Chamomile Team raise funds at Dundee Utd v Celtic game on 4 Nov 2012

We were delighted to be invited to attend the Dundee United v Celtic game at Tannadice on 4 November so that we could raise funds for our nominated charity of 2012, Breakthrough Breast Cancer.

Our Managing Director, Justine Mitchell, is also a member of Breakthrough Independent 100, an organisation created this year for 100 women to raise £1000 each.

We are pleased to announce that Justine and the Chamomile Team have smashed this target and are on our way to raise more funds for this very worthwhile charity.

The girls were also especially delighted to get their piccie taken with Neil Lennon, Manager of Celtic.

Complementary Treatments at Chamomile

We are delighted to announce that both renowned Cosmetic Doctor, Dr Simon Connolly, and experienced Holistic Reflexologist, Moira McKendry have joined us at Chamomile.

Cosmetic Doctor, Dr Simon Connolly

A member of the British Association of Cosmetic Doctors, Dr Connolly, the longest established cosmetic doctor in Scotland, is available for appointments at Chamomile every Tuesday evening.

Dr Connolly was one of the pioneers of Botox® treatments in Scotland and is now recognised as one of the most experienced cosmetic physicians in the country.  The range of treatments available includes line and wrinkle fillers and and lip enhancements.

To book a treatment please call The Private Clinic 0141 332 0303.

Holistic Reflexologist, Moira McKendry

From 29 August we will be joined by Moira McKendry, Holistic Therapist.

Moira practices Holistic Reflexology, Maternity Reflexology and Reiki.  A graduate of the Scottish School of Reflexology she is also a Macmillan Cancer Care Support accredited practitioner. Experienced gained over many years has allowed her to create her own unique and intuitive blend of treatment.

Moira will be in Chamomile Sanctuary each Wednesday 5-8pm (from 29 Aug) and Sunday 12-5pm.

To book an appointment please call the spa 0131 220 1000.

In support of our nominated charity this year, Chamomile is inviting all of our clients to make a discretionary donation of £1 to Breakthrough Breast Cancer at check out during the month of May.

Please support this very worthy charity.

MENS’ EVENINGS AT CHAMOMILE SANCTUARY

According to the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology, men are increasingly aware of their appearance and taking advantage of a wide range of beauty treatments designed especially for men. European men have embraced the spa and beauty treatment arena.

Chamomile Sanctuary, the award-winning luxury day spa at Edinburgh’s West End, is to introduce its own range of treatments for men from 9^th April – just in time for Spring!

The treatment menu will include facials, massage, manicures, pedicures, and selected waxing.

Jon Daly, Captain of Dundee United and David Wotherspoon of Hibs were the first to experience a treatment at Chamomile when they both enjoyed a pedicure ahead of this weekend’s match at Easter Road.

Jon Daly said: ‘Feeling good is not just a female domain!  After 90 minutes running around the pitch we feel stress just as others do.  Massage is a perfect treatment for a footballer.

‘All that training and playing football does mean that our feet do ache sometimes too and don’t always look very pretty!  A pedicure is a new experience for me!’

Jilly Kinsella, Director of Beauty at the spa, said: ‘With interest in men’s grooming growing and such a wide range of products available for men generally, it makes sense for us to increase our range to include specialist treatments.  How many of our husbands or partners have tried our products and really appreciated the results!

‘Just as we ladies always want to look and feel good ahead of an important meeting or event for example, and perhaps have a manicure, then so do men!  A professional manicure is sometimes offered at a barbershop as men embrace the pampering. Not only does a manicure feel good, it can be helpful in keeping a man well groomed and polished.’

Mens’ grooming evenings are Mondays only.  Treatments range in price and include £35 for a manicure; £45 for a pedicure; Swedish massage £60 and facial £65.

For further information or to book please call 0131-220 1000 or visit www.chamomilesanctuary.com.  Chamomile Sanctuary was a UK Beauty Salon of the Year finalist at the Professional Beauty Awards 2012.

To mark its nomination as a finalist in the 2012 UK Professional Beauty Awards, Chamomile Sanctuary has confirmed Breakthrough Breast Cancer as its charity partner for the year.

The luxury day spa, discreetly located in Edinburgh’s West End, will work with the charity in 2012 to raise the profile of breast cancer and highlight the importance of regular self-checking with their clients while aiming to raise much needed funds.

Managing Director, Justine Mitchell, said: ‘This charity is a perfect fit for our business and we’re delighted to be able to support the important work they do here in Scotland.

‘Regrettably, breast cancer has become more prevalent in recent years as the importance of checking regularly is paramount.  We’ll be highlighting Breakthrough Breast Cancer’s ‘TLC’ advice on our website.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in Scotland.  In Scotland alone over 4400 women are diagnosed and 1000 women will die from the disease in Scotland every year.

‘We are planning to undertake a number of fund-raising initiatives throughout the year from serving pink cup cakes with our tea which many clients enjoy after their treatments to offering other corporate supporters of Breakthrough Breast Cancer a discount on exclusive use of Chamomile Sanctuary.’

Audrey Birt, Breakthrough’s Director in Scotland commented. “We are absolutely delighted to have the support of the Chamomile Sanctuary this year.  Breakthrough are working across Scotland to improve breast cancer detection, provide better diagnosis and find the best, tailored treatments and care for everyone.  We fund Scotland’s only dedicated breast cancer research unit, located here in Edinburgh, to ensure we can make real changes to families affected by breast cancer. The support of the Chamomile Sanctuary will make a real difference to our work here.

Breakthrough Breast Cancer is a charity registered in England & Wales (No.1062636) and Scotland (No.SC039058).

We are pleased to announce that Chamomile has been named as a finalist in the category of Beauty Salon of the Year in the UK Professional Beauty Awards 2012.

The Awards ceremony will take place on 4 March 2012.

We are delighted that we have made it to the Finals again and would like to take this opportunity to thank our clients for all of their support in the short time we have been open and of course a huge thank you to our fantastic Team.

Chamomile Sanctuary join with The Rutland Hotel

Edinburgh’s West End Village is home to a fascinating array of independent boutiques, award-winning retailers, buzzing bars and contemporary restaurants.  This network of vibrant Georgian streets provides the perfect location for locals and visitors to explore Edinburgh’s New Town.

The Rutland Hotel is a landmark in the West End; a 4* boutique hotel with popular bar, award winning restaurant and late lounge.

The Rutland has joined forces with award winning Spa, Chamomile Sanctuary, just a short walk from the hotel, to offer visitors a relaxing and renewing experience during their stay in Edinburgh.  The package consists of bed and breakfast for two people for two nights and a three course dinner in the restaurant.  In addition, choose two treatments to enjoy at the luxurious Day Spa; a mini facial and massage, one hour luxury pedicure or mini manicure and mini pedicure.

Package available for bookings between 1^st September 2011 and 31^st March 2012 (excludes December).  Prices for two people, including two spa treatment (one for each person or two treatments for one), bed and breakfast for two nights and a three course meal in our award winning restaurant on one night.

Appointments at Chamomile are subject to availability.

Prices start from £450.

For more information, or to make a booking with The Rutland contact Reception 0131 229 3402 or info@therutlandhotel.com.

Chamomile Sanctuary has won Beauty Salon of the Year at the Scottish Health and Beauty Awards.

As well as winning the Beauty Salon of the Year, Chamomile was also a finalist for the Best New Salon/Spa and Best Salon Design of the Year.

The luxury boutique west end spa was established only a  year ago.  Justine Mitchell, MD, said: ‘We are absolutely delighted!  What great recognition for our business as we reach our first anniversary.

‘The list of nominees in the category was very strong and the winner was selected by a system of client voting.  We cannot thank our clients and friends enough!   The team at Chaomomile Sanctuary works very hard to ensure that all our treatments are fabulous and that our clients have a great experience.  I am extremely proud of them all.’

The results were revealed on 5pm.co.uk – organiser of the awards – and the lucky winners announced at a special ceremony at the Girls’ Day Out Exhibition at the SECC.

Nominations were invited from consumers in each of the categories.  Over 35,000 people took part in the vote and the diverse range of treatments and salons included in each of the categories showcases the top range of facilities and talented health and beauty experts Scotland has to offer.

Charles Shaw, Chairman of 5pm.co.uk says: “Scotland has a quality, thriving Health and Beauty sector and we wanted to celebrate and reward the hard work that goes into making a salon or a spa truly great.”

“We are delighted that our winners come from right across Scotland – from Oban to Dumfries and we hope that the public will try some of these places out for themselves. Of course they’ll find the best health and beauty deals on 5pm.co.uk.”