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making it an effective wound healer and eczema soother ?” says Nicole Colavito , spa manager at Salamander Washington DC . This is the kind of conversation she lives for . She explains that the spa ’ s signature scent has been specifically designed to lift moods and reduce stress . “ Palmarosa and rosewood calm the nervous system while neroli , marjoram and ylang ylang blend to support support a release of inner tension .”
The spa , which is undergoing a significant enhancement and expansion in the first half of 2024 , uses Linne Botanicals featuring organic and sustainable , wild-harvested ingredients to effectively address a wide range of skin care concerns . Native plants like yarrow , geranium , rosemary and lavender have evolved to survive in their particular climate and hold strong adaptogenic
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qualities leading to a high concentration of active compounds which are then extracted for use . “ Our Holistic Facial featuring Linne Botanicals ‘ skin food ’ optimizes cellular function and brings balance to all skin types ,” says Colavito .
Antioxidants are substances that may protect your cells against free radicals , which may play a role in heart disease , cancer and other diseases .
Black currant buds are also a source and carry anti-inflammatory benefits . “ Black currants help fight and protect from free radicals that attack the skin ’ s tissues to slow aging ,” says Ashley Helmick , director at Salamander Spa in Middleburg , in the heart of Virginia ’ s wine country . “ We have also partnered with an exclusive wine-inspired line to create services that bring the vineyard to the treatment table . These products are
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infused with several ingredients derived from two grape varieties , pinot noir and chardonnay ,” says Helmick . “ The core ingredient is the A2OC complex that combines pinot noir extract and black currant buds to improve cell oxygenation and renewal and protects cells from premature aging and environmental aggressors .” The spa ’ s vino-inspired treatments include the Grand Cru Massage , Pinot Noir Body Wrap , and the Vino Radiance Facial . Salamander Spa also partnered with a local alchemist who created a custom scent saluting the Virginia landscape , starring a blend of cedarwood , rosewood , tobacco , sandalwood and jasmine .
At Fern Tree , a Salamander Spa at Half Moon in Jamaica , outdoor soaks are offered in traditional large stone tubs on a private terrace , ideal for two .
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