Body and Soul Spa

The whole world has gone wild over a new fad on the beauty market, sugar scrubs. If you haven’t heard of, or tried a sugar scrub yet, you are in for a real treat!

The reason sugar scrubs work so well is because of their dual action. When the scrub is rubbed into your skin, the fine sugar granules gently slough off dead skin cells on the top of the skin while the oils and butters provide deep moisturizing. The result is extremely soft, silky smooth skin that is both renewed and revitalized.

Sugar scrubs are comprised of several ingredients, the main being…you guessed it… sugar! The other ingredients in a sugar scrub may vary from company to company, but generally include deep moisturizing oils or butters such as Sweet Almond Oil, Grapeseed Oil, or Shea Butter. We are approaching warmer and warmer weather and with that said, overexposure to the elements, swimming, or just plain neglect can cause your skin to become scaly, dry, flaky or itchy. Your skin is made of multiple layers, each with its own purpose. The outermost layer can become covered with dead, dry cells that are essentially debris and are ready for removal. Bathing cleans away excess oil and dirt, but leaves the dead skin. An abrasive is needed to remove this layer. Exfoliants, including body scrubs, remove the dead skin allowing the supple, younger looking skin underneath to be seen and felt. Our Body Scrubs are designed to remove the surface layer while providing nourishment and moisturizers for the layers underneath. The scrub scents soothe the mind and each treatment includes a rich application of hydrating lotion and a cascading waterfall of our Vichy Shower.

Sugar and salt scrubs have become a part of my daily ritual.  Once I experienced the benefits of exfoliating my skin with a nourishing sugar scrub…….I can’t live without them!  I just love me a good body scrub. Winter or summer, I need my skin to be soft and smooth. Hey, I work with my hand all day and I need them to look healthy and feel smooth.

Shana

May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, 
and may trouble avoid you wherever ye go.  Happy St. Patty’s Day!

Sláinte,

Shana       

“Everyone wants to be Irish on St. Patrick’s Day,” or so goes the saying. The luck of the Irish is coming to a town near you this March 17th. In cities across America and Ireland, St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are gearing up to include parades, parties and more. This spring holiday, also known as St. Patty’s Day, has become associated with pots of gold, green shamrocks, dancing Leprechauns and plenty of Irish singing and beer drinking.

Of course, for those who commemorate the holiday’s historical origin, St. Patrick’s Day is not just a fun excuse to drink the day away. It is a day for spiritual renewal and thanksgiving, in honor of the death of Saint Patrick.

You don’t have to be Irish to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! So come join us as we share this holiday with you.

Like the warmth of the sun and the light of the day, May the luck of the IRISH shine bright on your way.

Shana 

Good Afternoon Lovelies!!

This is the most beautiful time of year.  There are so many fun things going on right now, and I know that we are all outdoors a lot more than we have been in the last few months.  It is the perfect time to enjoy our beautiful weather before we begin to boil.  One important thing to remember is our sunscreen.  A perfect way to work this in to our skincare routine is to include an SPF in our moisturizer. 

It’s also a time where our skin is starting to get a little dry with all the outdoor activity and sun exposure.  I recommend changing your skincare to something a little more hydrating, like our Vitamin C line by Image. Along with great home care, try treating yourself to a hydrating facial, such as the 4-layer facial or the Vita-Cura facial by Repechage.  These treatments are guaranteed to get that glow back into your dehydrated skin and reduce wrinkles caused by dehydration, not to mention reduce the appearance of sun spots.  So, stop by to see us today.  I can’t wait to see you all!!

 Have a peaceful day!!

Christian

What a gorgeous few days we have been having weather wise here in arizona.   That is one of the reasons I moved to this beautiful state.  As Spring is upon us take the time to open your windows, and tackle a task you have been wanting to do.  This week we did our spring cleaning at the spa, and had fun purging lots of things we no longer needed.  Out with the old and in with the new.  To celebrate March we are having $99.00 specials on our Power wraps.  With swimming suit season right around the corner, I know everyone is looking for a little inch loss.  We look forward to seeing you all soon, and hearing what project you tackled.

 Sandra Panek

There are 0 days until we hit Valentine’s Day! The romantic aura of love is felt all around and the world seems to be adorned by the vibrant shades of red, white and pink. So how are you going to celebrate Valentine’s Day 2008? Have you thought of any Valentine’s Day gifts? This is the last minute suggestion for the Valentine’s Day gift.

All you need to keep in mind is that Valentine’s Day is all about love and romance. It doesn’t matter whether your gift is an inexpensive one. Love doesn’t require a penny to spread its fragrance. Just pick the right thing for your sweetheart that would hold the true spirit of romance.

You can order a vibrant bouquet of Valentine’s Day roses, choose his or her favorite chocolates, and pick out a card that says it all. Or, if budget is not a constraint for you, you can opt for something that would really sparkle your special someone with delight. Give him or her a relaxing spa day that will leave them feeling rejuvenated. Better yet, you can treat yourself and your Valentine to a stress relieving couples massage and enjoy this special day together.

Lots of Love,

Shana

It sure has been chilly here in the Valley of the Sun. As the temperature dips, turn up the heat with a Hot Stone Massage! Adding heat to a massage session is creative and an inexpensive way that can take your massage to a deeper dimension and transport you to another level of relaxation.

In colder weather, the body may circulate less blood to the hands and feet as a way of conserving warm blood cells near the heart. This can make the joints stiffen. Also, people often exercise less in the winter, which could make stiff and painful joints feel worse. 

Heat from the stones will open the muscles and relax the joints, which helps to penetrate the tissue more easily and leaves you less sore from deeper work. Meanwhile, by providing warmth in your massage session, you will feel more nurtured and deeply relaxed, allowing you to let go of all the stress that is held within your body.

It is really an amazing experience!

Shana

Have you ever wondered how celebrities achieve those beautiful bodies? They seem to bounce back so quickly after pregnancy and fit so perfectly into the most fashionable designer outfits. They make it seem so effortless while the rest of us spend hours at the gym and never achieve the same results. The secret: Many top models and celebrities are using Body Contouring Inch Loss technology.

Can you pinch more than an inch? Or maybe gravity has taken its toll and your breasts and buttocks need a boost. Before you consider plastic surgery- a drastic, expensive and risky procedure…. Consider Body Contouring as an alternative.

Body Contouring provides unparallel inch loss, intensive toning, lymphatic drainage, cellulite reduction, and muscle building all in one. This is a remarkable solution for those that need to lose a few inches or get a kick-start into getting back into shape. It is also ideal for those that are on a tight schedule and can’t fit in time for gym visits. Simply hit the spa and get a workout. All you will need to bring is a bathing suit or a change of undergarments and we will do the work for you. This process is comfortable, safe, FDA approved, and is suitable for both men and women.

You can get the body you’ve always wanted!
Shana

I hope everyone had a great holiday season!!  Now that it’s over, everyone has geared up for another fantastic year and we can start focusing on ourselves again and things that make us feel good.  I can personally speak to the fact that when my skin looks good, I feel better about myself.  This is why I became an Aesthetician.  My goal is to help people and increase self-esteem in all of my clients.  I hope to see you soon and get that skin glowing!!

Make it a Spa-tacular Day!!

Christian

A very Blessed Happy New Year to each and everyone of you!  As I reflected last night on gratitude and thankfulness, I tipped my glass and toasted to all of our amazing clients.  You truly are the reason for our success.!   I smiled brightly, and   tipped my glass again and toasted to each and every amazing TEAM member at Body & Soul Spa.  Our therapists take so much pride in their work, and strive to give you the most tranquil spa experience.  I am so blessed and honored to have the most amazing clients, and the most dedicated  team.  A week before Thanksgiving I went in for a little knee surgery, and was expected to be on crutches for 72 hours to 1 week.  Little did we know they would find a microfracture, and put me on non weight bearing and bed rest for the next 6 weeks.   Having something significant happen to your health gives you such an opportunity to reflect and count your blessings, and make your goals of things to strive for.  Body & Soul Spa is truly a blessing, and I want to express what an honor it is to have you  as a client.  We truly do aim to Treat your body, and touch your soul!  I am so fortunate to have such amazing SKILLED,  TALENTED, DEDICATED, and BEYOND LOVING & CARING THERAPISTS!  Without the team of therapists their would be no guests for us to serve.  In 2008 our continued goal is to give the most amazing tranquil spa experience,  and edcuate you on your skin, and body care needs.  Thank you for the opportunity to pamper you, your family, and friends.  We always welcome your feedback, in fact I LOVE IT!  The biggest growth for our team comes from you our clients!   Please never forget you are the most important part of our business, and your referrals are the best compliment you can give our team.  May you and yours have a very healthy, happy, prosperous year and may all your goals turn into targets!

Sandra Panek