The Stables Wellness & Holistic Therapies

The Stables Wellness & Holistic Therapies Luxurious holistic therapies, acupuncture, facials & massage I look forward to welcoming you to The Stables Beauty...

Set in beautiful, tranquil surroundings in the Dumfriesshire countryside, within stunning buildings of a former Victorian stable block, The Stables Beauty provides a private, relaxing and luxurious location for your beauty and therapy treatments. Offering an extensive range of treatments and therapies including facials, hand and foot treatments, KORE Therapy and a variety of massage, whilst you are at The Stables Beauty, my aim is to offer you a professional experience, personalised to your needs, that will leave you feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and revitalised.

Genuine Vitamin C that works while you sleepNight Serum Vitamin C contains natural, stable and long-lasting vitamin C fr...
04/04/2026

Genuine Vitamin C that works while you sleep
Night Serum Vitamin C contains natural, stable and long-lasting vitamin C from Oranges, which has a number of benefits for the skin:

🌙 Evens out and adds lustre -
Helps to reduce the visibility of hyperpigmentation and improves the skin’s natural radiance.

🌙 Prevents hyperpigmentation -
The serum prevents melanin - the pigment of the skin - from clumping together and forming dark spots.

🌙 Helps repair sun-damaged skin -
Helps restore and calm the skin after sun exposure

🌙 Protects against free radicals -
Provides powerful antioxidants that help maintain collagen and lipids, reducing visible signs of ageing.

🌙 Strengthens collagen -
Stimulates collagen production to maintain the skin’s elasticity and structure.

Who does Night Serum Vitamin C suit?
The serum is specially formulated for skin with uneven tone, loss of firmness, early signs of ageing or tired, dull-looking skin. However, as our natural vitamin C penetrates deeper into the skin than synthetic vitamin C—without exfoliating the surface or causing imbalance and irritation—the serum suits all skin types and ages.

Please note! Individuals with a citrus allergy may be sensitive to Night Serum Vitamin C.

How to use Night Serum Vitamin C
Apply Night Serum Vitamin C in the evening, after cleanser and toner, to the face, neck and décolletage. For optimal results on hyperpigmentation, start by exfoliating with AHA & jojoba Peeling, then follow with Night Cream.

I’m hosting a small Skincare & Make-up Discovery Night at The Stables Wellness using the beautiful Maria Åkerberg natura...
28/03/2026

I’m hosting a small Skincare & Make-up Discovery Night at The Stables Wellness using the beautiful Maria Åkerberg natural & organic range, and I’d love for you to join me.

It will be a relaxing, fun evening where you’ll learn how to care for your skin using natural, results-driven products, followed by a live make-up demonstration and the chance to try everything yourself.

✨ What’s included:
• Mini skincare products to use on the night
• Step-by-step guided mini facial
• Make-up demonstration & try-on session
• Skincare minis to take home
• Choose a Lip Stick or Lip Gloss to keep
• Healthy nibbles & glow-friendly refreshments

📅 Monday 27th April
⏰ 6pm – 8.30pm
💷 £25 per person

Spaces are limited, so booking is essential.
Message me to reserve your place 🤍



Travel light without compromising your skincare ✨This Maria Åkerberg Organic Travel Set has everything you need for a fe...
23/03/2026

Travel light without compromising your skincare ✨

This Maria Åkerberg Organic Travel Set has everything you need for a few nights away — all in a beautiful organic cotton wash bag and perfectly sized for hand luggage.

Natural, organic skincare for face, body, hair & sun protection 🌿✈️

Includes cleanser, moisturiser, shampoo, conditioner, SPF, aloe vera, hand & foot cream and more.

Perfect for weekends away, holidays and spa trips.

🌿 How to care for your skin’s microbiome 🌿Your skin is home to billions of tiny microorganisms. Together, they form your...
20/02/2026

🌿 How to care for your skin’s microbiome 🌿

Your skin is home to billions of tiny microorganisms. Together, they form your skin’s microbiome – an invisible ecosystem that plays a huge role in how your skin looks and feels.

When your microbiome is balanced, your skin barrier stays strong. That means better protection against pollution, less moisture loss, and healthier, calmer skin overall.

🌿 What is the skin’s microbiome?

It’s made up of bacteria, fungi and other microorganisms that naturally live on your skin. Many of these are beneficial – helping to maintain the right pH, reduce inflammation and stop harmful bacteria from taking over.

Think of it as your skin’s natural defence team.

🌿 Why the skin barrier matters

Your skin barrier is the outer layer that protects you from the outside world. The microbiome supports this barrier by helping it retain moisture and stay resilient.

When the microbiome becomes unbalanced, the barrier weakens. Skin can then become dry, sensitive, reactive or prone to breakouts and inflammation.

🌿 What can disrupt it?

The microbiome is delicate and easily affected by:

• Over-cleansing or over-exfoliating
• Harsh ingredients like strong surfactants, alcohol or synthetic additives
• Pollution and UV exposure
• Stress and lack of sleep
• Certain medications, especially antibiotics

Sometimes it’s not about doing more for your skin — it’s about doing less, more gently.

🌿 Supporting your skin naturally

At The Stables, I always encourage choosing products that work with your skin, not against it.

Maria Åkerberg products are natural, gentle and formulated to support the skin barrier. Many include ingredients that help nourish and protect the microbiome, including prebiotics and probiotic-supporting ingredients.

Prebiotics (like Xylitol and Biosaccharide Gum-1) help “feed” the good bacteria on your skin, while probiotic-supporting ingredients help restore balance when it’s been disrupted.

The result? Calmer, clearer, more resilient skin — and that healthy glow we’re all looking for.

Because truly healthy skin starts with balance. 🌿

🌿 Simple Non-Toxic Swaps for Your Skin 🌿As I mentioned in my previous post, your skin is your largest organ, and what yo...
14/02/2026

🌿 Simple Non-Toxic Swaps for Your Skin 🌿

As I mentioned in my previous post, your skin is your largest organ, and what you apply to it matters just as much as what you put into your body. Making the switch to more natural, non-toxic skincare and makeup is a simple step that can support healthier skin and overall wellbeing.

Many conventional products can contain harsh or unnecessary ingredients. By choosing cleaner, more natural alternatives, you can:

🌿 Reduce irritation and sensitivity
🌿 Support your skin’s natural balance
🌿 Avoid unnecessary synthetic additives
🌿 Create a gentler, more mindful self-care routine

If you’re unsure where to start, apps like Yuka and Ivy can be really helpful.

✨ Yuka scans food and cosmetic products and gives them a rating based on ingredients and potential health impact.

✨ Ivy helps you check the safety and toxicity of ingredients in everyday products, making it easier to make informed choices.

Maria Åkerberg products are rated Good or Excellent on the Yuka app, reflecting their natural formulations and skin-friendly ingredients.

Beauty Starter Set for Teens 🌿✨A gentle, effective skincare set specially designed for teenage skin. It includes everyth...
13/02/2026

Beauty Starter Set for Teens 🌿✨

A gentle, effective skincare set specially designed for teenage skin. It includes everything needed for a simple daily routine, plus a deep-cleansing treatment to keep skin feeling fresh, balanced, and calm.

With soothing, purifying ingredients, it’s the perfect introduction to natural skincare—and a thoughtful gift for any teen starting their skin journey.

Because great skincare habits start early… and healthy, happy skin is always in style 💛

Last Orders for Valentine’s Day Delivery ❤️ Wednesday 11th FebruaryStill looking for the perfect Valentine’s gift? There...
11/02/2026

Last Orders for Valentine’s Day Delivery ❤️ Wednesday 11th February

Still looking for the perfect Valentine’s gift? There’s still time to treat someone special…or yourself.

Please order before 1pm to ensure your parcel arrives in time for Valentine’s Day.

Choose from beautiful, natural skincare and let your gift do the talking this Valentine’s.

Order online before the deadline to avoid missing out.

Because the best gifts are the ones that care for the skin and the soul.

Thinking about making the switch to a natural deodorant? 🌿MÅ Deo Roll-On is an effective, freshly scented liquid deodora...
10/02/2026

Thinking about making the switch to a natural deodorant? 🌿

MÅ Deo Roll-On is an effective, freshly scented liquid deodorant, free from aluminium chloride and triclosan.
The active ingredient, Sodium Caproyl/Lauroyl Lactylate, is a lactic acid salt with gentle cleansing properties that helps prevent unwanted odour while allowing the skin to breathe naturally.

Available in three beautiful scents:
• Essential – with uplifting Grapefruit and Laurel Leaf
• Beautiful – a fresh blend of Lemon, Bergamot, Orange and Cardamom
• Sweet Breeze – soft Vanilla with Grapefruit and Peppermint

A simple, natural choice for everyday freshness. ✨

Your skin isn’t just skin… it’s an organ ✨... In fact, it’s the largest organ in the body – and it works hard for you ev...
09/02/2026

Your skin isn’t just skin… it’s an organ ✨... In fact, it’s the largest organ in the body – and it works hard for you every single day.

Your skin:
✨ Acts as a protective barrier
✨ Helps regulate body temperature
✨ Supports your immune system
✨ Absorbs what you put on it
✨ Reflects what’s happening inside the body

Because your skin absorbs ingredients, what you apply matters.

Using organic, natural skincare helps support the skin’s own intelligence rather than overwhelming it. Plant-based ingredients, cold-pressed oils and essential oils work with the skin — nourishing, protecting and strengthening the skin barrier instead of stripping it.

Harsh chemicals, synthetic fragrances and unnecessary fillers can disrupt the skin’s natural balance, leading to dryness, sensitivity, inflammation and premature ageing.

Looking after your skin isn’t about vanity.
It’s about health, balance and long-term wellbeing 🤍

Gentle cleansing, nourishing organic ingredients, hydration, facial and body massage and mindful skincare rituals all help the skin function at its best.

When you care for your skin naturally, you’re caring for your whole body 🌿✨

Have you tried MÅ Salt Deo? ✨A simple, natural deodorant that’s completely free from fragrance and aluminium chloride—ye...
09/02/2026

Have you tried MÅ Salt Deo? ✨

A simple, natural deodorant that’s completely free from fragrance and aluminium chloride—yet incredibly effective at keeping unwanted odours away.

Made from pure mineral salts, it helps neutralise bacteria while allowing the skin to breathe naturally. It’s also lovely to use after shaving, thanks to its gentle, disinfecting properties. 🌿

Clean, effective, and kind to even the most sensitive skin.

Skin care during menopause 🤍When the hormone balance changes, the skin can become drier, more sensitive and lose its fir...
05/02/2026

Skin care during menopause 🤍

When the hormone balance changes, the skin can become drier, more sensitive and lose its firmness. But with the right skincare, you can help it stay strong and radiant!

🫧 Gentle cleansing - Preserve the skin's natural balance with Pre-Cleansing Oil and Olive Cleansing.
💧 Nutritious facial oil - Royal Facial Oil MORE strengthens the skin barrier and stimulates collagen production.
🌿 Firming Moisturising Cream - Face Lotion More strengthens the skin's resilience and improves elasticity.

🌿 Menopause: A Transition for Your Body and Your Skin 🌿During menopause, oestrogen levels naturally decrease. Oestrogen ...
04/02/2026

🌿 Menopause: A Transition for Your Body and Your Skin 🌿

During menopause, oestrogen levels naturally decrease. Oestrogen plays an important role in maintaining skin hydration, elasticity and thickness, so as levels drop, the skin can begin to behave differently — often feeling drier, more sensitive and less resilient than before.

You may notice:
• Increased dryness and tightness
• Greater sensitivity or reactivity
• Loss of firmness and elasticity
• Thinner skin and more visible fine lines
• Slower skin recovery and healing

These changes are completely normal — and they’re not a sign that your skin is failing. They’re simply a sign that your skin needs different support.

By focusing on gentle cleansing, barrier repair, nourishment and consistent hydration, you can help your skin stay comfortable, strong and healthy through this transition.

Keep an I out for my next post, I’ll be sharing my best menopause-supportive skincare tips ✨

💬 Have you noticed changes in your skin during menopause or perimenopause?

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