Beauty, Health & Wellbeing
Women Who Launch: Katey Mandy of RAAIE
Meet Katey Mandy, the founder of plant-powered skincare brand, RAAIE.
In this edition of Women Who Launch, Katey Mandy opens up about her experience of launching a skincare brand that both honours nature and is backed by advanced science. Below, discover how Mandy harnesses New Zealand's flora to create a range of standout products that are kind to the skin and planet.
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Treatment Of The Month: Hadley Yates Salon
London is brimming with brilliant hairdressers, whether you are after a quick trim, colour overhaul or the most natural looking extensions, one to have on your radar is Hadley Yates Salon, tucked away in Covent Gardens’ Seven Dials.
What's On Our Radar This Month: September 2025
Ask anyone who lives in London, and they’ll surely tell you there is no shortage of exciting openings, launches and events taking place each month — the trouble is usually hearing about them. From hot, new restaurant openings to the latest beauty drops, consider The Sybarite your luxury barometer when it comes to noteworthy newcomers each and every month. Below, find our curated list of launches and openings to add to your calendar this September.
Review of The Luxury Insider: AIRE Ancient Baths
It’s Monday morning and I’m floating in a warm salt bath surrounded by flickering candlelight and tall rustic archways under London’s ancient streets. I really am in heaven! Next, it’s time for a hot stream and some cold therapy in the plunge pool, set to 10C, before a full body massage and glass of fizz. I’ve had worse Monday mornings. Luxury spas are my ultimate indulgence, there is nothing better than some uninterrupted ‘me time’, so when I heard that AIRE were opening their first London baths, a stone's throw from Covent Garden I couldn’t wait to visit. Inspired by the ancient tradition of Roman baths, AIRE Ancient Baths London reimagines the classic pastime of soaking in thermal waters, but with a twist. Already found in the likes of New York, Chicago, Copenhagen and Spain, AIRE’s approach is all about updating the concept of ‘water for wellness’ for a modern audience, marrying age-old traditions within cutting-edge spaces.
Checking In: Pennyhill Park
Pennyhill Park — the ivy-clad 19th-century country house hotel — perfectly balances historic charm with contemporary sophistication, creating a setting where indulgence, tranquillity, and exceptional service meet. Famed not only for its award-winning spa but also as the official training ground for England Rugby, Pennyhill Park offers an experience that goes beyond a simple getaway. Whether visiting for a night of relaxation, or an extended retreat, guests will find themselves immersed in an atmosphere designed for pure escapism.
Sunshine Fragrances: Summer In A Bottle
Conjure wind-swept coastlines, sun-drenched olive groves and island escapes with one of these holiday-inspired fragrances for a welcome dose of escapism.
Shroom Boom: How Mushrooms Went Mainstream
Every week, it seems like there’s a new micro-trend in health and beauty. There are always big promises of glowing, healthy skin, yet few have been backed by scientific claims. But as consumers gradually shift away from complex, synthetic formulas, mushrooms have become a coveted ingredient. The fact that mushrooms are now entering the mainstream beauty arena is no surprise. For centuries, the superfood has been integral to Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for its healing and rejuvenating properties. Now, this has been corroborated by modern science.