Elite Traveler HRS 2018-2019

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Silica and algae sourced directly from the Blue Lagoon give your skin a youthful glow and immediate lift

Beauty by Emma Reynolds

REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND BLUE LAGOON Icelandic beauty is having a moment — its pristine terrain of rolling hills, volcanoes and hot springs are awe- inspiring enough to make you want to go au naturel and treat your skin with its pure ingredients. Many claim that the famous Blue Lagoon, the extremely Instagrammable milky-blue geothermal spa, has changed their skin, thanks to its makeup of silica and sulfur. In fact, many have claimed it has healed skin afflictions such as psoriasis. Those who visit don’t leave without taking home some of the geothermal lagoon — branded Blue Lagoon products include an algae and silica mask duo, balancing emulsion, body lotion and conditioner. If you don’t foresee a trip to Iceland in the near future, order the patented Blue Lagoon products online to receive the same skin-saving benefits. Blue Lagoon The Retreat Spa, $259 for a four-hour entry, Blue Lagoon Mask Set, $345, bluelagoon.com

Going global Once-esoteric global beauty rituals and ingredients are going mainstream as travelers are seeking more authentic experiences. Whether you seek out the healing properties from the Blue Lagoon’s silica- and sulfur-filled geothermal spa in Reykjavík, or want a luminous glow from pearl-based products in South Korea, you can have it all without trekking too far

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA SHANGPREE S-ENERGY TREATMENT AT SHANGPREE SPA Korean beauty, and its sometimes bizarre ingredients, have swept the globe thanks to products with anti-aging ingredients that promise to make skin soft, glowing and blemish-free. You may have heard of the popular snail-slime craze that originated from South Korea, but we recommend trying something a bit easier to stomach — pearl. Naturally rich in nutrients and antioxidants, pearl has been used as a skin-care and medicinal staple in Asia for over 2,000 years. Its powders contain amino acids and calcium, which may help retain moisture and keep skin hydrated. Otherwise, crushed pearls in product can exfoliate the skin, and possibly even out skin tone. Visit one of South Korea’s most sought-after spas, Shangree, or try its Gold Black Pearl Hydrogel Eye Cream to fight fine lines and wrinkles. Shangpree S-Energy Treatment, $115, Shangpree Gold Black Pearl Hydrogel Eye Mask, $60, shangpree.com

Pearl promises intense hydration and can brighten and even out your complexion

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