Pack your beach bag, grab that bikini from the closet, and stock up on sunscreen. The final step? Essential prep for a stunning, confident beach body. Your Step-by-Step Plan 1. Hair RemovalTop Pick: Philips Lumea Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) System How It WorksA smooth, hair-free body is a beach essen

In addition to sunscreen, need extra sun protection? Grab a bowl of grapes for natural defense. Thats right, grapes contain powerful compounds that safeguard skin cells from damaging UV radiation. Researchers from the University of Barcelona and Spains CSIC (National Research Council) have demonstra

Travel smarter with MACs new travel-size facial care lineup. Planning a flight? Pack your suitcase and keep toiletries in hand luggage—but anything over 30ml stays behind at security. Beauty authority M.A.C solves this with facial care in 30ml sizes or smaller. Bring your complete routine—cleanser,

Lush has partnered with Monkey Business to launch the Monkey Business Charity Pot, a luxurious body lotion that combines indulgence with impact. Among our Lush favorites are Bubble Bars infused with lavender, rosemary, and thyme; decadent fresh chocolate face masks; and massage bars bursting with fr

Say goodbye to harmful UV radiation. This groundbreaking invention from experimental dermatology experts makes risky tanning a thing of the past.Ditch the tanning bed—its dangerous—and toss those self-tanners that leave an unnatural orange hue. Instead, achieve a responsible, even tan with the innov

Need a revitalizing boost? Embrace autumn feeling fresh and radiant with an exclusive 24% discount on a comprehensive wellness treatment at Bad Boekelo. As seasoned wellness experts, we recommend Spabooking.nl – the trusted platform for securing significant discounts on visits to top spas across the

Only 1% of Dutch women consider themselves beautiful. Beauty brand Dove is on a mission to change that mindset. Dove hit the streets yesterday, complimenting 12,000 women on their beauty as a playful finale to the What I Find So Beautiful About... You campaign. Since launching its Real Beauty initia

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a powerful initiative led by Pink Ribbon to raise awareness and funds for research and support. Breast cancer remains the most common cancer in the Netherlands, affecting over 13,000 women and 100 men annually. Pink Ribbon has designated October as Breast

Are you overdoing your perfume routine?Research shows the Netherlands is fast becoming a perfume nation. We scent everything from bread to flowers, and on average, individuals apply perfume about 11 times a day across at least five products. A cautionary note: excessive perfume use—especially layeri

Celebrate Halloween with Lushs limited-edition skulls and skeletons. Lush, the renowned handmade cosmetics brand, steps away from pumpkins, witches, and bats this year. Their Halloween collection draws from Mexicos vibrant Día de los Muertos 2020 tradition—the Day of the Dead. Its a joyful occasion

Need a professional skin analysis? Your skin health deserves expert attention. Mediq Pharmacy offers complimentary skin analyses throughout April. Research shows many Dutch people skip advice on skin care—both for daily routines and sun protection. Yet, the same studies highlight how important they

Now included as a gift with the May issue of Santé: Spa Life! The mood board sparks every new magazine. Without one, theres no emotion, no foundation. Ours featured three: travel, food, and personal care. We added yellow sticky notes with a clear directive: Dont be expensive, but be happy. But what

QUESTION: Recently, during a body treatment at a spa, I encountered a head massage—which I find deeply uncomfortable. I requested an alternative, such as a hand or foot massage, but my preference was ignored, and the head massage was simply skipped. How can I better handle this in the future?ANSWER:

May 21 marks Protect Your Skin Day, when dermatologists nationwide host open days this Saturday to promote skin health. The primary goal is early skin cancer detection and educating on smart sunbathing practices. Skin CancerCases have risen sharply, with over two million diagnosed annually. Key fact

Research from the Sunlight Research Forum reveals that gradual sun exposure ultimately shields skin from harmful UV rays. The sun provides essential vitamin D, yet excessive exposure damages skin. Gradual sunlight acclimation, however, fosters natural protection against further harm. A 2020 repeated

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Santé magazine recently offered a full Restylane Skinbooster treatment as a giveaway. Lucky winner Danielle, 40, shares her firsthand account. Heres what happened during her first session. I was hesitant but entered Santés competition for a skin rejuvenation treatment with Restylane anyway. I never

A new entry in the realm of body image obsessions: bleachorexia. As dental professionals, were familiar with trends like tanorexia (the relentless pursuit of a deep tan) and anorexia athletica (compulsive over-exercising). Now, bleachorexia—an obsession with excessively whitening teeth—is on the ris

Weleda, the pioneering brand in natural cosmetics and over-the-counter medicines, marks an impressive 90 years. Its time to celebrate with special treats. For nine decades, Weleda has partnered with raw material growers worldwide, supporting them to cultivate and harvest as sustainably as possible.

Santé recently gave away a full Restylane Skinbooster treatment, and our winner, Danielle (40), shares her firsthand experience. Today: her second session. More than two weeks after the first treatment, Im back at Dr. Gijs Ankers practice in Amsterdam for my second Restylane Skinbooster session. Im