relaxation

74% of Brits said in the last year they had felt overwhelming stress. This is no surprise, of course, our lives are getting busier and more stressful. 14 years ago, National Spa Week was introduced - a recognition of how important it is to recharge your batteries. Yet, today 3 out of 4 Brits are still too stressed. It’s not easy finding the time to de-stress. Our Spa range was created so you could enjoy the therapeutic fragrances found in world-class spas to soothe, de-stress, restore and revive. Continue reading →... Read More

According to research carried out by bed manufacturer, Dreams, around two-thirds of Britons are unhappy with the amount of sleep they are getting each night. Furthermore, sleep deprivation costs the UK economy upwards of £40bn per year. A tired nation, then, but how can we seek to cure our collective lethargy? Cue the humble nap. Here, we explore the positives of napping, how you can achieve the perfect sleep technique, and the science behind the theories. Continue reading →... Read More

For thousands of years, peppermint oil has been used as a fragrance, food source and medicine. Today, it is commonly found in cosmetic, household and medical products. With its virtues extolled by producers and purveyors all over the world. Continue reading →... Read More

At Parks, we strongly believe in a multi-faceted and well-rounded approach to mental, physical and psychological wellbeing. At the centre of that belief is practising sufficient levels of physical exercise regularly. Despite this, we know that people living busy lives – whether that’s raising a young family, or working every waking hour – often struggle to fit an exercise regime into a busy life. Continue reading →... Read More

Mindfulness is everywhere at the moment, but it’s much more than just a trendy fad and offers lots of benefits to those who practice it. From reducing stress to helping you be fully present in the important moments in life, mindfulness can help improve how you feel day to day. The meditation technique has even been shown to help relieve symptoms of illnesses like depression and anxiety, as well as enhancing the quality of life of those who practice it. Continue reading →... Read More