Aura Alchemy is a Holistic Therapy Salon in Port St Mary, with sustainable practise a driving force for the business.
Some examples of how Aura Alchemy protect natural resources are: by switching off appliances that are not in use, replacing halogen bulbs with LED bulbs, grouping clients to reduce peak demand for energy, providing reusable bamboo cups for client’s water, referring clients to the internet for information over printing leaflets, using paper buds instead of plastic, using only rechargeable batteries, washing towels on a cool setting and sourcing natural, locally sourced or environmentally clean products.
Aura Alchemy wishes to develop the economy in a sustainable way by looking at the supply and demand of their clients and addressing how to reduce their carbon footprint considerably. Aura Alchemy have replaced their old boiler for a new, more energy efficient piece of equipment and the pipes are regularly checked, maintained and cleaned to ensure no water is escaping. The salon makes up their own natural cleaning products as not to spray any more toxins into the air.
Staff are regular helpers with Beach Buddies, clearing the beaches and supporting local tourism and the environment. They also frequently collect litter on their lunch break, walking up and down the High Street and round the Harbour.
The salon is looking to donate funds raised from an upcoming open night to the Manx Wildlife Trust, and they have planted two new trees using the tips received in the salon. They have recently helped Scoill Phurt le Moirrey by clearing the back woodland to create a play area for the children, with a forest-like feel to encourage outdoor learning. The salon regularly posts on their website and social media advising clients and friends of any ongoing environmental or cultural events they can help with, and are continuously trying to educate those around them about the ways in which they can be more environmentally friendly.
