| Apothecary Wellness News
November 2009 |
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| Q & A |
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Q: Should I get a massage or facial if I feel sick?
A: Massage releases toxins, which, in a healthy system can be easily flushed away with some extra water. However, if your're not feeling well already, the toxins released during a massage can create a substantial challange for your immune system. It is especially important during cold and flu season to be mindful of how you feel before you come in for a massage. If you feel a cold coming on, a massage could potentially make you feel worse by dumping toxins into your already challenges system. It is alway better to err on the side of caution and re-schedule your appointment. Your therapist will be understanding and be more than happy to re-schedule your appointment for you. | |
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| We are excited to introduce two new skin care products from ilike organic skin care, a new facial to showcase those new products, a great new Back Facial and a warm and soothing new add-on treatment.
NEW PRODUCTS
The Age Defense Bioflavonoid Serum and the Age Defense Bioflavonoid Moisturizer from ilike organic skin care are composed of fruits and herbs with extremely high bioflavonoid content.
The products contain Blackcurrant, Elderberry, Cantaloupe and Algae that are all very rich in vitamins and minerals, too. They bind free radicals, increase the throughput of the capillaries, and improve the blood circulation, which increases the amount of nutrients, vitamins and oxygen reaching the skin.
They stimulate the collagen production and improve the immunity of the skin.
Age Defense Bioflavonoid Serum 1.2 oz ~ $80
Age Defense Bioflavonoid Moisturizer 1.7 oz ~ $60
NEW SERVICES
We have created a new skin treatment using these amazing new products. The Age Defense Facial will protect your skin against the pollutants, stress, sun exposure and free radicals of modern society and help slow down or reverse the effects of these intruders while increasing the nutrient and oxygen content of your skin's cells.
Age Defense Facial 60 min. ~ $85
The Herbal Back Facial is a customized relaxing treatment that provides deep pore cleansing with gentle steaming to lift impurities, followed by gentle extraction, a relaxing and hydrating massage with warm stones, and a specialized treatment mask. The treatment finishes with an oil-free moisturizer to keep your skin radiant. Perfect for men and women.
Herbal Back Facial 60 min. ~ $90
Create a more relaxing treatment by including a few warm basalt stones to your massage with our Hot Stone Add-on.
Add to any massage ~ $15 | |
| Benefit of Hot Stones |
Melt Away Chronic Tension
with Hot Stones
Chronic holding patterns, otherwise known as "body armoring" are caused by several factors such as repetitive use and psychological stress. For example, a person who is constantly hunched over a keyboard most of the day will eventually slump their shoulders forward and up towards their ears causing their pectoral muscles to shorten and cause tension in the neck and shoulder areas. They may continue to be in this posture even when they are not at work, causing their bodies to constantly shift and adjust into this contorted posture.
If you find yourself constantly having tension on one side of your neck and not the other, or if you have chronic back pain or headaches you may be body armoring. Heat therapy is essential when dealing with chronic holding patterns. Heat aids in circulation to the affected area, thereby relaxing and loosening the tissue. Warming and loosening the soft tissue allows fresh blood and lymphatic fluid into tight areas, relieving tension and allowing the body to move more freely. Adding hot stones to your next massage can be extremely beneficial in dealing with chronic issues.
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| Health-Ful Hints |
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Stay Healthy This Season
 As the chill of winter arrives, so does the prospect of congestion and coughing, sore throats and sniffles and other less-than-desirable symptoms. While we can all help prevent viral and bacterial infections by washing hands regularly and avoiding germ-laden surfaces, it's not just the bugs we encounter that determine how healthy we are. Our well-being also depends on how prepared our bodies are to fight them.
Here are a few ways to make sure we are ready to fight off those bugs and move toward optimal health.
- Manage your stress - whether that is with regular massage, yoga or taking a hot bath, lowering your stress levels will help raise your immunity
- Eat a well balanced diet - without a nourishing diet, your body is more vulnerable to infections
- Go for the good bugs - probiotics promote good digestive health which has been linked to stronger immunity
- Add more garlic to your diet - adding raw or lightly cooked garlic and onions may help keep you healthy. Both foods posses antiviral and antibacterial properties and help boost immunity
So what happens if despite your best efforts you start to feel a cold coming on?
- Try taking Echinacea at the first sign of symptoms. Aim for three grams daily in tincture or capsule form
- Have some honey. For some, honey maybe more effective than over-the-counter cough syrup for quelling night-time coughing. Try Manuka honey, prized for it's medicinal properties
- Slippery Elm lozenges are great for sore throats
- Fresh ginger is a useful herbal remedy for nasal and chest congestion. Pour two cups of boiling water over a one-inch piece of peeled, grated ginger, steep for 10 minutes and strain.
Last but certainly not least.....REST, REST, REST. A cold is your body's way of telling you to slow down. Taking a day or two to just rest will help you get over your cold much faster. |
| Holiday Gift Ideas |
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Searching for the perfect holiday gift this year? Why not give the gift of wellness and beauty. Apothecary Wellness has many wonderful gifts for you to give, such as organic skin care kits, sooting bath salts made with dead sea salt and organic herbs, re-usable tote bags and mineral make-up.
Here are some great deals to help you check off that list:
- Purchase a gift certificate for a 60 min. Custom Massage or Custom Organic Facial for only $70 and receive a free gift with purchase ~ $10 savings
- Take care of every one on your list...incuding yourself. Purchase 3 full price gift certificates and receive a $25 credit on your account (Individual gift certificates must be $50 or more)
- Dont forget about the great Treatment Gift Packages we offer as well
- The Apothecary Wellness Program is the ultimate gift for someone you love....or for yourself. What better way to help you stay happy and healthy than to offer a massage every month of the year!
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Thank you from The Staff at
Apothecary Wellness
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| FREE
Gift with Purchase |
Purchase a gift certificate for a 60-min. Custom Massage or Custom Organic Facial for $70, and receive a gift with your purchase.
Choose from a skin care sample bag or a packet of organic loose tea.
Offer expires 12-31-09 |
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