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As the season changes into spring, it’s time to open the windows, pull back the curtains, and let sunlight into your home. Just the smell of fresh air can do wonders to boost your mood, but to further relieve stress and fight depression, aromatherapists recommend bergamot essential oil.
A yellow-green citrus with a bright orange scent with notes of balsam, bergamot originated in tropical Asia and is most widely grown in Italy, where it was used to treat disease in the 15th century. Although it is not edible, bergamot’s rinds are used to create essential oil. Recommended for treating depression, stress, anxiety, and insomnia. Bergamot is second only to lavender in its ability to relax brainwaves, studies show.
Unlike fragrances or perfumes, aromatherapy oils are natural, derived from plants, and offer healing and anti-bacterial properties. Once inhaled, the oils trigger a response in the brain, and also stimulate your body and your spirit.
At @ease Spa, we offer an aromatherapy facial and an aromatherapy massage. Through March 31, receive a one-hour facial or massage plus a half-hour body scrub or reflexology treatment for just $99.
Has this winter season taken its toll on your complexion? Slough away dead skin cells, dry patches and discoloration with the powerful technology of microdermabrasion.
A microdermabrasion facial improves the appearance of skin texture, large pores, acne and acne scaring, dry or dull patches, sun spots, age spots, rough skin, clogged pores, stretch marks, uneven skin tone, fine lines and wrinkles. A perfect skin polish that includes a light cleansing, microdermabrasion uses a powerful device to spray micro-crystals across the surface of the skin, exfoliating gently and precisely. It can be applied to many different areas of the skin, such as the face, neck, chest, and hands. The treatment is painless, and you will be able to return to work immediately, radiant and refreshed.
Be sure to take advantage of @ease Spa’s March specials, including our $99 package featuring a one-hour facial or massage and a half-hour body scrub or reflexology.
Have you ever dreamed of being covered with chocolate? We’re here to make your dreams come true! Indulge in the ultimate beauty treatment using the power of chocolate to moisturize, firm, tone, and soften skin. After thorough exfoliation, @ease Spa masseurs will apply a rich chocolate mud all over your entire body!
Once you’ve been given enough time to settle into your chocolate cocoon of warmth, we will rinse the chocolate mud off of you with our luxurious Vichy shower. A full massage, given with chocolate oil, will conclude this most savory sensorial experience that will leave you intoxicated from the aromatic energy for weeks to follow.
Also, for the month of February, save $10 on any hour-long massage or facial at @ease Spa!
 Control fly-aways and frizz with these tips. Let’s face it, with all of the wind, freezing temperatures, dry indoor heating, and mixed precipitation, wintertime can leave you wanting to keep your hat on–even indoors. Keep your tresses looking and feeling healthy with these winter hair care tips:
- Shampoo less often: Prevent a dry scalp and tresses by shampooing less than usual, and rinse hair with cold water to lock in moisture.
- Deep condition: Once or twice a week, use a thick, extra-moisturizing deep conditioning treatment to keep hair pliable. Use products with natural ingredients, such as shea butter.
- Add oil: Rub a dime-sized drop of olive or saffron oil between your palms and apply to hair, root to ends, for quick relief of winter frizz.
- Hands to hair: Every time you apply moisturizing lotion to your hands, touch the ends of your hair to tame fly-aways.
- Attack static: A round boar-bristle brush will calm static–so will rubbing your head with a fabric softener sheet.
- Avoid alcohol: Hair sprays that include alcohol can make hair dry and brittle–instead use a styling cream.
- Limit dryer time: Gently blot hair with a towel before using your blow dryer to keep drying time to a minimum. If you can, switch to the “cool” setting although this will take longer to dry.
 Nothing says love like a relaxing massage! Are you wondering what special gift to get your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day? Show the one you love how you really feel and go for an ultra-romantic experience at @ease Spa, where we are having the following special packages from Feb. 1-28:
*Valentines Day Specials*
Couples’ Retreat
$350 3 1/2 hr Special
1 1/2 hr couples massage with reflexology
1 1/2 hour facial with body wrap
light lunch
$99 Special
1 hr massage or facial
1/2 hr scrub or reflexology
When booking please mention the promotion of interest.
Not to be combined with any other offer.
In the United States, the personal care industry is a highly unregulated one. Unfortunately, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate beauty and cosmetics products and therefore it is up to the consumer to evaluate them. The following is a list of ingredients to avoid in personal care products:
1. Parabens (Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, and Parahydroxybenzoate) – These preservatives are the most common-used preservatives in skin care products. Studies have linked these preservatives to breast cancer and hormone disruptions.
2. Imidazolidinyl Urea – This preservative is the second-most used preservative in personal care products and is used as an antimicrobial. This preservative can cause an allergic reaction to skin and it may also release formaldehyde, a toxic chemical.
3. Propylene Glycol – This chemical helps skin absorb other ingredients in personal care products. Some studies have shown that it may disrupt reproductive health and can cause allergic skin reactions such as hives and eczema.
4. Triethanolamine (TEA) – This chemical acts as a detergent and prevents products from separating; it is found in soaps, shampoos, and lotions. TEA irritates skin and some studies have linked its use to certain cancers.
5. Synthetic colors – Many beauty and skin care products contain synthetic dyes. Coal tar dyes, Blue1, and Green3 all have been linked to cancer.
It is not always feasible to avoid every harmful chemical in personal care products however, a little research will help you discern the bad stuff. Also, use common sense–if the product contains an ingredient that you cannot pronounce, chances are that it is harmful. Using products with natural and organic ingredients will also prevent the use of these harmful chemicals.
Now that the winter season is upon us, dry skin will be an inevitable problem. However, certain steps can be taken to prevent it and you don’t need to spend a lot of money on expensive scrubs and moisturizers. The following are some tips on how to prevent and soothe dry skin:
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Do not use hot water when bathing – To prevent dry skin, never use hot water when showering. Using hot water will strip skin of its natural moisture. Instead, use warm water to shower and limit it to 15 minutes. Your hair texture will also benefit from warm showers as you will be removing less of its natural oils. Warm showers are the first step in preventing dry skin.
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Do not use perfumed soaps – Soaps with perfume may smell great but they tend to dry out skin. Look for soap that doesn’t contain harsh chemicals and try soap with natural ingredients as aloe vera, cocoa butter, and natural oils. A good drugstore solution is Dove. Dove soap is recommended by dermatologists for dry skin and is a cheap find.
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Try homemade scrubs – You don’t need to spend a lot of money on a scrub to treat dry skin. You can make one yourself for very little. The following are some recipes for homemade scrubs:
Brown Sugar Scrub
¼ Cup of Brown Sugar
1 Tablespoon of Dry Milk Powder
2 Tablespoons of Oatmeal
½ Teaspoon of Vanilla
¼ Cup of Coconut Oil
Combine the ingredients to make a paste. Then, gently rub the scrub into your skin and rinse with warm water. Your skin will be left smooth and smelling sweet!
Easy Salt Scrub
1 Part Sea Salt
1 Part Coconut, Almond, Safflower, or Vegetable Oil (Do not use Olive Oil as it will leave behind an odor.)
5 Drops of Essential Oil (Choose whichever you like as this is for scent only. Good ones are rose and lavender.)
Combine the ingredients and make the needed amount. Rub on skin and rinse thoroughly. This is scrub is cheap and easy to make.
- Use a humidifier – Heating systems in homes can remove skin’s moisture during the winter months. Using a humidifier will help keep moisture in your home and on your skin.
Did you know that only 11 percent of the 10,500 chemicals used in mainstream cosmetics have been screened for safety? Think of how close the particles of your makeup get to your skin, eyes, nose, and mouth–it’s impossible for makeup to not be ingested, inhaled, or imbedded in your bloodstream on occasion. For a list of organic makeup lines, check out this blog. Organic cosmetics are made from mineral pigments and organic plant extracts. Many of these products offer natural sun filters and long-lasting color and unlike conventional makeup, none of these products contain synthetic dyes, artificial fragrances, or petro-chemicals.
Every fall and spring, New Jersey residents can score amazing deals on professional spa treatments throughout the state, thanks to New Jersey Spa Week! Coming Oct. 12-18, spas in New Jersey (and New York) are offering luxury spa services, some normally costing up to $200, for just $50. At @Ease Spa, our $50 Spa Week specials will include:
50-minute Shiatsu Thai Massage
50-minute Algae Wrap or 50-minute Dead Sea Mud Rub
50-minute Massage or 50-minute Facial
You can book your appointment now–spa week fills up fast, so be sure to give us a call and get ready to treat yourself!
Indulge in the exotic aromas and healing properties of Mediterranean pomegranates with this enriching 2-1/2 hour package. The pomegranate’s deep red color and abundant fruit seeds have been symbols of love and fertility for thousands of years, and its arrival represents the fall season.
Our package includes:
- 1 hour Pomegranate Oil Massage
- 1 hour Facial
- 1/2 hour Pomegranate Body Scrub
Enjoy and hour-long massage using pomegranate seed oil, which contains high levels of antioxidants that fight free radicals and skin aging. Because of these properties, pomegranate seed oil is used to rejuvenate and moisturize dry, cracked, mature, and irritated skin, bringing elasticity back to the skin. For our signature one-hour facial, treat your face to deep cleansing, exfoliation, and nourishment. Completing the experience is our polishing pomegranate body scrub, which blends natural extracts and pomegranate seeds and is high in Vitamin C and antioxidants. You will be left feeling smooth, hydrated, and delicately scented with a sweet berry fragrance.
Available now through Oct. 31, 2009, for just $150!
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