HEALTH & WELLNESS IN NEED OF A LITTLE TLC THIS MONTH? FROM OPTING FOR AN ETHICALLY MINDED SALON TO BRAVING THE OUTDOORS IN A HOT TUB, HERE ʼ S OUR ROUND-UP OF ALL THE LATEST WELL-BEING OFFERINGS IN CAMBRIDGESHIRE
REFRESH AT NEW SALON
to create an ethical working environment for the workers, as well as the products and practices. The object is to create a salon that has as low carbon and chemical impact as possible, but also has a high end, contemporary and bespoke environment for its clientele,” says Hollie. She now specialises in vegan, organic, low-chemical hair colour, while Vanessa is a beauty and aesthetics specialist with years of experience working in Cambridge. Treatments on offer include bio sculpture nails which use vegan, non-toxic gel, plus haircare by ethical brand Organic Colour Systems, and waxing, threading, massage and bespoke facials. The duo are always open to ideas for new services they could offer as well – and to make it extra convenient, the salon is open until 9.30pm three nights a week, which is perfect for squeezing in that cut, colour or treatment after work in the week. refreshcambridge.com
Recently opened on Mill Road, new salon Re:fresh offers a full complement of hair and beauty treatments with an ethical, organic approach. Wherever possible, everything used at the salon is biodegradable, recycled and ethically sourced – from styling products right the way down to the Fairtrade teas and coffees they serve. This ethical approach extends to the business practices and treatment of staff, too, which was crucial for founders Hollie and Vanessa from the outset. “Everyone within the salon is self-employed and everyone pays sustainable and fair weekly rent, but can work the hours they need throughout it to help accommodate a life outside work,” explains Hollie, who learned her craft as a hairdresser at Errol Douglas in Knightsbridge before going on to work as a hairdresser for musicians, fashion shows and magazines shoots. “It’s just as important to us
NEW AT Y SPA
A spa day is the perfect boost for body and mind – something we all might like in the midst of winter. The multi award-winning Y Spa, located at The Waterfront Hotel, Wyboston Lakes, is a fantastic local option, offering good value spa days and treatments together with impressive facilities. With its Thermal Spa suite (comprising a soft sauna, Rasul, salt cabin, steam room and more), experience showers, ‘frost wall’ and stunning outdoor hydrotherapy pool – not to mention chill-out rooms with bubble beds – a spa day here is a one-way ticket to blissful relaxation. Both the newMurad Wellness Day and Elemis Refresh Day are designed to make you feel amazing, and include a two-course lunch, a treatment, time to relax in the Thermal Spa and a free branded gift. They’re priced at £74 per person. yspa.co.uk
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