Thalassotherapy is a hydrotherapeutic treatment meaning it uses external application of water for a health or beauty benefit. It involves using the natural properties of the seawater and ocean-dwelling plants for skin rejuvenation. Having originated in France, thalassotherapy is considered a natural remedy, used with a combination of mineral elements from seawater, skin care products and hot water.

Dry, brittle hair may be caused by many conditions, which either affects the growth of the individual hair follicle or maintenance of a healthy, strong follicle. Factors contributing to dry, brittle hair may vary between external or internal conditions and the hair often lacks luster (appears dull), is prone to split ends and may be thin or break easily. Healthy hair growth is dependent on a good blood supply to the follicle, adequate nutrition and oxygenation as well as oil (sebum) secreted by sebaceous glands on the scalp of the head.

A dark discoloration around the mouth or lips  is a result of increased pigmentation of the skin (hyperpigmentation) which may arise for a number of reasons. This common cosmetic problem is characterized by the darkening of the skin around the mouth area, particularly at the corner of the lips,  as a result of the over activity of the melanocytes, which are the skin cells that are responsible for the production of melanin. Melanin is a natural pigment responsible for the color of our skin and provides protection against the sun. Discoloration around the mouth is more common in females and occurs more commonly in persons with a darker skin.

Cracked heels, which are also referred to as foot fissures, are a result of an abnormal accumulation of thick skin growth (callus) along the surface of the heel line. The heels appear dry and are often discolored yellow or brown. The skin on the heel becomes excessively dry due to the absence of sebaceous glands (oil glands) resulting in the formation of cracks or fissures. This common foot disorder is usually a cosmetic problem but if the cracks on the heel line begin to deepen and bleed, an infection can occur and medical treatment may be required.

Dark eye circles are round pigmented patches situated under the eye area or along the skin of the orbit of the eye. These circles usually occur as a result of tiny blood capillaries located under the surface of the skin, which may rupture, and leak red blood cells into the surrounding skin (hematoma). Red blood cells are then broken down by enzymes in the body resulting in the byproduct of a bluish pigment. The formation of dark circles under the eye circles is the result of this bluish pigment, hence the name ‘blue eye’ or ‘black eye’. Although dark eye circles are common amongst adults it can occur in children, affecting both males and females. While hematomas are responsible for the most severe darkening unde rthe eyes, any prolonged inflammation in this area will lead to darkening, either due to eye strain, lack of sleep, allergies or use of certain cosmetics.