Summer Hair Heat Tip

Summer hair heat tip: Remember to protect your hair and your color while in the sun with either a hat or a hair product like Redken Color Extend Sun Solar Screen SPF12. It's suitable for both natural and treated haircolor!

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Features and Benefits of Facials

Traditionally regarded as a “beauty” only service, facials are quickly becoming a regular part of maintaining healthy skin.

As the largest organ of the body, the skin’s job is to protect the body from foreign objects, to release toxins and to absorb valuable oxygen and moisture. Regular professional facials along with a healthy diet will have your skin looking terrific and functioning at peak performance.

Professional facials are deep skin treatments that achieve more than any at home regimen can.

Professional facials will do the following:

deeply cleanse

rehydrate

rejuvenate

minimize blemishes

reduce acne

regulate the immune system / reduce fluid buildup. – Facials aid in blood circulation which assists lymphatic drainage.

detoxify and exfoliate the skin. – The outer layer of skin is made up of dead skin cells and pollutants. Removing this layer allows the skin to absorb moisture for a healthy glow.

relieve stress/ lessen the appearance of wrinkles - The facial massage relaxes facial muscles

keeping wrinkles at bay.

There are many types of facials to suit skin needs. Consult with your skin care specialist for the best facial for you.

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Features and Benefits of Massage

Massage has been around since the Ancient Greek and Roman times. Massage has the power to not only heal, but the power to prevent many common ailments. Traditionally thought of as a luxury, massage is now considered a necessary part of maintaining a healthy body.

The following features and benefits of massage will have you realizing it’s time to make massage part of your life.

Massage has been around since the Ancient Greek and Roman times. Massage has the power to not only heal, but the power to prevent many common ailments. Traditionally thought of as a luxury, massage is now considered a necessary part of maintaining a healthy body.

The following features and benefits of massage will have you realizing it’s time to make massage part of your life.

Alleviates Stress *

Alleviates pain and improve range of motion

Eases medication dependency

Enhances immunity – stimulates the Lymph flow which is the body’s defense system

Assists with weak muscles

Helps prepare the body for and recover from heavy workouts

Improves skin

Increases joint flexibility

Improves circulation by pumping oxygen and nutrients into tissues and other vital organs

Releases endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers

Relieves migraine pain

Reduces premenstrual symptoms

* It may be unrealistic to eliminate all stress, but with experts estimating that 85 – 90% of disease is stress related, kicking stress to the curb is a worthwhile goal. Also, nothing ages us internally and externally as much as high stress. Reducing stress will lead to:

Decreased anxiety

Better concentration

Increased circulation

Reduced fatigue

Better sleep

More energy

Massage has also been known to have positive results for the following:

Arthritis suffers

Burn victims

High blood pressure patients

Asthmatic children

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Tips on Tipping

When it comes to tipping, how much is enough or too little? What is appropriate for outstanding service versus regular? Do you tip the gentleman holding the door, then the driver, then the other doorman? Should I carry a pocket full of singles on a daily basis? Goodness! Where do you draw the line? Here are some general guidelines surrounding the etiquette of tipping.

When dinning at a restaurant you consider standard and casual you should expect to leave tips around 15% of your bill. This goes for breakfast, lunch and dinner; whether you had a salad or a steak. If service was particularly good, take that into account and let the tip reflect it. When eating at a place that offers self-service options, you can leave less since you're doing the work.

At a fine dinning restaurant tips for your waiter should be at or surpassing 20%. Service tends to be more complex and the quality of your experience is higher. If you are covering the bill for a large party, the tip is often included, but if your stay was above and beyond the norm let your head waiter's tip reflect it.

When you do go out to an up-scale restaurant there will often be many other people besides your server involved. Doormen, a coat-check, Valet, Maitre d' and possibly a Sommelier all play their respective roles that garner tips. For doormen and coat-check positions a dollar or two is standard. If it's raining or a taxi is called adjust accordingly. If the valet parked your car in a good spot or was particularly timely exceeding five dollars is okay, otherwise that is sufficient. As far as the maitre d' is concerned their primary job is to welcome you, seat you and maybe check in later in your meal. Often a smile is all they receive. However, if it is your first time in a particular restaurant a tip after being seated will make you a remembered guest for future visits. If you are a regular at a favorite spot, a small tip and warm "thank you as always" is often exchanged on the way out. Five to ten dollars is customary, fifteen or more is generous. If you are a lover of wine conversing with a Sommelier is a must. Discussing what you plan to eat and requesting the proper pour will only enhance your night out. Sommeliers are incredibly knowledgeable and welcome assisting or answering your questions. A tip of 10% of the wine costs is standard, but consider 15% or more when ordering multiple bottles or receiving extraordinary suggestions/service. Always tip bartenders at least 15% of your bill. Other staff members such as bathroom attendants usually get a dollar or two depending on your interaction. If you stained your shirt or need aspirin for a headache, these people are life savers.

If you were drinking, or are out of town and traveling by taxi, leave your driver 15% of the total fee. If you are at an airport or hotel and the driver assists you with your bags go a little further. When you are late for work and a driver hustles through traffic, show your appreciation!

All of these people are working hard for you, trying to make your stay as smooth as possible. Nothing is better than be recognized for your work, so when you go out and have a great time, be sure to take care of the people that are making it happen.

Fun Facts-Fall/Winter

Commonly Asked Beauty Questions

What is an antioxidant and why will it help my skin?

An antioxidant is a nutrient that stops the harmful effects of free radicals. When an antioxidant and free radical come in to contact the free radical is stopped dead in its tracks and cannot cause further damage. This helps your skin as free radicals if left to cause damage age the skin.

Why does my makeup ware off by noon???

The # 1 rule of make up application is cream on cream , powder on powder.
Most people do not realize that makeup must have a base to grab on to. If you are using a powder shadow or blush and do not have a powder base, it will be off by noon. This is because the oils in your skin e or the moisture in you foundation will soak up the powder products. So before you use your powder colors set your face with a powder of choice. Oppositely if you are using cream colors you must have a cream base to work on or they will become streaky and uneven. Always remember your base must be the same as your products then you will have makeup that lasts all day.

Stay tuned for more Fun Facts on health, beauty, fashion, hair and more! And don't forget our Savings Card's and Gift Certificates for less this holiday season! Swing by http://www.salonandspapromotions/ for the perfect gift this time of year or any time of year!

Happy Holiday's from Salon and Spa Promotions! We wish you days that are merry and bright!

Just in Time for the Holidays, Exciting News from Salon and Spa Promotions!

Salon and Spa Promotions is proud to announce the launch of our new website, which is live today! This has truly been a large undertaking as S and S got a whole overhaul and and a new face lift. We are happy to say that this new version of our site is by far, more user friendly and will help you find what you are looking for, fairly quickly.

Not only can you find great deals on a new salon, you can also view our featured salon, find gift certificates for less or even view current trends in beauty and fashion! Are you a salon looking to build your business? You can join our program right on our website! Or maybe you are a stylist looking for a job....check out our job listings.

So swing by and check us out now. Email us with feedback. We at Salon and Spa Promotions would love to hear from you! And starting Monday, look for our new commercials! Salon and Spa Promotions, premium salon services for less!

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You need to grow your business and SalonAndSpaPromotions.com knows how to make it happen!

SALON AND SPA PROMOTIONS.COM BLOG – AUGUST, 2009


You need to grow your business and SalonAndSpaPromotions.com knows how to make it happen.

With SalonAndSpaPromotions.com you can discover what the most successful salons and spas already know – the best way to increase your bottom line is promotion, promotion, promotion.

Here are some of the most effective promotional strategies used by highly successful businesses:

1. Promotional Pricing
2. Referral Programs
3. Reward Programs

1. Promotional Pricing

New salon owners are often surprised to learn that their biggest competitors – even large, upscale salons – consistently offer special pricing to entice new clients. The most successful businesses know once a client is sold on services, they will return again and again – at full price. But, first, you must get them in the door!

SalonAndSpaPromotions.com provides a special pricing tool that drives business to you – our 50% off Savings Card. The Savings Card offers an entire menu of services at 50% off to first-time clients.

Use the SalonAndSpaPromotions.com Savings Card to expand business with existing clients too. For all those clients who come to you for just one or two services, now is the time to promote your business by introducing them to additional services with the Savings Card.

Both you and your clients win: you increase your business; clients save as they try services new to them.

Fact You Need to Know: 61% of potential clients try a new business on promotional pricing only.(ref. A.C. Neilson)



2. Referral Programs

Word of mouth is the best source of business, so don’t be shy, ask your clients to spread the word. You know they like your services and a satisfied customer is a great testimonial. Remember, too, most people like to be helpful but may not think to tell others about you. They just need a little nudge. Ask! They’ll be happy to tell their family and friends about you.

When a client does send business your way, be sure to say “Thank you,” for the referral. SalonAndSpaPromotions.com helps you create effective referral programs that show your appreciation.

Fact You Need to Know: Word of mouth accounts for 65% of all new business. (ref. A.C. Neilson)

3. Reward Programs

A good reward program increases business. Reward programs fosters client loyalty, encourage clients to try new products or services, and say, “Thanks for your business.” Today’s economy is scary and competition is fierce. That makes it more important than ever to show your clients that you are grateful they chose you.

SalonAndSpaPromotions.com creates reward programs that give clients added value and we tailor reward programs to your marketing needs.




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Watch for a future blog on self promotion:
“Self-Promotion – The Best Promotional Tool is You”