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Just because it’s not finals week does not mean students aren’t stressed out. With jobs, homework, exams, 20-page papers and overall hectic schedules, it can be hard to find that precious “me time.”   It is important, however, to find that time and to use it well. De-stressing should not be something else that causes stress. It does not have to be hard. Consider at-home spa therapies that are both quick and easy.  SpaIndex.com offers a plethora of recipes for at-home facials and body scrubs with some surprising ingredients and excellent results.   February 13, 2006

‘East Meets West’ is a common theme this V-day, says Kristina Fitzhugh, editor of online directory Spa Index, where Valentine’s Day specials are designated with a red heart on the specials page. Full Story January 30, 2006
 

You might find plain yogourt unappetizing, but applied as a facial mask, this dairy staple can give a lacklustre complexion a natural brightening boost. “Natural yogourt works like a mild peel, minus the scrubbing,” explains Lorraine Hamilton, aesthetician and spa co-ordinator at Jeanet Spa and Salon. “It can soften the skin and kill bacteria,” she adds. And when mixed with a little olive oil, the humble avocado rises above the guacamole bowl to work as a hydrating mask for drier skin. “If you leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes it can be an excellent moisturizer,” suggests Hamilton. Try out the recipe from spaindex.com or visit the website for more beauty concoctions you can stir up in minutes.

If a spa getaway doesn't fit into your budget, there are plenty of ways to pamper yourself at home. Browse the cosmetics aisle for face masks and scrubs, or mix up your own concoction with simple recipes that include ingredients found at the grocery store.
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In these here parts, we don’t often dabble in the spa game, because I’m just not that secure in my sexuality. But a tipster points out a nicely centralized resource — the SpaFlyer marketing blog, which though obviously commercial, contains as its permanent top post a frequently updated list of day-spa coupons and deals for use in cities throughout the United States. Useful for knocking a few bucks off a treatment in whatever metropolis you happen to be in today.

No matter how busy life is, a well deserved day spa experience is a quick way to pamper yourself. Day spas are all about wellness of mind, body and spirit. Relaxation is enhanced with self-exploration and education. Physical fitness, new ways to exercise, and stress management are the focus, wrapped up in a wonderful dose of pampering.  More and more Americans are discovering the mental and physical benefits of day spas. Pioneered by Elizabeth Arden in 1910, salons-cum-day spas recently have surged in popularity. In only one year — from 1998 to 1999 — the industry doubled from 860 to 1,600 day spas. Today it’s an $850 million industry. Credit baby boomers who want to battle aging and to 20-somethings who want to hold onto a good thing.  Regular maintenance, not make-up, now is the secret to good skin. Day spas also provide quick, convenient places to shelve stress.   Package prices vary, depending on the services. A day spa and massage therapy clinic may offer Swedish, deep tissue, sports, shiatsu, la stone therapy, facials and waxing. Massage packages range from $80 to $240. Body treatments may range from $65 to $145. If you’re searching for the perfect gift, day spa gift certificates are great to give to just about anyone.   For a list of day spas in the area, visit spaindex.com.  Fall 2005

TEXARKANA GAZETTE:  Fall weather and long lines make for sore feet. The name of this home remedy from www.spaindex.com  says it all. With the “Oh, My Aching Feet” recipe uses a couple of household items and a quick trip to the health food store, your peds will be thanking you.  Full Story November 28, 2005
 

Food for the skin
Health conscious types have known for years about the value of including “anti-oxidant” rich foods in their diet, from blueberries to pomegranates. With that in mind, Susie Wang of Napa Valley, Calif. put together a collection of spa-type products with a high concentration of anti-oxidants called Aqua Dessa Spa Therapy. The all-natural, organic products not only contain premium ingredients but also have “no fillers, no water, no thickeners, no synthetic chemicals or no animal by-products.”   “AD's products are something unique,” says Kristina Fitzhugh, editor of spaindex.com, who says she is inundated with “spa swag,” and it’s really hard to impress her. “Our criterion has become, ‘Would we buy them ourselves if we didn't get them for free?’ We all said, ‘Yes,’ when it came to Aqua Dessa.”   Full Story, April 11, 2005
 

Spa Index: Guide to Day Spas and Stay Spas

More spas! There's nothing like a relaxing massage, mud bath or a dip in healing waters. This spa guide spans the globe with spas of all sorts - day, stay, lifestyle - listed for your perusal. Helpful reviews and specials for added guidance complete this picture of radiant tranquility.

We all enjoy having friends over for an afternoon or evening of lively conversation, good food, and drink. For something different though, consider pampering your friends with a home spa party. Turn your home into a day spa and treat your friends and yourself to manicures, pedicures, facials, or even massage... Full Story  August 24, 2004

For Father’s Day specials that might appeal to your dad, check out online national spa directories spaindex.com, spafinder.com, and spawish.com. Spaindex.com makes it easy for spa shoppers to find Father’s Day deals by highlighting these entries in its specials’ section with a white gift box wrapped in a blue ribbon.   -- Teri Goldberg, MSNBC Shopping Columnist  June 8, 2004

"These days, it’s easy to treat mom to spa treatments. Several Web sites can help locate just the right spa for mom. Hercules, Calif.-based spaindex.com contains information on about 7,500 spas in 39 countries, organized by state or country. A “specials section” points bargain shoppers to current deals, from Super Sample Thursdays — three treatments for $150 — at Inner Spree spa in Brooklyn to an after-spa afternoon tea, “Ya Ya Sisters”-style, at the New Orleans’ Ritz Carlton for only $26. Gift certificates can be purchased directly from most spas listed on the site."  -- Teri Goldberg, MSNBC Shopping Columnist  April 12, 2004

"The site [SpaIndex.Com] has a few unusual features. It posts spa reviews from readers as well as its own staff. Click on Reviews to post your own comments. Quirky lifestyles link helps you locate Dude Ranch Spas, Pet-friendly spas or Japanese Ofuro-themed spas. Cruise Ships category has a good synopsis of spa services on ten cruise ship lines. Spa Index tracks both Day Spas and Stay (overnight) Spas. Want a spa visit for Mother's day? Spa Index will send an e-mail hint to your daughter or husband."  -- Luisa Kroll, Forbes.Com Editor: Best of the Web, Spa Vacations 

"Finding the Pros: SpaIndex.com offers one of the most comprehensive listings of spas and do-it-yourself kits." -- Jeannine Amber, Essence Magazine

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"Go out on your own, or grab a close friend and treat yourself to something luxurious or decadent. Get a facial and a massage, visit a spa, or do something new and exciting with your hair. Sending flowers to yourself can also be good fun.  For more fun Valentine's Day ideas for singles, check out the following organizations or websites: www.SpaIndex.Com."  --  Fine Living

"For those Martha Stewarts who wish to tackle organizing a spa party on their own, SpaIndex.Com offers the following suggestions: Incorporate music into your get-together. The power of music can easily transform your party into a soothing atmosphere rather than chaotic madness.  Cheat a little. If you’re on a budget, a variety of spa kits are available that include everything from oils and salts, to candles, pumice stones, and body sanders. Kits also vary accordingly with the age of the party-goer. There are even kits available for children and teens. (Imagine a calmer birthday party next year for your young princess.) The following spa kits should give you a head start: Lost Arts Found (www.lostartsfound.com), Jaqua Girls Spa Party to Go (www.jaquagirls.com), and The Bridal Party Spa Kit (www.mybeautyfarm.com).  Offer towels and robes to your guests. Adding that extra touch can make your home feel more “spa-like.”  Provide plenty of water. Not only does it give them refreshment, but water is also crucial for helping to flush toxins from the body after a massage.   Make and keep to a schedule of activities. This will help keep the party flowing, and keep it from stagnating, which could result in an early exit.  Regardless of the method you pursue for your spa party (day spa, mobile spa, a la yourself), be sure to lay back and enjoy not only your company but the services. The spa party is not only for your friends and family, but for you, too."  -- Darren Buford

Here's a nifty diet trick: Don't eat the food at all. Use it for something else entirely. Got milk? Paint your garden furniture with it. Cornstarch? You're halfway to a fine sculpturing clay for jewelry. Strawberries? Add salt and olive oil and you've got a foot exfoliant, which you could display in an elegant cut-glass goblet. -- June 2004

"Ahh…spa! What better way to relax the mind and body than with massages, facials, and pedicures? Whether you need a weekend escape or a week-long getaway, we’ll show you how to plan the spa vacation of your dreams, from picking a top-notch location to booking your beautifying treatments. For planning tips and travel bargains, visit Orbitz' Spa Travel area, SpaIndex.com, and -- of course -- BargainBox.com." -- IndependentTraveler.com

"If you want to leave the massaging to the professionals, a gift certificate for a massage is another wonderful way to help her de-stress. For a big-time treat, the massage might take place at a spa. SpaIndex.Com can help you locate spas in your area and let you know about special offers for a day or a weekend. Prices vary widely depending on the length of the massage and choice of amenities." -- Lynn Baumhardt, SouthCoastToday.Com

If you and the girls feel more like getting pampered, there are many resorts and spas throughout the US that are great places to relax!  Top Spa/Resort Links: Vegas Hot Spots, PalmSprings.Com, SpaWish.com, www.resortsonline.com, www.spaindex.com, Awesome Caribbean Weddings.

"If you and the guys feel more like a more relaxing trip, there are many resorts and spas throughout the US that are great places to relax!"  The Top Spa/Resort Links:  Top Spa / Resort Links:  www.resortsonline.com, www.spaindex.com, Vegas Hot Spots. 

"Relaxing after a hard day in a warm bath filled with skin softeners is another great way to put life back in balance. The Web site SpaIndex.com offers a host of spa treatment recipes you can create in your own kitchen. Try a Roman Bath Soak by combining one cup of fine grade oil (try sesame, olive or avocado oil), one cup of mild shampoo and 1/2 teaspoon of your favorite essential oil in a clean bottle or jar. Shake vigorously and pour two tablespoons into the running bathwater. The mild shampoo helps emulsify and disperse the oil to ensure silky soft skin."  April 2004

"Relaxing after a hard day in a warm bath filled with skin softeners is another great way to put life back in balance. The Web site SpaIndex.com offers a host of spa treatment recipes you can create in your own kitchen." 

SpaIndex.Com, Guide to Day Spas and Stay Spas is listed on Page 287, Resources:  "The popularity of spas has grown in the last decade, thanks to the educational and outreach efforts of spa organizations.  These associations are devoted to influencing policy for the spa industry, as well as promoting a positive spa experience to the public... ."

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