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easiLengths Tape-in Hair Extensions now available at milk + honey

June 27, 2013

Our stylists are now expertly trained with easiLengths Tape-in Hair Extensions. It’s a revolutionary new way of doing hair extensions with 100% remy human hair constructed using wafer thin polyurethane wefted panels, which are applied using a medical grade adhesive that is safe and secure. Your hair is folded inside a panel and tape secures it in place. This system is fast and does not damage your natural hair. With easiLengths you can add volume and length, plus you don’t have to wait to grow out of an old look or fix a bad cut. Schedule your consultation today, get your new look tomorrow.

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Top 5 Reasons Women Get Hair Extensions:

1) Add instant length, volume or thickness to their hair. You always wanted long hair or thicker hair and for whatever reason have never been able to grow your own hair out.

2) Cover up a really bad haircut. So, you got a really short shag hair style and you absolutely hate it? Solution: Hair Extensions.

3) Add bold or subtle highlights to your hair without chemical processing.

4) Get a new look for a special occasion (wedding, prom, formal event).

5) Just for fun! Some people like to experiment with their hair styles. Hair extensions offer an instant new look.

How long does it take to apply?

Application time varies from 45 to 90 minutes.

What type of hair?

100% remy human hair. Remy human hair is the highest quality available, staying shiny and “tangle free” longer than any other.

How long does it last?

This system will last 6 up to 8 weeks and can be reapplied at least 1 time (hair re-usage depends on how well you take care of the hair).

Pricing?

Consultation required. Pricing ranges from $400 to $1100, depending on the type of transformation.

Available transformations:
Volume – add up to 40% more volume
Length – with hair panels in up to 20 inch length, the opportunity for very long hair is great
Trend – add length in specific areas, create asymmetrical looks
Corrective – fix a bad haircut without cutting more hair

Call 512.236.1115 to schedule your easiLengths Hair Extention appointment today.

New Spa Partisans

Welcome Spa Partisan Marie

June 25, 2013

MariePlease join us in welcoming Marie, a licensed massage therapist, to our 2nd Street District massage team.

Marie came to Austin in 2010, from Seattle. Being a dancer helped her realize how much massage could help her with her performance, recovery and sustain her body for a longer career. She loves the idea that as a massage therapist she can help people do what they love and ultimately live a less stressful life.

Help us welcome Marie to our signature location in downtown Austin, and make an appointment with her today!

New Spa Partisans

Welcome Natural Nail Therapist Angi

June 20, 2013

AngiWe are pleased to welcome Angi to our milk + honey Hill Country Galleria team. Our newest Natural Nail Therapist just moved to Austin in May 2013 from Akron Ohio and loves this city.

Angi loves beauty and believes this is definitely the right industry for her. She feels she has to have a career that is very interactive with people and helping them feel great.

Her favorite beauty secret is coconut oil, is a great natural skin care product and has so many other fantastic uses.

Welcome Angi, we’re very excited to have you join our milk + honey family.

New Spa Partisans

Welcome Spa Partisan Erin

June 11, 2013

ErinWe are so lucky to have Erin joining our 2nd Street District as our newest Massage Therapist.

Erin has been an Austinite since 2008, and loved every minute of it.

She decided that massage was the profession for her not only because she loves helping others, but also gets to be in an environment that is relaxing with people who are happy to be there.

Erin’s beauty recommendation: sleep. The body heals during your down time.

Come see her at our 2nd Street District spa and welcome her to our team!

Products

Sole Mate Hydrating Foot Balm now at milk + honey

June 3, 2013

Sole Mate Hydrating Foot Balm is now available at milk + honey for $20.

SpaRitual Sole Mate Hydrating Foot Balm penetrates deep in to the toughest of dry skin to heal and lock in moisture within. This balm repairs, soothes, revitalizes and protects dry and tired skin.

Foot Balm• 71% certified organic ingredients
• A compound of Baobab Oil and Organic Fair Trade Shea Butter soothes sore joints, hydrates and protects
• Penetrates deep to comfort and heal from within
• Organic Papaya Extract and Tamanu Oil to help dissolve and soften thick calluses with natural disinfecting properties.
• SpaRitual Sole Mate Hydrating Foot Balm is everyday therapy that nourishes and moisturizes rough and calloused feet and heels.

Just for you: Especially for dry and calloused heels.

A Closer Look: Formulated with SpaRitual’s breakthrough HydroSoft technology and with organic Papaya extract and Tamanu oil, it helps dissolve and soften thick calluses with natural disinfecting properties.

Get Started: Soak your feet in warm water for about 15 minutes to soften your heels and then gently exfoliate with a scrub. Rinse, dry and then use a liberal amount of SpaRitual Sole Mate Hydrating Foot Balm. Use at night after a good 15-minute soak. Wash your hands after use.

Promotions and Celebrations

Father’s Day at milk + honey — Give and Receive!

June 2, 2013

PortraitGive and receive this Father’s Day with milk + honey. When you purchase one of our For Men Gift Certificate treatments or a Men’s Haircut, you will receive a $20 Gift Certificate for yourself. That’s right, relax the father figure in your life, and get rewarded with a treat of your own.

The Details:
* This offer is available June 2-16. Limit one per client.
* For Men treatments include milk + honey’s Sports Massage, Men’s Facial, Men’s Deep Clean Facial, Manly Manicure + Pedicure Combo, Men’s Haircut, and Manly Retreat.
* The $20 Gift Certificate is valid Monday-Wednesday, and may not be used the same day the For Men purchase is made.
* If purchased online, milk + honey will contact you to find out where you would like your $20 Gift Certificate sent.

Promotions and Celebrations

milk + honey Arboretum Market 2013 Mother’s Day Makeover Winner with Before and After Pics

May 21, 2013

The response to our makeover contest was absolutely overwhelming. We want to thank everyone for taking the time to write us and tell us why their mom should win.

Each winner received the following: m + h Manicure/Pedicure, Cut + Color, Makeup Application, and a goodie bag filled with our favorite milk + honey products.

Arboretum Market Winner
Tabitha (entered by her employer Lisa)

Tabitha has been my chairside dental assistant for the past four years. She is a very hard worker who has a very positive and friendly personality. She has a smile and laugh that puts our patients at ease (something not too easy to do at a dental office).

Tabitha is the mother of five kids all under the age of 10. She and her husband are raising his, hers and their kids. These kids are pretty amazing too. They are polite and sweet, and extremely well behaved in public. They are her number one priority, and it shows in the kids!

How she manages to come to work each day smiling and happy to be here is amazing! Knowing that when she leaves work each day she has food to prepare, homework to help with, kids to bathe, etc., she is just getting started with the rest of her day at 4 p.m. She’s really a neat person who I respect and admire, and oddly enough, I am old enough to be her mother! If there is anyone in this town who deserves a day of pampering at milk + honey, it is Tabitha!

Tabitha Before/After

Skin Care

milk + honey’s Best Products to Fight Sun Damage

May 18, 2013

Get physical in the fight against sun damage. We care about you and your skin’s health. As the weather warms up and we spend more time outside, we want you to be protected against the sun’s harmful rays. Here is what your favorite Spa Partisans use:

These CosMedix products are available at milk + honey and our online store.

Screen Shot 2013-05-18 at 8.25.50 AMHydrate + (Daily Moisturizer SPF 17)
This light, daily antioxidant moisturizer hydrates the skin while helping to protect it from sun exposure. With an advanced zinc oxide and natural antioxidant formula, Hydrate + provides exceptional UV protection without irritating synthetic chemicals.This light, daily antioxidant moisturizer hydrates the skin while helping to protect it from sun exposure. With an advanced zinc oxide and natural antioxidant formula, Hydrate + provides exceptional UV protection without irritating synthetic chemicals.

Serious Protection (SPF 28 Sunscreen)
Whereas most conventional sunscreens only protect against surface, sun-burning UVB light, Serious Protection’s guard extends to deeper skin layers vulnerable to photoaging. Containing a non-irritating, chemical-free, titanium dioxide and zinc oxide formula, this broad spectrum solution effectively shields against both UVA and UVB light to keep skin naturally safe.

reflectReflect (SPF 30 Natural Sunscreen)
Reflect offers broad spectrum SPF 30 protection in a non-irritating, oil-free formula. Combining micronized titanium dioxide—nature’s own sunscreen—with two skin-specific antioxidants, Reflect provides lightweight UV protection on the go – perfect to throw in your gym bag.

Sun Smart Skin from the Esthetician’s Point of View
By Victoria Wigg, LME CosMedix

Through the ages, having a sun tan has gone from being undesirable to being a show of status. However, as we better understand the damage caused to our DNA from overexposure to ultraviolet light, we recognize the danger behind the beauty of sun-bronzed skin.

Every time we step into the sun, we battle three different waves of ultraviolet light—UVA, UVB and UVC. While UVB is the wave responsible for tanned skin and sunburns, all three, in excess, damage the skin. This damage can range from premature wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and the breakdown of elasticity to DNA damage and even skin cancer. While the effects sometimes take years to show up, many experts believe the majority of damage occurs in the first twenty years of life. Fortunately, by utilizing proven ingredients daily, you can help prevent and reverse many of the signs of trauma.

Sunscreen is a critical part of skin protection. There are certain factors to look for when choosing a sunscreen. For instance, is the active ingredient mineral or chemical-based? Common chemical forms include avobenzone (parsol 1789), octinoxate, octisalate, octocrylene, oxybenzone, ecamule (Mexoryl SX), homosalate, Padimate A and Padimate O. In contrast, there are only two mineral sunscreens approved by the FDA—titanium dioxide and zinc oxide.

Chemical sunscreens work by absorbing the sun’s rays, while mineral sunscreens reflect them away from the skin. For this reason, many skin professionals today recommend the mineral form, which is also available in certain mineral makeup.

When it comes to combating the signs of damage, antioxidants are essential. UV overexposure often creates free radical cascades where highly unstable molecules with unpaired electrons tax the body. Antioxidants help relieve this stress by sacrificing an electron to neutralize the free radical threat. Look for tetrahydrocurcumonoids, oat glucan, D-alpha tocopherol, tocomin, astaxanthin, gluconolactone, and my favorite, L-superoxide dismutase, when comparing products. Other reparative ingredients to consider include aminoguanidine, aloe vera, copper complex and niacinamide.

Restorative treatments, like exfoliating facials, chemical peels, intense pulsed light and laser treatments, work to correct past damage. Effective corrective ingredients include vitamin A, lactic acid, malic acid, tartaric acid, azelaic acid, arbutin, L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C), cassia beta glycan and epidermal growth factors.

Despite the effectiveness of today’s treatments, it is still much easier to protect the skin than to reverse the signs of damage. Using proper sunscreen, avoiding the sun at the highest point of the day—11 a.m. to 3 p.m.—wearing a large brim hat and using an umbrella are sensible ways to enjoy the sunshine and soak up a little vitamin D without reaping all of the negative benefits of UV exposure. For existing sun damage, see a licensed skin professional for a complete analysis of your skin and recommendations on how to correct it.

Promotions and Celebrations

milk + honey’s 2013 Mother’s Day Makeover Contest Winners!

May 10, 2013

The response to our makeover contest was absolutely overwhelming. We want to thank everyone for taking the time to write us and tell us why their mom should win.

Each winner will receive the following: m + h Manicure/Pedicure, Cut + Color, Makeup Application, and a goodie bag filled with our favorite milk + honey products.

Stay tuned for before and after pictures of all of our winners.

Our Three Winners
2nd Street District Winner
Roberta (entered by her daughter Charla)

My mom raised me and my three brothers by herself. As a single mother, my mom was never able to experience luxuries like facials, pedicures, manicures and massages. Instead, my mom was working full time and sacrificing in order to provide us with the best life possible.

Currently, my mom is going through a tough divorce and is in a bit of a funk. She doesn’t feel like getting out and meeting new people and experiencing new things. It has a lot to do with her feeling negative about herself. This makeover would be a great way to boost her self esteem and give her the push she needs to enter into her new life.

I owe everything to my mom and she deserves a makeover that would make her feel as special as she is.

Hill Country Galleria Winner
Betty (entered by her son Rudy)

If there is anyone who deserves this great gift from milk + honey, it’s surely my mother. For the past three years, my mom has lovingly (without complaint) taken care of my father who has been diagnosed with heart, kidney and knee problems. His mobility has been compromised and is currently having to perform dialysis on a daily basis from home. The entire time during these events, my mom smiles and always puts her best foot forward for our family. She’s beyond tired, but simply won’t show it.

A makeover from milk + honey would be an absolute treat for her and she would appreciate it beyond words. It’s the simple things that make her happy, and for this Mother’s Day, she deserves for the world to know how great she is. Her outlook is always positive and to this day, she still inspires me by her actions and words. I want her to feel as beautiful on the outside as she is on the inside… if that’s even possible.

Even if she doesn’t win this contest, it feels good telling someone else how wonderful she is.

Thank you mom.

Arboretum Market Winner
Tabitha (entered by her employer Lisa)

Tabitha has been my chairside dental assistant for the past four years. She is a very hard worker who has a very positive and friendly personality. She has a smile and laugh that puts our patients at ease (something not too easy to do at a dental office).

Tabitha is the mother of five kids all under the age of 10. She and her husband are raising his, hers and their kids. These kids are pretty amazing too. They are polite and sweet, and extremely well behaved in public. They are her number one priority, and it shows in the kids!

How she manages to come to work each day smiling and happy to be here is amazing! Knowing that when she leaves work each day she has food to prepare, homework to help with, kids to bathe, etc., she is just getting started with the rest of her day at 4 p.m. She’s really a neat person who I respect and admire, and oddly enough, I am old enough to be her mother! If there is anyone in this town who deserves a day of pampering at milk + honey, it is Tabitha!

Events, Nails

UPDATE: milk + honey Went Blue for Autism Speaks in April

May 5, 2013

UPDATE: We want to thank all of our fantastic clients who felt like looking extra blue this April for Autism Speaks and its Light It Up Blue campaign. milk + honey is proud to announce 56 individuals had a blue manicure or pedicure in the month of April, and we’re donating $5 for each of those to the foundation Autism Speaks.

Thank you again to every one who participated. It is always wonderful to see the community come together and help out.

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AS_10 LIUB AS Branding logo MASTER OLFeeling blue? Well, you should and it has nothing to do with April showers. milk + honey spa 2nd Street District is proud to join forces with other area businesses for the campaign Autism Speaks, the world’s largest Autism science and advocacy organization, in its Light It Up Blue campaign.

During the month of April, milk + honey will donate $5 to Autism Speaks for each blue manicure or pedicure our clients receive.

Our m + h Manicure or Pedicure, Lux Manicure or Pedicure, and our Seasonal Orange Blossom Manicure or Pedicure are all eligible for this offer. Ladies, don’t worry, we have plenty of wonderful shades of blue for you to look your best.

The Light It Up Blue campaign is to raise awareness for Autism and to help Austinites identify, support, and include those with Autism in our community.

Please check out other local businesses who are also helping raise awareness for Autism.

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