*New* Purifying Micellar Cleanser

September is here .. the kids are back to school and the days are getting shorter .. your schedule is as busy as ever and it is important to look not let your daily beauty routines suffer.  Effective cleansing is the starting point for clear, conditioned and healthy looking skin. Our new ESPA Purifying Micellar Cleanser is packed with hard-working plant actives and essential oils, allowing you to streamline your skincare routine when you need it. The ESPA Purifying Micellar Cleanser is just €31.00 for 200ml and our professional spa team will be delighted to assist you with further information. They may be contacted on 091 778460 or espa@theg.ie

CLEANSE, CONDITION, BOOST

With its non-rinse blend of Coconut and Sugar-derived cleansers,  plant actives and essential oils, the gentle 3-in-1 formula removes make-up, cleanses and tones in the sweep of a cotton pad. Suitable for all skin types, it contains delicately fragrant organic Rosewater and Chamomile Essential Oil to soothe and calm, Witch Hazel to tone and help balance oil production, and Hyaluronic Acid to help ensure skin remains hydrated after cleansing. Quick, convenient cleansing...naturally.

Whether you are late at work, always on the go, or just need to refresh skin during the day, Purifying Micellar Cleanser has been designed with ultimate convenience in mind. Its swiftly revitalising formula fits into even the busiest routine… it’s as easy as 1, 2, 3...

HOW TO USE

With a pump designed for ultimate convenience, soak a cotton pad with Purifying Micellar Cleanser and sweep across face, neck and décolleté, paying special attention to the eye and lip areas if removing make-up. Repeat until all make-up and impurities are removed and cotton pad appears clean. Follow with preferred ESPA Serum, Oil or Moisturiser. Use daily, morning and night.

1. Steadily press a cotton pad down on the pump until it’s soaked with Purifying Micellar Cleanser.

2. Sweep the pad across your face, neck and décolleté.

3. Repeat until impurities and make-up are removed and the cotton pad appears clean.

THE SCIENCE 

Purifying Micellar Cleanser, as the name suggests, is made up of tiny yet powerful micelles which, when combined with our blend of hard working natural ingredients, trap and remove impurities, sebum and even stubborn make-up without the need to rub. Our professional spa team will be delighted to assist you with further information and may be contacted on 091 778460 or espa@theg.ie

REVIEWS

"ESPA's Micellar Cleanser is quick and easy to use whilst thoroughly cleansing my skin, removing all traces of make-up leaving me fresh faced within a flash! I love it!" Charlotte

"I absolutely love the new Purifying Micellar Cleanser. It left my skin feeling incredibly clean and the aroma from it was fantastic as always with ESPA. 10 out of 10 from me!" Heather

"The Purifying Micellar Cleanser is the perfect product for me...quick and easy to use with no fuss! Great for those days when you don't have much time for a full cleansing routine with the new style bottle being handy for the gym bag." Erinna

10th Birthday Celebrations at the g Hotel & Spa

Throughout the month of November, we are celebrating 10 years in business at the g Hotel & Spa in Galway. We have a host of events and offers available to our loyal guests and are very grateful to every guest that has stayed or dined with us, our wonderful local Irish suppliers and our hard working team. We hope you will join in the celebrations.

RESTAURANT gigis TASTING NIGHT
Fri 27th Nov - 10 course Tasting Menu celebrating each year of culinary delights at the g from 2005-2015. Price €75.00. TO BOOK eat@theg.ie

COCKTAIL FEST
November will be filled with weekly specials, masterclasses, signature drinks and meet the maker evenings. Live music every Friday & Saturday from 9pm-11pm with the Supernova's & Mike Corbett.
Our Masterclasses will be hosted by David Dillon and guests may book in advance by emailing drinks@theg.ie - just €10pp in celebration of our 10th Birthday.

Wednesday 11th November – Whiskey Wednesday
Bringing the world's most magical spirit to life - the g Hotel & Spa invites you to discover the attributes and appreciate the nose and taste of a trio of whiskeys. You will also learn about distillation and how each whiskey is distilled, barrelled and bottled. The masterclass will be hosted by Food & Beverage Manager at the g Hotel & Spa, David Dillon, a whiskey expert who honed his craft in top establishments both in Ireland and Scotland.

Wednesday 18th November – Wednesday Wine
The g Hotel & Spa offers a diverse list of unique, high quality wines from around the globe. Wine flights are a fun way to explore regions, varietals, and styles of wine-making. During the masterclass you will enjoy a selection of three wines. Join us to taste and compare the three wines specially selected by our Food & Beverage Manager, David Dillon.

DESIGNER AFTERNOON TEA
Limited edition with mouth-watering delicacies, each with a fashionable twist inspired by master milliner and Design Director of the g Hotel & Spa – Philip Treacy. €44 for two guests and advance booking advised. To book email eat@theg.ie or Call 091 865200.

ESPA GIFTS
10% savings on gift sets - Purchase your Christmas gift set from ESPA at the g Luxury spa before 26th November and receive espa@theg.ie
10% savings on your purchase. Contact our ESPA professionals on 091 778460 or email

WEDDINGS
Book your 2016 midweek wedding during our 10th birthday month of November and receive 10% savings. T&Cs apply - email Rachel on weddings@theg.ie for more details.

MEETINGS
Book your 2016 meeting for 10 guests or more during our 10th birthday month of November and receive 10% savings on your main meeting room dining requirements. Contact our team on meetings@theg.ie for more information.

ESPA at the g Highly Commended at Irish Tatler Spa Awards 2015

We are delighted to announce that one of our ESPA at the g therapists, Jinkeer Kaur was Highly Commended at this year's Irish Tatler Spa Awards. We are delighted for Jin and our entire team are very proud of the continual acheivement of ESPA at the g - having won gold for Best Hotel Spa last year and Highly Commended for our ESPA Fitness Massage, it is fantastic to see all our dedication and belief in wellness be recognised. We thought we'd introduce you to some of our ESPA team, starting with the lovely Jin:

What makes the perfect spa treatment?

A perfect spa treatment should take you on a journey of relaxation and me-time from start to finish. At ESPA at the g we focus on the needs of our guests ensuring they feel special and pampered. For your chosen treatment itself; whether you have selected a facial or massage you should feel utterly at ease and tranquil throughout the experience.  Overall, your chosen treatment should deliver results and you should feel that it was an experience worth taking time out for and ideally that you want to come back to repeat!

 

What separates the g from other spas?

Firstly, the level of professionalism amongst our ESPA at the g team who are all incredibly passionate and committed.  We all work together to continually improve our level of professionalism throughout the spa and the experience of our guests’.  Secondly the quality of products used is exceptional – ESPA are world leaders in spa design and products and all of our treatments use completely natural ingredients.  Thirdly is the ongoing training we receive from ESPA which is of a very high standard.

What's your favourite thing about being a therapist?

The satisfaction when my guest enjoys their treatment is top on my list.  My favourite is when a guest remarks that it felt like 'heaven'! When I can follow up on this great experience and guide them through an aftercare program then I really know I have helped them to achieve long term benefits.

What's your favourite thing about the g Hotel & Spa?

The g Hotel & Spa is located in Galway city which I love, it is a thriving city that feels like a village and we are the only 5 star destination spa in the area which makes me proud to be a part of the team. It was designed by Philip Treacy, the famous milliner who was from a tiny village near to Galway city which really gives it the wow factor and then guests come into ESPA and they forget they are even in a hotel. The management encourage us to use our initiative and I feel that if you want to advance into a higher position then we are given you the opportunity to do so.

What's your favourite spa treatment?

A massage is always my favourite treatment.  Here at ESPA at the g, Chakra Balancing would be my favourite. It is our signaturetreatment and loved by our guests. It focuses on rebalancing the seven chakras that affect the mind and body given you a deep sense of wellbeing from within. Starting off with skin brushing, body exfoliation and a facial cleanse you will then enjoy a full body massage using individually chosen essential oils and hot stones as well as a soothing head massage. This treatment has previously won ‘Best Body Treatment’ at the Irish Tatler Spa Awards and was the one I gave their secret inspector during this year’s judging process.

What's your top tip for anyone going on their first spa break?

 First of all, do spend some time and look up the spa menu to know what treatment you think you will enjoy

most.  Speak with the team on booking and ask lots of questions as it is important you select what suits you best at that moment in time. Always book in advance as most spas are extremely popular availability can go quickly. When you have your treatment booked, we always recommend that you allow plenty of time before and after your treatment to enjoy the facilities.  A spa treatment is not just about your treatment time with your therapist; it's about relaxation before and after your actual treatment time – all part of what we call your ‘Spa Journey’ at ESPA at the g. All of our 55 minute ESPA treatments include an hour in our Thermal Suite beforehand which is the perfect start to your spa experience at the g. The Thermal Suite includes a vitality pool which features a number of water jets providing either gentle or vigorous massage. We also have a crystal steam-room, rock sauna, ice showers and heated tepidarium loungers which are ideal for relaxing your muscles prior to treatment.

How are you celebrating your award?

We enjoyed a lovely lunch with Irish Tatler and I took the next few days off to relax and take it all in. I am very grateful to my Manager, Elaine O’Shea and the g Hotel & Spa for having such confidence in me and Irish Tatler for the recognition of the award. I am truly delighted and have just been promoted to Senior Therapist at ESPA at the g so look forward to working with our team over the coming months.

For more information on ESPA at the g, please contact our highly trained ESPA team on espa@theg.ie or +353 91 778460. Our ESPA Treatment brochure may be viewed here.

ESPA Beauty in the Bag

ESPA have brought us a beauty solution perfect for those on the go - introducing you to ESPA Beauty in a Bag - all you need for a complete personalised skincare routine ensuring beautifully nourished and radiant skin. They also make great travel kits!

We have 6 limited edition Beauty in the Bag serts (4 Face Collections & 2 Body Collections) from which to choose when you puchase any two 15ml or larger ESPA products in the g Hotel & Spa in Galway. A great complimentary face or body gift worth €53 to add to your purchase.Each set includes 5 deluxe samples from ESPA's bestselling products such as the Optimal Skin ProCleanser, the brightening Skin Radiance Intensive Serum or the fast and convenient Optimal Body TriSerum. Full details below.

BALANCING FACE COLLECTION

A collection to soothe, balance and clarify oily skin. This collection of skincare essentials will instantly calm, soften and clarify to leave skin balanced and clear. EMAIL espa@theg.ie or CALL 091 778460 to arrange your complimentary ESPA a Beauty in the Bag gift with purchase of any two 15ml or larger ESPA products.

REPLENISHING FACE COLLECTION

Enjoy 24 hour hydration with this nourishing collection The skin replenishing formulas will instantly hydrate to leave skin feeling soft, smooth and supple. With Optimal Skin ProCleanser to gently remove make-up and impurities and Hydrating Floral Spafresh to tone skin and prepare it for moisture. The ESPA nourishing Replenishing Face Treatment Oil penetrates the upper layers of the skin for beautifully a soft and supple complexion. Ease dark circles and fine lines with 24 Hour Replenishing Eye Moisturiser and complete your routine with the richly nourishing 24 Hour Replenishing Moisturiser.

SKIN RADIANCE FACE COLLECTION

Revitalising formulas to even skin tone and brighten for naturally radiant skin. This collection of beautifully aromatic formulas will revitalise dull skin and correct uneven skin tone by visibly brightening to reveal natural-looking radiance. Optimal Skin ProCleanser gently removes make-up and impurities whilst Hydrating Floral Spafresh leaves skin soft and ready to take on moisture. For instant brightening, Skin Radiance Mask contains Pumpkin Enzymes to dissolve dull skin cells. The new ESPA Skin Radiance Intensive Serum penetrates deep into the skin to reduce the signs of hyper-pigmentation and invigorates a tired complexion. Complete your routine with Skin Radiance Moisturiser to leave skin fresh and hydrated throughout the day.

LIFT & FIRM FACE COLLECTION

This collection of firming essentials will help enhance collagen production to lift, smooth and firm the skin’s texture. In addition to the effective Optimal Skin ProCleanser and Hydrating Floral Spafresh, the ESPA Optimal Skin ProSerum helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles with Turmeric Root to even skin tone and Omegas 3,6,9 to enhance elasticity leaving skin feeling soft and nourished. Lift & Firm Intensive Eye Serum reduces the appearance of fine lines whilst de-puffing the eye area, with Inca Inchi Oil to deeply nourish. Complete your routine with our deeply hydrating Lift & Firm Moisturiser with Sea Amber to stimulate the production of elastin and collagen for visibly reduced fine lines.

REVITALISING BODY COLLECTION

Revitalise and nourish skin and enjoy a naturally radiant glow. Instantly uplift and awaken your senses while leaving your skin smooth, nourished. *This collection also contains a new and exclusive product, yet to be launched.* Gently cleanse the skin and awaken skin with the invigorating Energising Shower Gel and exfoliate dry and dull skin away with Exfoliating Body Polish. Optimal Body TriSerum provides instant nourishment and long-lasting hydration throughout the day. Energising Body Lotion leaves skin nourished whilst our new and exclusive product leaves skin beautifully radiant.

SMOOTHING BODY COLLECTION

With intensely nourishing and hydrating formulas to help tone, refine and restore suppleness to the skin, this collection will leave your skin feeling beautifully soft and naturally radiant. With Nourishing Shower cream to gently cleanse whilst leaving skin nourished, with Exfoliating Body Polish to gently exfoliate and revitalise skin. Optimal Body TriSerum delivers deep nourishment and is conveniently packaged in a miniature spritz bottle for fast application. Luxuriate in the rich aromas of Smooth & Firm Body Butter and complete your routine with the perfect finishing touch for beautifully radiant skin.

EMAIL espa@theg.ie or CALL 091 778460 to arrange your complimentary ESPA a Beauty in the Bag gift with purchase of any two 15ml or larger ESPA products.