Osmosis Day Spa and Sanctuary is the latest location to introduce ESSIO to spa-goers, and we could not be more delighted! This unique spot is located in Western Sonoma County in the Bodega Bay area 60 miles north of San Francisco, and is one of the few locations outside of Japan to offer a Cedar... Read More

Vetiver essential oil captures the raw, primal power of Spring. Dams bursting, icicles snapping, streams overflowing their banks, buds swelling, eggs popping. Think of the ancient god Pan, goat-horned, cloven-hoofed, pipes-tootling chaser of giggly forest nymphs-- from whose name the English word "panic" is formed-- and you're getting a whiff of the real essence of Vetiver essential oil.  Think... Read More

Regardless of whether your gloss is classic red, baby-pink or punk purple, paraben free makeup is the phrase that's on everyone's lips these days. Paraben free makeup is a hot topic because of controversy and strong emotions regarding some of the potential hazards of using parabens in the formulation of cosmetics and toiletries, including soap,... Read More

The very phrase herbal stress relief may bring a smirk from hipsters and others who frequent green pharmacies-- but that's not what we're about here. Post-industrial society seems increasingly burdened with stressors and toxins. While individual herbal remedies may offer their comforts, an area which interests holistic health-seekers even more is the concept of non-specific... Read More

To stand even a chance of keeping the visible signs of aging at bay, you have to know how to hydrate skin. Retaining and replacing moisture in the epidermis means that fine lines and wrinkles may be slower to form, and are less noticeable. Also, well-hydrated skin functions better, meaning that the skin as our... Read More

Canyon Ranch Hotel & Spa in Miami Beach is more than luxurious: it’s a transformation, just 30 minutes from Miami International Airport. People gravitate from all over the world to this dazzling 5-star oasis which offers state-of-the art wellness, relaxation, spa and beauty in a pristine beach hotel setting. The healing power of water is... Read More

Here’s the good news: the spa business is back. According to 2013 U.S. Spa Industry Study by ISPA, spa revenues improved by 4.7% between 2011 and 2012, moving the needle to $13.4 billion in spa revenues. These statistics reflect that spa visits are up 2.8% and revenue per visit has increased back to pre-recession levels,... Read More