Portal North. ISSUE 2 - Magazine - Page 27
THE ART AND SCIENCE OF THE SPA
The Village Spa, Malta
A visit to the spa has long been the staple of holiday
wellness, and its popularity continues, but today’s
travellers expect a blend of the natural and science-led
According to industry reports, the current trends are
biohacking – using science and technology to optimise your
wellbeing – and neurowellness, a holistic approach
to health aimed at reducing stress and supporting the
nervous system.
3. My Body Code
“This is a popular slimming body treatment that includes a
really relaxing exfoliating scrub, then a full massage with
serum application and body mask. It’s always a personalised
treatment and is designed for the individual using 昀椀ve
serums. Each of these has speci昀椀c components that cover
different needs such as removing toxins, reducing fat cells,
regenerating tissues and 昀椀rming the body.”
We asked the experts at The Village Boutique and Spa in
Malta to share three of the most popular spa treatments and
explain what’s behind them. Here’s what they told us.
€65
1. Glacier Hydration
Tucked away in the town of Naxxar, in the centre of Malta,
The Village Boutique and Spa is set in a restored Maltese
farmhouse. This hidden gem also boasts The Kitchen
restaurant, serving up homegrown and local produce.
“Always popular, this 50-minute moisturising facial
stimulates the skin’s self-hydration mechanism. It does
this by restoring the natural lipid barrier and preventing
excessive water loss. Guests see improved softness, water
balance and skin 昀氀exibility. It’s great for all ages, as it will
help keep young skin in top condition or revitalise older skin.”
Need to know
Book at villagehotelmalta.com
Getting there: Fly to Malta with a range of airlines.
The airport is just 20 minutes by taxi from the hotel.
€70
2. Cell C facial
“If you’re looking to slow down the ageing process, then
Cell C is the one for you. This relaxing facial stimulates
regeneration and repairs the skin from the effects of
pollution and UV radiation.
“Sweet orange stem cells are combined with Vitamin C to
provide antioxidants that help keep wrinkles and dark spots
at bay. We recommend this pre-summer as it will help get
your skin ready for the sun – especially here in Malta where
temperatures climb to over 30C. It’s also a good one to repair
damaged skin at the end of your holiday.“
€75
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