We get asked this more than almost anything else: what does aromatherapy actually do during a massage? The short answer is that it changes how your body settles into the session before your therapist even starts working. It shapes how you breathe, how quickly the outside world drops away, and […]
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Hot Stone Massage Explained: Benefits, What to Expect, and Does It Hurt?
People ask us about hot stones before almost every first session. What are they? Do they hurt? What do they actually do? Here is what we tell them: hot stone massage is not complicated, and it is better than it sounds. We use smooth, heated stones alongside hands-on massage to […]
Read MoreHow to Plan a Birthday Spa Day in Brooklyn, New York
Having run cityWell for years now, one thing I can tell you for certain is this: people who celebrate their birthday here have a really special experience.Spending your birthday in a robe, under the pergola, with a hot stone massage and a glass of something cold in your hand, with […]
Read MoreWhat Is a Lymphatic Massage? Benefits, Types, and What to Expect at cityWell Brooklyn, New York
If your body has been feeling heavier than usual, a little puffy, or just… off, you are not imagining it. That kind of sluggish, swollen feeling is more common than people realize, and more often than not, it has something to do with a system most of us rarely think […]
Read MoreMy favorite winter cocktail(s)
It’s been a long winter, lots of snow and cold… and one thing that has gotten me through these dark days has been the comfort and delight of warm winter drinks… SPICED MULLED WINE I have been experimenting with mulled wine and hot toddies! They are the perfect tonic for […]
Read MoreWinter revival (and survival)
Dry Brush or not dry brush? That is the question! This has been on my mind since early winter. Everyone is talking about dry brushing! Why dry brushing, you ask? Well, let me explain. First, consider dry brushing as a ritual. Take time to give yourself and your skin some […]
Read MoreMy time out
Yoga Sanctuary with Erica Mather During this “ Pause” I have often thought about offering a stretching and meditation class for you all, but it’s hard to find the discipline to commit. I still might, but until then, you can try “Yoga Sanctuary” on Fridays from 12-1:15pm with Erica Mather. […]
Read MoreMy Favorite Salad: Caprese
My favorite salad for summer: Caprese Heirloom tomatoes, red onion, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil… This is the perfect combo in my book! Quick and easy to prepare, satisfying as a meal or starter, for lunch or dinner. Option – Add slices of fresh peaches or nectarines for a little bit […]
Read MoreAvocado Hair & Face Mask
Ingredients: 2 or 3 ripe avocados (depending on your hair length) Whipped or any honey Olive or coconut oil In a bowl, mash the ripe avocados, and add a generous tablespoon of honey or coconut oil. Mix and apply to dry or dampened hair. Gently massage your scalp. If you […]
Read MoreBring more green into your life and home! 🌿🌱
I have been needing more nature and green, but as we all know getting out is not as easy as it used to be! This past weekend, while out for a Sunday stroll, I was inspired to buy some plants! I got a few succulents (I’m a sucker for succulents […]
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