The Greys Retreat

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A skincare retreat in a peaceful countryside garden setting nestled in the village of Boxted

Photos from The Greys Retreat's post 09/06/2026

🧬Let’s biohack into our skin and start to influence our skin cells, let’s 💪🏽help our skin defend itself against the 100,000 damaging stressors it has to deal with each day.

Are you already a Biohacker???

If you track & influence your health, your body’s performance, your mind’s performance, if you prioritise your sleep, rest and trying to lower your stress level, If you take supplements to support your body…

Then you are already a biohacker and upgrading your skin’s biological function should be your next focus.

This is when Dermalogica’s Future Code Booster enters the room and mic drops …
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How to Use Dermalogica Future Code Booster?

The booster comes with a precise, one dose pump applicator.
* Simply unscrew the top, and you will see the white button on the cap raise slowly. This slow rise is the applicator lifting the correct dose of booster into the dropper inside.
* Take out the dropper, and dispense the perfect one dose measure by pushing down on the button.
* You can apply the Future Code Booster completely alone, or mix it directly into your favourite serum or moisturiser for a seamless application.
* Finally, place the lid back on and twist to close; the white button will slowly go back down, locking the formula securely and dispensing any left over booster but down into the bottle.

📣Let’s, fortify our natural repair systems, let’s help our skin repair the visible signs of DNA related damage by fighting free radicals, and let’s rebuild and strengthen our skin’s barrier.

Let’s use intelligent skincare to influence our skin to function at its absolute best for much longer, extending the true longevity of healthy looking skin, not just papering over the cracks.

📣NEW Dermalogica Futurecode Booster £85 plus free gift - exclusively only here at the greys retreat

Contact me now to order your booster and start helping your skin repairs its damaged DNA

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08/06/2026

I wanted to let you know that from July, there will be a small increase in treatment prices.

This has been a very difficult decision, but with rising outgoings and higher product costs, I’ve had to make this adjustment simply to keep things running and continue offering the same level of care you deserve.

I’m not making extra money from this change, I’m only just covering my costs. I really appreciate your understanding, kindness, and continued support of my small skincare business.

All my love Nicola 🩶

Photos from The Greys Retreat's post 08/06/2026

‘Welcome to the era of skin Biohacking and DNA 🧬 repair’

For years, skincare has focused on treating visible signs of ageing, but the next frontier is supporting skin at a deeper biological level. The modern approach aims to help skin function better for longer by strengthening repair, resilience, and longevity.

At the heart of this is DNA, 🧬which acts like the instruction manual inside every skin cell. When DNA repair works well, the skin barrier is stronger, healing is faster, pigmentation stays more balanced, and visible ageing is slowed.

‘Our skin is affected by damaging stressors up to 100,000 a day’ Stress from UV rays, pollution, blue light, toxins, inflammation, and internal oxidative stress, all of which can add up over time.

This cumulative damage affects DNA, telomeres, collagen, elastin, and cell renewal, leading to dryness, wrinkles, uneven tone, thinner skin, and slower healing as we age.

Biohacking is about making targeted, measurable changes to improve how the body works, and skincare is now moving in that direction too.

📣Introducing The Dermalogica Future Code Booster - is designed to support repair, cellular energy, and the skin’s epigenetic balance through ingredients that help protect against stress, support NAD+ production, and provide antioxidant defence, hydration, and barrier support.

💪🏼Its two main technologies are the PRO NAD+ Support System and the Omni Antioxidant Network. Together, they aim to help skin stay stronger, more resilient, and visibly healthier, with clinical results showing improved lift and firmness after just one week of use.

Future Code Booster - 30ml RRP £89

➡️THE GREYS RETREAT PRICE is £85 plus free gift worth £50 - free microfiant mitt and set of three daily exfoliants

Message me for more details or read my blog on my website.

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02/06/2026

✨ Your skin. Your results. Your salon 💛

📣 At the greys retreat every treatment is personal, and so is the care you take home.

When you purchase your Dermalogica products ➡️ directly from me, you’re not just investing in your skin you’re supporting a small, independent business that truly cares about your results.

To make it even better, I offer 📣£4 off every Dermalogica product exclusively for ALL my clients. That means you get professional-grade skincare, expert advice, and competitive pricing, all in one place.

No guesswork! no wasted money! just products tailored to your skin, with guidance you can trust.

By shopping ➡️ directly with me, you’re helping my business thrive, grow, and continue offering the personalised treatments you love.

🛍️ Stock up at your next appointment!

Thank you for choosing to support local it truly means everything 🩶

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01/06/2026

Lately I have gained lots of New clients and page followers so here is a little bit about me.

My name is Nicola and I am 46 years old 👋

I am a fully trained skincare and beauty therapist qualified in NVQ 2, NVQ 3, and a Diploma in Holistic Therapies. 📚

I have owned my own skincare business for over 19 years called the greys retreat and have over 25 years of skincare experience.

I am a Dermalogica skin expert and have worked with the Dermalogica brand for over 25 years; during this time, I have continuously updated my knowledge and skills by attending many training sessions a year.

I am also an ambassador for Kollo Health a fantastic supplement company and neom organics a natural wellbeing company.

My business - the greys retreat 🛖 is in a peaceful countryside garden setting with field views, nestled in the lovely village of Boxted.

My aim is to provide the best skincare advice and the most relaxing, luxurious well-being treatments, I offer many result driven skincare treatments as I have a strong passion for all things related to skin health, age management, deep relaxation and luxury customer service.

My aim to help you improve the health and look of your skin and improve your confidence and wellbeing.

In my spare time I have been busy renovating my 1930’s house, 🏠 plus I love pottering around the salon garden looking after my roses, lavenders and jasmines 🌷

Also travel is a big love of mine and my husband Dan, we have been lucky to have visited many amazing places including Borneo 🦧Maldives 🇲🇻 , Kenya 🇰🇪 and Las Vegas, also love mini city breaks to Italy 🇮🇹 Still so many places to visit.

Thank you for reading and please get in touch for all your skincare and wellbeing needs 👋
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23/05/2026

✨ Your skin. Your results. Your salon 💛

📣 At the greys retreat every treatment is personal, and so is the care you take home.

When you purchase your Dermalogica products ➡️ directly from me, you’re not just investing in your skin you’re supporting a small, independent business that truly cares about your results.

To make it even better, I offer 📣£4 off every Dermalogica product exclusively for ALL my clients. That means you get professional-grade skincare, expert advice, and competitive pricing, all in one place.

No guesswork! no wasted money! just products tailored to your skin, with guidance you can trust.

By shopping ➡️ directly with me, you’re helping my business thrive, grow, and continue offering the personalised treatments you love.

🛍️ Stock up at your next appointment!

Thank you for choosing to support local it truly means everything 🩶

21/05/2026

As it is skin cancer awareness month - Read my “deep dive’ blog into Dermalogica’s Invisible Physical Defence SPF 30 🌞🕶️🧴

Firstly as a Skincare Expert I know the great importance daylight protection is.

Please note I called it daylight protection instead of sun protection, this is because many people just feel they need to wear SPF when the sun is shining or on a hot holiday abroad.

The truth is daylight ages our skin, meaning we should all be wearing SPF30 or above everyday, all season and all year round.

Read my blog and product review and learn:

* How UV rays affect the skin.
* Why it is so important to wear SPF30 or above.
* Why Dermalogica’s Invisible Physical Defence SPF30 stands out from other brands.
* How to use.
* When to use.
* How and what to pair or layer.
* The difference between Physical and Chemical SPF products
* Key ingredients
* Plus top tips

I love the Dermalogica Invisible Physical Defense SPF30 and it really is a standout product in the world of sun protection.

It manages to solve the most common complaint about mineral sunscreens by being truly transparent and lightweight.

It bridges the gap between high performance sun protection and skincare by offering soothing benefits for sensitive complexions while shielding against the modern threats of blue light from devices and pollution.

➡️ Comment with the word LINK or Message me directly and I will send you the link to take you straight to my review-

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16/05/2026

Read my “deep dive’ blog into Retinol products

As a Skin Expert and Facialist I know the importance of having Retinol in your skin care routine for anyone wanting to reduce and prevent any signs of premature or accelerated ageing

Learn:
* ��How retinol serums work
* ��Why Dermalogica’s retinol stands out from other brands
* ��How to use
* �When to use
* What to pair or layer with retinol products
* ��The “phasing in period’
* �Key ingredients and benefits of using retinol
* Please top tips

The Dynamic Skin Retinol serum is an excellent investment for those serious about”ageing well.”

I would highly
recommend this serum for everyone over 30 that is looking to reduce and keep the signs of ageing at bay for as long as possible.

➡️ Message me now and i will send you the link to take you straight to my review-

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The Greys, Straight Road, Boxted
Colchester
CO45QZ

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 6am
Wednesday 9:15am - 6am
Thursday 12pm - 6am
Friday 9:15am - 5pm