"What I love about Venustus?

It's not just the quality and healing gifts of the therapists, nor the compassion and genuine warmth that comes from Jeannie, but what I love about going to Venustus is that I always feel like I'm visiting great girlfriends.

The atmosphere is down-to-earth yet angelic, professional yet never distant from those small personal touches. It's those elements of surprise that make the difference and my favourite thing at Venustus is when I lie down on the massage bed and see below me a visual feast of enormous crystals, floating candles and fresh flowers. It's beautiful and makes my massage a triple gold star experience."

"Venustus is a heavenly sanctuary, from the moment you step through the door you start to feel wonderful, whether it's the divine aromas from all the beautiful products or the best body and facial treatments you will ever experience, its not just a treat its a neccessity!"

"I love all the treatments at Venustus, but if I had to pick a favourite it would be their body scrub and massage. I always choose their Tahitian fragrance and come out feeling so relaxed and smelling gorgeous."

"Now Body + Soul readers nationally can see why we are such fans of Venustus and use their products so frequently in the paper.

No bathroom should be without a tub of Venustus bath salts and serums, or my favourites, the Aromatic Foot Balm and Celestial range Body Cream."

"Whenever I'm feeling burnt out and stressed Venustus is the beauty haven I call. Whatever the treatment I choose to have I leave there feeling like I'm walking on air.

My mind is clear and my soul revived. I especially love the caring attitude from all the staff and the magical aromas that fill the air. A beauty haven worth visiting."

"I absolutely adore the Venustus Tahitian range - with its heavenly coconutty scent, it's like a tropical holiday in a jar!"

"Regardless of the treatment you choose at Ventusus you are really in for a treat. From the moment you walk through the doors every one of your needs are met.

I have been lucky enough to receive many treatments but have to say that nothing beats the 2002 Intensive Facial. It was designed by the owner of Venustus Jeannie Bourke, to cater for clients in their late 20's that don't necessarily suffer from acne but do have some minor skin concerns.

The facial deep cleanses, refines pores and firms the skin (wow!). The therapists always make you feel special often treating you to an extra leg exfoliation or hand massage.

It was the first place I recommended to my best friend who was getting married. The bridal party all had pedicures and I was so impressed with the detail in which Jeannie insisted on. She made sure the bridesmaids nail colour matched the tone of the bride (she even gave us little thongs to wear home so we didn't mess up our nail polish) It is most definitely the place I would recommend to anyone wanting a special facial, manicure, faketan, beauty or body treatment."

"If it is a quick-fix, a feel-good or just some plain old indulgence I'm after I hot foot it into Venustus. Somehow Jeannie, Barbara and the team have the knack of being able to tell what I need to make me feel like a princess for a day...and beyond.

What is a particular triumph are their own formulations, particularly the Tahitian body products that make you feel like you've been on an exotic island, even if you've only on a quick trip to inner city Sydney. I'm mad about Venustus."

"Venustus is at the leading edge of Australia's men's grooming market. Their products hold their own for effectiveness and, importantly, use of naturally-sourced ingredients to any other brand in the market."

"Venustus is such an integral part of Sydney's beauty establishment that I can't possibly imagine life without it! Jeannie's innovative and expertly designed treatments and packages are always heavenly and the products - particularly the Tahitian Bath & Body Serum, my absolute favourite - are truly to die for."

"After being treated to some of the best facials and beauty therapy in Australia at Venustus I thought it was time that men were more aware of the fantastic treatments there are available to them, my recommendation would be for the Cool Down Cucumber Pack for men containing the Cool Down Cucumber Face Wash, the Cucumber Spritzer and the Cucumber Aloe Vera gel to moisturise. It would be great for those really active play boys."

"I say: Venustus is rendez-vous with pleasure, escape and relaxation in the heart of Paddington. Friendly service and wholesome products are there to enhance your inner and outer beauty."

"The Oyster crew says: Venustus are perfectionists. The treatments are an intense pampering experience that leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated."

"I absolutely love the Tahitian body oil. It reminds me of balmy nights on a tropical island.

Having an aromatherapy massage using the Tahitian body oil is bliss. I always feel so calm & relaxed afterwards - I love it!
It's a shame I can't have one everyday".

"When I end up falling asleep during a bikini wax because I'm so relaxed, I know the therapist must be absolutely wonderful. But then who wouldn't fall asleep while having a Venustus wax: with heat pillows to soothe, a divine scalp massage to relax and aromatherapy oils scenting the air, what used to be a painful experience is now bliss!"

Every night I massage Venustus Calming Cream with rose and frangipani into my skin and I burn Winter Blend Oil beside my bed. Having been a restless, teeth-grinding insomniac for years, I'm so happy to say I now sleep like an angel (and so does my fiance). Thanks Jeannie!"

"A Venustus Aromatherapy Body Salt Massage would have to rate as one of the most relaxing, exquisitely wonderful treatments I've ever had, closely followed by the Aromatherapy Facial that was given to me as a Christmas present by a friend."

"Venustus is my haven of relaxation. It's not just about skincare, although that is paramount. It is also about nurturing, soothing, indulging and truly pampering the skin, the senses and the soul.

Whenever deadlines loom, fatigue takes over or I am simply in need of a little TLC, I head immediately for the enticing doors of Venustus and Jeannie Bourke's healing hands. Within minutes my stress slips away, my skin becomes rejuvenated and my senses are restored.

Jeannie's heavenly Venustus skin care range and her extensive knowledge of essential oils ensure that the Venustus experience stay with you, long after your visit to her beautiful salon."

"I love using the all-natural, all-fragrant, all-pampering Venustus products I hope you do, too!"

"I absolutely love the Skincare Travel Kit. When I use the products ­ especially the exfoliater and mask ­ I feel like I've had a professional facial. They smell lovely, really natural, and they make my skin feel really soft. I used them to give a friend of mine a facial ­ she's a beauty therapist and she also loved them. They are a hit !!!"

"Venustus has two great qualities - the gorgeous products and the friendly, wonderful staff.

I can't recommend strongly enough Vacation @ Venustus - it is pure bliss. I felt instantly relaxed and my skin was soft for weeks."

"A visit to Venustus beauty & body lab is the ultimate rejuvenation for mind and body.

Venustus aromatherapy products are a pure joy to the senses and the ultimate for home pampering."

"Using Venustus' Holiday Blend Shampoo and Conditioner is like taking your hair on a tropical holiday.

Your hair is enveloped in a delicious coconut scent, and is so refreshed and unbelievably soft, you'll wonder what you did before the change! The shampoo lathers like a dream, while the conditioner brings a sleekness to hair you never knew it had. Partner it with the matching Venustus soap for a full holiday experience. Bon voyage!"

"Everything about Venustus makes you feel important! From the fresh fragrances, to the sensual feel, right down to the stunning packaging.

Venustus is so much more than a beauty product...it is a state of mind, body and soul!"