A local holistic beauty therapist has hailed the launch of her new wellness space a huge success – raising £350 for vulnerable women in the process.

Karin Minton welcomed scores of visitors through her doors at A Blissful Balance, in Wellesbourne, where she has taken over the empty School Road unit formerly occupied by Parish Council for 13 years.

The celebration, which was also in support of the Leamington-based charity, The Esther Project, marked a huge expansion for Karin who only established her business a little over 18 months ago.

It showcased the broad menu of treatments being provided in the five treatment rooms by herself and her professional collaborators, including massage, reflexology, advanced facials, reiki healing, lymphatic drainage, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, sound healing and counselling and therapeutic coaching.

Karin prides herself on opening her doors to the 'Unseen Woman.' Her business is rooted in a very personal mission - to give every woman the chance to feel 'truly seen,' valued and supported.

These ambitions are driven by her passion for supporting women through every stage of life, including adolescence, motherhood, divorce, loss, neurodiversity, menopause, anxiety, grief, low confidence, retirement and times of change, with treatments and support tailored to the individual.

She shared: "The launch of A Blissful Balance was honestly everything I could have hoped for. At one point we had people queuing out of the door, which was quite incredible to see. There were so many familiar faces alongside lots of new ones, and the atmosphere throughout the building was just lovely. We also raised over £350 for The Esther Project, which made it even more special.

"What meant the most was seeing A Blissful Balance being used exactly as I'd imagined it. What started with me working from one treatment room has grown into a women's wellness space, and I already have some amazing practitioners working alongside me who share the same passion for supporting women. Seeing people exploring the rooms, meeting the women who are part of the space and understanding what we're creating, felt really special."

Karin added: "I came away feeling incredibly proud and overwhelmed by the support, but this really is just the beginning. We're continuing to look for the right practitioners to join us, as well as people who would like to use our studio to hold workshops, classes and events. I'm really excited to see A Blissful Balance grow into a place where women can come for treatments, wellbeing, connection and support."

Visitors had the chance to experience complimentary mini treatments, enjoy refreshments, meet the therapists, browse a selection of wellness stalls and the first 50 customers took home a goodie bag.

There were also great prizes to be won in a raffle supporting The Esther Project, a Leamington-based Community Interest Company supporting women across Warwickshire facing multiple and complex challenges, including domestic abuse, homelessness, trauma, poor mental health and addiction.

Lianne Kirkman, Founder of The Esther Project, added: "We are really grateful to Karin and everyone at A Blissful Balance for choosing to support The Esther Project at their opening event. The funds raised will help us continue providing vital support to women across Warwickshire who are facing significant challenges including domestic abuse, trauma and homelessness.

"Karin's vision of creating a space where women feel seen, valued and supported completely aligns with our own mission at The Esther Project. We're so grateful to have been part of the launch."

A Blissful Balance is now open at 2 School Road in Wellesbourne, CV35 9NH. Visit here or call/message 07862 252624 to book.

Karin is already celebrating recognition in a series of awards, as a finalist for Beauty Therapist of the Year at The Beauty Full Awards; Best Business in the UK Small Business category; Best Customer Experience category in the Stratford Herald Business & Tourism Awards and The UK Beauty Awards' Beauty Excellence category.

She was also a recent recipient of a Highly Recommended Award by Fresha, which spotlight standout businesses which promise quality, professionalism, and exceptional experiences.