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Supplements vs spa: What actually improves stress, sleep and recovery?

Supplements vs spa: What actually improves stress, sleep and recovery?

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12 January 2026
Wellness has entered its optimisation era, with magnesium, adaptogens and nootropics dominating routines. However, how do supplements compare with spa therapies like massage, thermal bathing and hydrotherapy for stress, sleep and recovery? We explore the evidence-aware differences—and why the most powerful approach might not be either/or, but stacking both together.
One day to recharge: How to structure a spa day for maximum mental reset

One day to recharge: How to structure a spa day for maximum mental reset

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09 December 2025
For the time-poor and stressed out amongst us, a well-planned spa day itinerary isn’t just a luxury, it’s a meaningful way to reset your body, calm your nervous system and return to work feeling refreshed and mentally clear.
Recovery stacks: What athletes are using and where spa therapy fits in

Recovery stacks: What athletes are using and where spa therapy fits in

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08 January 2026
In this article we look at some of the most popular tools athletes are using for recovery, what they do, and where spa therapy fits in for real, measurable benefits.
Longevity lifestyles: How spa rituals and supplements are merging into the next big wellness trend

Longevity lifestyles: How spa rituals and supplements are merging into the next big wellness trend

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07 January 2026
The idea of healthy ageing has evolved from niche biohacks into full-blown longevity lifestyles, combining cutting-edge science, experiential wellness and transformative travel.
Men and spas in 2026: Why male wellness is mainstream

Men and spas in 2026: Why male wellness is mainstream

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06 January 2026
In 2026, male wellness isn’t just a trend — it’s a lifestyle. Men are booking spa experiences for recovery, performance, stress management and social wellness, reshaping an industry that was once thought to be the domain of women and reshaping it for everybody.
A 2026 guide to work and wellness: How spa days fit into hybrid and remote work life

A 2026 guide to work and wellness: How spa days fit into hybrid and remote work life

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05 January 2026
With wellbeing for remote workers top of mind, this guide looks at why spa days are becoming an essential part of our approach to self-care.
Spa gifts for people who need to de-stress

Spa gifts for people who need to de-stress

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19 December 2025
Stress doesn’t just live in your head, so to speak; it affects your whole body - your energy, your mood, and even the way you show up for the people you love. For anyone feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or just a bit on-edge, a spa gift is more than a luxury; it’s an invitation to pause, reset, and reconnect with a calmer version of themselves. Here’s why a spa gift is one of the most impactful stress-relief gestures you can give.
Spa gifts for people who are always cold

Spa gifts for people who are always cold

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18 December 2025
If you’re shopping for someone who lives their life wrapped in a blanket, clutching a hot cup of tea, and still insists they’re freezing, a spa gift might be the warm-hearted gesture they didn’t know they needed.
Relax and Read Book Club: The Frozen People: A Mystery by Elly Griffiths

Relax and Read Book Club: The Frozen People: A Mystery by Elly Griffiths

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17 December 2025
This month we're reading The Frozen People: A Mystery by Elly Griffiths. A Sunday Times best-seller, the story follows Ali Dawson and her cold case team, as they investigate crimes so old, they're frozen.
Luxury spa gift ideas for couples who have everything

Luxury spa gift ideas for couples who have everything

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16 December 2025
For couples who seemingly already have it all, the most meaningful gift can be one that gives them something money can’t always buy: time together.