beauty
Beauty treatments are becoming increasingly holistic, addressing mind, body and soul while opening up the wider world of alternative therapies. Stylist’s Susan Riley feels her way through an industry slowly being turned inside out
A few months ago I had a facial. Except it wasn’t, but then it was. Ish. Let me explain. Facials in my book have always involved lots of creams, massage and product recommendations. But this – this was a complete 360 assessment of my physical and mental state that I genuinely hadn’t expected to experience stepping into a spa. The treatment was the Bradden Method by in-demand cosmetic acupuncturist and holistic therapist Sarah Bradden (), which is described as a ‘spiritual reset and facelift’ in one. A description I can’t beat. Bradden’s method is a blend of old and new. The old: cosmetic acupuncture, reflexology, ear seeds and reiki. The new: biohacking technology that optimises the performance of the body (in this case activated oxygen and LED light therapy). All washed down with a face-sculpting massage that feels like your soul’s
