Self-Care Summer has arrived at The Lowry Hotel
International Self-Care Day is on the 24th July and it raises awareness of taking care of your mental, emotional and physical wellness. Making sure your mind, body and soul feel revived. The day was created to remind people that self-care is important for many things, including:
- Improving the quality of life
- Preventing health conditions
- Managing chronic illnesses
Whether you take a hike for some fresh air or curl up with a good book, take this day to relax and practice self-care. Something as small as having a few extra minutes of sleep a day can boost your mental wellness just that little bit more, because self-care lasts a lifetime, not just one day. Committing to self-care can be a small action such as switching off your phone for ten minutes before bed to joining the gym and exercising five times a week.
Me-time or We-time?
Many people prefer to spend time by themselves, enjoying quiet time away from environments that could usually be very pressuring and stressful. When those situations arise, people usually have taking care of themselves on their low priority lists however, it’s known that self-care and spending quality time with yourself can help reduce anxiety and mitigate stress levels.
On the other hand, bonding with loved ones, or even spending time with a community of like-minded people can boost your mental wellness. Connect with your co-workers and peers or reach out to those you’ve not seen in a while. Summer is the perfect time to create memories with friends and take care of yourself, whether it be a long walk or a pamper day.
It’s not just what’s on the outside that counts
The Complete Health Clinic at The Lowry Hotel is headed up by Helen O'Brien. Specialising in Colonic Hydrotherapy (also known as Colonic Irrigation) and complimentary therapies such as Massage Therapy, Myofascial Release, Natural Rejuvenation Facials, Cupping, Reflexology, and Lymphatic Drainage to name a few. Helen has over 15 years’ experience working in spas and clinics in the North West and to many of her clients, she is known as the 4th Emergency Service. The number one in number twos!
The Complete Health Clinic reflects Helen's own personal health philosophy that Helen has developed over a decade in the natural health industry. It distils the principles known to be the most effective in achieving your long-term health goals. It is Helen's aim to assist you on your journey to a healthier you.
Helen says: ‘for most people, life can be unnecessarily complicated and stressful… In today’s fast paced life you need a strong foundation to depend and this foundation is your health! If you look after your health you can do almost anything and after all, there is only one you!’
This International Self-Care day, remember to look after your insides just as much as you will your outside.
Don’t forget about taking care of your skin this summer too…
Each season comes with its own set of skincare rules, and summer may be everyone's favourite month to soak in the sun, but it also requires you to take care of your skin just a little bit extra. A radiant summer glow is what people look forward to in the sunny season ahead, however from sunburn to clogged pores and dryness, this season can cause your skin a lot of stress.
This summer, there are many ways that you can take care of yourself. Summer is a great opportunity to enjoy fresh produce that's coming into season; try fresh berries, greens, melons, and cucumbers. These all contain beautifying nutrients and amazing health benefits that will contribute to your skin's health. Also, stay hydrated and avoid high levels of sun exposure so your skin doesn't dry out or burn and don't forget to apply sun cream, this summer we need to be protecting our skin from UV exposure.
Feel like you need a little more to become ready for summer?
In collaboration with our luxurious in-house treatment brand Elemis, our Head Spa Therapist, Tash has created the perfect six step skincare regime to add to your nightly routine. This lavish step by step guide helps you understand the importance of knowing your skin type and how to recreate the amazing skin results as the facials we provide here at The Spa at The Lowry Hotel.
Look after your skin and it will return the favour, giving you a radiant glow throughout the year. It can be hard to know what products to use when mastering your own at-home skincare routine, but this versatile six-step routine is easy to master at home and works for all skin-types, helping you achieve glowing results throughout summer.
Overnight skincare is an extremely important step to achieving our best skin health, as your skin tries to repair itself overnight from the damage it faces in the day. So why not help it with these six simple steps.
If you want to know more, the night-time routine is available to watch on YouTube where each step is explained thoroughly, showing you the benefits of each product.