SERENE Magazine - WINTER 2013

SERENE VOLUME 4

WINTER 2013

magazine

SHIFTING TO A

ZEST

PERSPECTIVE!

SPECIAL WINTER EVENTS massage therapy skin care nail care

WHAT’SHAPPENING? THE LATEST NEWS AND EVENTS THAT ARE OCCURRING AT THE BODY SERENE.

Question&Answers with MIRA SALON

LETTER FROM ROSEANNE I propose that this New Year we view aspects of our lives that we want to transform from a ZEST PERSPECTIVE. What is a “Zest Perspective”? A perspective of our lives that represents what we want with a passion!

We have all spent Januaries setting resolutions that always seem like admonishments of our current situations. Lose weight, fix relationships, stop “fill in the blank”ing and so on.

Seems to me it feels more motivating to embrace my health, relish the amazing people I’m surrounded by and accept the exciting challenges that life has to offer!

I’ve been privileged to have met many cancer patients over this last year and there has been on constant theme to each and everyone’s perspective…GRATITUDE. They all felt so blessed by their families, friends and caregivers. They also felt lucky to have the perspective on life that is only afforded to those of us who have been faced with a terrifying diagnosis.

I will begin 2013 in gratitude for an amazing team at The Body Serene! Our team understands the importance of helping our community transform themselves through body work, skin and nail care and time spent together in a relaxing and serene atmosphere.

We will spend our time creating precious and valuable experiences that help shift your perspectives this year and beyond!

Thanks,

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SERENE magazine

Editor/Writer Designer

ROSEANNE KLEMENTISZ JOSHUA SEASHOLTZ

Contributors

THE BODY SERENE DAY SPA MIRA SALON TINY TENNIS CENTER AUDRA LINGERIE BOUTIQUE SPA CELLS GLYMED Questions and feedback:

4007 Skippack Pike • Skippack, PA 19474 Phone: 610.584.7284 Fax: 610.584.8098 Email: relax@thebodyserene.com Online: www.thebodyserene.com/serenemagazine

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Letter from Roseanne

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What’s Happening!

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Product Spotlights

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Team Spotlight

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SERENE News

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Q&A with Mira Salon

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SERENE Cards

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Roseanne welcomes the community to the latest issue of SERENE Magazine.

This Winter Season the Body Serene Day Spa is hosting a number of events with help from TINY TENNIS CENTER & AUDRA LINGERIE BOUTIQUE.

Spa Cells Facial Sponge & GlyMed’s Eyelash Power Treatment are profiled.

Body Serene’s Michele Smith and Nicole Ogden are profiled by SERENE Magazine.

Latest news and offers from The Body Serene Day Spa

Mira Salon’s owner Barb Stratton explains some hair treatments that will help you look your best over the winter months.

The Body Serene Gift Cards are now available for the holidays.

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THE BODY SERENE

WHAT’SHAPPENING

Check out these awesome events taking place at The Body Serene Day Spa in the next coming months!

Body Serene Teams Up for “Pamper and Play” WITH THE TINY TENNIS CENTER! A full time tennis professional with over twenty years of experience, Jill Walker was inspired to open the center in 2010 after participating in preschool programs and running summer programs. She found a great location right by the Skippack Playcrafter’s theatre and has been a wonderful addition to our community! Tiny Tennis has also added a second location in Limerick which will allow them to handle the 10 year old and under groups!

ABOUT TINY TENNIS CENTER The Tiny Tennis Center was created with the goal of introducing more children ages 2-6 and their families to a sport of a lifetime. They understand the importance of what children experience at that age and the impact it can have on their future both emotionally and physically. At the Tiny Tennis Center you can always expect to deal with professional, caring coaches and staff that truly enjoy and want the best for your children.

Check them out at www.tinytenniscenter.com.

SO, HOW DOES OUR PAMPER AND PLAY PROGRAM WORK? Have your kids enjoy a few hours at the Tiny Tennis Center while you cross the street to enjoy a few services at The Body Serene!

The cost is $10/hour at the Tiny Tennis Center and The Body Serene will give you $10 off any 2 pampering services!

PAMPER AND PLAY DATE IS MARCH 22ND.

We are also adding in a “DATE NIGHT” just in time for Valentine’s Day! On February 13 from 5pm-9pm enjoy $10/hour play time for your child while you and your significant other enjoy some spa time together!

As Jill Walker says, “It’s such a unique opportunity and partnership! We’re making both Mom and child happy!”

CALL BODY SERENE (610-584-7284) FOR DETAILS!

Body Serene Beauty Event!

WITH AUDRA LINGERIE BOUTIQUE Just in time for Spring’s arrival and we team up with AUDRA LINGERIE BOUTIQUE! Please join us on MARCH 6 FROM 5pm-8pm for an evening of fun, beauty, brassieres and relaxation!

ABOUT AUDRA LINGERIE BOUTIQUE YET ANOTHER AMAZING ADDITION TO SKIPPACK! Audra Lingerie Boutique invites customers to explore their lovely array of lingerie, bras, panties, camisoles, pajamas & lounge wear, shape wear, hosiery and swimwear. They have a beautiful and comfortable atmosphere where personal service is given to every customer. Audra Boutique is located at 4063 Skippack Pike and please visit them at www.audralingerie.com for more information about their wonderful offerings! We are so excited to partner with Paula and her staff for this great event!

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JOIN US TO ENJOY: • C omplimentary Jane Iredale makeup application featuring beautiful colors for the Spring Season!

• C omplimentary Glymed mini facial and consult for achieving great skin after winter!

• C omplimentary Bra fittings by Audra staff so you can achieve your best look for Spring Fashions!

• Valuable offers and Raffles for great prizes!

• R efreshments and lots of fun!

SPACES ARE LIMITED, PLEASE CALL 610-584-7284 TO RESERVE YOUR TIME!

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHTS

WE OFFER AMAZING PRODUCTS TO COMBAT THE HARSH EFFECTS OF WINTER! SPA CELL FACIAL SPONGE

Our customers who have tried this product can’t live without it!

This revolutionary facial sponge not only cleans and removes make-up, but exfoliates and massages your skin, stimulating blood and lymph flow to decrease puffiness, eliminate toxins and promote cellular regeneration. Use daily for softer, smoother, younger-looking skin.

Features two textures of Stimulite®: one for cleansing and exfoliating and the other for massaging. Naturally antifungal, antibacterial and allergen free. SpaCells come with instructions for giving yourself a 5-minute rejuvenating facial.

GLYMED EYELASH POWER TREATMENT

The perfect foil for the drying effects of cold weather environments on our precious lashes!

Use Eyelash Power Treatment once a day for brittle, weak, thin or short lashes and eyebrows. The advanced peptides in Eyelash Power Treatment have been clinically proven to stimulate keratin genes, which in turn helps extend the anagen (growth) phase of eyelashes.

Additionally, Eyelash Power Treatment strengthens the root of lashes by preventing the stiffening of collagen around the hair follicle, one of the predominant causes of premature falling of eyelash hair.

TEAM SPOTLIGHT Michele Smith Michele joined our team in 2004 and has been an indispensable part of our guest services ever since!

Michele has always been involved in customer service and prior to joining the Body Serene she had worked at a manufacturing company.

Michele lives in Gilbertsville with her loving husband and her two active boys, ages 10 and 13. She loves her family time and when she does get some to herself she enjoys reading mystery books.

This year, in addition to her time spent at the front desk, Michele is taking over our very important inventory management position! Her focus and attention to detail will be so appreciated by everyone on our team!

Michele enjoys the interaction with our guests and team members and she is a great problem solver. She says she loves everything about the Body Serene from her coworkers and atmosphere to our guests. “I’m always glad to see people coming in happy to see us and leaving happy to have been here!” We are always happy to see her walk through our door!

Nicole Ogden Nicole joined our guest services team in March of 2011 and are we happy she did! Nicole is originally from South Williamsport, Pa. and she moved to our area after graduating from Lock Haven University with a dual degree in Elementary and Special Education in 2006.

After teaching in the Norristown School District, she joined the staff at Skippack Elementary in 2008. In addition to her full time position at the school and her time her at the spa, she also finished her Master’s Degree from Penn State University this past December! We are all so proud of her!

In her very rare downtime Nicole loves to shop, entertain, and visit friends. She also loves to go down the shore in the summer.

“I enjoy communicating with Body Serene guests because I love to hear their stories. I also enjoy hearing the positive feedback after they have received their services!”

Nicole says that she also likes how being at the spa helps her feel relaxed. “I’m not one to relax easily and the positive atmosphere helps me to de-stress.” We love having Nicole be part of our team!

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SERENE news

SERVICE PROMOTIONS We have been thinking of new ways to enhance each experience at The Body Serene. These next few months we are providing the following add on services at a low cost to take you away to relaxation in each department!

Massage Therapy Warm yourself with our Aromatherapy Massage! Relaxing lavender, ylang ylang and geranium essential oils are used with steamed towels to create a warming and balancing treatment! You will be left feeling centered and rejuvenated! Schedule this service and enjoy $5 Off through March!

Valuable add on! For only $5 enjoy a foort hydration therapy service with any full body massage!

WONDERFUL WEDNESDAYS CONTINUE WITH $10 OFF ANY 60 MINUTE MASSAGE SERVICE!

Skin Care OFF WITH THE OLD AND IN WITH THE NEW! This winter we are featuring our amazing Microdermabrasion Facial! This refining and brightening service is perfect for this time of year and perfect for almost every skin type! ENJOY THIS DEEP CLEANSING FACIAL THROUGH MARCH AT $10 OFF! Awesome add on! Glymed has developed an Anti-Aging Hand Treatment to address the pigmentation, dehydration and age spots on the hands! Take advantage of this beautifying treatment for only $15 when added to a facial service!

Nail Care Wonderful treats for the feets! Warm up those tired aching toes with these amazing Spa Pedicures!

JANUARY: Hot Toddy Spa Pedicures! The products for this delicious treat are infused with a blend of apple cider, lemon wedge, cinnamon, clove and vanilla bean! Enjoy some warm apple cider and sugar cookies while your tension melts away!

FEBRUARY: Everyone loves this service! Chocolate covered Cherry Pedicures! Enjoy a cherry vanilla scrub, chocolate masque and chocolate lotion! Of course the treat is chocolate covered cherries! This is a perfect service to enjoy with someone you love!

MARCH: March those tootsies into the spa to indulge in our Peppermint Patty Spa Pedicure! The scrub is a mixture of eucalyptus, spearmint and lavender that we top off with a chocolate scrub and masque!

Relax and enjoy a scoop of mint chocolate chip ice cream topped with a peppermint patty. Refreshing!

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Questions & ANSWERS WITH BARBARA STRATTON, MIRA SALON Holidays are over, no parties, no get togethers, seems like we haven’t seen the sun in months. Time to pump some life back into you.

Q: I am already bailing on my New Years Resolutions, what can I do to reenergize myself?

A: N ow is the perfect time to reinvent your look. A few subtle changes, like add some face framing lowlights. Go for something dramatic, it’s just a few and will be totally unexpected and fun.

Q: I am feeling blah and dull, I don’t color my hair so what are my options?

A: A clear gloss will revive dull looking winter hair. There is no future commitment as in color change but the results will be noticeable in appearance and feel.

Q: I love my long hair but am sick of the same old look.

A: S ide bangs will change up that tired style. You can do a long heavy bang if the side swept look is not for you. A touch of subtle Ombre color is a fun way to add a little spark to your long style.

Q: My scalp and hair are feeling so dry, what can I do?

A: W inter can be a killer in terms of dryness, the air has less humidity and heat in the home and workplace don’t help. First remember to drink plenty of water, keeping hydrated is good for your skin, scalp, hair and your diet that you abandoned on the 3rd of January.

Scalp treatments are relaxing and good for itchiness, flakiness and sensitivity. We have several options available depending on your needs.

Now for your hair, shampooing every day is not a good plan! No matter how good the product, try to keep it to 2-3 times per week.

Q: Should I use a mask on my hair?

A: A good mask, we love L’Oreal Serie Expert, is great 1-2 times per week. Be sure to condition with every shampoo and you can also leave a drop of conditioner in your hair. Remember not to use conditioner on your scalp, your natural oils keep that part of your hair from looking dry.

Q: Are sulfate free shampoos better for your hair?

A: S ulfate free shampoos are great for colored, finer and more fragile hair. We carry several sulfate free shampoos.

Q: I have heard of shampoos that have conditioner in them, what type of hair are they good for?

A: C leansing balms are about 2/3 conditioner and 1/3 shampoo.

They are great for coarse, dry and especially curly hair. L’Oreal has an especially nice one, keeps my unruly hair under control.

4007 Skippack Pike Skippack, PA 19474 Phone: 610.584.6100 Web: www.mirasalon.net

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Gift Cards for the Holidays!

BODY SERENE GIFT CARDS Show your appreciation for all this winter/ spring season! A Body Serene Gift Card wraps them in an embrace of wellness, fun and pampering!

Call, or go online to order a great big “I Love You!”!

ALL OFFERS ARE AVAILABLE AT: The Body Serene • 4007 Skippack Pike, Skippack, PA 19474 • 610.584.7284 • www.thebodyserene.com