TAOS, NEW MEXICO (October 2004) - The Living Spa™ at El Monte Sagrado Living Resort™ in Taos, New Mexico recently selected Naturopathica, a leading purveyor of all-natural, plant-based and restorative products as its featured skincare line. Naturopathica's concentration on sustainable ingredients and the healing power of botanicals is a perfect match, and complements El Monte Sagrado's focus on nature, nurture, knowledge and environmental sustainability in New Mexico and around the world.

"I really wanted to work with a skin-care company whose quality, integrity and philosophy mirrored what we're doing at El Monte Sagrado," says Amy McDonald, Spa and Programs Director at The Living Spa™. "From an environmental and transformative standpoint, Naturopathica is just right. The Naturopathica Holistic Health line is all about embracing the pure essentials of products that induce well-being with healing touch. And being plant-based, Naturopathica products and treatments compliment Osea, a new marine-based product line recently launched at The Living Spa™."

Added Barbara E. Close, Founder of Naturopathica: "El Monte Sagrado gets it. The resort and The Living Spa™ are pioneers in this industry and have brought a very progressive and much needed approach to the spa experience. Their mission fits perfectly with Naturopathica's, and together we want to offer exceptional, results-oriented treatments."

Created by Close, a trained herbalist and aromatherapist who personally grows many of the ingredients on her family farm in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Naturopathica products use indigenous herbs and botanicals to restore, heal and enhance the skin's natural health and vitality.

The Living Spa™ at El Monte Sagrado will offer a wide array of Naturopathica therapies, including skincare, massage and body scrub treatments, "well-being rejuvenation rituals," manicures and pedicures, and "Sacred Time" combinations for couples, such as:

Guest room rates begin at $345 per night. For reservations or more information about The Living Spa™ and El Monte Sagrado, please call (800) 828-TAOS or visit www.elmontesagrado.com.

For additional information about Naturopathica, please contact (800) 669-7618, or www.naturopathica.com.

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort and Spa™ is located in Taos, N.M. at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. A luxury resort exuding elegance, cultural awareness and a sincere commitment to environmental sustainability, El Monte Sagrado offers 36 suites and casitas positioned around a pristine Sacred Circle. Their decor reflects an array of global influences, with motifs inspired by Native American culture, foreign lands and local artists. The Living Spa™ is a serene experience for body and soul, offering customized spa services based on the healing, restorative treatments and spiritual practices of cultures worldwide. De la Tierra® restaurant celebrates creative, global cuisine with an environmental focus on naturally and locally grown provisions. At the core of El Monte Sagrado is the "Living Machine®," an effective system for collecting, treating and recycling water used by the resort with minimal impact on the land. For further information or reservations, phone (800) 828-8267, or visit www.elmontesagrado.com.

Naturopathica is a holistic health spa located in East Hampton, N.Y. and a 100% botanical skincare line. All Naturopathica products are free of petrochemical ingredients and synthetic solvents, thickening agents and emulsifiers. Each ingredient is chosen for a specific purpose and work synergistically for optimum results.