Feb 23, 2011

1000 views SOON!

Smiley welcome from Rosa anytime you enter
Gaia bathtime at Calle Corderia 28

Big thanks to all for following us on the GAIA blog from all Gaia team!
In the short time that this blog has been in existence, we are already very near to our first 1000 views - only 35 more to go as of this morning 23rd February.


We are determined to supply you with more interesting news and tips from the world of natural beauty and well-being.


The soap artesano and originator
of Gaia bathtime - Trudi Murray
We have seen a keen interest in the article about natural haircare - in the meantime we have had a lively discussion about all hair tips and even started to work on NEW HAIR SERUM & TONIC -more will be coming soon. I am also preparing a piece about the benefits of family yoga practice - we will be covering the Cook girls and the Coll family who have been coming to us already for 1 year.


Also check for the latest shots from our in-shop camera -
we will be adding tips from our clients on their favourite Gaia 
goddies and feedback on our massage and yoga classes.


Looking forward to informing you soon about our 1000th hit!
Blanca
Rose petals to all from Blanca
(yoga & massage therapy)

Feb 18, 2011

Valentine´s Guitar Recital at GAIA

Thank you Martina for bringing the gift of music to GAIA. 
It was a wonderful evening!



Feb 13, 2011

Luscious Locks..aromatherapy for beautiful hair


Forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair.  ~Kahlil Gibran


 Great hair is something we take for granted, until we start to lose it. Hair loss can inspire agonizing fear and insecurity in many women. On the request of one of my worried clients I have set out to research for the perfect hair therapy.


WHY DOES IT HAPPEN?
The causes are numerous - hormonal changes in the body, the genes and troubled hair sculp being among the mains ones. Other reasons are - certain edication, lack of iron, stress and smoking seem to have impact as well.

HEALTHY SKIN is the key
So head to the bathroom and check on your shampoo and conditioner label for its chemical composition. Conservants?Linked to cancer. Fragrance? Toxic chemical extracts. Sodium laurel sulphate? Petrol derivate  and strong skin irritant, fuels yeast infection. Methylisothiazoline (MIT)? Potentially linked to nerve damage (http://www.naturalnews.com/003210.html)
Glycerin? Draws out moisture from deeper skin layers, dries out your skin etc.

Look for more information on the chemical content of the standard hair products at:
 http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/5521868/ components_of_shampoo.htm or
http://www.good.is/post/what-s-in-your-shampoo/

Gaia Gentle Cleansing Shampoo which is prepared with Lavender. Also available at GAIAbathtime our Anti Dandruff Shampoo, enriched with essential oils of Basil, Rosemary, Thyme and Lavender.

HOW TO DO IT THE NATURAL WAY?


HAIR RINSE FOR SHINY HAIR
To remove all product deposits and to restore shine, try this apple vinegar rinse after washing and conditioning the hair.
25ml vinegar
100ml spring water
3 drops Rosemary essential oil
3 drops Lavander essential oil

HAIR CONDITIONING FOR DRY AND DAMAGED HAIR
Use an aromatherapeutic blend in organic oil base to massage your sculp prior to shampooning. Regular head massage in general improves blood circulation to the skin and nourishes the hair follicles.
Essential oils that stimulate haire growth are:
Rosemary, Clary Sage, Thyme, Rose, Palma Rosa, Lemon, Calendula. All of them are richly present in Gaia Gentle Hair Conditioners.

AROMATHERAPEUTIC BLEND FOR HAIR GROWTH
2 drops Cedarwood
2 drops Thyme
3 drops Rosemary
3 drops Lavander
1 teaspoon jojoba oil
20ml grapeseed oil
Plan your hair washing for the morning so that you can apply this blend overnight. Rub with your fingertips few drops into the skin of your head.

Argan Hair Elexir, prepared with Argan Oil, Apricot Oil and gentle healing and balancing essential oils. Apply to the tips of hair daily if necessary and all over your hair for half an hour just before washing!


BENEFITS OF REGULAR HEAD MASSAGE
To multiply the benefits of the above oil blend, take time massaging the sculp of your head every day for at least 2 minutes. Apart from aiding the hair growth, massaging the sculp releases acumulated tension in the face, neck and shoulder area and is extremely relaxing.

To help our clients deal with their hair worries, we have introduced in Gaia bathtime a new 30min head massage treatment - THE RITUAL OF CHAMPISSAGE which will be combining aromatherapy with champissage - the famous head massage technique coming from India where women take lots of pride in their strong hair. To testify that its success I have already had few ladies coming back with beatiful hair full of life!!

All products and treatments available at GAIAbathtime, Calle Corderia 28, Palma de Mallorca

Feb 7, 2011

JUST FOR YOU MY DARLING.......... day & night out for the lovers of life

At GAIA bathtime, C/Corderia 28, Palma –Mon 14th Feb, 2011
...we set the scene...you celebrate your love...


JUST FOR YOU MY DARLING
concert for a guitar & voice  
feb 14th, from 19PM

 songs about the sweet experience of  LOVING by the irresistible Martini Karol


ALSO ENJOY:

CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN & CAVA 
 Mon 14th from 12pm 
 get your Valentine´s shopping done in style with a glass of Cava, pop in for a free mimi massage (16-19pm), and then later come back with your lover to get inspired by our sensual treats, get in the mood for love with our music recital and then.....the night just begins....


DIVINE DATE – treat yourself with memorable massage for couples, with rose petals, candles and surprise gift (10% of on all bookings in February)

JUST FOR YOU MY DARLING - surprise your beloved one with a delightful massage administered by YOU yoursef (private massage tuition 25€ per 1h per person, min booking 2h or 2 persons)


LOVER´S TREASURE CHEST – get inspired by our table full of treats especially made for lovers of all ages – aphrodisiac body polishers, sensual essential oils, heart shaped jasmine soaps, sexy lingerie...