Spascape Day Spa

winter tanning

 

I think we can all agree that February is a tough month.  Except for the avid skiers most of us are done with the snow and the cold.  And I don't know about you but I have been pulling out all the stops to make this month more cheerful.  I've been buying fresh flowers, wearing bright colors, and in a desperate attempt to mimic Summer I have been tanning.  NOT that horrible, dangerous, ill-advised tanning bed tanning but instead I do the spray tan and in a pinch the self-tanning gels.

I find that a winter tan is the perfect pick me up for the last dreary dregs of the season.  I revel in looking hale and hearty like I just stepped of the plane from Jamaica.  And for those of us who can't actually afford a few weeks on a tropical island, faking a vacation is the next best thing.  That's why I go to see Linda at Spascape Day Spa because they won the reader's Choice Award for best tanning Salon in Scituate and the Silver award for best tanning in the South Shore area.  Furthermore, Spascape uses Aviva Labs Sunless Spray Tan which is a natural looking, alcohol-free, hypoallergenic formula that can be customized to ensure a color and a look that is right for you.

And still another tanning option that Spascape offers is the brand new Jane Iredale Tantasia Self-tanner.  This citrus-scented, hydrating, all natural self-tanning formula is gentle enough to use on your face as well as your body, and gives a gradual, entirely authentic looking tan.  Tantasia is healthy and safe to use:   no cancer, no wrinkles, and no hyper-pigmentation like the tanning beds cause.  Just slap some on in the privacy and convenience of your own home, and you are good to go.

Spring is on the way, to be closely followed by Summer, but with a quick trip to Spascape you can still enjoy a gorgeous looking tan until they actually arrive.  (781)545-1200

Valentines Specials

 

Some of us are married, and some of us are dating.  Others are single and even others are in a relationship.  But whatever your status may be it is important that this February 14th you be your own special Valentine.  It's so thoughtful of you to buy that Spascape Day Spa gift certificate for the loved one in your life but what have you done for yourself lately?  Don't you also deserve some pampering, a little indulgence, a quiet moment of RnR?  Of course you do!  It is so important that we take care of ourselves and what better way to do it than to book an appointment at Spascape for one of our Valentines Day Specials (good through the entire month of Feb.) Wait until you hear about what we've cooked up for you and you really won't be able to resist.....

Perfect for Valentines is our Chocolate Power Rescue Peel.  This super charged peel not only exfoliates but infuses your skin with mega anti-oxidants such as dark chocolate, acai berries, and the always fantabulous resveratrol.  Be prepared this treatment is noticably firming.

The Sea Rose and Lavender Cocoon is pampering at its best.  The sea rose is actually sea kelp so you get wonderful, natural exfoliation plus trace mineral application.  This is all finished up with a deeply relaxing lavender massage that will calm all your senses.  It's the perfect way to say "I love you" - to yourself!

 And then there is the Sea Rose Restorative Facial.  Again you have the exfoliating and mineralizing sea kelp mask but there is also a very special vitamin serum that is infused into your skin.  Talk about rejuvenation!

And FYI besides these wonderful treatments there are a couple freebies we are offering for the month of February:

With any purification facial you may enjoy a complimentary eye treatment - it's a great de-puffer.  And you may also receive a free chakra balancing with any acupressure massage from our health and wellness guru Kathleen Ogar.

Spascape has so many terrific offerings this month, it would be the perfect time to do a little something special for yourself.  (781) 545-1200

Treat your body right

 

As I'm sure you all know, it is just crazy what stress can do to the body.  And that is why massage is not only a luxurious way to pamper yourself but is actually a way to heal and even prevent illness.  Massage can boost your immune system, decrease levels of the stress hormone cortisol (cortisol can also cause weight gain), and release toxins that have built up in your body.  And if that hasn't convinced you here is what else the damaging effects of stress can do to your body:

Prolonged exposure to stress can elevate cholesterol which is bad for your heart.  It can increase glucose levels and lead to type 2 diabetes.  It definitely effects the central nervous system hampering your memory and learning ability, and can eventually even lead to depression.  And I'm sure we've all heard about how stress influences a woman's reproductive system possibly leading to difficulty conceiving, or even having more painful periods. Whew!  Just writing about all that is enough to stress me out! 

So if you think about it, can you really afford not to get a massage?  Even a thirty minute massage every once in a while will do your body good.  And if you come to Spascape Day Spa for your massage you can use our steam room for free.  I would highly recommend taking advantage of this because you will get that much more healing benefit out of the massage.  Not only will the steam melt your tension away but steam rooms have also been proven to boost your immunity, improve your circulation, detoxify your lymphatic system (think about sweating out that pesky winter cold), and even improve your skin.  

And for the truly brave our Finnish sauna set up would be even more beneficial.  For those of you who don't know, a Finnish sauna involves  a hot treatment (sauna or steam room) followed by a cold treatment (dipping into frigid waters or snow) and they are wildly popular, especially in Canada right now.  The reason they are so beloved is that, not only does it feel invigorating, but it is extremely beneficial for your health as well.  The process can eliminate toxins, stimulate the immune system, increase circulation, and reduce stress.  Wow.  Wouldn't that be awesome to do right before a massage!  Think of how much more it would boost the efficacy of the treatment.  The Spascape team welcomes you to come in and try it out -  the eucalyptus steam room and the rain forest shower (put on COLD!) are free with any hour long treatment.   Come in early and take your time - the health benefits are phenomenal. (781)545-1200

microdermabrasion

 

If you could remove that outermost layer of dry, dead skin cells, you would see that just below the surface lies a fresher, younger looking face.  And that is precisely what microdermabrasion does.  After a series (which is highly recommended) of treatments your skin will be brighter, more evenly toned, and superficial scarring, discoloration, and fine lines and wrinkles may disappear.  It is a painless 45 minute procedure that is safe for most all skin types, even sensitive. We at Spascape Day Spa offer microdermabrasion treatments at virtually all our locations.   Today I went to the Scituate spa to have some done, and my skin has never felt smoother or softer.  Ever!

It just so happens that at the Scituate spa an independent esthetician named Cynthia Dean does the microdermabrasion.  She has her own room at the spa and she offers a special Clinical Microdermabrasion Facial.  Cynthia has been in holistic skincare since 1992 and has found for her facials a skincare line that works synergistically with her beliefs about skin and nature.  It is a holistic brand and is in fact based on Traditional Chinese Medicine.  It's pretty darn cool.

So what Cynthia did for this Clinical Microdermabrasion Facial was cleanse the skin with her holistic cleanser, then she microdermed my skin for almost a half hour because she included the neck area which is so crucial.  And FYI it wasn't uncomfortable in the least - it just felt like someone was vacuuming my skin with a teeny tiny vacuum.  

Next Cynthia massaged my face with her special lymphatic drainage machine (also no discomfort) which I love because it drains the excess fluid build up from my face.  Yay I get a skinny face!

And then she applied a soothing mask and while it sat and did its thing I got a lovely hand massage and foot reflexology.  Talk about pampering!  Cynthia has a deeply relaxing, healing touch.  

Finally she wrapped up the procedure with a moisturizer that represents the Chinese element "earth" because seasonally we are in the time of "earth" - and really I do like the idea of being in sync with nature.

I am always one for the ultimate spa experience like Cynthia gave me, but if you just want to pop in get microdermed and pop out you can arrange something like that with her.  And in fact that is kinda more like how it's done in our other Spascape locations too.

So give us a call and book your microdermabrasion treatment today - I know you're going to love it! (781)545-1200

 PS   for those of you in the know, Cynthia and all Spascapes use the renowned Power Peel Microdermabrasion machines.  They are the Cadillac of microdermabrasion!

where earth meets sea

 

"Where earth meets sea" is our motto here at Spascape Day Spa.  This has several different meanings for us, one of which is just that all of our spa locations are in charming seaside towns.  But also and more importantly, Deb Larson our spa owner and intrepid leader, has created a vision of health and wellness using ingredients found in the sea and of the earth to help heal and beautify our skin and bodies.  There is a powerful synergy when earth meets sea that is unique to our spa.

Spascape earth and sea can be found in the smallest details such as the sea glass in the jewelry or the eucalyptus essential oils infused in our steam room..   But the primary benefits are to be found in our two natural skin/body care lines:  Farmesthetics and Osea.

Farmesthetics is sustainable beauty from the farm. There are absolutely no artificial preservatives, dyes, fillers, talc, or fragrance.  It is safe enough to use on a child, and yet it is all highly effective, using only organically grown herbs, flowers, and other botanical ingredients.  Everything they make smells fresh and natural and feels nurturing and nourishing not just to your skin but to your spirit as well.  If this sounds heavenly to you, you might want to make an appointment for a Hot Toddy For the Body body scrub/massage, or the sweet milk & lavender bud facial.

Osea was created by established holistic practitioner Jenefer Palmer who comes from a long line of healers (her grandmother was the first female chiropractor in the United States).  She spent twelve years formulating Osea skincare using the purest sea nutrients and essential oils, and in 1998 she debuted her product line at the very exclusive Fred Segal in Beverly Hills.  Her integrity drove her to seek the highest quality seaweed from the Patagonia coast off of Argentina, and create all but two products that are 100% natural and packaged in sustainable glass containers that help preserve the life of the product as well as the life of our planet. For a taste of the sea try our sea rose and lavender cocoon body treatment or the sea rose restorative facial.  For more possibilities, and an indepth description of these services you can visit our website at  www.spascapdayspa.com

In conclusion I just wan to point out that we humans are of the earth and sea.  Our bodies are most at home in nature,  so it makes sense that we would turn to nature for rejuvenation. Try it today! (781) 545-1200

Do's and Dont's II

 

The new year has just begun and many of are taking the opportunity to whip ourselves into shape. For my New Year's resolutions I am using the Do's and Don'ts categorization.  For instance, do hit the gym more than once a week, and don't buy anymore $200 handbags.  I find this do's and dont's system a handy way to keep track of things, so while I was making up my own personal list I also thought up a do's and dont's list for those of you who are interested in getting the most out of your beauty regimen.  I know you've already got plenty of other things you want to take care of but these are six simple little steps that can maximize your grooming, skincare, and spa experiences.

DO keep an emergency stash of face wipes and jar of moisturizer on your bedside table because even the best of us (esthetician's included!) can get lazy.  Your skin is going to look soooooo much better if you give it a quick clean and hydration, and with the wipes right by your bed there is no excuse not to.  Your skin will thank you for it.

DON'T worry about parabens, phthlates, fragrances, dies, or synthetic ingredients of any kind.  Spascape Day Spa uses and sells the 100 % natural skin and body care line Farmesthetics.  Farmesthetics proves that you don't need all the artificial ingredients to get dramatic effects.  Just ask our esthetician Linda - a huge Farmesthetics fan - she gets absolutely glowing results from her all natural facials.

DO take advantage of these colder months to do your heavy exfoliating repair work.  Sign up for a series of peels or microdermabrasion sessions and even out all that discoloration from years of sun damage.  Studies have shown that it is skin discoloration, more than wrinkles, that make a person look older.  And not only will the exfoliation make you look better now, it will help speed up the skin cell turnover rate and thus slow down the aging process in the future.

DON'T rush your nail job when you come in to us for a mani or pedi.  Not only do you not want to end up with dings and smudges but Spascape is all about relaxation and pampering and you will want to take advantage of that.  Give yourself at least a full hour for pedi and a good half hour for a mani.  Our services are deluxe and thus take a little longer but it is all about the spa experience - we are not a quickie nail joint as our beautiful scenic surroundings will attest.

DO use a lipgloss with a gentle plumping action.  Don't worry, there is no lip gloss out there that will make you look anywhere near like you've had a collagen injection but what it will do for you is smooth out the lines and wrinkles on your lips.  It is an amazing anti-aging technique and will give you the perfect pout.  Both of our make-up lines, TheBalm and Jane Iredale, carry softly smoothing plumpers that come in a wide array of gorgeous colors.  I've got at least a dozen of them myself!

DON'T hesitate to speak up in the middle of a massage.  You are paying for the experience and your massage therapist is there to serve you.  It may take some adjustment for them to get the right pressure - that is perfectly normal  - but if you are uncomfortable in any way don't be shy about saying so.  Your therapist won't take it personally and more than anything they would probably appreciate the feedback.  Just the other day I had to speak up and tell a massage therapist that I did not want to talk during the massage but instead wanted to zone out in quiet.  It is all ok.

Just remember New Year's resolutions should all be about progress not perfection, so be gentle with yourself.   Here's wishing you the best beauty experience you can get! (781)545-1200

five fabulous things to use your gift certificate for

 

So the holidays are over and you've got a stack of gift certificates just waiting to be used.  Someone was thoughtful enough to give you a Spascape Day Spa gift certificate and you can't wait to get down here and have a nice relaxing mani-pedi.  Which is fine, don't let me discourage you from that, but I have a few other ideas about what you can use your gift certificate for -  services that you may not automatically think of but that are such a treat you will be reminiscing about them for months afterward.

The Botinol facial may not be your usual go-to facial but I can assure you that everyone who has had one has LOVED it!  It is literally like getting a Botox injection but without the pain and side effects.  All your wrinkles and expression lines will literally be plumped out.  The effects of the Botinol facial last for a few days and the glow it gives you will have people commenting about how youthful you look.   It's one of our estheticians' favorite facials to give because the results are so dramatic it make us feel like magicians.  It is absolutely perfect to have before any special event!

Everyone gets spray tans in the Summer but savvy spa-goers gets them in the winter too.  Why should you look pasty and drawn just because the sun refuses to show itself?  A spray tan will instantly perk you up, make you look like you've been on an exotic vacation, and be slimming all at the same time.  Feel good about yourself after all the holiday excesses, and stand out in a crowd like a Hollywood starlet with a winter-time spray tan.

Remember back in the 90s when hot stone massage first became popular?  It was the only kind of massage anyone was getting at the time, but sadly it seems to haven fallen by the wayside.  I cannot figure out why because it is one of the most deeply relaxing experiences I have ever had, and those heated stones on tight frigid winter bodies is like manna from heaven.  Here at Spascape we still offer an awesome hot stone massage that will give you all the benefits of a deep tissue massage without any of the pain or discomfort.  If you haven't ever treated yourself to a hot stone massage now is the perfect time to indulge in this ultimate pampering.

Hot Toddy for the Body - even the name of it sounds divine and once you actually experience it you will know for sure that it is heaven sent.  First a concoction of cinnamon, orange, and clove warms your body and brightens weary skin as it is massaged in.   Then it is followed by a lavender mint rub that will soothe aching muscles and lift your spirits.  Hot Toddy for the Body is truly the ultimate in sensual experience.  

An Ultra-sonic facial is a must-have for those who are serious about their skincare.  An ultra-sonic facial uses (pain free) low-frequency sound waves to make the anti-aging products exfoliate better and penetrate better so that you are guaranteed increased collagen and elasticity. The facial is finished off with micro-amp therapy leaving your skin balanced, vibrant, and plump and glowing.  An ultra-sonic facial is definitely something to be experienced!

Doesn't all that sound positively exciting?!  How are you ever going to choose which treatment to get with your gift certificate?  Well, when you figure it out give us a call (781)545-1200.

new at Spascape

 

Here at Spascape Day Spa "innovative" is our middle name.  Our spa owner and intrepid leader Deb Larson is continually thinking about what to do to make the spa better.  There is always something to add, subtract, upgrade or tweak that will put us on the cutting edge of the local spa scene.  And so it is that there are a few new things here at Spascape that you'll want to know all about:

#1  Our space for nail services has doubled!  This is because Deb has bought and installed in a separate room two giant professional pedicure chairs with spas.  Our original nail room is now taken up by manicure tables and the pedicure chairs are housed in a cozy room off to the side.  For your Spascape pedicure you will be able to lounge in a cushy chair with your feet in a whirlpool of whooshing jets.  Aaaaah.

#2  We have a new menu!  We will still offer all of our old services but now there are even more treatments to delight in.  The new menu features facials from the sea including:  Sea of Life Anti-Oxidant Fascial, Sensitive Sea Facial, and Sea-Sational Eye Treatment.  The facials from the sea are all done with the ultra healing Osea marine-based skincare and the special Osea method of performing a facial (for more info on Osea, see posting Osea is here).  

There is also a whole new section of body treatments from the sea - also featuring Osea products and application.  How does Healing Sea Cocoon, Sea Rose and Lavender Cocoon, and Organic Undaria Body Polish sound?  Fabulous right!?!  

And just to balance things out we have also added a clinical facial to the menu - the advanced skincare Wrinkle Release facial by Glymed which includes ultrasonic treatment.  There is certainly something for everyone on this new menu.

#3  Shhhhhh.....don't tell anyone yet but Deb has just bought a super-luxe hydrotherapy tub!  It hasn't even been installed yet  but I thought you'd like to know so that you can have something else to look forward to.  Imagine adding hydrotherapy to a facial or massage - throw in some Osea seaweed soak and you've got a treatment worthy of the most comprehensive destination spa.

It's all pretty tremendous wouldn't you say?  Give us a call and book an appointment to come in and experience some of the newness for yourself, and buy a gift certificate for your loved one to come in for the new pampering too.  Tis the season! (781)545-1200 

5 ways to detox for the flu season

 

Like it or not cold and flu season is here and we need to do whatever we can to stay healthy.  Everyone knows about vitamin C and washing your hands but from a spa perspective there are a few more things we could be doing.

1.  For lymphatic drainage and energy detox give your body a dry brushing every morning before you shower.  Using a bristled body brush or exfoliating mitt, brush your body all over with upward, circular strokes.  Dry brushing feels so amazing and invigorating that you will look forward to getting out of bed in the morning.

2.  Whenever you start to feel run down, or even once or twice a week for maintenance, take a nice hot detox bath with epsom salts.  For additional healing throw in some essential oils such as BC Essentials Flu Fighter blend or even their Stress Relief or Aches & Pains blend - we've got them all here at Spascape Day Spa.

3.  Massage is an excellent way to keep your body healthy and prevent any sickness.  Not only that but if you come in to Spascape fifteen minutes early for your massage you can use the steamroom.  Steamrooms have been medically proven to eliminate toxins, and improve your circulation so the steam, combined with a nice releasing massage, will be sure to set you right.

4.  Spascape is proud to carry the exclusive Infinite Health & Wellness Homeopathic Flu Remedy.  This formula was created by Spascape's own Homeopathic/Integrative Wellness Practitioner Kathleen Ogar.  After years of research Kathleen has come up with a preventative formula that you take once a day, just like you would a vitamin, to build your body's own natural immune system.

5.  A detox bath that you will be sure to luxuriate in is Osea Gigartina Beauty Bath.  Not only is it stunningly packaged in a tall glass cylinder but the soothing therapeutic properties are not to be believed. Seaweed and marine products are the ultimate in natural detoxification and the Gigartina bath in particular is proported to be like taking a bath in freshseaweed (not the washed-ashore stinky seaweed and not the diluted or chemical-laden stuff you can unintentionally end up buying).  Osea harvests strictly the purest organic seaweed from the pristine waters of Patagonia so not only will this bath relax your body but it can be used as a preventative measure to help keep colds and flus at bay.

The next time you get a scratchy throat or stuffy nose pop your vitamin C and come by Spascape for some detox delight (781)545-1200 

 

5 things you may not know about Spascape

 

After coming to Spascape Day Spa for years, you may think you know everything there is to know about us.  You know we have a steam room, you know our services and treatments are consistently top notch, and you know it is the place to come to buy the finest quality professional makeup and skincare.  But our spa owner and intrepid leader Deb Larson is constantly developing innovative ways to make Spascape the very best that it can be, so rarely are we in complete stasis, and rarely is there nothing new to report.

Just to prove my point here is a list of 5 things you may not know about Spascape:

1.  You can buy gift certificates for the spa online at our website www.spascapedayspa.com  This will be particularly useful information to have around the holidays when you are running around like a chicken with your head cut off.  Just think how easy it would be to be sitting at your home computer at one o'clock in the morning, and with a few clicks of the button purchase a day of pampering for your friends or family.

2.  Spascape is now open until 8pm on Wednesday and Thursday nights.  This means you can make your appointment right at 8 - perfect for night owls and clients with super hectic days.

3.  Our esthetican Linda Baron has been #1 in sales and service for the past few weeks so keep this in mind when you go to book your next facial or leg wax.  She is conscientious, talented, reliable, and extremely well informed.

4.  Spascape now has a customer appreciation referral program.  If you refer someone to us and they come in, we will take $5 off their service as well as take $5 off your service whenever you come in.  This can really add up if you send everyone you know our way.

5.  We just started carrying a few Jan Marini products.  One of the forerunners in professional spa skincare, Jan Marini is famous for her vitamin C serum - which we now carry - and her anti-aging eye care - which we also now carry.  When you think of anti-aging skincare, think of Jan Marini and think of Spascape Day Spa.

If any of this has inspired you feel free to stop on by or give us a call.  We would be happy to hear from you! (781)545-1200