Traditional Chinese Medicine views menopause not as an ending, but as a time of renewal - and we wanted to capture that empowering spirit in a ritual – Antonia David, Head of Education

Second Spring: A Spa Ritual for Menopause Wellness

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, menopause is beautifully described as the ‘second spring’ - a time of renewed feminine potential, wisdom and transformation. Inspired by this philosophy, Elemental Herbology has created a deeply nurturing new treatment that honours this important life stage with care, compassion and expertise.

Launching this month to coincide with Menopause Awareness Month, the Five Element Pause & Renew Ritual is a 90-minute face and body experience designed to support women at every stage of menopause, including perimenopause and post-menopause. Blending Eastern and Western holistic techniques with sensorial, results-driven skincare, the ritual brings comfort, balance and renewal to body, mind and skin.

One of Elemental Herbology’s five bestselling Bath & Body Oils - each infused with a different blend of therapeutic essential oils - will be matched to the guest’s primary concern or symptom. A powerful combination of mindful breathing, cool stone placement, Swedish massage and lymphatic drainage will help calm the nervous system, release tension and restore emotional equilibrium. Throughout the treatment, targeted acupressure helps to relieve symptoms such as hot flushes, brain fog, anxiety, mood swings and insomnia. The ritual concludes with a cooling, revitalising facial, featuring the Pause & Renew Gel Mask and Serum, an innovative duo specially formulated to hydrate, plump and rejuvenate hormonally stressed skin.

Antonia David, Head of Education at Elemental Herbology, says, “Traditional Chinese Medicine views menopause not as an ending, but as a time of renewal - and we wanted to capture that empowering spirit in a ritual that truly supports women through this transformative stage of life. Each product used in the treatment has been carefully chosen to help ease common menopausal challenges, from changes in mood and sleep to skin sensitivity. To extend the benefits beyond the spa, every guest receives a self-care guide with skincare advice and wellbeing practices - ensuring they leave not just nurtured but supported on their ongoing journey.”

Treatment Description:

FIVE ELEMENT PAUSE & RENEW RITUAL - 90 MINUTES

This rebalancing face and body ritual has been created especially for guests experiencing hormonal fluctuations and skin changes associated with perimenopause and menopause. A powerful combination of cool stones, Swedish massage, lymph drainage techniques and acupressure points will nurture the body and balance the mind, while a cooling and rejuvenating facial featuring our Pause & Renew Gel Mask and Pause & Renew Serum will leave your skin looking plump, refreshed and glowing with health.