Tiffany Little's mother decided to surprise her with a gift of a Keratin Complex hair treatment.  Tiffany is all smiles and looks absolutely beautiful with her silky smooth hair. As the mother of 6 wonderful children, I am certain she rarely takes time for herself.  This treatment lasts 3-5 months so it is perfect for a busy mom or really anyone that doesn't have the time to straighten their hair every day.  Tiffany, thank you for allowing us to share your story!  

To learn more about Keratin Complex Treatments pricing or to try a one day trial treatment to see if Keratin Complex is for you, click here.

Shop at Ann Taylor Loft Wednesday October 23rd to Friday October 25th-- bring us your receipt and you get 30% off any specialty manicure or specialty pedicure with any nail technician or adult haircut with Christie*.

*The appointment must be for Wednesday October 23rd through Friday October 25th 
 
PLUS! Ann Taylor Loft is offering 50% off everything in the store on October 23rd! 

I have always heard of Fashion Week, but until recently I have not really understood it ... 

Not too long ago, my Netflix queue suggested a movie called "The Tents," which is a behind-the-scenes look at Fashion Week. I was fascinated to learn that New York's Fashion Week gained international recognition in the early 1990's when  forward-thinking members of the fashion industry convinced New York city to allow them to set up huge tents in Bryant Park.  By concentrating all of the week's activities in one location, they created a fashion extravaganza that brought attention to American designers. 

Watching the interviews with Donna Karan and Betsey Johnson and Caroline Herrera caused me to think about American aesthetics and fashion. It also got me thinking about personal style. One of my favorite parts of the movie was interviews with the regular, everyday people who spent months planning their outfits for Fashion Week.

Often when I look at a fashion magazine, I find myself looking in my closet and my make-up bag and thinking about how I can re-imagine my style. Sometimes this means combining clothing, jewelry, or shoes that I had never worn together before. Other time it means trying different make-up or changing my haircut or color.

According to Ralph Lauren, "Fashion is not necessarily about labels. It's not about brands. It's about something else that comes from within you."

Fashion Week is a great time to find inspiration to try something new!

Does thinking about exercising count? How about carrying around gym clothes or a yoga mat? If so, then there are lots of extremely fit people. These two activities don't burn quite the number of calories or get us as fit and limber as we would like.  But we have recently discovered some great ways to get our circulation going, get a good stretch, and even make time for exercise.     
  
One really neat option is online exercise courses.  A little bit of searching on Google or you tube reveals that there are quite a number of exercise instructors, physical therapists, and energetic people in the world who are willing to guide you through online exercise. A cool website that we have used with great success is wwwblackswanyoga.tv  For $8 per month, you can sign up for a teacher's "channel" and take as many classes as you would like over the course of 30 days. Here's why we like it: classes are on your schedule rather than theirs; you can choose whether you want a 5 minute stretch that targets one muscle group or a full 60 minute class; it's available everywhere, whether you are at home or on the road and; you can even share your login with friends and family!  

If yoga is not your thing or you are feeling tired but need some stretching, consider a Thai Massage. This ancient form of massage was developed in Thailand and is still taught today in Bangkok at the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. It involves yoga-like stretches that are invigorating and designed to improve circulation. Luckily you don't have to go all the way to Thailand to get this massage. You can just call us at Body Works to book an appointment. 

Whether you do online yoga or book a Thai Massage, our goal is for you to feel as relaxed as that Reclining Buddha looks.

Have you always thought about getting a massage but never gotten around to it?  Many people are nervous or afraid, so they don’t get a massage because they don’t know what it will be like.  Well, as a long-time massage veteran, I’m going to tell you what to expect from a massage.

A Little Bit of Paperwork: When you arrive you will be asked to fill out a form where you provide information about your health background and what your needs and preferences are for your message.  It’s okay if you don’t know what your massage needs are because the therapist will help you out.

Talk With Your Therapist: Before the massage, the therapist will review your health information and ask questions.  This usually happens in the massage room so that you are not discussing private health information in a public area.  If you are new to massage, the spa, or the therapist, this is a good time to ask questions.

Should I Take Off All of My Clothes? The therapist will leave you in the massage room to undress to your level of comfort and to relax on the massage table for a few minutes before the massage. Generally, clients completely undress and lie under clean sheets, but if you are more comfortable wearing your underwear, it is completely up to you.  Note that the therapist will never fully uncover you.  They will work on a specific area of the body, such as the back, one leg, or the arms, and then re-cover the area before continuing.  Thai Massage is the exception to these rules because clients remain fully-clothed during this yoga-like massage.    

What if the Therapist Uses Too Much Pressure? Some types of massage are designed to be very relaxing while others are therapeutic and may focus on addressing specific health concerns.  The level of pressure can differ by style of massage and by therapist.  If the massage therapist is using too much pressure, don’t be afraid to ask for light or medium pressure instead.  They don’t want you to be uncomfortable so, if it doesn’t feel good tell them!  Remember that communication is the key to success.  

Will My Hair Look Crazy? After the massage, the therapist will give you a glass of water and encourage you to continue drinking water since massage stimulates your muscles and lymphatic system.  You should feel very relaxed and this is usually directly proportional to how crazy your hair looks.  There are two reasons not to worry: 1) massage therapists see this all the time and 2) Body Works is a day spa AND a salon, so you can schedule a shampoo or borrow a hairbrush and mirror. 

Do People Tip for Massages? Yes.  You are under no obligation to leave a tip, but if you enjoyed your massage it is customary to leave a tip.  People generally tip 15-20% for a massage.   Another great way to show your gratitude is to re-book or to refer other clients to your therapist.  

There are a few options for people who have never had a massage.

• Start with a Half Hour Massage on neck, back and shoulders as a way to try it out.  
• Get a Couple's Massage: Bring a friend or significant other along to a Couples Massage, where two people receive a massage in the same room from different therapists. 

Whenever I schedule a haircut, I look forward to smelling the shampoo and conditioner, receiving a head massage, and having my hair professionally styled.  My hair always looks good and I feel great after a haircut.  So the million dollar question is how do I keep this feeling once I get home?  Aside from living with a professional stylist, one thing that everyone can do is to make sure that they are using quality hair products that are formulated for their hair type.

We don’t often consider the fact that healthy hair enhances your haircut. Using the right shampoo and conditioner is an easy way to keep your hair healthy and shiny.  Body Works Day Spa and Salon offers great professional hair care lines including Aveda, Alfa Parf, and Moroccan Oil.

Stop by and see us in Boonsboro Shopping Center and we will help you select the products that are right for you.     

Christian Dior reminds us that zest - or excitement about life - is a very attractive trait.  At Body Works Day Spa and Salon, we are very excited to announce our new email newsletter.  

Every month we will send one email with exclusive discounts, promotions and health and beauty tips.  From specials on haircuts, massage, and facials to manicures and pedicures, we've got you covered from head to toe.   We invite you to sign up!

This year, Body Works Day Spa and Salon partnered with a women’s publication called Clutch.  Clutch serves the Central VA area and is a wonderful publication.  Body Works's hair & make up artist, Emily Garbee worked closely with an amazingly talented Crystal George to perform makeovers on a few very deserving ladies in the Lynchburg area.  The first makeover was for two young single moms:

Body Works now offers Thai massage! 

We are pleased to welcome the newest member to our staff, Blair Schultz.  Also referred to as Thai Yoga, Thai Massage, consists of a therapist using his or her hands, knees, legs and feet to move you into a series of yoga like stretches. 

Here are just a few of the benefits of Thai Massage:

• Relaxation
  
• Stress reduction
  
• Improved circulation
  
• Increased energy
  
• Increased flexibility 
  
• Improved range of motion
  
• Centered mind and body
  
• Lowered blood sugar levels
  
• Reverses the onset of type 2 diabetes
  
• Helps with the maintenance of type one diabetes
  

Though you will remain clothed throughout the entire session, it is important to wear comfortable clothing to allow for the best range of motion and flexibility during your massage. 

1hr- $80 
1hr 1/2- $120

Due to recent tv-shows such as The View and Dr. Oz, there seems to be this idea that UV lights used for gel polishes can cause skin cancer. 
After hearing about this supposedly newfound evidence I asked our nail tech Robin what she thought. She told me how a lot of her clients had been coming into the salon nervous to continue getting their usual gel polish so she decided to do research and came across an article in Nails Magazine. The damage clients are seeing on their fingernails is not due to the light, but instead improper filing by nail techs and improper care by clients after getting the gel polish. 
Our nail techs at Body Works Day Spa and Salon inform clients of the proper care to take and would like to tell you that you can not get cancer from gel polish. 

If you have any further questions do not hesitate to call Body Works Day Spa and Salon and talk with Robin!

Here is the link to the article:
http://www.nailsmag.com/article/96191/uv-nail-lamps-do-not-increase-skin-cancer-risk-new-study-finds