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Combine the desire for the ultimate vacation with the need for self-care and wellness, and you’ve got a world-class, luxury spa getaway in Switzerland at the historic Badrutt’s Palace Hotel.

When spas were allowed to open June 12 in most regions of Ontario, I knew a one-hour massage session at a clinic wasn’t going to satisfy my spa needs.

Everyone needs to spend a week somewhere where shoes are not needed or expected.

My OxyGeneo facial felt as if my skin had been flushed by a glorious splash of Veuve Clicquot, the effervescence of the bubbly cleansing and reinvigorating.

As Test Divas, we are often blessed with product samples, and Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to share some love for our favourite skincare companies.

As soon as I walked into Skinprovement I got that “ahh” moment. The design of the spa was modern, clean and chic; similar to the look of spas in California.

Two of our Test Divas had the privilege of testing a Moor Spa product as well as one of their other lines, Makes Scents.

These two-day events are geared towards the spa owners to allow them to meet with fellow owners, speak with brand reps, receive samples and more.

The ins and outs of setting up an airbrush tanning room, including what has and has not worked for esthetician and owner of organic tan FACE AND BODY, Lindsey Holder Rinehart.

Our Test Divas had the opportunity to try a variety of Berenice Nail Care Products, distributed by Nailed it Beauty Imports.

The number one culprit that ages your skin – that beautiful, supple surface you so lovingly care for, is the sun.

I’ve recently changed up my routine with three products by Skinprovement Organics. This company is run by a couple that believes in organic, sustainable living and real ingredients.

Both of these products have made it to my bathroom shelf and have become staples in my daily skincare routine.

Test Divas tried Swiss Line by Dermalab's Water Shock Bi-Phase Make-Up Remover for eyes and lips.

Three of our Test Divas recently sampled a few of the Seaflora products. Here’s what they had to say.

My skin was not only very clean, but I didn’t feel like my natural oils were stripped away.

Test Diva Jana welcomed the opportunity to test an interesting product called Advanced Retinol Serum by Alchimie Forever.

The Foreo UFO (Ur Future Obsession) is the world’s first smart mask treatment, according to the Swedish beauty tech firm which launched it earlier this year.

Not only are charcoal masks the latest craze because of their dramatic colour compared to other masks, but consumers are also starting to see the many advantages the product brings.

Companies like OSEA, have listened and created a skin care that delivers results without causing harm to our health or the health of the environment.

These brushes are handmade from the highest-quality sustainably-harvested beechwood, which is smoothed and finished with natural wax.

We were introduced to a new and exciting line from Valmont, the Swiss anti-aging expert, called AWF5 and were intrigued by it's dual-line solution

This product checked all my boxes for what I’m looking for in a cleanser

Let us share with you our experience with the new Sound Sleep Cocoon from Dermalogica.

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They convinced me that sometimes booking a "simple" treatment allows you to enjoy the way the spa transforms an ordinary beauty ritual into a luxurious indulgence.