As a 50-something-year-old female, it’s hard not to notice the variety of lines and wrinkles appearing on my skin. And while I know that this is just a part of growing older, I am also keen to find ways where I can help my skin remain as youthful, supple and smooth as possible for as long as possible.
When I learned about Susanne Aram and her unique offering of natural beauty treatments, I was intrigued to learn more. Within her treatments, Susanne draws on a range of techniques including Gua Sha, a Traditional Chinese Medicine practice that uses a flat stone to smooth the skin; traditional facial reflexology and facial yoga to name a few.
Susanne suggested I try the Zone Face Lift, which comprises a unique combination of traditional facial reflexology, ancient healing techniques and the use of pressure point massage along with Asian body mapping and healing herbs to renew and smooth the skin.
Hailed by The Sunday Express as “A Spiritual Facial treatment…unlike any other” and by Tatler as “extraordinary”, this treatment ‘offers a pioneering new way to age well naturally and lift both the face and the spirit.’ I was intrigued to see if it lived up to its claims.
After arriving at her clinic space at her home in Bourne End, Susanne explained a bit about the treatment and that the session would happen in silence. As I lay down on the super comfortable heated treatment couch, my initial thought was wondering how I would manage not to speak for the whole hour. Susanne began the treatment with the chime of a small gong and I immediately relaxed. In fact, it very quickly became clear to me that without feeling the need or obligation to speak, I was able to truly immerse into the treatment.
During the session, Susanne used ARK, a UK-based natural skincare range formulated with bio-active ingredients, to cleanse and hydrate the skin along with an interesting array of tools to help stimulate facial muscles, increase blood flow and smooth out the complexion. The techniques were also interesting, varying in style and applied to the skin in such a way that it was clear Susanne knew exactly what she was doing to achieve the intended result.
The treatment lasted 75 minutes. At the end, Susanne produced a mirror so I could see the results for myself. Despite the fact I no longer had any makeup on, my skin looked soft, dewy and glowing. I hadn’t bought any makeup with me but I felt confident enough to go out into the world without it – something I rarely do. Susanne also shared some different skin sliding techniques I could do at home myself each day to help maintain my skin going forward.
Susanne is without doubt an accomplished pro in her field, drawing on many years of experience to deliver a highly effective natural face lifting treatment. This is ideal for women wishing to look after their skin without using injectables and also who are keen to learn exercises to help them reduce fine lines and wrinkles naturally.
The treatment can be stand alone, once a week or, for best results, as a 12 consecutive week course, which includes the Zone Face Lift Elixir, an Amethyst Crystal Infused Elixir and an information booklet. Priced £70 per treatment.
Said Susanne, “Ageing might be inevitable, but looking old is not. Pro-Ageing for me is a holistic approach and I use only manual techniques that will refresh and revitalise your skin, making you look younger and feel wonderful too.”
For more info or to book, visit www.seedwellness.co.uk/susannearam
By Kate Kirrane
