From the beginning of December, Moreton Place will be offering you the opportunity to have a Sunday facial in the privacy and comfort of your own home with our resident Facialist Gillian Zeghouane.* As this service will be by appointment only, we kindly ask you to book at least a week in advance. For all enquiries simply call us on 0207 821 1020 or email info@moretonplace.co.uk 

T’s & C’s apply:

50% of booking fee will be required as a deposit. Minimum 48 hrs cancellation.

Meet our resident Facialist & Skin Expert, Gillian Zeghouane

Gillian has been working in the beauty industry for 25 years. Following her industry education, she has worked for some of the most prestigious skincare brands in the world, joining the ranks of Chanel, Liz Earle, Sisley and Carita.

Her dedication to beauty and skin-care began at a very young age. Not many facial experts can claim to have started as young as 12 years old! Guided by her wise mother, Gillian followed a basic skin care regime which continues to this day. She believes that it was this childhood experience that encouraged her enthusiasm to learn so much more. Gillian continues to have a great passion to study the skin, its functions and natural changes and is dedicated to creating healthy skin.

Click here to continue reading Gillian’s profile.

“The Moreton place resident facialist and skin expert, Gillian has over 25 years experience in the beauty industry working for some of the best known brands in the world and in her hands your skin will be glowing and dewy in no time.” – Nicola de Burlet as seen in Mine Magazine 

THE ROSE QUARTZ SCULPTING FACIAL DESIGNED BY GILLIAN

I created the rose quartz sculpting facial as I had learnt about the many healing as well as other benefits rose quartz has on the appearance of your skin. It contains natural energies that help to relieve tension in the facial muscles and furthermore it is the stone of love and associated with the heart charkra which makes it the wonderful gift to give yourself.

This treatment starts with a gentle exfoliation peel to renew the skin at the deepest level. The rose quartz crystal stone used in this treatment has many healing and anti-ageing benefits. Massage with the crystal helps to drain puffiness and unwanted toxins, contours the face, and helps to smooth fine lines and wrinkles and combined with an intense and deep sculpting manual massage leaves your skin renewed, toned, and you feel completely relaxed and rested. Finish your unique facial treatment with a complimentary cup of rose bud tea which carries many skin beautifying benefits.

1 Hr £90

This ‘Glow on the Go’ 30 minute exfoliating and oxygenating facial treatment is perfect before a special party, especially for those who want a flawless complexion but are restricted for time!  

After a thorough eye, lip and face cleanse, this 3 phase treatment starts off with a triple exfoliant which breaks down the lipid barrier and penetrates the pores to clear away dead skin cells and promote cell renewal. The next step is a Carbonic Powder which creates an effervescent effect on the skin to leave it looking visibly revitalised and radiant. The final step is the Botanical Activateur which will soothe and regenerate skin cells as well as hydrate and soften the skin.

The benefits of this treatment are instantly noticeable and will leave you with a luminous and celebration ready complexion.

To book in for this express treatment simply call 0207 821 1020 or book online. 

We are delighted to be featured as one of London’s Best Hidden Gems in Mine Magazine London.

“A beautiful jewel of a day spa with impeccable design and an impressive catalogue of brands and treatments”

“Must try:  Natura Bissé collagen shock facial a rejuvenating treatment which lifts and firms the skin and minimises fine lines and wrinkles – I am hooked.”

-Nicola de Burlet

Read our feature and discover other hidden gems in London today!

Essential oils have been used for centuries to treat a number of skin types and conditions along with other ailments. As they are highly concentrated, they can be intensely nourishing and can improve the overall condition and appearance of your skin.

These oils are highly concentrated and need to be diluted in order to prevent a reaction, before using them at home it is best to read the manufacturer label. There are two ways you can use your essential oils at home to treat your skin: you can mix essential oils with a carrier/base oil such as almond or grapeseed oil and then apply to dry skin after having a bath or shower or you can add a few drops of essential oils to your bath (always read the instructions according to the manufacturer). With the added steam from the bath, your body will also benefit from the essential oils.

Carrier/Base oils

Almond oil – This is suitable for all skin types, particularly dry and sensitive skin.

Grapeseed oil – This is suitable for all skin types, particularly oily.

Jojoba oil – This is suitable for all skin types, particularly sensitive.

Avocado oil – This is suitable for dry, dehydrated and mature skins.

Essential Oils

Chamomile, Geranium and Lavender oils are analgesics and therefore are great for treating sensitive skins and eczema. Chamomile and Lavender oil can also treat psoriasis as well as sunburn.

For dry, mature skins I recommend Frankincense oil. It is good at treating scarring and pigmentation and it also helps to protect skin cells as it is an astringent.

For combination, oily and acne prone skins, I recommend Lemon, Orange, Rosemary, Geranium, Lavender, Rosemary, Tea Tree and Ylang Ylang. These oils are detoxifying, bactericidal and help to regulate sebum production. Citrus based oils such as Lemon and Orange should be used with caution as these can cause photosensitivity if skin is exposed to sunlight after application.

These are just a few of the many essential oils that can help with the overall condition and appearance of your skin.

At Moreton Place Beauty & Wellbeing, following a consultation I will choose the appropriate oils based on your individual needs. You may wish to use aromatherapy as a treatment to help improve symptoms solely associated with  treating a skin type/condition or you may want assistance with improving other conditions too. The great thing about aromatherapy is that essential oils have many therapeutic benefits which can provide relief from multiple physical and mental conditions.

To achieve the best possible results with aromatherapy I highly recommend booking a course of four treatments.

I look forward to seeing you soon for your aromatherapy treatment.

• Rebecca, Aromatherapist at Moreton Place Beauty & Wellbeing.

* If you are under medical supervision, pregnant or breast feeding consult your doctor before using  essential oils at home.

We are delighted to announce our new partnership with The Footprints Foundation, a charity that is very close to our hearts.

The Footprints Foundation aims to tackle problems and issues facing disadvantaged and vulnerable young and elderly people, and those people with significant health issues throughout the UK and the World. They endeavour to support these people during the most trying periods of their lives and help give them the strength and confidence to enjoy a fulfilled life. Their aim is to support through volunteering and hands on help rather than solely providing financial support.

Each month some of the profits raised from a selection of treatments will be donated to The Footprints Foundation. Make sure you keep checking our website and social media platforms for updates as the treatments we select to help raise money for The Footprints Foundation will change on a monthly basis.

June & July:

Massage & Reflexology treatments: In June and July  a donation will be given to The Footprints Foundation from of our massage and reflexology treatment profits!

To find out more about The Footprints Foundation and their ongoing work  Click here.

For me a good facial massage can be very powerful to the condition and overall appearance of your skin.

In my opinion I do feel that with a good regular facial massage your skin and your facial muscles benefit in many ways; your skin will be nourished from the ingredients and your facial muscles will be toned to leave your facial contours redefined. Throughout my career I have always been an advocate for facial massage over electrical treatments as both your skin and facial muscles are treated.

Whichever facial you choose will usually incorporate some form of massage, however, the type of massage will be dependent on your particular concerns. When you have an anti-ageing facial massage, the movements will focus more on lifting, sculpting and re-defining the facial muscles and contours.  Facial massage will increase fresh oxygen to the skin which in itself is a completely natural form of anti-ageing for your complexion.  The increase of blood flow helps to stimulate collagen production and these combined equal a naturally healthy and glowing complexion!

For a congested or particularly oilier skin, a lighter pressure is always recommended so as not to overstimulate the sebaceous oil glands.  I would use a light detoxing massage which will aid the lymphatic flow encouraging a clear skin.  Detox massage has a deeply restorative feel and will also help to reduce puffiness or sinus congestion.

It is a helpful idea to take a couple of minutes using some simple massage movements whilst applying your skincare at home. You could even incorporate a two minute massage whilst you doing your morning cleanse to revive and depuff your skin for the day. After each facial I can always provide some simple massage techniques to suit your skin.

-Gillian, Facialist & Skin Expert at Moreton Place Beauty & Wellbeing