Real Housewives of West Cork Beauty Bags: Triona McCarthy’s Guide
Summer Escapes: Bring the Riviera Home and Reconnect with Nature
Even if a sun-drenched getaway to the Italian Riviera isn’t on the horizon this summer, you can still infuse your life – and your bathroom – with its luxurious essence. For those seeking a touch of coastal glamour and a sensory escape,the Tom Ford Neroli Portofino Hand and Body Wash offers an unparalleled experience. Named after the iconic coastal town synonymous with celebrity glamour and opulent summer retreats, this exquisite wash (€80, brownthomas.com) promises to transform your daily routine into a moment of pure indulgence. Its elegant blend of neroli, bergamot, winter yellow mandarin, orange flower, and lavender leaves your skin feeling sumptuously soft and refreshed, enveloping you in an aura of sophisticated fragrance.
Treatment: A Symphony of Nature and Renewal
For a truly immersive experience that reconnects you with the earth’s restorative powers, look no further than Ground, the esteemed Cork-based wellness brand founded by Peigín Crowley in 2020. Specializing in rituals designed for profound rest and renewal, Ground offers a sanctuary for the senses. I had the distinct pleasure of being among the first to experience the Tenalach treatment at the magnificent Castlemartyr Resort.This deeply grounding massage is more than just a treatment; it’s an invitation to reconnect with the natural world, beautifully enhanced by a signature oil born from a collaboration between Peigín Crowley and the resort’s spa manager.
The Tenalach treatment unfolds with a soothing symphony of botanicals, featuring a harmonious blend of lemon verbena, sweet geranium, rose, fennel, pine, and lavender. this carefully curated selection of natural essences works synergistically to calm the mind, soothe the body, and uplift the spirit.
Treatment Options:
60-minute Back of the Body, Face and Scalp Ritual: Priced at €145, this ritual focuses on releasing tension in key areas, promoting deep relaxation and rejuvenation. 90-minute Full-Body Ritual with Foot Ritual and Massages: For €180, this comprehensive experience offers a complete immersion in tranquility, addressing the entire body for ultimate well-being.
Enhance your Experience:
30-minute Body Polish: Add this invigorating polish for €45 to reveal smoother, more radiant skin.
30-minute scalp Therapy: Elevate your relaxation with this targeted scalp treatment for €45, designed to soothe and revitalize.
The Tenalach treatment at Castlemartyr Resort truly delivers a personal “Earth song” for rejuvenation and well-being,allowing you to bask in the serene beauty of the estate while nurturing your inner peace. Discover more and book your transformative experience at castlemartyrresort.ie.
