Dr. Hauschka

Dr. Rudolph Hauschka, (1891-1969) first developed his herbal remedies in the 1930’s.

Inspired by the teachings of Rudolf Steiner, Hauschka set about examining the rhythms of nature as the basis of a system of entirely natural medicine, which aimed to create a botanical extract from a plant that carried not only its physical essence but its life-force as well.

All the plants and flowers use in Hauschka products are organically and biomedically grown, planted at specific phases of the moon and harvested at sunrise, when the vital energy in the plant is at its highest. The care and attention employed in the processing of the plan ingredients is unique.

The resulting products nourish and re-establish the natural functioning of the skin, which Hauschka considers to be as important as any other vital organ.

Dr Hauschka Classic Facial (devised by Elizabeth Sigmund)

The Dr Hauschka Classic facial’s therapeutic effect is to balance the natural rhythms of the body, working gently to stimulate the lymphatic system to cleanse, tone and rejuvenate the skin. It's Ideal for all ages and skin conditions, even the most sensitive. We start with a sage footbath to warm the feet and initiate the flow of lymph. The legs and arms are lightly massaged with rosemary based products and the head and neck are gently relaxed. The rest is a journey of cleansing and nourishing, starting with warm lavender compresses, gentle steam inhalation which employs a specific breathing technique. Then a fine clay mask is applied and you are left to rest, at this point you often start to drift off. After the mask is removed a unique rhythmical lymph stimulation is performed with the lightest brush and hand movements. Conditioning ampoules with etheric rose oil are gently patted into the skin, then a hydrating or firming mask is applied with cooling eye pads. During this time a soothing oil massage is performed to the decolletage. You are warm and relaxed, wrapped in soft white towels and cocooned from the outside world. You leave refreshed, with glowing skin and an innate sense of well-being. This treatment can even be taken the day before a wedding or that special evening out. I have also found it to be beneficial for those suffering from post viral fatigue, post operative and post pregnancy, or where full body massage would not be suitable.

Advantages of Dr. Hauschka products include:

• Products are certified natural, containing the highest-quality plant and mineral ingredients
• Carefully chosen ingredients based on individual effects on the skin, as well as the way it interacts with other ingredients
• Careful research has gone into every plant’s origin, making sure it comes from an ecologically and ethically sound source
• Carefully designed and manufactured packaging that keeps the product range free of artificial preservatives