tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89960301157223419572024-03-13T17:37:56.198-07:00Spa NotesAntonia Rosinahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06213023670724061978noreply@blogger.comBlogger95125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-28194223152655217592014-07-08T22:34:00.000-07:002014-07-08T22:34:56.137-07:00Ayurvedic massage treatments NOW at Spa Utopia in Langley<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Ayurveda <i>"ah-yer-vey-duh" , </i>meaning "Life Knowledge" - The dynamic state of balance between mind, body and environment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Amrish Chopra to our Spa Utopia family and we're so excited for Spa guests at our Langley location, to experience the many benefits of Ayurvedic massage.</span><br />
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<i><span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif;">- Dr. Amrish Chopra</span></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Dr. Amish Chopra is a board-certified physician who earned her Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S) from Chandigarh, INDIA. Dr. Chopra's integrative healing approach combines the best in conventional Western medicine with the wisdom of ancient healing traditions. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Dr. Chopra's interests include preventive medicine, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and mind-body medicine with Ayurveda.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">- Improved quality of sleep </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">- Eliminate toxins</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">- Slow down the aging process by regenerating tissue</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">- Cleanse the lymphatic system</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">- Reduce fatty tissues</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">- Nourish the mind</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">- Build strength and promote creativity</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Full Body (75 min.) $165. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Head (50 min.) $120.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Lower Body (50 min ) $120.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Call our Langley location today to book your Ayurvedic experience today: 604-539-8772 - <i>you'll be glad you did!</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We've added two fabulous new treatments to our extensive directory of spa services:</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For the BODY - </span></b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Try our new </span><b style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Grotta Giusti Mud Wrap</b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">. Experience a deep sense of healing and renewed wellness. Deep cleansing mud mask for the whole body with a warming therapeutic treatment for muscle and joint aches, pain and tension. Energizes and delivers a sense of relaxation, comfort and vitality.</span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggZNuwdIEOfKPgDind2lSi0PRV0karYpMBSqGCfGSD0M-Mdb4XXwZXXMEHK8q_bTZKUf7JWZE8M-TlMWuwk6ANMfiUvYdw2G2VKjsqmFIXv2PlvswIhIxwYfuA4RX48YH063WheFAzbHA/s1600/Geneo+Facesmall.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggZNuwdIEOfKPgDind2lSi0PRV0karYpMBSqGCfGSD0M-Mdb4XXwZXXMEHK8q_bTZKUf7JWZE8M-TlMWuwk6ANMfiUvYdw2G2VKjsqmFIXv2PlvswIhIxwYfuA4RX48YH063WheFAzbHA/s1600/Geneo+Facesmall.jpg" height="154" width="200" /></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>For The FACE</b> - You'll want to experience the new <b>OxyGeneo 3-in-1 Super Facial</b>. Exfoliate - Infuse - Oxygenate your skin all in 1 facial. An innovative technology bringing nature's healing powers to you. Inspired by natural hot springs which are known for inducing skin oxygenation. This process uses a Capsugen that interacts with our skin specific treatment gel and releases CO2 microbubbles on the skin creating a physiological response that increases oxygen to the area and optimizes nutrient absorption. The result is radiant, glowing skin with oxygen therapy for cell health, reduced pigmentation, firmer tone and improved skin texture. This facial treatment is suitable for all skin tones and costs $150. plus tax.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Check out the OxyGeneo Facial on YouTube, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WMzQGEAYMs&feature=youtu.be">click here</a>.</span><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-34399226666150966452014-05-06T13:05:00.000-07:002014-05-06T13:12:59.181-07:00You could WIN a 3 course italian dinner for 2 at La Dolce Vita!<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Summer is a time to enjoy the good things in life...like the perfect color of nail polish, healthy radiant skin, or a deep tissue massage after 18 holes of golf!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Dining al fresco (eating outdoors) is also something many of us enjoy on a warm summer evening and thanks to our friends at <a href="http://www.theitaliansupperclub.ca/events">The Italian Supper Club</a>, we're giving away a 3 course Italian dinner for 2 at La Dolce Vita Pop-Up restaurant. All you have to do is leave a comment below and you could be enjoying an impromptu dinner party this summer at your favorite park, on the beach or even on the city sidewalk!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We will randomly choose a winner from the comments below on May 23rd, so be sure to check back to see if you'll be dining al fresco this summer at a spectacular open air location.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">At Spa Utopia it’s always been our commitment to provide spa
guests with a safe, healthy spa experience. People visit the spa for many
reasons and our extensive service directory reflects the varied needs and desires of our guests; relaxation,
maintenance, prevention, repair, stress relief, self improvement, inner peace …
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We often ask ourselves; “what more can we do … what can we do
better, how can we improve the guest experience, what new treatments can we
offer, what do our guests want and how can we meet their needs and expectations?” </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Our team of qualified, trained professionals are the beating
heart of the spa. Hours and hours of training goes into each and every
treatment offered at Spa Utopia. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Training, training, training – it’s the backbone of our
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that trained Nurses are now an essential part of the Spa Utopia team.
Our Nurses, with advanced training in Medical Esthetics, are qualified
for Laser Hair Removal, Body Contouring treatments, Skin Tightening, Photo
Rejuvenation, Foot Fungus treatments and more.</b></span></div>
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it’s exciting to be a part of it. Spa Utopia has consistently been on the
cutting edge of spa development and I’m so thrilled to be a part of this newest
spa evolution. You might ask yourself what a Nurse may offer? A
larger knowledge base, a better understanding of the bio social spiritual being
that makes up an individual, which translates that you are in good caring hands
that want for your complete well-being.</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;"><i>I’m not going to lie; this is all brand new to me - the spa world. I’m
completely out of my usual element and so the training is completely absorbing
me. I’m used to working in hospitals and clinics. But can I say that I miss the
24 hour lights, call bells and codes of a hospital? Do I miss the viruses and
bustle of a clinic? When compared the serene, calming, soothing, gentle
environment of the spa, it’s an easy answer for me.</i> </span></div>
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Therapist , I worked as an Obstetrical RN in the hospital for 18 years and as
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This December, book your spa appointments online and you'll automatically be entered to WIN a stay at the beautiful Pan Pacific Hotel in Vancouver.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">You'll enjoy the convenience of our our new online booking application. It's fast, easy and secure ... and you can book many of your favourite spa appointments 24/7.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.spautopia.ca/online.htm">Click here</a> to book spa reservations through our Web Booking Applications or from our Facebook page.</span><a href="http://www.spautopia.ca/online.htm"> </a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In a world where if salt and sugar were discovered today
they would be made illegal according to the Canadian FDA health standards. This got me thinking that everything I ingest, rub, brush or apply to my skin must be, in some way harmful to myself, others or the environment. It’s frightening to think that meat washed in an ammonia substance can be called a process and not an ingredient.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">As a hairstylist for over 15 years and Education Director
for Spa Utopia Health & Wellness Center, it is my responsibility to know and understand the
ingredients of the chemicals we use to color hair. With so many
options out there, where does one begin? First step...understand our own personal morals, ethics and
beliefs, then search for a company with the same.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-KPmdiCitPkXVItl3j125QXX2JZXzw1hyphenhyphen48K8KI3uOrT_uhU-1PCcPUIQXi2-USE1pi-tD1_b5wq574y9XaXL3BH8IQDgiCWENaMngI6XVQYC0l1UqH6b20xqwlVKxB4ER7HSFhKYV4s/s1600/9606c8994216826e9a37e730e0b49124.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-KPmdiCitPkXVItl3j125QXX2JZXzw1hyphenhyphen48K8KI3uOrT_uhU-1PCcPUIQXi2-USE1pi-tD1_b5wq574y9XaXL3BH8IQDgiCWENaMngI6XVQYC0l1UqH6b20xqwlVKxB4ER7HSFhKYV4s/s1600/9606c8994216826e9a37e730e0b49124.png" /></span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We, at Spa Utopia, have discovered <a href="http://www.davines.com/en/about-davines/sustainable-beauty">DAVINES</a>, an Italian based, family owned
company whose core value is SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY. Davines is a Zero impact
company through and through. Each year they the plant trees in Brazil to erase
their carbon footprint. They also encourage and support their partnering salons to be aware of their
own environmental impact.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">SCIENCE + NATURE = SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY - Simple!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Now...the big<b> <span style="font-size: large;">?</span><span style="font-size: x-large;"> </span></b>Drugstore Hair Color vs In-Salon Color </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">(SUBTLE HINT TO EVERYONE READING THIS) - "just because it says professional on the box does not make it so."</span></div>
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the price point of drugstore hair color products versus professional hair color. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It’s </span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">not</i><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> hard to argue the inferior and potentially
dangerous ingredients that could be hiding in the cheaper price point. Major
corporations understand that to color hair you must first understand the composition
of hair, color theory and simple chemistry. They also know that the average
consumer does not! So how can they make it possible for consumers, educated or not, to use drugstore color? Simplify, simplify, simplify. Increase the amount of active
ingredients such as PPD’s and Ammonias.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Davines - Natural Dark Brown:
Ammonia: 1.8%<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Drugstore - Natural Dark Brown Ammonia: 18% and up<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is how they simplify:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">When I was researching a semi-permanent color which was
suppose to wash out in 15 washes and be ammonia free, I was shocked to find out
that the ammonia levels in this particular brand was over 21% , making this
temporary color a permanent! When I called the help line for an explaination there was no comment on the ingredients used. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The reason that professional products
cost more is due to the quality of the ingredients that go into them. We pay for the
morals and ethics of these companies that don’t test on animals and do not substitute ingredients with potentially carcinogenic additives.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If the drugstore products really did what they say they did,
I would be asking myself why every salon doesn’t carry and use them. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">We have one life,
one body, and one world. Sustainable Beauty is our only option.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;"><span style="color: red; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">* </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">one per person, while quantities last. </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">Receive your free gift when you visit us for your online reservation. </span><span style="color: red; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;">*</span></div>
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<i>We understand that waiting on hold to make your spa reservations is not exactly a good use of your time. The truth is, the average phone call takes 3 minutes and we handle an average of 435 calls per day during our regular business hours.</i><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The good news is that now you can book many of your favourite spa treatments in real-time from the comfort of your own home 24/7. You can also view your upcoming reservations and view your history too! - How cool is that?!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To get started you'll initially need to set up your personal online profile, including an email address, password. For Facebook booking you will also need a current current credit card number added to your profile, this must be done by our Guest Services team. At Spa Utopia we honour your privacy and you can trust that your information is safe and secure. Credit card data on your profile is stored as an encrypted token, so even members of our Guest Services team are only able to see the last four digits of your card number and the expiry date and this information is used for verification only.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Let's face it, digging through your bag for your wallet at the end of a relaxing spa treatment brings you back to reality all too quickly and can easily increase your stress level to what it was before you entered the spa. We want your spa experience to remain with you for as long as possible, that's why a growing number of our spa guests are electing to leave their credit card details on file.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Security is always a concern when using a credit card online. In fact, our payment gateway is a participating organization in the PCI Security Standards Council, providing the most secure payment processing environment available. Full payment is processed at the time you make your reservations, this is 100% refundable, in the event you must cancel your reservation. You can access Spa Utopia Web Booking anytime from our our website, www.spautopia.ca or follow this link to: </span><a href="https://www1.spautopia.ca/" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">BOOK NOW</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Payments for reservations booked through Facebook are processed internally on our system using your credit card information on file. No payment is processed at the time of booking. To set up your profile you'll need to call any Spa Utopia location and ask to update your personal and credit card information on your profile...or, update your profile on your next visit to the spa. You can access our Online Booking Application anytime from our Facebook page or follow this link to: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Spa.Utopia.Salon/app_252221901580345">BOOK NOW</a></span><br />
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<![endif]--><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span lang="EN-US">Many thanks to Danika Powell for contributing to our blog this month. Danika is a Professional Makeup Artist at Spa Utopia in North Vancouver. She sees many spa guests each day, many of whom are surprised to know that SPF is necessary all year long to prevent damage from the suns harmful rays, even when days are shorter and darker. The hot summer sun may be gone but damage can still occur unexpectedly if you're not prepared. </span></span><br />
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starts to cool off. The truth is our skin needs protection
against the sun 365 days of the year!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Even on a cloudy day, about 40% of the sun’s UV radiation reaches us.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>An even more alarming fact is that
approximately 80% of the skin’s aging is caused by the sun. It only takes a
minute or two to apply- so get yourself protected! </span></span></div>
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absorb rays and convert them into energy before they can harm your skin.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Proderm’s Facial Day Cream/Fluid SPF 20 as
well as their SPF 60 creams are a perfect chemical sunscreen.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Not only do they offer you broad spectrum
SPF, they also contain antioxidants, natural soothing agents, and high quality
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ingredients: zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. Together, these ingredients sit
on top of your skin and reflect the sun’s rays. Jane Iredale’s Purepressed
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span lang="EN-US">Danika Powell / Professional Make Up Artist</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 11.0pt; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"> / Spa Utopia North Vancouver</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Thank you Langley for voting Spa Utopia the BEST DAY SPA in the 16th Annual Langley Advance Best Of the Best!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://issuu.com/langley-advance/docs/lantue20130827">http://issuu.com/langley-advance/docs/lantue20130827</a> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">It's been 12 years since we opened the first Spa Utopia in Langley, B.C. and we are absolutely thrilled to still be considered your #1 Day Spa. We know that there are many options available when considering a visit to a Day Spa and we're truly honored when you choose Spa Utopia to take care of your personal health, wellness and beauty needs.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Spa Utopia Langley will always be a special place, it's where our roots are...it's where it all began! Each and everyday spa guests slip into cozy white robes and sandals, sweat it out in our eucalyptus steam bath, relax in the calmness of the spa lounge while sipping a glass of our hot signature tea while waiting to experience their next unforgettable spa treatment. For many, it's an escape from everyday pressures and routines....for some, it's a well deserved and much needed gift....and for others it's regular maintenance and preventative care for a healthy body, mind and spirit. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Whether you're a long time loyal guest or you're visiting us for the first time, you can be sure that our treatments are designed with you in mind. Spa Utopia is a beautiful place but the pulse of the spa is the amazing team of technicians and support staff, led by General Manager Amy Atchinson, that continue to deliver our promise of excellence, </span><i><b><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Congratulations Team !</span></b></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2013 marked our 10th year in North Vancouver. Many of our staff at this location have been with us from the start, including General Manager, Diane Yarnold. Diane has poured her heart and soul into every aspect of the spa, including creating a 'dream team' to deliver the best spa experience possible to each and every guest.</span></div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-84951791372761690702013-05-22T07:10:00.001-07:002013-05-22T07:28:45.616-07:00Introducing G Body Art<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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glue is brushed overtop.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The stencil is
then removed and after about 30 seconds, the glitter is ready to be
applied.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Triple-milled, beautiful,
cosmetic grade glitter in every color of the rainbow gives you infinite design
possibilities.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Once adhered, it shines
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create freehand and custom designs for our spa guests and I can tell you that this
is going to be a cool, unique service to add on whether it’s just for fun or to
add some dazzle and embellishment for a special event.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>And, unlike real tattoos, this glitter body
art requires no real commitment; it can easily be removed with a little baby
oil or alcohol. We've been having fun experimenting with G Body Art on fellow co-workers, here's a look at some of our creations!</span></i></span></div>
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single most asked question I hear is “How can I look younger?”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I have two words for you: “Skin
Tightening”!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Skin Tightening is the
ultimate and most effective treatment to restore your skin back to its youthful
appearance, with little or no side effects for both women and men.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We are able to go to the
depth of the skin’s collagen and elastin to denaturalize the targeted area. As
the area heals, it stimulates even more collagen and elastin growth, giving
your skin a tighter and fuller appearance.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> Treatable areas include; Face, Eye Zone, Neck, Jawline, Arms, Abdomen, Thighs and Buttocks. </span></span></span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span lang="EN-US">You can expect to feel a warm sensation
during the treatment and it can be quite relaxing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Half way through, you will already begin to
see and feel immediate results. You will love the way your skin looks
immediately after, and over the next 2 to 3 weeks your skin will look better
and better as it seems to be ‘turning back the clock’. In fact, after the treatment,
you can expect to see progressive improvements for up to 6 months as the
treatment continues to work.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Once your
collagen and elastin has been restored, you’ll enjoy the effects of this
treatment until natural aging occurs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In
fact, I have guests who no longer get Botox injections!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For prolonged benefits, your certified Medical Skin Care
Therapist will educate you on how to care for your skin on a daily basis.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></i><br />
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your decision to look and feel better. Our team of certified Medical Skin Care
Therapist’s will educate and encourage you to take care of your skin for
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<span lang="EN-US">For more information, FAQ's and pricing <a href="http://www.spautopia.ca/laser-medical-esthetics/laser-skin-tightening.htm">click here</a>.</span>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-51818659036163552342013-05-13T14:43:00.000-07:002013-05-13T14:43:34.585-07:00Happy 10th Anniversary Spa Utopia North Vancouver!<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Wow, it's been 10 years since we opened the doors at our beautiful North Vancouver location!</span><br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-88251819029175523072013-05-09T09:19:00.000-07:002013-05-13T14:44:37.453-07:00Mom's the word<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">I came across these wonderful words many years ago, written by Shelagh Stanley. Each year, at this time, I bring it out and read it again... this year I thought I'd share it with you... I hope you enjoy it. </span><br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx_blXeZr0wEh07pJT0JyKKq1Wz2Qo5MkKohdLcYeZhG_50ti_Xa24JdDnWliEWGSejqq7P0h_5hUmpdK7h_uDsUoF9CjOwqVhVCrcAjd9Tu9hLrMooaPWgwnLlEy0uI2eboInOG0Bkfo/s1600/mothersday_s.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx_blXeZr0wEh07pJT0JyKKq1Wz2Qo5MkKohdLcYeZhG_50ti_Xa24JdDnWliEWGSejqq7P0h_5hUmpdK7h_uDsUoF9CjOwqVhVCrcAjd9Tu9hLrMooaPWgwnLlEy0uI2eboInOG0Bkfo/s320/mothersday_s.jpg" height="320" width="212" /></a><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>Remember how perfect your Mother was when you were little? She could do anything - tie your shoelaces, brush your hair without pulling it, show you how to print your name, even track down your lost mittens.</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>Full of hugs, kisses and patience, she answered all your questions, laughed at your antics, tucked you in just right, and let you eat lots of ice-cream when you were sick. She made the bogeyman go away, cried happy tears over your home-made Mother's Day card and topped your birthday cake with double-fudge frosting. She even made you believe you were pretty with your front teeth missing.</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>But by the time you became a teenager, Mom's halo had slipped a little. She used heavy words like "responsibility" and your lack of it. She was interested in what you were up to, but she more than occasionally fretted over your school work, your friends and your dates. Bouts of insomnia seemed to hit her every time you stayed out late at a party. You still had friendly chats, but bringing up Mom was getting to be a bit of a chore. How could you possibly relate to a person who wasn't into loud music and pizza? You still loved her but why was she the only Mom in the world who wouldn't let her 15-year-old go on an unchaperoned trip?</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>Then something amazing happened - Mom grew up. You probably didn't notice exactly when , you were too busy going to college, falling in love, starting a career and furnishing your first apartment. But one day you realized that you and your Mom suddenly had lots of things to discuss - job strategies, social issues, changing relationships and child-rearing. Not that the two of you have stopped disagreeing, but now your occasional spats aren't nearly so threatening. Yep, Mom's matured a whole bunch. </i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>Funny how the face of mother-child love changes. On Mother's Day we all feel like children again. No matter what our priorities and patterns are as adults, on Mother's Day we fondly remember found mittens, sleep lost and a mother's love that linked the two.</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><i>It's a good day to acknowledge that Mom will always walk the fine line between hanging on and letting go. So will we "kids".</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Happy Mother's Day.</span><i><br /></i><br />
<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-30127302573367890552013-03-08T00:17:00.000-08:002013-03-08T00:24:56.053-08:00...and the votes are in!<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Spa Utopia was recently voted the Best Spa Facility on the North Shore in the 2013 Readers Choice Awards. We're honored to be chosen by the readers of the North Shore News - thank you to all who voted! North Vancouver is an amazing community, with so much to offer and we're so proud to be a part of it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">And as if that news wasn't exciting enough, Spa Utopia at the Pan Pacific just received 1st place for BEST SPA in WE's Best of the City 16th Annual Reader's Choice Awards! This year more voters voted in this category than ever before, so this is truly an honor. A huge thank you to all who voted and congratulations to all winners in all categories.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;">Behind the stunning decor and the fresh, clean linens... beyond the healthy snacks and signature tea ... and over and above the top notch amenities including steam bath and relaxation lounges, there's an amazing team of caring, passionate individuals who make Spa Utopia the Best of the City. Congratulations to our Spa Utopia Pan Pacific team, this award belongs to you! </span><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1Vancouver, B.C. Canada50.064191736659104 -121.992187524.542157236659104 -163.3007815 75.5862262366591 -80.6835935tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-17856274776307402782013-02-06T16:11:00.002-08:002013-02-08T08:12:58.703-08:00Family Day<br />
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">At Spa Utopia we often hear the word <span style="color: #38761d;"><b>FAMILY</b></span> being used to
describe the feelings we have toward our team members. We spend a lot of time
together. We’re a diverse group of people who offer one another all the things
that a <b style="color: #38761d;">FAMILY</b> should;</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"> strength, support, advice, nourishment, friendship,
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Your <b style="color: #38761d;">FAMILY</b> may be near or far, large or small, boring,</span><br />
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or crazy. </span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">You may be a single parent with teenagers</span><br />
<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"> or you may have a </span><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">dog and a
cat whom you consider your </span><b style="color: #38761d; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">FAMILY</b><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Perhaps you have a new born baby or an aging
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2013</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;"> to celebrate BC's first official Family Day Holiday</span></b></span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-36316532246550607562013-01-30T19:23:00.000-08:002013-02-06T16:06:54.201-08:00Happy New Year DREAM TEAM!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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spas this week is incredible! Our Managers, Skin Care Therapists, Make Up
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completed an intensive<span style="font-size: small;"> and</span> all-inspiring, knock your socks off CHAMP CAMP with the
awesome, dedicated c<span style="font-size: small;">oaches</span> from Inspiring Champions.( Lauren, Lance, Heather, Racha<span style="font-size: small;">un</span> and Paul..."we love you guys" - welcome to our family!)</span></span><br />
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stars! We poured our hearts out, dug deep inside our soul<span style="font-size: small;">s</span>, found meaning and
inspiration, shared stories, struggles and frustrations…..we teamed up, offered
support and gained strength and confidence from each other. We cried and we
laughed, we stumbled and we DANCED… and we barely slept, if at all<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>!</b></span></span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">I sensed a common, burning desire from everyone who attended
the camp - and that is to deliver an unforgettable spa experience to each and
every guest…to lead and live a balanced and happy life, to be present and enjoy
the moment, to be accountable, passionate and committed.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Trebuchet MS",sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Each team member at Spa Utopia has a story and a dream.
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Champ Camp this week, followed by our Guest Services Representatives at the end
of February!</span></span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-16468136416358628212012-12-25T09:14:00.001-08:002012-12-25T09:14:27.552-08:00Merry Christmas from Spa Utopia<br />
<span style="font-size: large;">A</span>nother Christmas season is upon us and everyone is busy with holiday parties and events, baking cookies and other festive treats, and shopping for presents for under the tree. With all of the preparations and planning that goes into this season, it is sometimes easy to forget the reason we do all of it for - and that reason is always for family.<br />
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Today, while the turkey is in the oven, and all the wrapping paper and bows are undone, we hope that you take a moment to enjoy all the happiness that this season brings to you and yours. A time to be together, with family and friends, and enjoy so much love, laughter and joy.<br />
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For those of you who may still need a last minute gift, remember that you can still purchase instant certificates online! Click on the link below and be transported to a classic gift instantly. Choose a holiday themed certificate or personalize it by uploading a photo of your own. Simply follow the purchase procedure and in minutes you will be printing a certificate straight from your home computer.<br />
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Instant Certificate:<br /> <a href="http://spautopia.ca/spaonlineappwa/order_an_instant_gift_card_options.aspx">http://spautopia.ca/spaonlineappwa/order_an_instant_gift_card_options.aspx</a><br />
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For all of our spa guests, please note that we will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day. Yes, New Years Eve is right around the corner and we are open until 3:00 PM for all your health & wellness needs. Don't forget to book your hair and makeup reservation today so that you can ring in the New Year in style.<br />
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<i><span style="color: red;">From our family to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!</span></i><br />
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All the year through we strive to be mindful of the
blessings in our life, but it is at this time of year that we are reminded
especially to give thanks. This Thanksgiving, you may have similar reflections
on our collective fortunes and encourage your family to express all the things
in their life that they are thankful for. It is in this tradition of giving
thanks that we are reminded that so many others in the world are not as privileged
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At Spa Utopia, we believe in the importance of helping
others and it is in that spirit that we created The Utopia Foundation in 2007. Since
that time, The Utopia Foundation has raised over $250,000 for global and local
charities. As part of our contributions, The Utopia Foundation teamed up with
The Ben Sawatzky Foundation to help build houses in the Dominican
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In total, The Utopia
Foundation was able to build 11 houses in Paradise Village and in doing so
helped to change the lives of 11 deserving families. In 2012, two of the Utopia
Foundation Administrators (including yours truly) traveled to the Dominican
Republic, alongside four of Spa Utopia’s owners, to see the results of our employees’
generous donation of time, money and energy. And what an experience it was!</div>
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Paradise Village is a thriving community in the Dominican
Republic and a welcome refuge for so many families. Families are offered a
house at no cost, access to a medical center, an opportunity to send their kids
to school, and a chance to learn a new trade such as hair design, sewing or
wood work. On the day of our visit, the village was in full celebration
welcoming us and other sponsors as their guests while a number of families
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We were embraced by
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village, learn our names, share our candies and braid our hair. After the
ceremony was complete, the children led us through the village to find the
homes that we helped to build. One by one, we were introduced to the families
living in these homes and learned their stories. Some families had only one
parent, some families had lots of children, but all families had a common
thread – genuine gratitude. Although we were there to give to them, it was
truly us who received the gift, as it is undeniable how fortunate we were to experience
something so significant.</div>
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The families that make up this community meet several
requirements before a house is granted. First, they must show that they are in
need; secondly, that they are a family (one or two parents with kids); and
thirdly that they will be a productive part of the community by not engaging in
criminal activity. The family is given the home rent-free, and after several
years as community members, the mother receives the deed to the house. As you
may not know (we didn't) people have to actually pay rent to stay in the shacks
that are scattered across the landscape. This takes a sizable amount of money
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impressive is that of a man who was given a house 20 years ago. At that time he
was living in a shack with his wife and barely surviving. After being given his
new home rent free he was able to use his earnings to buy a cab, and then
another. As he prospered, he added a second level to his home and turned the entry
level into a grocery store. With this opportunity he was able to provide for
his family and send both his children to university where one of them is
studying today to become a doctor. The gift of that home literally changed his
life and that of his family which is truly inspiring.</div>
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On another day in the Dominican Republic, we visited the
shacks (pictured above) where so many people spend their lives. On this day, we watched as a
family packed up their few belongings and prepared to make the journey to their
new home in Paradise Village. These shacks are little more than a few walls,
made from different materials, and bundled together to make a structure, with a
cold dirt floor and few comforts of home. It was heart warming to see these
people receive a home, complete with four cement walls and a tin roof, and
reminded us of how lucky we were to have our own homes with all the modern day
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On our return to the village
we received the first glimpse of the soon-to-be completed Paradise Garden. With
the help of donations, families will receive a plot of land on which they can
grow their own herbs and vegetables. On that same day, the sewing school had
its first session (with so many applicants that their next class is already full),
we took a tour of the soon-to-be opened Utopia Academy where students will
learn hair design, and we learnt about all the children in the village who run
home after school and pass on what they have learned to their mothers who relish the
opportunity for knowledge.</div>
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All of these experiences and opportunities are possible
because people cared enough to help. The employees and owners at Spa Utopia who
helped to make this project possible are grateful that they had the
opportunity to truly make a difference in someone else’s life. And as we gather
around the dinner table this weekend, dressing the table with autumn
decorations and carving the turkey, we remember the importance of giving thanks
and giving back.</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-71192110982887544402012-09-13T16:46:00.000-07:002012-09-13T16:46:49.155-07:00Introducing Jane Iredale BB Cream<i>We are pleased to present a guest blogger this week: Rebecca - a Makeup Artist form our Langley location. She is here to tell you all about the new arrival from our Jane Iredale Mineral Makeup Collection.</i><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;">BREAKING BEAUTY NEWS: Jane Iredale Cosmetics launches new Glow Time</span><sup><span style="font-size: 6pt;">™</span></sup><span style="font-size: 9pt;"> Full Coverage Mineral BB Cream!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;">Spa Utopia Makeup Artists recently had the opportunity to preview the new BB creams and are loving the full coverage and smooth finish. In keeping with Jane Iredale’s “the Skin Care Makeup</span><sup><span style="font-size: 5.5pt;">®</span></sup><span style="font-size: 9pt;">” tag line, these BB creams nourish and treat your skin while covering imperfections. But what is a BB cream and how do you know if it’s right for you?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;">The formulation for BB cream was originally developed by a German dermatologist for use by clients having laser procedures. Years later it became the biggest beauty trend in Southeast Asia and started gaining attention world wide. The acronym B.B. stands for Beauty Balm or Blemish Balm as it is known for helping to brighten the complexion and smooth the surface of the skin. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;">Jane Iredale Cosmetics, Spa Utopia’s makeup of choice, is now offering a full range of BB creams. This product, like all of Jane’s cosmetics, is all-natural, mineral based, and never tested on animals. It also offers broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection with SPF 25 and is water resistant for up to 40 minutes. Natural anti-aging ingredients such as white tea leaf, green tea leaf, grapefruit, and other extracts, help control oil and minimize environmental damage to your skin.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;">Compared to the sheer finish of the Jane Iredale Liquid Minerals foundation, the new BB creams offer full coverage of redness and blemishes and help to minimize pores and wrinkles. Despite their powerful coverage ability, these creams are hypo-allergenic and non-comedogenic. Each of the six shades, from BB1 (fair) to BB11 (very dark), adjusts to your unique skin tone.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12px;">Even if you love your current Jane Iredale foundation and aren't looking for a change, there’s exciting news for you too! Along with the new BB creams, Jane is also introducing Smooth Affair Facial Primer and Brightener. This primer can be used under any foundation for a smoothing and brightening effect that gets better every time you use it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 9pt;">These much anticipated new products are now beginning to arrive at all Spa Utopia locations. Feel free to ask any Spa Utopia Makeup Artist for details. We will be happy to help you find the perfect shade for your skin tone and show you exactly how to use it. </span></div>
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-75977312907199420272012-08-29T20:15:00.001-07:002012-08-29T20:15:36.891-07:00Back-to-School Survival Guide<br />
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There is something nostalgic about this time of year when the
leaves begin to turn, the sun seems to set earlier and earlier, and we begin to
feel that old familiar chill in the air. For many of us, old and young alike,
we are reminded that this time of year heralds in the autumn and with it a
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As the long lazy days of summer come to a close, we cling to
the few precious days remaining, and begin to make plans for the academic year
ahead. We repeat the same rituals each year at this time – from shopping for
school supplies to picking out a new fall wardrobe – and in doing so we begin
to dream of all the possibilities of the year ahead. </div>
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In many homes, beach mats
and camping gear is pushed aside to make way for lunch bags and backpacks. All
the back-to-school essentials are at the ready: the papers and binders are
neatly organized, a tote is stuffed full of new pens and pencils, and the
outfit for the first day of school is carefully selected.</div>
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Parents and teenagers everywhere are beginning to plan for a
year of activities – complete with school dances, soccer games, study sessions
and sweet sixteens. But beyond the bagged lunches, car rides, and guidance and
support, there is something else we can do to help our teens put their best
foot forward this coming year. <i>Why not book her for a Utopia Teens Package?</i><span style="color: red;"> </span></div>
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A series of treatments specially designed for teens, this package includes a Designed For U Facial, Classic Essential Manicure and Brow Shape. As teenagers grow and develop, the fluctuation of hormones affects their skin which makes them in need of customized attention. A facial carefully designed for her unique skin type and needs will help to brighten and clarify the skin allowing her to step forward with confidence. To further enhance her beautiful features, the Skin Care Therapist will perform an expert Brow Shape. Well groomed brows make such a difference in how the face is framed and many teens make the mistake of over plucking or not following the natural arch of the brow. </div>
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To finish, your teen will be treated to a professional manicure session in which the Skin Care Therapist will groom and clean her cuticles, file her nails uniformly, exfoliate and moisturize the skin and complete the treatment with an exquisite polish from our vegan SpaRituals line of lacquers. Just imagine that as she looks down at her manicured hands on the first day of school she will feel confident in herself and exude that feeling to others.
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Another area that teenagers experiment with is makeup. It is
as a teen that we begin to play with our look and learn how we can express
ourselves through our style. At Spa Utopia Health and Wellness Center, our
Makeup Artists offer Makeup Lessons in which they provide customized colour
matching, expert makeup application tips and tricks, and demonstrate how to
achieve different day and evening makeup looks. </div>
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This session is ideal for all
age groups – for teenagers who are learning the basic essentials to experienced
makeup users who know it’s never too late to learn new techniques to highlight their
favourite features. Parents can also rest assured when their teens use our Jane
Iredale makeup because it is a mineral makeup that is recommended by
Dermatologists and the Skin Cancer Foundation, won’t clog pores and provides a
polished look every time.</div>
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With all the routines and rituals that we share this time of
year, why not start a new one and book your teenager in for this package before
the big day? Better yet, share the experience together by enjoying in suite
facials or side-by-side manicures. Then every year, you will look forward to
the special time you spend together as you reflect on all the goals and dreams
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<i>At Spa Utopia, we wish you and your family a successful and
happy back to school season.</i></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-61942477929745106402012-08-22T17:46:00.000-07:002012-08-22T17:46:44.526-07:00Love Your Skin
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">For all that we put our skin through in a day it’s important
that we remember to take care of it – and to do that we need more than a little
soap and water. Every day our skin is burdened with the damaging effects of
dirt, oil, pollution, and free radicals. All these factors, combined with
stress and aging, means that our skin needs the right products to help look
after it. So whether you are busy with business meetings, looking after the
kids, or studying inschool, using a great skin care regimen morning and night
will help to give back to your skin all that it gives to you – luminosity and
protection. And we can help you to do just that.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">At Spa Utopia Health & Wellness Center we use a variety
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skin care products including</span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/null" name="_GoBack"></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> Comfort Zone – a product
line from Italy that we have used since the inception of our spa. We are proud
to use Comfort Zone’sexquisite products in our treatments and offer it to
purchase for home care use because we are confident in its innovative approach
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Perhaps you have never tried Comfort Zone products, or maybe you have been a loyal fan for years, but either way now is a great time to stop by and take advantage of a fantastic promotion. Twice a year, Comfort Zone releases a super-sized duo set of their Everyday Cleanser & Tonic and Active Pureness Cleanser & Tonic. Our guests and spa partners alike get excited when they see the beautiful duo packs displayed proudly on our retail stands. That’s because each duo pack includes a 400ml size of both the cleanser and tonic for a total of $88. Regularly, each item is 200ml and each sell separately for $45 & 46 respectively. That is more than double the savings!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Both the Everyday and Active Pureness series help to address
different skin needs and offer an array of health benefits. The Everyday series
is ideal for dry, sensitive and mature skin and has excellent softening properties.
The Active Pureness series is great for deep cleansing and oil control and
offers superior balancing effects. Not sure which one is right for you? Just
visit any of our Spa Utopia Health & Wellness Centers and one of our Skin
Care Therapists or Makeup Artists would be happy to assist you in finding the
product that is best suited for your skin. We also offer complimentary
consultations if you are seeking advice for your skin care routine or perhaps
are considering a facial treatment. Comfort Zone also offers extensive product
information on their website at </span><a href="http://www.comfortzone.it/en/home"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">http://www.comfortzone.it/en/home</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">What’s more, when you stop in to pick up a set for yourself
why not get a second one for a friend or family member? The duo comes in a
beautifully decorated bag which makes it ideal for gift giving. Hard as it is
to imagine given the beautiful sunshine outside, the holiday season is only
months away which makes now a great time to start stocking up, especially when
you can take advantage of of such a great offer. Imagine what a wonderful gift
the duo will make under the tree – but if it ends up being unwrapped early in
your own bathroom, that’s okay to0! Whatever you decide, don’t wait too long
because this offer is only good for as long as the stock stays on the shelves –
which won’t be long!</span></div>
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At Spa Utopia Health & Wellness Center, we love to welcome you to our spa just as we would welcome a friend into our home. It is with that spirit that we designed our relaxation lounges for you to enjoy before and after your treatment. Enjoy a cool glass of cucumber water or a warm Spa Utopia Signature beverage (a guest favourite) while you relax. Each location includes one of our beautifully designed lounges, complete with burning candles, magazines and fresh snacks, all which are sure to entice you to stay awhile.</div>
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We invite you to arrive early to enjoy time in our lounge as part of your spa experience. For our guests who enjoy our Langley location, we are very pleased to showcase our newly redesigned lounge - complete with new luxurious furnishings and decor.</div>
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<i><span style="background-color: white;">We look forward to your next visit with us.</span></i></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-27914237259900530352012-08-10T09:02:00.001-07:002012-08-10T09:02:42.754-07:00The Beauty of Water<br />
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Water: it is 60% of what we are made of and covers 70% of the world’s surface. It has many therapeutic properties, a plethora of uses, and is paramount to our survival. It is clean, pure, and refreshing – but it <i>might</i> <i>not be </i>depending on your water bottle.</div>
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As we all know, it is important to drink water every day, but it is just as important to ensure you are getting it from the right source. All of the plastic bottles, and even many of the reusable containers, contain dangerous chemicals that can leach into our water and lead to health conditions. The term BPA has now become common place in our social dialogue and many people are concerned about its effects on themselves and their families. This has led many people to forgo the plastic bottles which do harm to our bodies and the earth. But how does one get water on the go? Green enthusiasts everywhere can now rejoice: the bkr® bottle is here.</div>
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No more plastic water bottles, no more environmental damage, the bkr® bottle is made of one of the earth’s most remarkable materials – glass. These beautiful and ergonomic glass water bottles are chemical free and great for the environment as the glass and its protective silicone sleeve are both 100% recyclable. Not to be outdone, these stylish bottles come in an array of eye catching colours. Check out the new summer colours at any of our spa locations: yellow, neon coral, bright purple, apple green and tropical blue. You will want to proudly display the bkr® bottle in your kitchen, mount it on your bike, or carry it with you on your next walk.<br /><br />
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These lovely bottles might be made of glass but that doesn’t mean they are too fragile for daily use! Just listen to the story from our beloved Marketing Director: she loves her bkr® bottle and takes it with her everywhere. Recently, after enjoying an afternoon of cycling with her husband, the couple mounted their bicycles on their truck for the return trip home. As they did, she rested her trusty companion, the bkr® bottle, on the truck’s bumper. </div>
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Satisfied from the bike ride, they set about their drive home by traversing ten minutes across the freeway and then climbing the long, steep hill up to their mountain side house. Quenched, she reached for her bkr® bottle and immediately realized she had left it on the bumper. She turned to her husband, and hoping it had somehow found a soft landing in the grass, asked him to drive back to the park to retrieve it. As the devoted husband he is, he turned around, patiently as ever, and began to drive but then suggested to her that maybe she should check the bumper, to which she exclaimed “seriously, there is no way it will still be there!” But just to appease him, she hopped out of the truck and ran back to the bumper – and there it was! Her husband was likely just as surprised as she was when she returned to the passenger seat drinking from her bottle.</div>
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habit will do, she returned her bkr® bottle to the bumper as she unloaded the bikes
from the bike rack. As she lifted the truck’s hatch to retrieve their helmets,
the door knocked her bkr® bottle to the sloped, paved driveway and it was all
she could do to watch her bkr® roll away from her...and then stop, perfectly
intact, at the driveway’s edge. Not only had her bkr® bottle managed to stay
glued to the bumper for their drive home but it then survived a fall in the
end. Even though she could rest assured that her bkr® would be replaced if it
should break, she grew even more fond of her treasured, and remarkable, bkr®. </div>
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Come to Spa Utopia Health & Wellness Center today and
choose a bkr® bottle for your own adventure! Because whether it is at your
desk, in your car, or out in nature’s playground, it is always important to stay
hydrated. Remember to be kind to your body and yourself by drinking lots of
water from a clean and chemical free source. We only have one body, and one
earth, and we need to be good to both!</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8996030115722341957.post-7326875610551506892012-08-03T18:12:00.000-07:002012-08-03T18:14:47.423-07:00BC Long Weekend!<div style="text-align: center;">
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