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Six Senses: The Gift of Luxury

Maria Wakem — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 19:55:08 +0000

Whenever I tell people I recently spent nine months living at luxury spas, I’m always asked the same question: Which one was your favorite?

The truth is, I don’t have a favorite. (It’s the safe answer, I know.) Each location really offered something special—though I will admit there were a few standouts. One of them was Six Senses Hideaway Yao Noi.

From my Thai spa therapist Elle who managed to release tension I never knew I had to my loveable butler Tony who made sure that my bathroom was stocked with lemon grass-scented products and not lavender, the Six Senses staff succeeded in anticipating my needs without ever intruding in my space. And for me, that is exactly what makes a destination spa worth going back to.

So when I received an email announcing that Six Senses is now selling gift certificates, I was especially excited. The certificates are available in denominations of $100 and $1,000. They can be used for any spa service, or for stays at any Six Senses, Soneva, and Evason resort. Staying true to the company’s commitment to protecting the environment, each order is packaged in a unique box that is handcrafted from 100 percent recycled elephant poo. (Don’t worry the paper is odorless!)

A tip for spa connoisseurs: If you’re lucky enough to be on the receiving end of this lavish present, redeem your certificates at the newly opened Soneva Kiri by Six Senses. This tropical wonderland is located on the secluded island of Koh Kood, Thailand. Accessed by the resort’s private plane, it features 42 private pool villas and, of course, the brand’s signature Six Senses Spa.

—Maria Wakem, senior editor

Spa’s Holiday Gift Guide: Day 8 – Makeup

Natalie Rios — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 18:09:59 +0000

Editor’s Pick: There’s nothing better than looking flawless on the go and that’s why I’m hoping to get The Kit by BeingTrue ($75) this Christmas. Perfect for travelers or beginners, The Kit includes two shades of SPF17 mineral foundation (which you can blend to create a custom color), a blush compact, a finishing mist, as well as a retractable brush and a sponge for seamless application. Best of all: the mineral foundation contains Idebenone, an antioxidant that brightens and smoothes skin.

—Natalie Rios, editorial assistant/research editor

Get more makeup gift ideas after the jump.

Jane Iredale Limited Edition Sweet 15 Kit

Set includes 15 shadow shades, three Just Kissed lip plumpers, three Blush shades, and a large mirror for easy application.

Price: $78

Priti Dark Winter Night Kit

This kit include two non-toxic nail polishes—Magic Man Iris and Silver King—a 2-in-1 Top/Base Coat, and 2oz. Soy Remover.

Price: $37.50

gloLip Maven Collection from glominerals

This kit includes gloLip gloss (in rapture, beloved, and darling), gloHigh shine glaze, gloLip primer and2 gloPrecision lip pencils (currant and raisin).

Price: $65

More of our 2009 Gift Guide:

Holiday Shopping Deal at Oasis Day Spa

Stephanie Kinnear — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 22:51:23 +0000

Attention New York City residents! After you’re through perusing the gift ideas in our 2009 holiday gift guide, head on over to the Oasis Day Spa website to sign up for their 25 Days of Oasis promotion.

Once you’re registered, you’ll receive a daily deal (discounts on everything from stocking stuffers to full spa packages) via text or email every day for the next 25 days. Today you can get 30% off a bottle of Essence of Vali Massage Oil in CALM.

Could make your holiday shopping quite a bit easier!

Image: Oasis Day Spa

—Stephanie Kinnear, web editor