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Business expands to open day spa

The Styling Station Salon, a full-service hair salon servicing clientele on the Eastern Shore announced the opening of a full-service day spa. The day spa expansion, called “The Spa Station,” more than doubled the size of the existing salon.

The Spa Station offers clientele a range of day spa services including licensed massage therapy, facial and body treatments, manicure, pedicure and a line of skin care products. The expansion incorporated the addition of a reception area, relaxation lounge and three treatment rooms. The Spa Station will provide a day spa experience with an atmosphere that is serene, peaceful and calm — a true retreat from the outside world, a spokesperson said.

The Styling Station Salon, founded in 2002, is located in the Prodisee Center on Highway 98 in Spanish Fort.

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Gene Juarez Salons & Spas Opened  July 21 in Seattle’s University Village
Company’s ninth salon and spa underscores its growth and industry leadership

Gene Juarez Salons & Spas announced  that its  full service salon and spa located in Seattle’s University Village shopping center will opened July 21. Construction commenced in February on the 8,500-square-foot space that will be the company’s ninth salon and spa, situated in the north building next to Crate & Barrel and within close proximity to fashion retailer H&M.

The salon and spa at University Village is considered the company’s third flagship location, joining the ranks alongside the salons and spas in Downtown Seattle (14,500 square feet) and Bellevue (24,000 square feet).  Hours of operation will be Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Designed by Judith Testani of Testani Design Troupe and structurally executed by Riccardo Cattapan of CMD Architects, the new location features a contemporary, sophisticated design that conveys warmth and a subtle nod to the company’s Pacific Northwest heritage. Deep red accent walls contrasted with finishes of light wood, a lobby fireplace, and a large backlit custom-designed, hand-cut onyx feature wall at the entry area creates a modern yet comfortable space to indulge, relax and rejuvenate.

The hair salon will be of typical scale found in other Gene Juarez Salons & Spas, offering 22 design stations at which guests will receive couture haircuts from some of the industry’s most highly trained Artists, and 20 color stations where guests are treated to expertly-delivered color services, including all over color, highlighting, corrective color, and the advanced French highlighting technique of Balayage, which Gene Juarez was first in the region to employ. Every hair appointment starts with a visit to the luxurious Kerastase Shampoo Spa — a unique area of the salon where 700 hand-crafted glass spheres descend from the ceiling to spectacular effect. At the Kerastase Shampoo Spa, hair is bathed in the finest blend of the highest quality ingredients, prescribed specifically for hair type and current condition. Gene Juarez has an exclusive partnership in western Washington with the luxury haircare brand.
The spa will distinctly showcase high quality spa rooms with luxuriously appointed guest waiting and changing spaces for women and men. A spa lounge with a fireplace sets the tone for relaxation, and serves as a gateway to the spa’s five treatment rooms where guests can experience the all-natural ARCONA skin care line during a Gene Juarez Signature Revitalizing Facial. Guests looking for the ultimate indulgence will delight in the spa’s balance of both traditional and specialty massages and body treatments such as the Gene Juarez Ayurvedic services, based on an ancient Indian art of well being. The nail spa will offer the Gene Juarez signature pedicure suite experience with two private pedicure suites, and an open-view gallery of manicure-pedicure stations, including three dedicated pedicure stations and four manicure stations.

Unlike other new Gene Juarez Salons and Spas to date, this spa will offer microdermabrasion skin services beginning on opening day. A retail boutique stocked with beauty essentials will showcase a new line of Gene Juarez brand body care products.

Underscoring its presence in the community as a generous supporter of charitable events and organizations, Gene Juarez Salons & Spas is proud to partner with the Rewards & Recognition department at Children’s Hospital. Through its partnership with Children’s, the University Village salon and spa will offer “Be Beautiful” beauty packages to deserving hospital staff members who demonstrate admirable qualities in their approach to caring for patients and respecting their roles in supporting the hospital’s mission.

“Establishing our third flagship location at University Village demonstrates Gene Juarez Salons & Spas‘ continued growth in this region,” said Janet Denyer, Gene Juarez Salons & Spas chief executive officer. “Because of the hard work of our team and business partners, our guests can experience the newest iteration of Gene Juarez Salons & Spas through our fabulous new location at one of our region’s most exciting upscale retail destinations — and even earlier than originally estimated.”

University Village Gene Juarez Salon & Spa General Manager Angelina Provenzano is excited by the opportunity to establish the ninth Gene Juarez salon and spa in its new home: “I’m thrilled to help establish our University Village location. After supporting the successful renovation and re-opening of our Northgate salon and spa last fall, I am prepared to inspire my talented team to offer the highest levels of expertise and service that are hallmarks of Gene Juarez Salon & Spa.

The team at University Village expressed similar enthusiasm at the salon and spa’s early arrival.

“Gene Juarez Salon & Spa is a complementary addition to University Village’s mix of quality retailers,” said Susie Plummer, general manager of University Village. “The company’s outstanding reputation and leadership in its field make it a natural fit for our center and our customers. We are pleased that Gene Juarez will open in July, in time for the summer shopping months.”

Through a phased hiring schedule, the salon and spa will ultimately employ 130 people through a combination of Artists, Therapists, management and administrative staff. Two entrances - one accessible via the University Village parking garage (level A/B) — enables quick entrance and exit for guests on the go. And, another entrance brings guests shopping at University Village to the salon and spa via a short escalator ride adjacent to Crate and Barrel.

About Gene Juarez Salons & Spas

Since 1971 Gene Juarez Salons & Spas has been the definitive authority on hair, beauty and wellness in the Pacific Northwest. The company’s extensive training program and attentive guest service have earned the salon numerous honors including “Best Hair Salon in Seattle” by Allure readers, “Seattle’s Best Hair Salon” by Seattle magazine readers, “Best Bridal Hair and Makeup” from Seattle Bride magazine, Modern Salon magazine’s “Salon of the Year,” King 5 TV’s “Best Hair Salon & Spa Escape,” and InStyle magazine’s “Top Spas in the United States.” To learn more about Gene Juarez Salons & Spas, visit one of the company’s nine locations, including downtown Seattle, University Village, Bellevue, Alderwood, Tacoma, Southcenter, Redmond, Northgate, South Hill. Gene Juarez also operates the Gene Juarez Academy at two locations and the Advanced Training Salon

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Body & soul in St. Charles
Beauty isn’t only skin deep at newly expanded day spa

In 2000, aesthetician Beverly Miller opened a tiny day spa with 100 clients and a passion for skin care.
Since then, the spa business has been expanded twice and not only offers outer beauty regimens, but inner ones, too.

Tranquility Skin & Body Care Center
• Address: 113 N. Second Ave., St. Charles
• Phone: (630) 762-9864
• Owner: Beverly Miller
• Business: Day spa and wellness center
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays; 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays; and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Closed on Sunday.

• Payment: Cash, check and all major credit cards
Tranquility Skin & Body Care Center at 113 N. Second Ave. in the Century Corners shopping complex in downtown St. Charles, treats the skin and the spirit with its combined spa and wellness center offerings.

The spa first was located on Cedar Street, kitty-corner from its current address. Miller, who lives in St. Charles, made the move in 2003 for added space, picking up partner Loreta Lescelius in the process.
Soon after, natural nail services were added, staying away from artificial nails to keep in line with their holistic approach.

“Even our nail area is vegan, with no formaldehyde in any of our products,” Miller said. “That was in line with our true vision … to mold into a wellness center.”
Their vision came to life last fall in the form of a full wellness center — offering clients a variety of health and well-being options through alternative therapies — which opened on the spa’s newly renovated second floor.

“We have just remodeled the second floor with additional treatment rooms, and feature an infrared sauna and steam shower,” Miller said. “In addition to the existing skin-care treatments, body massage and nail care services, new offerings include nutritional counseling, life changes counseling, acupuncture therapy and permanent makeup.”

The spa now has a sprawling 4,000 square feet of treatment space, but a tranquil and cozy feeling still envelopes patrons when they walk in, Miller said.

“Once you hit the door, you immediately begin to relax,” she said.
Despite recent expansions and added services, facials always have been the spa’s featured service. Miller says the focus always is centered on the client.

“Our facials are more customer-oriented. We take a person and individually determine what their needs are,” Miller said. “We are very results-oriented. We want to see a change in your skin.”
Facials run $85 to $105 and last 75 minutes to 90 minutes. According to Miller, appointments are not booked consecutively. That way, a little time is left after one appointment ends so the client isn’t rushed.

Miller says her spa includes extras not readily found at most spas.
“Our signature treatment is the Tranquility Facial. We add a lot more than what other spas do … with a neck, shoulder, hand and foot massage,” Miller said. “Also, we don’t book hour by hour. That way, if (a client) needs something else, they don’t have to make another appointment.”
Gift certificates are available, and there’s a frequent-customer card, where points are accumulated based on dollars spent. Points can be redeemed for services.

In a downward economy, there’s always a concern that luxury spending will decrease. However, Miller said she hasn’t seen that happen yet. That could be due to the strength of fellow Century Corners businesses.
“We are a very strong group of business owners, and we get together regularly and work together to keep everyone busy,” Miller said. “We have a fabulous relationship.”

Miller’s business also remains strong due to the many clients who have become hooked on her spa services.

“I really have grown, and it’s all from referrals,” Miller said. “Our customers spread the word for us. We started with 100 names and have grown into a database with 7,000 people in it.”

 

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Downtown salon adds day spa to second floor

Nichelle Sharp, a licensed cosmotologist, and Sage Harrington, an esthetician, are in charge of the facility on the second floor of the hair salon near downtown Lafayette.

The day spa offers manicures, pedicures, facials, massage, ear candling and has a separate makeup room.

“A lot of other salons and spas do offer facials and other things. We thought we could add on here so people have one place to get everything done,” Sharp said.

“A lot of people are coming in just for the spa.”

Full massage, Swedish massage and chair massage are all available.

“The chair massage and manicures and pedicures are most popular,” Sharp said.

Harrington is the son of business owner K.J. Nutt and enjoys working with his mother.

“It’s really fun. I love it,” he said. “We’re really similar, so for the two of us to be in the same building is fun.”

BUSINESS NAME

KJ Nutt & Friends Salon & Day Spa

LOCATION

509 N. Fourth St., Lafayette IN

ABOUT THE BUSINESS

The day spa offers monthly spa specials.

The special for June is a 30-minute chair massage and basic manicure for $36.

HOURS

Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.; other days by appointment.

PHONE

(765) 742-1522

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Buffalo Grive spa expands services despite trustees debate

The Buffalo Grove village board has begrudgingly given approval for expanded services at a spa run by the park district, but not before several trustees expressed disappointment.

The measure passed unanimously, but several trustees made it known that was only due to the way the agreement was written and not because they agreed with the proposal.

Some board members on Monday said they felt the park district was infringing on the profits of local businesses by competing with them.

The park district requested the addition of waxing and eyelash-tinting services at Vitality Spa.

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However, Trustee Jeff Braiman said the village runs a restaurant, which competes with others in the area.

“We do similar things. We have a golf course,” he said.

Park district Director Mike Rylko said other medically run clinics offer similar services and the spa wants to be on the same level as them.

The spa already offers therapeutic massage, manicure and pedicures.

He said the clients of the spa, which is run by Northwest Community Healthcare employees and is owned by the district inside the Fitness Center, also asked for the additional services.

“It shouldn’t be a double standard,” he said, referring to the village’s restaurant.

However, Trustee Bruce Kahn, who abstained from voting on the issue, said the spa was billed as therapeutic.

“I didn’t like it when it first came before us. I don’t like it any more now,” he said. “It’s not about therapy; it’s about a revenue stream.”

He said more residents have commented about this issue to him than any other in the past month and he said it’s not fair that the park district competes against businesses that have a spa as their only livelihood.

“People have asked me, ‘So what’s next? Hair cuts?’” he said on Tuesday.

Two spa owners made their case for not allowing the expansion of services in May when the issue was first up for discussion.

Marilyn Wagner, owner of Best Salon & Spa in Buffalo Grove, said the park district hasn’t affected her business yet but that waxing is a significant portion of how she makes her money.

Warren Michaels, owner of Michael Thomas Hair Salon & Day Spa in town, said he and other spa owners don’t have the option to diversify like the park district does.

The issue riled Kahn so much that he resigned his Fitness Center membership earlier in the week because he didn’t want to support the park district if it was challenging local businesses.

“I understand the therapeutic nature of massage, but when it starts coming into manicures and pedicures, I just didn’t agree with them,” he said. “I don’t think they should be in direct competition with 20-plus other businesses in town.”

Trustee DeAnn Glover agreed, saying she was extremely disappointed in the park district for continually asking for more services. She said, in her opinion, the request may comply with the special use, but it doesn’t go with the spirit of the agreement.

“This was all supposed to be therapeutic,” she said. “I thought it was stretching it for nails.”

Glover said that from now on, she would be more critical of any requests coming from the district.

In the end, the trustees conceded that the issue was of zoning and not of regulating the business the park district chooses to go into.

“We need to adhere to the requirements of special use,” Braiman said. “I think it does comply.”

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Buffalo Grove, IL

847-353-7501

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