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There comes a time in every woman’s life when she needs a little bit of pampering, this could be for a special occasion, or it could just be because she deserves to get a little to be fussed over for a while. Whatever the reason for going to a spa for beauty treatments, the whole experience is great fun, so if you want to find a spa near you, here are some tips to help you find the right one.

How do I find a spa?

We’re all busy these days, so sometimes the biggest obstacle to finding good 
beauty spas near you is simply time, or the lack of it, after all, who wants to trek around town looking for a spa on one of their days off? So the answer, ladies, is of course, the internet, because there are lots of spas out there, and most of them have their own website.

That doesn’t help much…

Yes it does! While navigating the world wide web can seem a little daunting, it’s all about where you look for spa deals and what kind of treatments you’re looking for. Try searching for these treatments, like ‘Brazilian blow dry’, ‘Hollywood bikini wax’ or ‘Hot Stone massage’, followed by the area you live in and see what results you get.

Aren’t spas expensive?

Yes and no, the short answer is it depends where you go, as some spas are more exclusive and high end than others. But don’t let this put you off booking spa breaks as there are many city-based spas that provide fantastic treatments at a price that will suit any budget. Many spas also offer spa deals to their customers, so keep an eye out for special promotions.

Maria Aloia, Beauty Treatment Specialist
Beauty Salon, Bedford

I am so excited! Today I received my invitation to the launch of a product I have been waiting AGES for! Since the summer, it has been torture reading all the reviews from all those lucky beauty addicts in America, who have been raving about the benefits of this product and I have wanted it for so long!

So what have I been waiting for? Dermalogica’s Age Reversal Eye Complex! It’s launching end of January and you know I’ll be in the front row of the launch hoping for a free sample. Dermalogica describe it as their “new efficacious eye area treatment with Retinol, created to reverse and repair the multiple signs of ageing”.

The Age Reversal Eye Complex is born into the AGE Smart family and it is going to help reverse wrinkles round the eyes, while using bioactive ingredients to alleviate puffiness, minimise dark circles and restore hydration. Can you see why I am so excited?

Watch this space and come February you’ll be receiving my full report on how great it really is!

Maria Aloia, Beauty Treatment Specialist
www.beautyofbedford.co.uk

I am loving this product right now! This unique waterless moisturiser melts gently into your skin to help restore the skin’s protective barrier that when broken, can lead to sensitive or sensitised skin.  It feels so silky and soothes sore skin. It contains an ingredient called Anti-Ozonate Complex which is used to shield skin from pollution, temperature, stress, and hormonal factors. It also contains Evening Primrose and silicones which strengthens the skin’s natural lipid barrier, protecting you from further assault.

It’s great for those of you that find conventional skincare makes you itchy or red or sore. This is gentle and soothing and suitable for the most sensitive of skins. To top it all, I have also just recently found out, that this product is fantastic for calming frizzy hair, or great used as a make up primer. Thank you Dermalogica for another fantastic multiuse product!

Sabina Ventriglia, Editor & Professional Makeup Artist

Ever heard of Wahanda? No? Well now is the time to get yourself acquainted!

Wahanda is a beauty and wellbeing website offering a HUGE amount of discounts on High End beauty treatments and when I say discounts, I mean DISCOUNTS!

Ever wondered how anyone can justify spending close to £100/200 on a Spa or Salon treatment? Wonder no more, they have probably been on Wahanda!

Covering a vast majority of the UK, you can treat yourself to some top treatments to make you look and feel “fabulous darling!”. Take a look for yourself!

So because of these “mad to miss” opportunities, ESVIE will be providing you with updates to keep you posted with any new offers that Wahanda may have available.

To visit the site and check these offers out for yourself, simply click HERE!

Maria Aloia, Beauty Treatment Specialist
www.beautyofbedford.co.uk

It has been reported that 4 million Brits suffer from stress or anxiety. Be it due to money worries, work stress, or health fears, and the current economic climate has only exasperated the situation.

A Mintel Survey of 2000 consumers found that while the most common form of stress was down to financial worries (40%) only 17% of those polled stated that they were not stressed at all. We are living in stressful times!

It’s important, when suffering from stress, to take time out, to take yourself away from that situation, even if for only a short time. What better form of escapism is there, than visiting your local beauty salon? It’s not just traditional relaxation treatments that are being called upon to help relieve us of all this stress, we are grateful for any distraction! Getting your nails done or even having a haircut, takes us away from the stresses of everyday life, even if it is just for an hour. Of course for total relaxation, why not opt for a relaxing facial, or for a more total body experience, a hot stone massage or a more soothing aromatherapy massage?

Whatever you decide, don’t shun the power of the beauty salon! Not only will you be able to take time out, having a chat in confidence with your beauty therapist, can do you the world of good. You may not want to pour your heart out to a complete stranger on your first meeting, but over time, your beauty therapist could become a vital part of your support network.