Continuing our search for what Aveda means to each of our designers, we begin to sense a pattern. As it turns out, long-time Gaia designer Mindy also says Aveda is all about education and family. The ongoing learning opportunities provided by her support network at Gaia and beyond mean Mindy’s creativity can stay sharp and… Read more »
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Customized Massage Now at Gaia
What kind of massage is right for you? We’re super excited to be offering massage services at our spa again. Our new massage therapist comes to us with a medical background, which means he can provide a wide variety of massage options. Which one should you choose? Customize your spa experience with elements from the… Read more »
READ MORECrystal’s Aveda: Hard Work, Family, and Daymaking
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to become an Aveda designer? Next up in our “What does Aveda mean to you?” series, Crystal gives us a little peek into her journey from beauty school struggles to daymaking diva… Hair styling did not come easy for Crystal; it’s not something for which she… Read more »
READ MOREBody Sugaring–A Sweeter Method of Hair Removal
We’ve had all kinds of fun changes to close out the summer at Gaia Salon and Spa—we’ve gained a new up-do designer, we’ve added a massage therapist to our ranks, and our esthetician has added a new spa service to her repertoire: body sugaring! But what exactly is sugaring? Good for your skin Sugaring is… Read more »
READ MOREMary’s Aveda: Education, Inspiration, Family
In an earlier post, we asked the question, “What does Aveda mean to you?” For Gaia SalonSpa designer and owner, Mary Fischer, Aveda means education, inspiration, and family. Education is certainly where it all started. Before she ever dreamed of entering the beauty industry, Mary was a student of education. After finishing a bachelor’s in… Read more »
READ MOREHow to Keep Stress at Bay
Thanks to Aveda’s “scalp to soul” philosophy we are reminded that beauty is as much inner virtue as outer care. But in the rush of our day-to-day, sometimes stress throws a wrench into our best efforts at living beautifully from within. How can we combat the temptation to fall into a funk? That’s what the… Read more »
READ MOREWhat does Aveda mean to you?
Anyone can go to aveda.com to research Horst Rechelbacher’s intertwining threads of holistic beauty, environmental responsibility, and Ayurvedic tradition. But the essence of Aveda is more than a history lesson or a collection of philosophies. It’s a lifestyle. So we ask, what brings Aveda to life? The short answer: People. For every designer and every guest,… Read more »
READ MORESplit End Repair in a Bottle
We’ve all been there… it’s too early for another haircut but we have spit ends! Whether it’s from heat styling, blow drying, or sun damage, split ends are part of a lot of our hair problems. What if I told you that you could repair the damage temporarily until your next haircut and get the… Read more »
READ MOREKeep Your Cool
Instantly refresh your skin and senses with the NEW Cooling Balancing Oil Concentrate. This product has cooling aromaology with certified organic peppermint, blue camomile and naturally derived menthol. Massage this lightweight oil into sore, achy muscles to help reduce tension and deliver cooling refreshment. Here are 8 ways to use Cooling Balancing Oil Concentrate: Aromaology Head… Read more »
READ MOREThe Dirty Secret For A Perfect Ponytail
Do you ever get done with a good workout at the gym, shamelessly go a few days without washing your hair, yet your ponytail looks better than ever? Well here is the dirty secret for a perfect pony… Salt and water is a hair product in itself- the natural ingredients in sweat are essentially re-created and bottled… Read more »
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