Sanibel Harbour, Fla. – The Spa at Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa, http://www.sanibel-resort.com/spa, has created a special “blue” spa treatment, Cool Blue Facial, to recognize the global diabetes epidemic.  This special treatment will be offered on November 14, World Diabetes Day.

The Cool Blue Facial is cool and soothe your sensitive skin using bergamot and tangerine extracts to cleanse, balance and repair your skin. Our blue azulene mask helps to calm skin while absorbing impurities. Rich in blue azulene to help pacify irritation and add moisture; marine-source elastin helps to strengthen cells, improve elasticity and soothe skin.

The creation of (the name of the treatment) is part of the worldwide BlueBeauty campaign, sponsored by the International Diabetes Federation, www.idf.org, and Spa4Diabetes, http://spaaroundtheworld.wordpress.com/about, to raise awareness of diabetes on World Diabetes Day, November 14, 2008.  The United Nations recognizes this as a World Health Day.

As a result of Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa’s participation, the spa is included in an international beauty and spa directory, The BlueBook, which includes the spas and treatments produced to commemorate the event. The book is online at http://spaaroundtheworld.wordpress.com/bluebook.

To book the Cool Blue Facial contact Valerie Simpson at 239-466-2153. The Spa at Sanibel Harbour offers an expansive fitness center and includes 29 treatment rooms. With one of only 16 in the world BETAR (Bio Energetic Transduction Aided Resonance) sound beds, which creates energy wave impulses with aromatherapy providing a totally holistic experience, The Spa has been named among the “Top 10 Spas in the U.S.” by Conde Nast Traveler.

Spa4Diabetes raises money for diabetes research and advocates the spa lifestyle as an engaging way to prevent or manage diabetes.  Candace Silvasy was motivated to start the organization after her parents were diagnosed with diabetes.  You may contact her at candace@artofthespa.com.

Presenting more than 380 accommodations, the classic Southwest Florida escape presents exhilarating views of its natural surroundings. Chef Tison creates savory tastes among the seven dining options including everything from casual pool fare to the decadent steak restaurant. The Spa at Sanibel Harbour offers an expansive fitness center and includes 29 treatment rooms.

Call (888) 363-9747 or visit www.sanibel-resort.com to learn more about Sanibel Harbour Resort & Spa.
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