| | | | | | Modern Day Magic
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Judith Jackson
| | | Alchemy, the soulful science of the Middle Ages that involves the investigation of nature by combining elements of chemistry, metallurgy, physics, medicine, astrology, mysticism, spiritualism, and art, has been rediscovered as an elixir for 21st-century transformation. Ever since court priests and physicians empowered and preserved Egyptian kings and queens, alchemy has brought inspiration, relief, and regeneration to its practitioners. Today, treatments inspired by alchemy, such as aromatherapy that incorporates such heady Renaissance scents as clove, frankincense, nutmeg, and sandalwood, can help spa-goers experience a true transformation.
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| | | | Spice Things Up
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Megan O'Neill
| | | Here in the western world, we tend to think of ginger in terms of sweet treats: ginger snap cookies, gingerbread men, ginger ale. Doing so, though, denies the plant (it is actually the root of the zingiber officinale plant) its more piquant side, which has spiced up savory dishes served around the world for centuries. Ginger was first produced in China, where the zingiber plant originated, and it then spread to Southeast Asia, West Africa, the Caribbean, and even Hawaii. While there are limitless culinary uses for the root, it is the skin benefits it offers that have led to its being used in spa services.
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| | | | Mom's the Word
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Polly Johnson
| | | Pregnancy can be a euphoric experience for moms-to-be. It is a time when pregnant women and new moms deserve to have attention lavished upon them. Where better to do that than a spa? Massage techniques for expectant and new mothers can make all the difference through the emotional and physical complexities of pregnancy and childbirth and can help your spa become a mecca for moms.
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| | | | Star of Texas
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Nicole Palmieri
| | | Combining elegance with historic glamour, a legendary Art Deco hotel introduces a world-class spa.
| | | Tropical Treasure
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Heather Mikesell
| | | Island living takes on lavish new meaning thanks to a luxe and indulgent spa at a celebrated Barbadian resort.
| | | Hawaiian Healing
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Heather Mikesell
| | | An idyllic setting on Kauai invites guests to tap into the island's therapeutic traditions and leave the real world behind.
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| | | | | | | People
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Nicole Palmieri
| | | Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort Spa & Casino (Incline Village, NV) has appointed Julia Chang as spa director of Stillwater Spa & Salon. She will oversee daily operations.
| | | Happenings
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Nicole Palmieri
| | | Repêchage's 10th International Congress, held at the company's headquarters in Secaucus, NJ, was attended by more than 100 spa and salon professionals and featured a panel of seven guest speakers who presented trends and health and wellness programs.
| | | Good Deeds
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Nicole Palmieri
| | | Jane Iredale announced it will serve as the official cosmetic sponsor for Spa Day 2008 for the fifth consecutive year. Spa Day is a national one-day pampering and fundraising event that raises money for Aid for AIDS, an organization that benefits women and children living with HIV/AIDS. On Nov. 20, participating spas and salons from across the country will donate 20 percent or more of their proceeds to Aid for AIDS.
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Nicole Palmieri
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