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

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!

celebrating 100

 

It is doubtful anyone will be as excited as I am, but just so you know this is my 100th posting on my blog.  100!!!  I think that is cause for celebration so if you print this post up on your printer or pull it up on your (internet) phone and bring it in to Spascape Day Spa you will receive $10 off any 1 full hour service!  How's that for fun!?

And because I'm in a rah-rah mood I'm going to write about all that is particularly blogworthy at the spa lately.

We have a new esthetician Mary Foster who will be exclusively at our Duxbury location.  Mary is a highly trained medical esthetician thus she is perfect for the plastic surgeon's office where we are located.  Stay tuned for the 411 on her later....

Spascape is enjoying a very nontypical winter rush lately.  We are busy busy busy and Deb claims it is because everyone is catching on to the superior products we use here.

Our busy busy bookings are also no doubt due to our superior technicians.  In particular Linda Baron is our star on the rise esthetician.  Look to her for an excellent wax job, an absolutely pro facial,  and bend her ear on any skincare questions or concerns - she is highly informed.  In fact, Linda is thinking of branching out and specializing in acneic skin care so if you know anyone with bad acne Linda is the esthetician to see.

And still in demand is Gereth my favorite go to gal for massage.  She is thorough, detail oriented, deeply relaxing, and attentive.  She has certainly got that magic touch - and she works for it!

Our Pine Hills location is having a sale you won't want to miss out on.  All sweaters, scarves and winter wear is 30% off!  There still some cute stuff left but we want to make room for all the exciting new springs things that are starting to trickle in.  Keep an eye out!

Spascape is one of the few places where you can find Environ professional skincare and we are all fortunate to have access to it.  In my humble opinion, we should all be using Environ skincare at night. Environ is the best professional retinol skincare suitable for all skin types and I can practically gaurantee your skin will never look better.  Stop by and ask one of our estheticans for a recommendation on which product is right for you.

So there you have it, all the blogworthy bits and pieces here at Spascape.  I hope you have been enjoying our blog so far and for a trip down memory lane, and to refresh your knowledge, click on the category to the right titled "favorite Posts". (781)545-1200

the ultimate pedicure with Danielle

 

I had my first pedicure at Spascpae Day Spa the other day and my feet came out satiny and glowing like pearls .   Danielle, the main nail tech at Spascape, was meticulous and conscientious and gave the most thorough pedicure I have ever had.  It was pampering at its best!

As I sat in the harbor-view nail room, Danielle soaked my feet in a giant bowl that looked like it was made of sea glass.  Then, and I had never had this done before, she slathered callous remover cream on my callouses.   Of course there was also the usual clipping, filing, and cuticle nipping, all done with the skill of a true perfectionist.

Another added bonus was the nourishing mask for my feet and after that soaked off Danielle made a valiant effort not to tickle me as she buffed the callouses off the bottom of my feet.  I am super duper ticklish but Danielle was able to get a lot more done than anyone I've ever been to before.

While she worked away at my feet, we chatted and I asked Danielle what I could do about all the terrible ridges in my nails.  She recommended hydrating them with vitamin E oil, like the Solar Oil which we sell at Spascape.  She said the real secret to it (and this is confidential nail tech information) is to also apply the oil underneath the nails as well.  Interesting, I'm definitely going to try it.

My favorite part of the pedicure was when Danielle took out a big sea shell full of course-grain sea salt, mixed it with a little oil, and gave me the foot massage of my life.  That girl is strong!  I completely felt my tension melting away.  Afterwards she wrapped my feet in warm, essential oil scented towels for a truly sensuous experience.

While Danielle did a fastidious job painting my toes she explained how she also loves to do nail art - it's her creative outlet. With a hand that never wavers, she can paint your nails to look like little watermelons (so cute!),  piano keys, Indian-style henna art, and even portraits of Michael Jackson.  There's not usually much call for that kind of work at Spascape but I bet if you asked her she could do a lovely flower on your big toe.

 

All-in-all my feet came out looking perfect and the experience was memorable - far from the average pedicure.  Now it's your turn to give us a call  and book a mani and/or pedi with Danielle (781)545-1200

magical massage with Kerry

 

 

There is something magically relaxing about getting a massage from Kerry.  I don't know how she does it but she had me in a puddle.  I couldn't even focus on my business meeting afterward (learning point:  do not schedule anything important after a massage with Kerry) and it lasted the entire day too.

I arrived at Spascape Day Spa fifteen minutes early for my massage so I could use the steam room to help relax and detox me, but it was really Kerry who worked wonders.  I had told her that I keep most of my stress and tension in my shoulders and neck and she did a phenomenal job of staying focused on those areas.  She really got in there to those hard to reach places on the neck, and actually enabled me to let go of that tough to treat tension.

And it's not just me who thinks Kerry is magnificently relaxing.  She is known around here for her deeply penetrating serenity and calm.  It may initially feel like an average massage but there is nothing average about the way you feel when you walk out of her room.  I don't know what her secret is but believe me she will make you melt.

I highly recommend calling to book a massage with Kerry.  And also don't forget that this Friday November 5  is Girl's Night Out (see posting another Girl's Night Out) - the perfect opportunity to book express services at reduced prices - you won't want to miss out!  (781) 545-1200

another Girl's Night Out

 

The first Friday of every month Spascape Day Spa has a Girl's Night Out and you can believe me when I say this is something you'll want to take advantage of.

We call it a Girl's Night Out because it is a lovely opportunity to be social if you wish - there are light refreshments served in out gorgeous harbor-view relaxation lounge.  But if you choose to come alone it is the perfect opportunity to indulge in all things girly ie. multiple mini services at reduced prices.   At Spascape Girl's Night you can have it all - express-pedi, express-massage, express-facial - without breaking the bank.  We can even squeak in a quick brow wax if you wish.

The spa has been so busy lately (what recession !?!) that I would recommend calling ASAP to book your Girl's Night appointments.  Remember it's this Friday November 5th so coordinate your calendars with your mom, your sis, your bff, your colleagues,  and choose your services.  Express manicure is only $15, express pedicure only $30, express massage is only $40, and an express facial is only $40.  Fun! Fun! Fun!

Some of Spascape's super-star technicians will be on hand to ensure that you get the best treatments possible and Deb Larson, our spa owner and fearless leader will be there too.  She likes to hang out in the reception area and chat with everyone so if you have any questions about anything spa related now would be a good time to hit her up - she is like the Oprah of the South Shore spa scene.

So remember, call soon (the mani and pedi appointments book up especially fast) and we will look forward to seeing you this Friday!  (781)545-1200.

 

comforting care

 

Now that Fall is here and Winter is on its way I am instinctively drawn to all things comforting and cozy.   I have found all the nurturing I am looking for in Farmesthetics skin and body care, and the fact that it is 100% natural sustainable beauty makes me all the more reassured.

"The seeds of Farmaesthetics were sown many years ago in the kitchen of a Texas farmhouse", says founder and formulator Brenda Brock. The daughter of a 7th generation farming family from Texas, Brenda's skincare recipes blend the "kitchen chemistry" of her rural farming heritage with the modern science of cosmetic manufacturing."  

I find tremendous solace in that statement because to me there is nothing quite like the healing that nature provides.  And today I'd like to focus on a few of their products that are especially appropriate for these cold, dry, Winter months:

First of all, you are probably going to want to switch your lighter-weight facial moisturizer for something a bit richer and more hydrating.  If there's one pet peeve I have it's puckery dehydrated skin - it's what ages you more than anything else.  I look at it and see the skin just crying out for soothing quenching relief.  But enough of the mellow drama - just come into Spascape Day Spa and buy some of Farmesthetics Nourishing Herbal Cream.  This luscious nurturing cream restores elasticity and vibrancy so there is no more of that crepeyness.  It is actually a powerful anti-aging moisturizer and the perfect Winter skincare solution for most skin types.

During the cold and flu season healthcare's focus is all about prevention.  From a holistic approach one of the best ways to do this is to take detox baths.  At the very first niggling signs of a cold you can plop yourself right down into a steaming bath that is prepared with Farmesthetics Solar Salt Mineral Bath.  These sea salts dried in the sun will leech out any toxins from your system.  Additionally this soak has herbs and essential oils to help relax your muscles and clear your sinuses.  It is beauty bathing with a purpose.

Now if you have taken your detox bath and still come down with the flu, you will want to invest in some Farmesthetics Deep Lavender Rub.  This soothing, all natural version of Vick's Vapo Rub utilizes the heat-producing essential oils of ginger, rosemary & eucalyptus to relax & release upper respiratory tightness due to colds, allergies, stress or asthma.  And it was actually Voted "Favorite Product" by Spa Magazine's beauty editors & named "Best in New England" by Yankee.

And lastly, I cannot get through these Winter months without a tub of Farmesthetics Hand to Heel Softening Salve in my bedside table.  Not only does it contain the healing ingredients of calendula and beeswax (good for burns too!) but it goes the extra mile in hydrating dry chapped skin.  I slather it on my feet every night, often putting on some socks over it so that my body heat will help the product to penetrate deeper, working it's healing magic all the better.

Those are some of the golden goodies that you may want to pick up in our retail boutique but also, FYI, we give amazing Farmesthetics facials at Spascape.  In particular, I am a huge fan of their Rosehip and Clay Mask which, depending on how you apply it, is suitable for all skin types.  It is deeply cleansing, soothing, and calming, and gives the skin what I can only describe as a happy glow.  Linda, one of our long-time estheticians,  is a big believer in the Farmesthetics facial and has been giving them for years.  When you call to book your facial you may want to request her specifically (781) 545-1200.

acupuncture at Spascape

 

At Spascape Day Spa we are all about health and wellness - we don't just want to make you look good but feel good as well.   Which is why we are so excited to add acupuncture to our list of services offered.

In our true spirit of excellence we have partnered up with acupuncturist Caroline Berry.  Caroline's reputation and credentials are both impeccable.  She has a M.S. in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine and a B.S. in biology from Loyola College. She is certified and licensed by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine and designated a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). 

If you've never had acupuncture you don't know what you are missing.  Over the years I have used it to treat depression, anxiety, weight gain, addiction, chronic fatigue, and nowadays peri-menopausal symptoms.  As you can see it is very much a holistic approach, treating not just the body but the mind as well.  And yes, I still see my Western medicine doctor and take prescribed medications but Traditional Chinese Medicine is the perfect adjunct to whatever you are working on with you regular doctor.  Of course you can go as natural as you want because acupuncture enables the body to heal itself.  It can effect your blood pressure, body temperature, immune system, and release your body's own natural painkillers.  It can treat everything from infertility to the common cold, working your entire body on many different levels.  Caroline can even do an acupuncture facial that stimulates collagen production, firms skin tone, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, and even lifts those saggy eyelids and double chins.

So how does acupuncture work?  Well, in a nutshell this is it:  according to Traditional Chinese Medicine you have many invisible channels of energy running through your body called meridians.  The meridians direct the qi (pronounced chee) which is your life force.  Sometimes the qi can get blocked or backed up, some areas may get depleted or stagnated and this can in turn lead to disharmony and dis-ease in the body mind and spirit.  Here is where your acupuncturist comes in.  After an intensive consultation and analysis they will tap into your meridians with the needles, at very specific points, to help regulate the flow of qi and help your body return to normal. 

Traditional Chinese medicine is actually extremely complex, and yet at the same time is connected to nature and the natural homeostasis of things .  Acupuncture is a big part of TCM but there are other modalities as well.  Such as cupping.  At Spascape Caroline will also offer cupping sessions.  Cupping is excellent for relieving pain and congestion and drawing out toxins.  Usually it is done on your back, where small heated glass cups make a vacuum on your skin.  It's like they suck all the bad stuff right out AND it's doesn't hurt.  Yay.   A session only takes about fifteen minutes so it's quick and easy but the drawback is you are left with purple disks that look like hickeys on your back.  I still think it's totally worth it though because cupping helped me tremendously with my chronic fatigue.

But back to acupuncture.  Let me cut to the chase here and tell you what you really want to know - acupuncture is not really painful.  The needles are super duper thin and tiny and when inserted they feel like a mosquito bite of a pinprick- nothing near like getting a shot (for all you needle-phobes).  And once they are in you don't feel them at all.  As a matter of fact, what you will feel is an overwhelming sense of calm and well-being.  Like all energy work, acupuncture is very peaceful.

We would love to have you come in and experience for yourself all the wonders of acupuncture and cupping, but if you are still a little hesitant feel free to call first with any questions you may have (781)545-1200.

 

Pinehills VIP party

 

   

The party was only supposed to go until 8 pm but when I left at 8:30 it was still going strong. Everyone was having genuine fun at our Spascape Day Spa Pinehills Grand Opening VIP recption and that is all thanks to our spa owner and fearless leader Deb Larson.  Deb is my shero.  She has once again succeeded in putting together a warm, welcoming, almost family-like environment in which we can all relax and be our best selves.  It was an event where professionals, neighbors, and even the bigwigs mixed and
mingled without pretension.  Again, that is a reflection of Deb and her spas:  momentous yet down-to-earth,  and beee-u-tee-ful.  Yes the new Pinehills Spascape is  absolutely gorgeous - and I wouldn't expect anything less from Deb.

When you first walk in the spa's charming French doors you feel like you are on vacation in a luxury resort.  The expansive retail boutique lures you in with it's abundance of glorious goodies.  There are piles of adorable Big Buddha vegan handbags, sumptuous robes and lounge-wear, and the bling of jewelry sparkles at you from virtually every surface.  Of course there are also shelves and shelves of professional skincare and body care that represent Spascape's focus of earth meet sea.  But when you come in a little further and look beyond the  the glitz and glam you can see that the spa is serious about providing serenity and relaxation.  

 Everything is painted in a smooth, comforting sand color that makes you feel cocooned in warmth.  The esthetic beds are the cushiest I've ever felt and the massage rooms are big enough for you to get a side-by-side couple's massage in.  It all makes you go "Aaaaahhhhh."  But I digress, let's get back to the party...... 

There were tons of freebies.  I walked away with free nail polish, lip gloss, exoliators and moisturizers.  The various brand reps were there to talk to the guests about their products:  the awesome GM Collin skincare and Jane Iredale cosmetics were even touting the new products to be launched this Fall - a special sneak preview for all the loyal Spascape fans.  And Cristin, my skincare guru from Environ Skincare, was there giving free consultations.  Environ makes the most ingenious Vitamin A products on the market and she will also be at Pinehills on Monday and Tuesday if you want to have an in-depth complimentary skincare consultation with her.  Environ is THE way to go for any anti-aging concerns and Cristin knows everything about skin, even the most scientific detail there is.

Also on hand were various technicians from the Spascape team.  Many of your favorite estheticians and massage therapists from the other Spascape locations will be putting in some hours at the Pinehills spa.  And as well there will be new, highly trained therapists at Pinehills who I am anxious to try (I gotta get a series of microdermabrasion now that the Summer is over).  I had a good long talk with Gereth (see the posting Great Gereth) who has been massaging over-time at the Scituate spa because she is so popular, and she is extremely excited to be working at the new location now too.  And you know that just says it all - we are, all of, us extremely excited to be a part of Pinehills. 

I know, I know, it sounds like a party you hate to have missed.  But fear not, we are having another Pinehills event this Sunday October 3rd.  It will be an open house from 3-5 pm where there will also be freebies, brand reps, and Spascape team members to check out.  Feel free to swing by and say hi or if you have any questions you can call us at (781) 545-1200.