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Forbes
07-07-2025
- Health
- Forbes
The Sugar Mill Spa In St. Kitts Releases Latest Plant-Based Treatments
The Sugar Mill Spa and Sanctuary park hyatt st. kitts St. Kitts is a sweet place, and it isn't just the people. They have a long history with sugar. The island was a leading production hub for sugar in the 17th century, as the tropical climate was perfect for cultivating sugar cane. After building and developing sugar plantations for hundreds of years, their main sugar factory closed in 2005 to focus on island tourism. The Park Hyatt St. Kitts named its spa after the country's legacy with sugar, as its home to the Sugar Mill Spa & Sanctuary, a 37,000 square foot oasis with nine treatment rooms, fitness center, salon, lounges, heated plunge pools, steam rooms and saunas. If you drive across the island, you'll see century-old sugar mills across the leafy landscape of St. Kitts. They are gorgeous, brick, round structures. 'The sugar mills stand the test of time; a symbol of strength and fortitude,' said Jacqueline Hector, the spa's assistant manager. The sugar mill at the Sugar Mill Spa and Sanctuary in St. Kitts park hyatt st. kitts 'The symbolic nature inspired the spa's name and mirrors our dedication to well-being which encourages our guests to prioritize their mind, body and soul.' The spa offers sugar-based treatments honoring the island's history, including the Coconut Sugar Glow is a tropical exfoliation ritual to soften and nourish sun-drenched skin. 'While the treatment draws inspiration from the island's history of sugar cane, for professional spa use and guest safety, we use a high-quality, pre-formulated sugar scrub by EmerginC, made with natural ingredients that reflect the essence of the Caribbean,' explains Hector. 'The scrub contains sugar cane extract, which echoes the island's heritage and acts as a gentle exfoliant,' she said. 'It also includes noni plant oil extract, which is a fruit traditionally used in the Caribbean for its healing and antioxidant properties.' A treatment room inside the Sugar Mill Spa and Sanctuary in St. Kitts park hyatt st. kitts The scrub also includes ginger, lime oil and limonene, which adds a fresh, energizing scent reminiscent of local citrus groves. 'Though the sugar is not locally sourced, the overall experience is deeply inspired by the Caribbean environment—warm, natural, and restorative,' said Hector. 'The ingredients and textures were chosen to reflect the land's vibrant energy and offer our guests a sensory journey connected to St. Kitts.' The Sugar Mill Spa just added a selection of new treatments to their spa menu, many of which are lemongrass focused, as lemongrass is part of daily Kittitian life. 'Nature is at the heart of everything we do,' said Hector. 'Our wellness treatments include hand-harvested herbs like lemongrass and hibiscus combined with organic products to offer a harmonious blend of earth and sea.' The spa's new treatment menu is inspired by the natural rhythms of the Caribbean and holistic wellness. Their latest offerings use Laurel Skin, an organic, plant-based skincare line, to create a series of Signature Rituals, each of which are aligned with a specific healing intention, such as Calm, Detoxify, Balance, Rest, Renew and Love. Inside the Sugar Mill Spa and Sanctuary in St. Kitts park hyatt st. kitts Take their Sun Goddess Repair facial, which uses ingredients like aloe vera, calendula, chamomile, and red raspberry seed oil, all chosen for their calming, reparative, and anti-inflammatory properties. The island's sun can be scorching, especially to visitors unfamiliar with its power. With unexpected sunburns, a new treatment called the Sun Loving Repair is a massage featuring Laurel Skin products to help calm sun-stressed skin and reduce signs of inflammation and damage. The other new treatments include Phytomer, a sustainably sourced skincare brand made in France. 'Phytomer is a brand that shares our commitment to natural, results-driven skincare,' said Hector. 'They harness the power of marine biotechnology, using sustainably sourced marine ingredients such as algae, seawater and coastal plants to deliver visible, long-term results. It proves that the sea has immense power to regenerate and balance the body.' Inside the Sugar Mill Spa and Sanctuary in St. Kitts park hyatt st. kitts Among their most requested seasonal rituals include the Aloe Wrap and the Sun Repair by Laurel Skin. 'The Aloe Wrap is a cooling, calming body therapy ideal at the end of a guest's stay; we use freshly prepared aloe vera gel to hydrate, reduce inflammation, and soothe sunburnt skin,' she said. The experience ends with a scalp and face massage to calm the nervous system. Meanwhile, the Sun Repair by Laurel Skin is a full-body massage using Laurel's Sun Body Oil and Sun Serum, which is rich in regenerative botanicals like red raspberry seed oil, coconut oil, rosehip fruit, and sea buckthorn seed. The ingredients are known for their high content of vitamins A, C, and E, as well as natural SPF-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties. 'This treatment not only soothes and restores sun-kissed skin but also leaves it glowing, soft, and deeply nourished,' said Hector. 'Together, these two rituals reflect our commitment to using whole, organic plant ingredients that work in harmony with the body and the environment.' Inside the Sugar Mill Spa and Sanctuary in St. Kitts park hyatt st. kitts The inspiration for the spa's new treatments draws from local knowledge and history. 'We draw on our knowledge of Caribbean plants, the benefits of the sea and intentional healing,' she said. 'Our aim was to create not just a spa, but a sanctuary, offering treatments that address body, mind and spirit, through elements such as sound therapy, herbal rituals and personalized wellness journeys.' Next up, the spa will soon expand their wellness residency program, which will welcome guest practitioners in the fields of sound healing, yoga and meditation. 'These collaborations bring new energy and perspectives to our spa, allowing both children and adult guests to explore different paths to well-being,' said Hector. They will also be launching the Clay & Calm pottery workshop, and new natural skincare making sessions, where guests can make their own herb-based cosmetics using local Caribbean region ingredients. 'These new offerings reflect our desire to offer more than just treatments; they're a way of life,' said Hector.
Fox News
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Fox News
‘American Pie' star Tara Reid pushes for a sequel as she hits indie film red carpet
Tara Reid is feeling nostalgic as she looks toward her career's future. Reid hit the red carpet Wednesday for the Indonesian horror film "Pabrik Gula" (or "Sugar Mill" as it's known in the U.S.), wearing a black leather jacket and long skirt. Her appearance at the premiere comes just a few days after she shared some throwback pictures of her "American Pie" days on Instagram. "Nothing like the good ol days with my cast! Who's ready for another American Pie? I think it needs to happen!" she wrote in the caption. The 49-year-old has been working plenty in the years since the hit teen comedy, with films like the SYFY channel's "Sharknado" series and a recent appearance on the CBS sitcom "Ghosts" in 2023. In 2023, Reid also appeared on the Fox reality series "Special Forces: World's Toughest Test," looking to prove she was more than her early 2000s party girl image. "I feel like I've been bullied a lot, you know, in my life. And I kind of wanted to do the show because I wanted people to see the other side of me," she told Fox News Digital at the time. "And stop bullying me for kind of always the same things. And to let them see, you know, I'm not just this girl who's 21 and partying in 'American Pie.'" The negative attention prompted Reid to step back from Hollywood. "I needed a break," she said. "You know, I think everyone needs a break from something when it becomes too much." Since then, Reid has concentrated on starring in several independent projects, including the upcoming "Dr. Quarantine," which she recently earned a best actress award for at the Hollywood Reels film festival. "This award means so much to me.. I want to thank my director White Cross for challenging me to bring this character alive and pushing me past any limits, and my cast and crew for all of your hard work to bring this project alive. So thankful for the outcome and for the success of this film to win another award and be recognized for the thing I love most in this world, acting," she wrote on social media. Reid continued, "Thank you so much to my fans, I couldn't do this without you thank you for all your love, the comments and support have truly made my heart happy."
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
EST N8 Acquires Indonesian Horror Film ‘Pabrik Gula' (‘Sugar Mill') For North America Release — Filmart
EXCLUSIVE: Los Angeles-based sales, production, and finance company EST N8 has acquired Indonesian horror film Pabrik Gula (Sugar Mill) for North America release. Pabrik Gula is directed by Awi Suryadi, who helmed the highest-grossing Indonesian film of all time, KKN di Desa Penari. More from Deadline Josie Ho's 852 Films Unveils Five New Projects; Signs Acting Deal With Iman Taheri - Filmart 'All We Imagine As Light' Takes Top Honors At Asian Film Awards; Japanese Filmmaker Daihachi Yoshida Wins Best Director For 'Teki Cometh' Veteran Korean Actor Jang Dong-gun Talks Talents He Would Like To Work With & His Search For An "Ordinary" Role Pabrik Gula will have its theatrical release in Indonesia on Eid al-Fitr in end-March, and is set to hit theaters across North America, including IMAX screens, in April 2025. The film follows a group of seasonal workers arriving at a sugar mill, only to find themselves tormented by vengeful demons. As terrifying events unfold, they must unravel the mystery of what awakened these dark forces — and whether they can escape and return home before it is too late. Arbani Yasiz (Winter Elegy, Azzamine) stars in the film, alongside Erika Carlina (The Devil's Bride, Sleep Call) and Ersya Aurelia (Killers, Anak Jalanan: A New Beginning). The film is produced by MD Pictures, under Indonesian studio MD Entertainment, which has released over 200 films since its founding in 2002, including Ayat Ayat Cinta, Habibie & Ainun. The deal was brokered by Tenten Wei, Sophie Shi, and Cathy Ni of EST N8. EST N8 is a partnership between LA-based EST Studios and New York- and Bangkok-based N8 Studios, representing a slate of Asian films at global markets. EST Studios was founded in 2022 by Jaeson Ma (Stampede Ventures, 88rising) and Eric Tu (Vice, Anonymous Content). Suryadi's other directing credits include horror flick Perewangan — which is also represented by EST N8. In addition to Pabrik Gula, EST N8's sales titles include Indonesian horror films Sorop, Hutang Nyawa and Perewangan and The Hole, as well as Korean thriller 30 Minutes, Japanese fantasy River Returns, Mongolian-Thai horror The Circle of Death, Malaysian action film Budak Flat, Korean action film Mash Ville and Thai thriller Delivery Man. 'The EST N8 team is ecstatic about collaborating with MD Pictures on Pabrik Gula,' said Ma, chairman of EST Studios. 'We can't wait to introduce audiences to the rich world of Pabrik Gula, a film that will surely resonate with fans of supernatural horror.' Manoj Punjabi, CEO of MD Entertainment, added: 'We are thrilled to bring Pabrik Gula (Sugar Mill) to audiences in the U.S., marking another milestone for Indonesian cinema on the global stage. This film is a testament to our commitment to delivering high-quality storytelling that resonates across cultures. With its gripping horror, deep-rooted folklore, and cinematic spectacle, we believe Pabrik Gula will leave a lasting impact on international audiences. We can't wait for moviegoers in the U.S. to experience the thrill and mystery that this film has to offer.' Best of Deadline TV Show Book Adaptations Arriving In 2025 So Far Book-To-Movie Adaptations Coming Out In 2025 Everything We Know About 'Freakier Friday' So Far
