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"An herbalist and
aromatherapist by trade,
Barbara Close started her
skin care line from the
ground up - tapping into
natural ingredients from
her own garden that
offered both therapeutic
and beauty benefits.”
O - OPRAH MAGAZINE
“When I went into the business
of massage therapy myself, I
wanted to create a center where
I could help people, and that's
how the idea for the spa in East
Hampton was born.”
IN TOUCH
"While Naturopathica's East Hampton boutique spa pampers the likes of Liv Tyler, Julianne Moore and Meg Ryan, anyone can indulge in their holistic products."
Fitness
march 2011
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Pear Fig Polishing Enzyme Peel
"Three 10-minute masks create the effect of a spa facial. Start with an exfoliating mask, follow with a clay formula and finish with a hydrating treatment. Our picks: Naturopathica Pear Fig Polishing Enzyme Peel."
More
february 2011
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Plant Stem Cell Serum
"We salute the men and women in lab coats who brought us these new high-tech potions. Even out sun-damaged skin: Naturopathica Plant Stem Cell Serum uses a combination of botanicals to repair and even out mottled skin."
People
december 2010
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Pumpkin Purifying Enzyme Peel
"Get Great Skin-Fast! If your skin is acne-prone. Your go-to product is Enzyme Mask. The way to use it is apply this five-minute mask up to two times a week to get rid of dead skin cells and clean pores. Antioxidant-rich pumpkin enzymes act as a natural exfoliator."
HAMPTONS MAGAZINE
december 2010
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For the Man
"To get Eric Ripert's cover look, we recommend: Naturopathica For the Man, Honey Vanilla Lip Balm, Pore Refining Clay Mask."
Women's Health
december 2010
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Sweet Lupine Cleansing Cream
"Winterize your skin and hair. Soothing Solution: Your daily skin regimen should start with a milky or creamy cleanser, which contains fewer stripping surfectants than gel formulas do. Try Naturopathica Sweet Lupine Cleansing Cream."
Prevention
november 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Geranium Regenerating Serum
"[Rosehip seed oil] is also rich in linoleic and linolenic acids, which help put the brakes on inflammation that accelerates fine lines, puffiness, sagging, and blotchiness."
Whole Living
october 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Cassis Ultra Replenishing Cream
Naturopathica Founder Barbara Close on her advice for fall season skin care: "During the summer, people pile on products and sunscreen, so by fall your skin is usually ready for a detox...[A]s we move into fall, it's important to hydrate and restore. The first step is exfoliation...after removing the mask, apply a rich moisturizer...."
Everyday with Rachel Ray
october 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Arnica Muscle Gel
"Everyday faves, head to toe. Nongreasy, holistic Arnica Muscle Gel absorbs quickly through the skin to get rid of pain and stiffness."
Redbook
october 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Plant Stem Cell Serum
"It's not just an extra step: Serums have the highest concentration of wrinkle-fighting ingredients and will make your face cream work that much better."
Health
october 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Pear Fig Polishing Enzyme Peel
"Smooth on Naturopathica Pear Fig Polishing Enzyme Peel, let it sit for three minutes, then rinse. The exfoliating treatment contains fruit enzymes, which are gentler than the grains in some facial scrubs."
Health
september 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Aloe Cleansing Gel
"Spending too much time in the sun can cause uneven skin tone and texture, says Miami dermatologist Marianna Blyumin-Karasik, MD. The fix? Wash with a cleanser that has fruit acids, which gently dissolve dulling dead skin cells. Our pick: Naturopathica Aloe Cleansing Gel."
Whole Living
september 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Serums
"7 Habits of Natural Beauties. Our favorite natural-skin-care gurus reveal their antiaging secrets. 'Think about the seed of a plant, where the oil comes from,' Close says, "It contains the whole life force and genetic imprint of the plant...Basically, they hydrate your skin, and unlike mineral oils, they're absorbed into the skin-instead of just sitting on top of the surface, blocking pores and causing breakouts."
MARIE CLAIRE
august 2010
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Arnica Muscle Gel
"The next best thing to a post-hike massage: Naturopathica Arnica Muscle Gel, packed with arnica, menthol, and magnesium to ease stiff muscles."
People
august 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
SWEET LUPINE CLEANSING CREAM
"Pure Cleanser. Organic ingredients like mango and rose oil make it rich and creamy."
Whole Living
august 2010
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Chamomile Cleansing Milk
"Chamomile: the tiny flower calms rashes and helps soothe wounds."
NEW YORK Times
july 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Naturopathica Apothecary Bar
“We have vintages, like a fine wine,” said Barbara Close, the owner of Naturopathica. Now, if customers come in for a massage or a facial, they can also buy a custom-scented body lotion to take home. “You can let your therapist know if perhaps you’ve had allergies or a sinus congestion, or you twisted your ankle on the tennis court. They can make a one-ounce dry-skin oil, or a muscle-relief oil or a decongestant.”
O, The Oprah Magazine
july 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Oat Facial Polish
"Oats and jojoba beads whisk away flaky skin while apricot kernal oil helps your skin retain elasticity."
HAMPTONS MAGAZINE
july 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Oat Facial Polish
"Beach-bound beauty director Anne-Marie Guarnieri shares her East End favorites."
Dermascope
july 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Pear Fig Polishing Enzyme Peel
"Using lactic acid, which achieves the same results as glycolic acid, but is less irritating due to slower penetration, it stimulates an increase in glycosaminoglycans (natural moisturizers and humectants in the skin such as hyluronic acid)."
Organic Spa Magazine
july 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Alpine Arnica Bath & Body Lotion
"Fifteen years ago, Barbara Close-asocial worker turned herbalist, aromatherapist, massage therapist, and clinical esthetician-proved herself ahead of the beauty industry curve with the launch of Naturopathica, a line of effective products based on natural ingredients and ancient healing rituals."
Natural Health
july 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Calendula Essential Hydrating Cream
"Power Plants: Calendula. The bright orange and yellow petals of this plant (also known as pot marigold) soften dry, chapped skin and heal cuts and scrapes. Try Naturopathica Calendula Essential Hydrating Cream."
Parenting
june 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Arnica Muscle Gel
""The back of the neck can help regulate your temperature," says Barbara Close, founder and CEO of Naturopathica. Menthol-spiked Arnica Muscle Gel is sure to send shivers."
Spa
june 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Carrot Seed Soothing Serum
"Dry and sensitive skin is a thing of the past with Carrot Seed Soothing Serum, which nourishes with essential oils of carrot seed, rose, ylang ylang, and lavender; vitamins A, C, and E; and evening primrose oil."
Hamptons Magazine
may 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Lavender Blossom Bath & Body Oil
"Our pick: the Rest Herbal Bath Cure, which uses Lavender Blossom Bath & Body Oil, which targets stress."
Star
april 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Chamomile Cleansing Milk
"Naturally Gorgeous. Eco-friendly beauty products have come a long way. The products shown on this page are all luxe and effective! Chamomile Cleansing Milk. German chamomile and rose gently cleanse dry skin."
New Beauty
april 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Vitamin K Brightening Eye Serum
"Mixing light-refracting mica with elasticity-restoring silica, Vitamin K Brightening Eye Serum helps diminish the appearance of dark circles by reducing puffiness in the delicate skin under the eye."
Marie Claire
april 2010
FEATURED PRODUCT
Alpine Arnica Bath & Body Oil
"After a local hike, massage tired gams with this rosemary-and-basil-oil blend to reduce soreness and increase circulation."
Vanity Fair
may 2009
FEATURED PRODUCT
Alpine Arnica Bath & Body Oil
"Soothe sore muscles with Arnica Bath & Body Oil."
Oprah
may 2008
FEATURED PRODUCT
Espresso Mud Body Scrub
"Give rough spots - elbows, knees, and heels - extra attention with Espresso Mud Body Scrub. Ground coffee beans slough away dry skin, while black silt clay locks in moisture to keep flakes from coming back."
Lucky
march 2007
FEATURED PRODUCT
Beech Tree & Ginseng Daily Moisturizer
"An extra-gentle, paraben-free, pore-minimizing lotion that feels cool and tingly as you rub it in."
Luxury Spa Finder
september 2006
FEATURED PRODUCT
Pumpkin Purifying Enzyme Peel
"Used at Naturopathica Holistic Health Spa, East Hampton, NY, the Four Seasons, Washington DC, and Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain, Paradise Valley, AZ."
Shape
april 2005
FEATURED PRODUCT
Pumpkin Purifying Enzyme Peel
"An herbalist and aromatherapist by trade, Barbara Close started her skin care line from the ground up - tapping into natural ingredients from her own garden that offered both therapeutic and beauty benefits. One of her concoctions: Pumpkin Enzyme Peel, which exfoliates and smoothes the skin's surface."
