Lifestyle, Spas Ireland, Spas.ie

Eliminate Eye Bags & Dark Circles

Dark circles under the eyes are a common beauty complaint. Sometimes puffing up after a sleep-deprived weekend, sometimes for no apparent reason, ... Read on

New Year’s Resolutions for your Skin

Forget the unattainable weight loss this January and dedicate your New Year’s resolutions to your skin. Shun the starved look of depraved detoxes... Read on

Caring for your Skin Type

Skin type isn’t something we give much thought to, usually assuming we fall into one category or another and sticking with it for life. Many of us... Read on

How to Get the Most from your Spa Treatment

Reaping the full benefits of a spa treatment isn’t as simple as just turning up for your appointment - there are a number of factors that can... Read on

Spa Treatments for Cancer Care

Spa treatments were long considered unsuitable for those receiving treatment for or recovering from cancer. Despite both deserving and needing some... Read on

Health & Safety at the Spa

Most of us will encounter an unsatisfactory spa experience at some point, whether it’s a manicure that chipped straight away or a massage that... Read on

What is a Facial?

Facials are an essential part of any skincare regime, giving an extra monthly boost to your daily ritual. Whether going for a professional treatment... Read on

Are Fish Pedicures Safe?

Having initially been greeted with disbelief in Ireland, it looks like Garra Rufa Fish Pedicures are here to stay. The ticklish treatments, designed... Read on

Tips for a Great Night’s Sleep

Sleep is essential to a healthy body and healthy skin. Our nightly resting periods are when we restore energy and rebuild cells - missing out on it... Read on

Yoga Style Guide

If you’re considering taking up yoga, or even just taking on a new style, the choices available in Ireland can be overwhelming. The important... Read on

“Sparties” - Party at the Spa!

Spas are no longer just for solitary pampering, many Irish spas are now offering party packages for a fun and luxurious way to celebrate any special... Read on

Chemical vs. Mineral Sun Creams – Which Should You Use?

Did you know there was a difference between chemical and mineral sun creams? Or even that the two different kinds exist? We all know the dangers of... Read on

Natural Sunburn Remedy

We all know the dangers of sun exposure and the long-term damage it does to the skin, but sometimes the smallest of slip ups with the sunscreen will... Read on

Top Body Wrap Treatments

Body wraps are one of the most popular spa treatments in Ireland – not surprising when you consider their effects can include toning, cellulite... Read on

Spa & Golf Resorts

With many of Ireland’s top golf courses being coupled with some of the country’s best spas, a Golf & Spa resort could be the perfect destination... Read on

Açaí Berry Smoothie Recipe

Açaí berries are powerful little fruits that taste somewhere between berry and chocolate. They have more antioxidants than most other fruits in... Read on

Spa Treatments for Weight Loss

You’ve been watching what you eat, slaving at the gym, and trying all manner of gag-inducing maple syrup and cayenne pepper miracle fixes – so... Read on

Why You Should Try Natural Deodorant

There has been much scandal surrounding the health risks associated with deodorants and anti-perspirants in recent years. Some reports will tell you... Read on

Beauty from the Sea

Seaweed and other products of the sea have long been used in skincare. Seaweed wraps are still one of the most popular body treatments you will find... Read on

Super Salad Recipe for Glowing Skin

This appetising salad recipe is designed to give your skin that natural glow that only being healthy from the inside out can bring. Arugula is a... Read on

Spring Clean Your Skin

It may not feel like it, but spring is finally upon us and that sun is sure to break through any day now. The imminent change in weather means now... Read on

Mother’s Day Spa Packages

What better way to thank her for everything she does than a pampering Mother’s Day Spa Package? Spas.ie has the best special offers around the ... Read on

AAre Your Products Really ‘Natural’?

‘Natural’ is the new buzz word in skincare, but what does it actually mean? Brands often boast naturally derived ingredients, but neglect to... Read on

Five of the Best Irish Skincare Brands

We’re feeling patriotic with our skincare this St. Patrick’s Week, and so we’re sharing some of our favourite Irish skincare brands with you!... Read on

Healthy Pancake Recipe

For an alternative to the sugar-loaded stodgy pancakes that are so traditional on Shrove Tuesday, why not try a slightly healthier version? Just a... Read on

Good Products Gone Bad – Expired Cosmetics

Before you undertake the thorough spring clean of your home in the coming weeks, consider easing yourself in with a clear out of your old face and... Read on

Choosing a Spa for your Hen Party

Spas are the new destination of choice when it comes to hen parties, and with all those engagements over Christmas and Valentine's, now is a good time... Read on

Tips for Planning a Romantic Spa Weekend

Romantic weekends away are perfect for any relationship, whether you're still learning about each other or remembering why you fell in love in the... Read on

10 Reasons to Visit a Health Spa

1. De-stress According to research carried out by the International Spa Association, the number one reason given for visiting a spa is stress ... Read on

Spa Treatments for Older People

Diversity among spa-goers has been on the rise for a number of years, with treatments for once alien spa demographics such as men and teens now... Read on

Warm Broccoli Detox Soup

Many detox recipes involve cold salads and unappetising juices completely unsuitable for a comforting winter cleanse. This soup recipe uses steamed... Read on

Detoxifying Spa Treatments

For some, the New Year Detox heralds a miserable month of self-inflicted depravation. For the more sensible, it means ditching the juicer and... Read on

Top New Year’s Resolutions & How to Keep Them

It’s been 12 months since your last New Year’s Resolutions were made, are you healthier, fitter, a stone lighter, fluent in Spanish, spending... Read on

Easy New Year Detox Tips

Christmas isn’t just about presents and parties - it means over-indulgence and hangovers too. The brief festive period of over-doing it can have... Read on

Don’t Be SAD This Winter

200 years ago 75% of the Irish population worked outdoors. Now, that figure is closer to 10%. The result is that a huge majority of Irish people are... Read on

Christmas Leftover Soup Recipe

If you find yourself with lots of leftover turkey, ham and veg after Christmas this tasty soup recipe will help you to use it up without having to... Read on

Winter Wellbeing

Cosy nights by the fire, forgiving woolly jumpers, harsh elements outdoors… it’s easy to understand why our exercise regimes often go into... Read on

Winter Skincare Tips

The cold clear days of winter can be incredibly harsh on your skin. Switching constantly from being inside where it’s warm to the cold outdoors... Read on

Leek and Potato Soup Recipe

Leek and potato soup is a lovely easy soup to make in winter. As well as being high in fiber, leeks contain potassium which helps to reduce blood... Read on

Natural Ways to Boost your Energy Levels

It may be tempting when you hit the mid-afternoon slump to reach for a chocolate bar or a cup of strong coffee, but the effects are only short... Read on

Turkish Baths

The Turkish Baths or Hammam is the Turkish version of a steam bath with the emphasis of the therapy on water rather than steam. The concept... Read on

Winter Super Foods

Contrary to popular belief, cold and flu aren’t directly caused by exposure to cold weather; instead it’s the decreased immunity that results... Read on

At-Home Spa Treatments for Feet

Our feet are without doubt the most abused part of our bodies. Hot-trotting it about town in vice-like shoes or pounding around the gym in festering... Read on

Benefits and Uses of Epsom Salts

Epsom salts are a key ingredient to many a beauty product. Strip away all the fancy packaging and unnecessary additives, and many magic lotions and... Read on

Simple guide to meditation

Meditation is a valuable tool for facing the stresses and strains of modern life. A big part of what makes us stressed is external factors that we... Read on

Pumpkin Face Mask

Did you know pumpkins contain Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Zinc making them ideal for face masks even for sensitive skin? If, like a lot of people,... Read on

Health Enhancing Apple Crumble

The unusual (and wonderful) thing about this healthy apple crumble recipe is that there is no cooking involved. It contains brazil nuts, which are... Read on

Benefits of Hot Yoga

Bikram Yoga, or hot yoga as it is often called is a system of yoga derived from traditional yoga techniques. Classes are approximately 90 minutes... Read on

Easy Ways to Beat Stress

Stress is one of those things that unfortunately we all experience. Work, family and friends can all be sources of anxiety and often there is very... Read on

Health Farms and Retreats

How to achieve and maintain good health is a theory that varies between different health farms and retreats. Some believe it to involve luxurious... Read on

Easy ways to Detox

Typically something reserved for that post-Christmas sluggish feeling, our bodies could actually stand to benefit from detoxifying a little more... Read on

Spa and the City

Does the idea of a week in the wilderness send shivers down your knotted spine? Remote, windswept landscapes make you turn on your calloused heel and... Read on

Natural Hay Fever Solutions

For some, the bloom of spring means basking in flower-filled gardens and outdoor activities. For others, it means streaming itchy eyes and ... Read on

Mineral Make-Up Tutorials in Ciúin Spa and Wellness Centre

Achieving a flawless look can take a little work and a lot of products, which isn’t always what’s best for your skin. Mineral make-up is... Read on

Ideas for Father’s Day

Spoil your Dad this Father’s Day and send him for an indulgent spa package to make up for all those years of well-intended socks and ties. Spa ... Read on

Spa Treatments for Men

It’s time to clear something up about male spa treatments lads. Despite your dogged suspicions, you will not be entombed in a fluffy pink robe,... Read on

Spa Treatments & Pregnancy

Pregnancy is a time to pamper yourself. Your changing body needs caring for and you may be experiencing some symptoms you wouldn’t mind relief ... Read on

Summer Skin Care

As a race of people, we unfortunately are not predisposed to becoming instantly bronzed, beautiful and ready to bare as soon as May 1st rolls... Read on

Melanoma Awareness Month

We know it’s the most mortal of sins to speak ill of the fleeting good weather in this country. We’re not trying to rain on your sun-deprived ... Read on

Hens & Spas - Hen weekend ideas

Catch up on the latest girlie goss in a luxury spa with your feet up, wrapped in fluffy robes and slippers, swapping scandalous stories as... Read on

Body Scrubs or Body Polishes

Or do you really even need to differentiate one from the other? If you're confused about the difference between a body polish and a body scrub,... Read on

Pamper you and your loved one this Valentine's Day

Looking to spoil your partner this Valentine’s day? Why not pamper yourself in the process by booking a romantic spa break for two. Now has never... Read on

Essential Oils commonly used at Spas

Records of essential oils being used for medicinal purposes date back thousands of years, and there is archaeological evidence suggesting their use... Read on

Body Scrub Recipe

You can buy salt scrub in a fancy jar for €20, or you can make your own salt scrub for a fraction of the cost. A salt scrub is one of the easiest... Read on

Amber Mysteries Revealed

Amber, the gem of a stone that's not really a gemstone at all, is actually fossilized pine sap. People have collected, traded, carved, and coveted... Read on

Medical Spas Offer Sun, Style And Healing

Spas were formerly thought of as a place to relax and maybe get a massage then soak in a Jacuzzi or hot thermal pool. Now, as stressed-out baby... Read on

Natural Beauty From Natural Ingredients

In the past, women relied on natural beauty treatments from the ingredients found in their kitchen or gardens. Products created from natural... Read on

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