Beauty, Health & Wellbeing
What’s On Our Radar This Month: August 2025

From exciting new food joints to the latest must-have beauty and fashion launches, here are the 20 things on The Sybarite’s radar this August.
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 a hot, new restaurant opening to a newly-launched wellness product to add to your wishlist, consider The Sybarite your luxury barometer when it comes to the noteworthy newcomers each and every...
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Calcot & Spa: A Rural Recharge
Ensconced within 220 acres of rolling Cotswolds countryside, Calcot & Spa is a true rural retreat. Set in the picturesque market town of Tetbury my unadulterated state of relaxation began long before I floated to the spa, housed in a separate honey-hued building from the main hotel.


Women Who Launch: Dr Hanna Kinsella of Icy Bear
There's a lot that goes into making a dental care brand, just ask Dr Hanna Kinsella. Founded in 2020, her brand, Icy Bear, was born from a desire to improve people's confidence with their teeth. Having received her Masters in Prosthodontic & Cosmetic Dentistry and become a member of the Royal College of Surgeons, Dr Hanna is a true leader in her field. Given her level of insight, there's a lot to love about the brand, which has been widely well received. Below, The Sybarite speaks to her about the brand's unique positioning, her favourite mantra and what's next for Icy Bear.


Women Who Launch: Charlie McIntosh And Zoe Bulgin Of...
Born out of a desire for greater transparency and a sense of disillusionment in the beauty industry, long-time friends, Charlie McIntosh and Zoe Bulgin joined forces to make waves in the clean beauty market. With Found Clean Beauty they have crafted a beautiful e-commerce platform to shop a carefully curated edit of highly efficacious, safe and luxurious beauty products. McIntosh and Bulgin speak about their journey as female founders below.


Meet The Expert: Dr. Payman Sobhani
As a key figure at Dental Beauty Hampstead, he combines cutting-edge technology with a personalised approach to create stunning, natural-looking results for his patients. With a deep passion for his craft and a commitment to excellence, Dr. Payman has helped countless individuals achieve their ideal smiles enhancing both their oral health and self-assurance. In this exclusive interview, he shares insights into his approach, the latest advancements in dentistry, and how he ensures every patient receives the highest level of care.


How To Prepare For A Marathon, According To Experts
Making the decision to run a marathon isn't one that comes overnight. Preparing both your body and mind takes many weeks, if not months of training, to ensure you are prepped and primed for the (literal) long road ahead.


Women Who Launch: Christel Barron-Hough
STIL SALON is the Chelsea-based salon you want to find yourself in for some much-needed R&R when you are in need of a lighter look post-Winter. The Scandi minimalist interiors, reminiscent of a modern art gallery, is the perfect backdrop to capture your post-appointment transformation for your Instagram feed. The salon is founded by Swedish-born Christel Barron-Hough and specialises in quietly luxurious hair transformations. Their signature Lumière Lights and Prism Lights are low-maintenance hair colouring techniques to reignite sun-parched hair, subtly lifting hair with a free-hand technique, a subtle alternative to Balayage. The Sybarite sits down with Barron-Hough to discuss her journey into the world of hairdressing.

A Personal Trainers Guide To Wellness
Aimee Victoria Long takes a unique approach to overhauling her clients wellness regimes. Combining the transformative elements of Pilates, barre, strength training, and HIIT workouts, alongside prioritising nutrition and recovery, her holistic programmes blend effortlessly into her clients' busy lifestyles. Below she speaks to The Sybarite about her career trajectory, the benefits of daily movement and her personal wellness mantras.


Moar Gut - A Wellness Escape For the Discerning Family
Conveniently located just two to three hours by car from Vienna, Munich, or Salzburg, the resort is easily accessible for those exploring Europe. For added ease, Moar Gut offers a seamless pick-up service from Salzburg, taking the stress out of transportation. Having rented a car for our travels around Germany, we opted to drive directly to Moar Gut. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a snow-dusted landscape and a quiet path leading to the resort’s car park—a subtle sign that many families choose to drive, given how accessible it is.
Top Aesthetic Treatments to Enhance Your Natural Beauty...
As we look toward 2025, we continue to focus on natural, regenerative solutions that empower you to feel your best without drastic changes. This year, we are excited to offer some of the most innovative, non-invasive aesthetic treatments that help you achieve youthful, glowing skin while maintaining your natural beauty. From advanced skin rejuvenation techniques to cutting-edge regenerative therapies, our goal is to provide treatments that support your skin’s natural healing process and bring out your most radiant self. Discover the top aesthetic treatments for 2025 that will help you achieve lasting, natural changes and enhance your features with subtle precision.

Women Who Launch: Alice Henshaw
From Alice Henshaw's impeccably elegant clinic nestled in the heart of London’s Marylebone, she has cultivated a reputation that extends far beyond W1. Her discerning clientele travel from across the globe to seek her unparalleled expertise, entrusting her with their desire for refined, natural enhancements delivered through her celebrated “tweakments.” In 2021, Alice introduced Skincycles, her own skincare line rooted in science and ethical innovation. Designed to elevate and sustain the skin’s vitality, this thoughtfully crafted range embodies her commitment to excellence. A few years later, Skincycles found its home at Liberty of London, a fitting union of heritage and modern beauty that underscores Alice’s status as a trailblazer in the world of aesthetics.


Women Who Launch — Audrey Semeraro Of Edeniste
Over breakfast in the heart of London at an artsy member's club, she captivated me with her warmth, humour, and storytelling. Audrey’s journey is as enchanting as the fragrances she creates, each one a liquid love letter that speaks to the soul. Her blend of business acumen and poetic passion is utterly infectious, making it impossible not to admire both the visionary and the vibrant woman behind the brand.
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