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WORD
IS: DETOXIFY IN 2008
Many health-conscious people are seeking East Indian spa
treatments to achieve a toxin-free body for 2008.
Shirodara - photo courtesy Suddenly
Slimmer Day Spa
PHOENIX--In fashion, the words “flowy,” “bold” and
“bright” are the buzz words that we all have to keep in
mind for 2008. In health and beauty, the key word for
the New Year is “detoxify.”
According to Jeanie Gard, Spa Director at Suddenly
Slimmer Day Spa in Phoenix, ridding our bodies of
toxins, accumulated from poor diet and lack of exercise,
is the main cause of toxin build-up that results in
lackluster hair, tired looking skin, cellulite-ridden
body and aching bones and muscles. Gard declares that
spa-goers are seeking ways to let their body start anew
through various detoxification processes. And one
healing system seems to be a popular choice—Ayurveda.
According to Ayurveda (a 5000-year-old Science of Life
established in India) each of us inherits a unique
proportion of three mind/body principles called doshas.
The three doshas, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, create our
specific mental and physical characteristics.
“Luzivone Damaceno, owner and beloved matriarch of
Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa, has traveled to Poona, India
and studied Ayurvedic therapies and yoga massage with
world-renowned Ayurvedic Master, Kusum Modak. Damaceno
has since then shared her knowledge of Ayurveda and the
philosophies of the East Indian healing system to all
massage therapists and estheticians working in the spa.
What Damaceno learned in India is that Ayurvedic
treatments not only detoxify the body of things
unwanted, it also promotes a clear mind and a more
centered being. When a client requests an Ayurvedic
treatment, she should expect her spa treatment provider
to do an assessment of her body type, or dosha, first.
Once an assessment is done, the spa treatment provider
will then customize the herbal oils and the kind of
Ayurvedic treatment the client will receive. Then the
detoxification begins.
“Whether a client wants to achieve shiny, healthy hair,
or younger-looking skin, or wants to maintain a clear
mind and sound body, she needs to first start with a
‘blank slate’ and get rid of the toxins. An Ayurveda
treatment can definitely clean out the body’s system and
let the natural glow come through,” said Gard.
For those wanting to start the new year with a
toxin-free body, Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa offers
Ayurveda packages that will surely bring relaxation back
after the hectic holiday season and detoxify the body to
prepare it for a healthier year with glowing, radiant
skin.
- The Abhyanga and Shirodara treatment entails two
massage therapists performing a very rhythmic massage
using custom blended herbal oils, followed by a hot
towel rub, to increase blood flow throughout the body.
After the massage, a therapist will pour warm oil on the
forehead continuously for about 15-20 minutes in a
specific pattern and end the session with a soothing
scalp massage that not only promotes healthy hair, but
also aids in sleeping.
- In the Ayurvedic Facial treatment, the esthetician
custom blends herbal oils that will complement and bring
balance to your specific dosha or body type. The oils
will be incorporated into the masks and special serums
that will be used to cleanse and revitalize your face.
The specially blended oils will also be used during an
Ayurvedic massage of the d’collet’e, scalp, arms and
hands. The complete this detoxifying facial, the
esthetician will apply hydrating serums to bring back
much-needed moisture into the face.
- Ayurvedic Yogi Massage Healing Massage from India.
This Yogic massage is a scientifically redefined deeper
level tissue massage combining principals and techniques
from both yoga and Ayurveda. The power of this work is
the series of body opening stretches that open, release
and align the body.
- The Ayurvedic herbal treatment detoxifies the body
using East Indian herbs that is applied all over the
body after an invigorating dry brushing to sough off
dead skin. According to the practice of Ayurveda, these
herbs will stimulate and nourish tired skin. This is
followed by an Ayurvedic massage using a dosha-specific
blend of oils. Then the client will be enveloped in
steaming sheets infused with herbs, while a scalp and
neck massage is performed. This session culminates with
a relaxing cup of herbal tea.
- Shirodhara (shiro-dar-a) The Shirodhara is a
profoundly relaxing treatment in which a soothing stream
of warm oil is poured over the forehead. It calms the
central nervous system and integrates the mind and body
Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa is located at 3313 E. Indian
School Rd. in Phoenix. The spa is over 9,000 sq ft of
pure luxury pampering and has been one of the premier
day spa and wellness centers in the Valley since opening
its doors in 1988. Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa offers the
latest anti-aging, wellness and spa services and
incorporates Oriental medicine, Ayurveda therapies and
homeopathy in their spa treatments. Their spa treatment
experts are trained in European, Eastern and Western
aesthetics. Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa is proud to be one
of the first day spas in the valley to offer wellness
treatment such as acupuncture, meditation relaxation
techniques, body balance therapy, and Chinese medicine.
At Suddenly Slimmer Day Spa the goal is to bring harmony
and beauty between the mind, the body and the spirit.
When the mind, body and spirit are in true balance and
harmony then relaxation, beauty and peace is possible.
If you would like an in-studio demonstration or more
information please call Jeannie Marcelino at
602-770-1590 (cell) or 602-952-8446 (spa number). Or by
e-mail
jana@suddenlyslimmer.com
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