undisturbed, you can stay in treehouses perched amid the canopies, accompanied by private terraces and plunge pools. Inspired by both progressive and ancient healing practices, the One&Only Spa offers mindfulness and yoga classes that have been designed to put your inner self first, as well as guided outdoor meditation classes and early morning jungle hikes.
Embark on a one-of-a-kind wellness escape
Regain your confidence with fuller hair
Being unhappy with your hair can be extremely frustrating. If you struggle with fine or thinning hair, it can often feel like there’s nothing that can be done to achieve fuller locks, but worry not, as Growth Bomb’s AHA Scalp Exfoliant is on hand to help. Packed with fruit extracts, AHAs and yerba maté extract, the exfoliant has been designed to make hair feel thicker and look fuller. Simply apply the product before you shampoo, leave for two to three minutes and rinse well.
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