The Sanctuary Spa

If your skincare products could talk, this is the group chat you would come home to.

The truth is, most routines are built on good intentions and bad information. Products layered in the wrong order. Ingredients that cancel each other out. SPF skipped because it was a cloudy day. Your skin keeps score of all of it. The good news is that fixing a routine does not have to be complicated. It just has to make sense for your skin specifically — not your friend’s skin, not the routine you saw online, yours.

That is exactly the conversation we have at The Sanctuary. When you are ready to stop guessing, we are here.

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Because great skin doesn’t stop when you leave our spa. After every treatment at Sanctuary Spa our team will walk you through exactly what your skin needs to keep that post-treatment glow going for as long as possible.

But here are our golden rules:
✔️ Keep your skin hydrated — a good moisturiser goes a long way
✔️ SPF every single day — protecting your skin is non negotiable
✔️ Gentle cleansing morning and night — don’t undo all that hard work
✔️ Avoid harsh scrubs or exfoliants straight after treatment
✔️ Drink plenty of water — hydrated skin starts from within
✔️ Use the products your therapist recommends for your skin type

The truth is, what you do at home between appointments makes a huge difference to your long term results. The right routine paired with regular treatments at Sanctuary Spa is the ultimate combination for skin that truly thrives 🤍

Not sure where to start with your home routine? Ask us at your next appointment, we’re always happy to help guide you.

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A 60 minute facial that leaves your skin deeply hydrated, your body completely relaxed AND your sinuses thanking you? That is the Sanctuary Spa experience.

We love that our facials go beyond just the skin. Every 60 minute facial includes arms, hands, feet, décolletage, shoulders and shoulder blades because you deserve to be taken care of from head to toe, not just your face. And the fact that she felt relief from her sinus issues during her treatment? That is the power of a truly restorative facial.

This is exactly what we mean when we say we take care of our clients. If you have been on the fence about booking, let these words be the push you needed. We can’t wait to take care of you too.

Book your 60 minute facial at Sanctuary Spa by giving us a call today!

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The answer might surprise you. 🤍

We recommend getting a HydraFacial once every 4 weeks and here’s why. Your skin naturally renews itself on a monthly cycle, so booking in regularly means you’re working with your skin’s own rhythm. Each treatment builds on the last, keeping your pores consistently clear, your skin deeply hydrated and your glow well and truly maintained. That said, every skin is different. Some clients love coming in monthly for maintenance, while others prefer to treat themselves every 6–8 weeks as a skin reset. During your consultation our team will help you figure out the frequency that works best for your skin type, lifestyle and goals.

What we do know is this, the more consistently you treat your skin, the better and longer lasting your results will be.

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We know, we know, the sun feels amazing. But while you’re soaking it up, UV rays are silently breaking down your collagen, causing pigmentation and ageing your skin faster than anything else in your environment. The fix? SPF. Every. Single. Day.

Not just on beach days. Not just when it’s hot. Every day, rain or shine, indoors and out, because UV rays don’t take days off and neither should your sunscreen.

✔️ SPF 50 every morning — no exceptions
✔️ Reapply every 2 hours outdoors
✔️ Yes, even on cloudy days
✔️ Yes, even through windows
✔️ Your foundation SPF doesn’t count — wear a dedicated sunscreen

Protect your skin this summer and your future self will thank you. 🤍 Not sure which SPF is right for your skin? Ask our team at your next appointment at Sanctuary Spa.

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Wishing you a restful Fourth of July. The Sanctuary is closed today, we hope you spend it slowly, with good company and a little sunshine.

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Yes and honestly, we love them. 🤍

At Sanctuary Spa every new client is welcomed with a consultation before their treatment. It’s our chance to get to know you, understand your skin, your concerns and your goals and make sure we’re recommending the right treatment for you.

Whether you’re not sure which facial suits your skin type, curious about the difference between a regular and Korean Lash Lift, or just want to talk through what’s right for you. Our team are here to guide you every step of the way. No pressure, no guessing, just honest advice from people who genuinely care about your results.

Because the best treatments aren’t one size fits all, they start with a conversation.

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