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Women’s Wellness
Not Just Another Pretty Face… The Benefits of a Therapeutic Facial I am not one to pamper myself often.
I know that facials are an important cleansing process for the skin, but I tend to spend my time and resources on ther- apies that improve overall health and well-being. That is why Diana’s “thera- peutic skin care” caught my eye.
Diana Hurt is a licensed esthetician
with a certification in Lymphatic Facial Massage (LFM) from Soma Therapy In- stitute in Rancho Mirage. In addition, she has completed two of three levels towards achieving Reiki Master status (Reiki is a form of therapy in which the practitioner is believed to channel en- ergy into the patient in order to encour- age healing or restore wellbeing. Dr. Oz’s wife, Lisa, is a Reiki Master). Diana’s combined education and training results in beauty treatments with the added benefits of lymphatic drainage massage and energy work.
What does this mean? The lymphatic
system is the body’s garbage can. It in- cludes many tiny lymph nodes through- out your body located just under the skin. These glands store fat and toxins and will continue to store them unless they are drained. In your face, the result can be puffiness, dark circles, and fine lines. Aerobic exercise, yoga and stretch- ing, and most effectively lymphatic mas- sage, can successfully drain your lymph system.
Diana’s therapeutic treatment includes
the cleansing, masks and moisturizers you expect in a facial, and is coupled with an hour of very light methodical massage starting in the clavicle area and working up through your face and head.
“The nodes are located just under the
skin with little flaps that allow the fluid to pass through,” explains Diana. “If there is blockage, I can sometimes feel pea sized sacs of fluid that will release. We use gentle touch to allow the flaps to open. If too firm, it will cause them to close.”
While these treatments are good for
overall health, Diana notes that they can be most beneficial for chronic swelling, puffiness, and for pre- and post-surgery. “Activating the flow before surgery pre- pares your skin for healing. After surgery, and with your doctor’s recommendation on timing, lymphatic drainage can help speed the healing process significantly.”
LFM can also be a natural remedy for removing bags under the eyes. While this usually takes a series of treatments, Diana teaches her clients how to work on themselves at home in between pro- fessional treatments.
You leave Diana’s office feeling the
usual pampered way, and you will actu- ally feel the movement and drainage taking place in your face. For me, this “active” feeling continued for about 24 hours. I woke up the next morning and my bright and shiny face was still tingling with movement. After this treatment, the beauty was certainly more than just skin deep.
For more information on the benefits of Lymphatic Facial Massage for gen- eral health and recovery, call Diana at 760.275.4479 or visit her website at www.
SkinTherapybyDiana.com
www.yourhealth-coach.com
A Trip to Morocco…Just Up the Road! A Review by Lauren Del Sarto
ate local décor, true to the culture, with exquisite detail and a proprietor that makes you feel at home. But lately, traveling abroad has given way to the economy and busy work schedules, so we were delighted to spend an evening in Morocco… just 30 minutes away from home.
fect for a night or weekend getaway. With its authentic décor and exotic flavour, the El Morocco transports you to another land and is a wonderful, affordable escape.
El Morocco Inn & Spa is one of Desert Hot Springs’ magical little resorts and per-
Much of this is due to the El Morocco’s proprietor, Bruce Abney, who has been consulting with boutique hotels for 20 years. When Bruce decided to open his own place, he didn’t spare any details. All the colorful interiors, fine bedding, artwork, and even the Sultan’s tent in the garden, were flown in from Morocco. In the com- munity living room, Casablanca plays continuously next to the ambient fireplace. Complimentary wine and ‘Moroccotini’s’ are offered to guests in the evening around the pool bar and a bountiful continental breakfast with pressed coffee awaits you in the morning.
sky and one under a romantic Moroccan canopy. This was the first time we had ex- perienced 24 hours of dips and lounging in our local mineral springs and the effects were truly astounding. We felt cleansed to the core -- bright and alive – and came to understand the magic of these waters. (We are very lucky to have this natural hydro- therapy available to us here in the Valley!)
El Morocco is a great little escape. Enjoy the elegant Sahara Suite or the exquisite Sultan’s playpen. Pack food and beverages for the weekend and settle in – you have no reason to leave your cozy and friendly surroundings.
Packages include the Romantic Rendezvous, Girlfriend’s Getaway, and Day Visits. For more information email Bruce: info@elmoroccoinn. com or call (888) 288-9905. www.ElMoroc-
coInn.com
There are two mineral pools available 24 hours a day, one under the clear desert When my husband and I travel abroad, we enjoy the B&B experience. We appreci-
May/June 2011 News from the Valley’s Integrated Health Community
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