ONBOARD Magazine winter 2019

ody beautiful
The latest facts, fads and tips to help keep
you in ship shape condition this winter
LA RESERVE
GENEVA
Bespoke programmes involve a
roll call of cryo-wraps (to kickstart
circulation), balneotherapy (to boost
metabolism) and cellulite-blasting
lipomassage. But enjoyment is
also part of the experience. Café
Lauren, a light-filled sanctuary of
cream leather, velvet cushions and
flattering lighting, is the pumping
heart of the spa. Refined sugar is
banned, but there’s dense chestnut
bread, paper-thin pumpkin ravioli
and the best spice-rubbed tuna
you’ll ever taste. It makes for the
perfect winter spa escape.
HERO ADAPTOGENS
ASHWAGANDHA
One of the most widely used herbs in
Ayurdevic medecine, this falls on the
calming end of the spectrum. It’s known
for its anti-axiety effects and can help
you get a good night’s sleep too.
RHODIOLA ROSEA
Rhodiola can have a more stimulating
effect than the other adaptogens, so
a good choice if you are feeling run
down but less helpful if you are seeking
relaxation.
BEAUTY MYTH
USE OF CASTOR OIL INCREASES
GROWTH OF EYELASH AND
EYEBROW HAIR
While castor oil has long been
regarded as nature’s Rogaine,
application of the oil itself does not
affect rate of hair growth. However
when applying the oil, it’s suggested
use is massaging it onto the
desired area for a few minutes. It’s
the stimulation that’s associated
with the massage action that likely
causes boosted hair growth.
SLEEP APPS
SLEEP TIME+
Fall asleep
quicker and wake
up refreshed!
Understand your
sleep cycles and
sleep quality. Fall asleep to soothing
soundscapes. Measure resting heart
rate with your phone.
GOOD MORNING
ALARM CLOCK
The secret to waking
up rested and feeling
more energetic and
alert is to wake up
during a period of your lightest sleep.
The app monitors your movements to
detect the best sleep phase.
FACE TIME
BeGlow’s Tia system
is a facial device that
effectively cleanses, firms
and contours all at once.
It generates low-to-high
frequency pulsations that
can be easily controlled
depending on your preferred
facial skin treatment.
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BEAT YOUR STRESS
Relax, you deserve it, it’s good for you, and it takes
less time than you think. You don’t need a spa
weekend or a retreat in order to feel relaxed and
happy. If you are feeling stressed, anxious or if you
have sleeping problems, try the following tips
Breathe deeply
Sit up straight, eyes closed, with a hand on your belly.
Slowly inhale through your nose, reverse the process
and exhale through your mouth. This helps slow your
heart rate, do this exercise for at least 5 minutes.
Decompress
Place a warm heat wrap around your neck and
shoulders for 10 minutes. Close your eyes and relax
your face, neck, upper chest, and back muscles.
Remove the wrap, lay on your back, and use a tennis
ball to massage away tension all over your back.
Watch your diet
What we eat and drink largely impacts our emotional
state. Caffeine and alcohol, even consumed in small
amounts, can cause anxiety and increase feelings
of nervousness and irritability. Greasy and sugary
foods will give an instant sense of pleasure. But will
disappear even quicker, leaving you with an even
stronger feeling of discomfort.
Exercise
Exercise is one of the best remedies to combat
stress. Putting physical stress on your body through
exercise can relieve mental stress. The benefits are
the strongest when you exercise regularly.
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