PURE Spa & Beauty Blog

The Scotsman loves Moroccan Indulgence

The PURE Spa Moroccan Mud Wrap is a revitalising treatment offered at our Edinburgh, Aberdeen and Glasgow Spa’s. It is a detoxifying treatment that is also beneficial for skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, dryness, dermatitis and acne.

The skin is first prepared with a full-body exfoliation, removing dead skin cells and stimulating the blood circulation. The mineral-rich mud is then lathered onto the body allowing it to be absorbed into the skin as the body continues releasing any toxins. While the body is cocooned, a relaxing facial or scalp massage is enjoyed. Following a shower, Argon Oil (one of the most rare oils in the world) is drizzled over the body!

Mercy from Scotsman shares her enjoyable experience with us. Book now to feel completely revitalised and relaxed!

Don’t Forget Your Sunblock

Going abroad this holiday?

Even if you are not in the direct sunlight, it is important to wear an SPF factor to protect your skin against the UVA (Ageing Rays) and UVB (Burning Rays). One of the most common skin concerns is sun damage, which often appears years after the skin damage has occurred, in the form of pigmentation.

At PURE we recommend the Elemis Liquid Layer Sunblock for your face and neck. It has a SPF 30 protection and is suitable for all skin types. It is a lightweight cream so you don’t need to worry about having the greasy feel that most sunblocks leave!

Apply after your Elemis daily moisturiser and keep that sun damage away!

Available at any of our PURE Spa locations or PURE webshop!

Tan Disaster? Fix it Fast!

Exfoliated all over?

Applied self tan?

Applied moisturiser to dry areas such as knees and elbows?

Went to bed before the tan had time to dry and now woken up with strange looking white stripes?

Don’t despair, we’ve all been there. Even DIY self tan experts have slipped up and ended up with a less than perfect tan. However it’s easily fixed.

We recommend that if you’re tanning before a special occasion or event, that you always do it 2 days beforehand, in case there are any problems.

Hop into the shower and soap up a loofah and scrub all over. This will ensure that all of the guide colour has been removed.

If you still notice streaks or patches, use a good salt scrub exfoliator and rub in circular motions over the problem area. Afterwards moisturise the area well.

If you need to apply a little bit of tan to the area you can do, to touch up. Mix this with moisturiser for a natural sun kissed look and the patchy tan.

Instant Revitalising

Don’t tolerate aches and pains, you can give yourself an instant boost in a matter of seconds.

Whether you’re at the office or just finished a gym session, reach for Elemis Instant Refreshing Gel or give yourself an immediate pick me up.

Combining Arnica, Birch and Witch Hazel, with cooling sensations of Camphor and Menthol this gel is an instant revitaliser. Perfect for tired legs and muscle tension, work into the areas that you are experiencing strain and you’ll notice a sudden relief!

This gel is a must for everybody, sitting at a desk you can massage a little into the temples to keep you focused or massage into legs (over tights if you want to) for a boost.

Elemis Instant Refreshing Gel is only £27.60 and is available to buy here.

Prep Your Skin for That Holiday Tan

Whether you are going abroad or enjoying the British summer, to achieve the best tan it’s important that you prepare your skin.

Think about it this way, if you tan on top of dead skin cells – your tan is not going to last as long as it should.

It’s one of the oldest tricks in the book, but it is absolutely vital you do it – exfoliate. Lyn, Salon Manager at PURE Lothian Road recommends using an exfoliator on dry skin, so you are really buffing away those dead skin cells. Jump into the shower afterwards and you’ll have fresh skin ready to tan. A great exfoliator is the Skin Wisdom Day Spa Gentle Revive, with a gentle fragrance of Gingerlilly and Orange – it is the perfect smell for summer.

Use Elemis Tan Accelerator to prep your skin for sun exposure. Perfect for those with fair skin, this cream activates the melanin in your skin, allowing it to take on a golden radiance quicker.

Finally, if you are going to be exposed to the sun, please make sure to wear a high SPF to avoid damage to your skin and illnesses caused by exposure to UV rays. We recommend you really invest in a good SPF; the one we love is Elemis Liquid Layer Sunblock.

The safest way to achieve a tan, is to fake it! Self tan has developed over recent years and you can now achieve an authentic looking glow from a bottle. We love Fake Bake, which blends with the natural melanin in your skin.

We hope you have a fabulous summer!