What’s new in the wellness world in October

Singaporean beauty products for better gut and skin health have hit the shelves in Hong Kong, while a yoga studio hailing from the island country has debuted its first Hong Kong branch right in Central. Going on vacation in Thailand? Don’t miss the chance to dive with sharks at a resort near Phuket, or improve your healthy habits with a tailored stay in Hua Hin. Here’s what’s new in wellness this October.

Swimming with sharks

Wildlife-loving travellers can look forward to an active holiday at Saii Phi Phi Island Village , a tranquil beach resort an hour from Phuket by boat. To celebrate the onsite nursery’s release of its 30th bamboo shark earlier this year, the resort is offering A Sharktastic Package, allowing guests to learn about marine life conservation and dive among reefs frequented by blacktip and leopard sharks, before resting in comfort in a Thai-style bungalow or villa.

Beauty boost

Singaporean beauty brand Dr. Ora’s supplements for gut and skin health are now available in Hong Kong . Made with responsibly and traceably sourced ingredients, the brand’s products, which come in pill or powdered drink form, are preservative-free and tackle a range of concerns, from elasticity, wrinkles and acne scarring to weight management, bloating and gut health.

New yogis on the block

Loosen your limbs and focus your core as you follow a slow flow or HIIT-yoga-hybrid routine amid the skyscrapers at Singapore-based Yoga Movement’s first Hong Kong branch . This new yogi hotspot features spacious studios and spa retreat-inspired changing rooms. Seven group classes are available to help you reach your goals, from strength to flexibility and mobility to cardio. After a session, stop by the beautifully designed lounge and connect with fellow wellness enthusiasts.

Health on holiday

Wellness resort Chiva-Som Hua Hin is upping its game with a range of new offerings. Epigenetics testing is now part of the welcome consultation, providing you with suggestions on how to slow ageing and reduce various health risks by adjusting your daily habits. Meanwhile, hyperbaric oxygen therapy boasts benefits such as better cognitive function and recovery. Lastly, the resort’s latest programme targeting sleep wellness tests the quality of your slumber before recommending treatment for better rest.