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Everything You Need to Know About Rolfing

January 4, 2016

“It is gravity that is the tool; it is gravity that is the therapist.”

— Dr. Ida Rolf

What is Rolfing?

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Rolfing is sophisticated system of manual therapy and movement education that — over a series of sessions — help restore and improve structural alignment and functional movement. From this treatment, clients enjoy improved uprightness and range of motion. Many have reported that they experience an increase in energy, ease, and lightness within the body. In a way, it’s a life hack to better performance and quality of life.

Is Rolfing painful?

Rolfing can and does get more intense; though, many usually described it as a “good” pain. It’s important that the Rolfing massage therapist know how much intensity the client’s nervous system can accommodate in order for this treatment to remain safe and effective. Some Rolfers are known for the white-light pain they cause. I am not that kind of Rolfer, but I do understand that this may be what some clients want and expect. Regardless, the experience differs quite a bit from massage, but still feels good for the most part. Furthermore, every intervention has a purpose — structurally or relationally — it’s not random.

How does a Rolfing series work ?

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Most Rolfers model sessions to follow one another in a progressive and thorough series. Traditional Rolfers tailor a Ten Series to meet their client’s needs. Each session may have its own goal, but this series will ultimately aim to align your body vertically within gravity. Many of us believe that it is gravity and its effect on our structure and nervous system that produces the incredible effects of Rolfing.

Dr. Who?

The story of Rolfing is inseparable from its founder. In the 1920s, Dr. Ida P. Rolf began working as an associate in the chemistry labs at the Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research in New York City. There, she first began to study fascia. Fascia is the archetypical representation of our bodies’ connective tissue and is the basis of Dr. Rolf’s work.

Later in life, she began remarking on body’s plastic nature, its ubiquity, and its tensile strength. During her study, she found she could elicit astounding changes in posture, function, and stress. During the 1960s, Dr. Rolf was invited to demonstrate her work at Esalen Institute, where she codified her work into a teachable body of craft that she called Structural Integration. Her students and clients called it ‘Rolfing.’ In 1971, she left Esalen and established the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration in Boulder, Colorado where students could learn to become Rolfers.

What are the benefits of Rolfing?

Rolfing is good for people too healthy to receive a diagnosis from a doctor, but not quite as vital as they would desire. It can delay surgeries and it can help people recover faster from surgery. It makes an excellent support for people making a fresh start, people beginning a new fitness regime, or even a new commitment to mental health. It is good for feeling a little younger — for personal “spring cleaning.” It simply helps people to realign themselves in gravity. Obstacles dissolve and people discover what they need when gravity can flow through them in a healthy manner.

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Now at SALON by milk + honey: Kevin.Murphy Born.Again.Treatment.

August 1, 2012

During the hot summer months we spend a great part of our time outdoors — in the pool, on the boat, or at the beach without the proper protection from the sun. Now is the time to take control by stopping in to SALON by milk + honey for a rejuvenating Kevin.Murphy Born.Again.Treatment. Suitable for all hair types, this Kevin.Murphy treatment will boost your stressed out tresses.

The Kevin.Murphy Born.Again.Treatment. includes four steps:
Born.Again.Wash. — Full of anti-oxidants, amino acids and proteins that will strengthen the hair and deliver tremendous moisture deep inside the hair shaft.
Born.Again.Mask. — A great weekly home treatment, this mask will instantly heal hair from the drying elements and protect it from further summer torture.
Born.Again.Treatment. — Full of anti-oxidant, this is medicine for the hair and scalp.
Young.Again. — A weightless and clear leave-in oil to smooth, strengthen, and protect hair for the elements or heat styling.

$20 to add Kevin.Murphy Born.Again.Treatment. to any hair service.

$65 for a Blowout + Kevin.Murphy Born.Again.Treatment.

Call 512.236.1115 or schedule online.

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Glossing Treatment + Haircut

June 11, 2012

We are thrilled to offer another fabulous treatment at all of our SALON by milk + honey locations.

Glossing Treatment + Haircut
The glossing treatment and haircut is the perfect way to give your hair a shine boost. The gloss adds wonderful shine and is a quick way to enhance your color. You will be sure to turn heads with your silky, shiny, smooth, styled hair.
$100

Call SALON by milk + honey to schedule an appointment.

512.236.1115

Schedule appointments online. Click which location you would like to schedule an appointment.

2nd Street District
Hill Country Galleria
Arboretum Market

Skin Care

Man Gets Facial

March 26, 2012

I was reluctant. I was skeptical. I have seen the light. Yes, I received my first facial.

Why should a (35-year-old) man receive a facial? Great question. My first motivation comes from my wife. After all, it’s my wife who found the place where I get my haircut, and made sure very early in our relationship that I was done with pleated pants. So when she started commenting on my face wrinkles (that’s what they are technically called, right?), I wondered if I should do something about it. You see, she’s the type who actually applies some sort of lotion/sunscreen to her face every single day. If I may speak for all men, we find the idea of sunscreen on your face even on cloudy days, or work days very amusing. If I may speak for all women, they just rolled their eyes at my last comment.

I showed up to milk + honey spa and was ready for my scheduled Signature Facial. That’s right, I didn’t even go with the Men’s Facial for the main reason that it doesn’t include extractions. I’ll get to what that means shortly.

The first thing I was asked to do was change into a robe. I was confused and explained I was getting a facial and not a massage. Perhaps I should back up. Before this treatment, here is what I thought would happen:

1. Get gunk scrubbed into my face.
2. Get heavier gunk stuck on my face.
3. Get gunk peeled off of my face.
4. Eat the cucumbers that were placed over my eyes.

That’s it. That’s what I knew. Needless to say, I was wrong. Facials are from your shoulders and up. Once in my robe, and once in the treatment room I was ready for my facial.

Hayley was my esthetician and did a great job explaining everything to me. My favorite part was that in the beginning she asked if I wanted to know what she was doing, or wanted this to be quiet relaxation. I wanted to know. After examining my skin she commented there was light sun damage and my skin was dehydrated. She was correct, because I just finished nine days of SXSW. She cleansed. During this process she also gave attention to my shoulders, neck, scalp and face. I realize I might be technically wrong to call this a full out massage, but that’s exactly what it felt like. Insanely relaxing. It almost felt like whatever she was doing to my skin was secondary.

Next up were extractions. The polite way to say this is that she removed built up dirt, but we’re all adults here. She was popping zits people (in a very professional way). Hayley explained she doesn’t recommend doing this at home, and one of her key advantages is the angles she is able to take when removing the dirty little problems. I freely admit to having moments in front of the mirror, removing acne. I don’t like it one bit. Especially because I have the type of skin that will remain red with intense pinches. At the end, I fully expected a face dotted with red land mines.

The facial masque was next. In my head, this was going to finally be the boring part. I’d get the masque on, and then sit and wait. While some of you find this relaxing, I get antsy. Guys, don’t worry about being bored during a facial, because this is the best part. After the masque was applied, Hayley started working the arms. That’s right, you receive a full hand/arm massage. At this point I felt like I was discovering a secret world of enjoyment and at any moment a group of women would burst in the room with a cease  and desist order. That never happened. Instead I was in a state of perfect relaxation.

After Hayley removed the masque, I received some intense moisture that my skin desperately needed (remember, SXSW). Then Hayley recapped what she did to my skin, and what I could do to my skin going forward. First off, she recommends quarterly facials, and at the most once a month. She also recommended some products. I picked up the Environmental Cleaner since I loved the scent during the treatment.

With everything finished, I looked in the mirror to see the damage. None. There was nothing. I wasn’t filled with red blotches. Hayley did her job quite well. That wasn’t the most amazing part. I felt my face, specifically my nose. Guys, remember the first time you shaved in high school? I could not believe how smooth my face was. This was the same thing. My face was ridiculously smooth.

Every single smell was amazing. Nothing was flowery, or reeked of perfume. Citrus, red wine, and ginger were the main aromas I remember. In fact, nothing seems feminine about the facial. Is getting acne taken care of girly? Is a neck or arm massage something you wouldn’t love right now?

I love to think in absolutes. So I posed this question to myself, “If I could only choose facials or massages for the rest of my life what would I do?” I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I think facials. That hour with Hayley was insanely relaxing (OK, I admit extractions don’t feel great), plus I don’t want to spend time taking care of my face everyday. I know I’m not going to do it. If milk + honey spa is willing to take that job on, I’m happy to hand it off.

I was reluctant. I was skeptical. I have seen the light. Yes, I received my first facial, and I loved it.

Disclosure: Jeff Bayer does freelance work for milk + honey.

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milk + honey Memberships are Here!

February 2, 2012

Life can be pretty stressful. milk + honey is here to help. With milk + honey Memberships, you can save money on your favorite treatment(s), earn bonus VIP points, and look forward to your next visit in a month! Take a look below and see if a milk + honey Membership or a Series Treatment is right for you. We can make any treatment into a series or membership just right for you.

Treatment Series Membership
Description Pre-pay for a pack of 4 or more treatments of your choice. Annual commitment to enjoy a treatment or treatments once (or multiple times) per month.
Discounts on Services 10% discount 15% discount. Additional discounts may be available if you prepay for the entire year.
Payment Prepay for the entire series. Pay on a monthly basis.
Expiration Series expire one year after purchase. Monthly treatments must be used within 60 days of accruing.
VIP Points Earn VIP points on the cost of the treatment series. Earn VIP Points on the cost of the Membership. Earn bonus VIP points for pre-booking your services.
Additional Benefits Members earn double VIP points for qualified gift certificate and retail product purchases. We’ll call you by the 15th of the month to help remind you to schedule your treatment if you haven’t enjoyed it yet.

Purchase a Treatment Series or Membership by calling milk + honey.

Additional Information on Memberships

Memberships are for Spa Partisans who enjoy our spas and salons on a monthly basis. Any milk + honey treatment can be turned into a membership. You will be entitled to one (or more) treatment(s) per month, billed automatically (you choose the billing date). milk + honey Memberships may be put on hold after 6 months. We can even add gratuity to your plan so you can breeze in and float out without ever having to reach for your pocketbook.

Please do not hesitate to call 512.236.1115 or email us at [email protected] with any additional questions on our Treatments, Treatment Series and milk + honey Memberships.

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Trivia About Honey

March 15, 2010

Ever wonder why we apply honey to your lips at the end of every m+h Facial? Not just sweet and tasty, honey is also a natural humectant that hydrates and renews moisture to the lips. Honey contains a variety of flavonoids and phenolic acids which are antibacterial and also act as antioxidants to eliminate free radicals from the lips, and local honey is also considered an effective homeopathic remedy for alleviating symptoms of seasonal allergies. Treat your kisser to yummy, spa-inspired, at-home healing with a taste of local honey- almost as sweet as a visit to the spa.

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milk + honey is Sporty Spa Treatment

August 25, 2006

Austin Fit Magazine
August 2006
Skin Savvy

Austin Fit Magazine features milk + honey spa saying that we have a spa package “perfectly designed for runners, walkers, and bikers.” milk + honey spa’s downtown location is near Town Lake, one of Austin’s most cherished and active spots to work up a sweat. This article highlights our “Hit the Trail Retreat” spa package, and how its perfect for Austin’s workout fans. Click below for the full article.

Sporty Spa Treatment

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Hit The Trails Retreat featured in Austin Fit Magazine

August 17, 2006

Austin Fit Magazine
August 2006
“Milk + Honey Spa in downtown Austin has created a special package designed specifically for runners, walkers and bikers. Aptly named, the “Hit the Trail Retreat,” is the perfect way to relieve sore muscles after a long run. It starts with an hour-long warming massage, targeting the areas that get the most work while you’re working out. Soothing oils and a heating pad help to relax the body while a trained spa partisan works to get the kinks and knots out that can build up after a run. By the end of the hour, you’ll feel so loose and comfortable that you may even start to doze off.”

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