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Welcome Esthetician Diana

July 12, 2013

DianaWe are ecstatic to introduce our newest esthetician Diana to our Hill Country Galleria skin care team.

She has been in Austin since 2000 and can’t imagine living in a better city. Diana enjoys being an esthetician because she can help clients achieve maximum results while being able to help them relax and reduce stress.

Diana has three simple beauty tips to live by: stress reduction, clean diet, and deep diaphragm breathing.

If you would like to make an appointment please call us at 512.236.1115 or stop by milk + honey spa Hill Country Galleria.

Products

Clarisonic Brush Heads for Each Skin Type now available milk + honey

July 7, 2013

Clarisonic Brush Heads for each type of skin type are now available at milk + honey for $25 each.

Compatible with every model, these soft-bristle facial brush heads vary to accommodate a range of skin types and should be replaced every three months.

Which brush head is right for your skin type?

*Normal: Perfect for normal skin, shaving prep and for use on the décolleté and body.

*Sensitive: Comes standard with most of our cleansing brushes. An easy introduction for sensitive to normal skin types.

*Delicate: Ultra-gentle for those with delicate or extra-sensitive skin.

*Deep Pore Cleansing: Ideal for cleansing oily skin, large pores or hard to reach areas of the face, such as around the nose. The deep pore cleansing brush head is gentle enough for daily use.

*Acne Cleansing: Extra-plush bristle gradation helps to provide ultra-gentle cleansing for sensitive and acne-prone skin. See Acne Clarifying Collection.

*Body: For cleansing areas of the body needing extra care and attention, including the décolleté, hands, arms, elbows and feet. Works with Clarisonic PLUS and PRO models.

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News

New Sunscreen Labels — What You Need to Know

July 6, 2013

At milk + honey, we have a variety of sunscreens available at our online store, as well as each location. You may notice sunscreen labels are changing. USA Today wrote an article describing the changes that are taking place, allowing you to fully understand how best to protect yourself from the sun. Here is an excerpt from the article:

Here is what you need to know:

• SPF numbers still matter. This is the number that tells you how well a product protects you from sunburn, caused by ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. The numbers range from 2 to 100 or more. For a good margin of safety, choose products with SPFs of at least 30 to 50, says Henry Lim, chief of dermatology at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. Keep in mind that you get the promised protection only if you apply the product liberally and often (at least every two hours).

• Low SPFs now come with a warning. Products with SPFs below 15 must carry warnings that they protect only against sunburn, not skin aging or skin cancer. Such products, often sold as “tanning lotions,” are not recommended by dermatologists but “there’s definitely a market of people in sun-tanning denial who are still using them,” says Ellen Marmur, a New York City dermatologist and spokeswoman for the American Academy of Dermatology.

• Broad spectrum claims are backed by testing. Dermatologists have long recommended broad spectrum sunscreens, those that offer significant protection from both UVB and UVA rays. Both kinds of rays contribute to wrinkles and skin cancer. Now products must pass a standard test before they make that claim.

• Water-resistant does not mean waterproof. Labels can no longer say that sunscreens are waterproof or sweat-proof, because all of them wash or wear off. The new labels can claim water resistance, but must tell consumers how often to reapply the product when swimming or sweating — every 40 minutes or every 80 minutes. Those claims also must be backed by testing.

• Sunscreen is never enough. Broad spectrum sunscreens with SPFs of 15 and above now carry labels that say they “can reduce the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging” if used as directed — in combination with limiting your time in the sun, especially at midday, and wearing long sleeves, pants, hats and sunglasses.

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New Spa Partisans

Welcome Spa Partisan Karis

July 6, 2013

KarisWe are thrilled to have Karis, a licensed massage therapist, as the newest member of our 2nd Street District massage team.

Karis moved to Austin from Ann Arbor, Michigan in 2012, and has loved every minute in our great city. When we asked her why she became a massage therapist she said, “to share her passion and enthusiasm for health and well being, and I am excited about supporting the vibrancy of the Austin community through bodywork.”

Karis has very simple beauty tips: sleep, stretch, drink a lot of water, and be happy.

Come visit Karis at our 2nd Street District flagship spa. Call 512.236.1115 and schedule your appointment today.

Salon

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.

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