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Our blog has moved

22 February 2012 by East Day Spa

East Day Spa’s blog is now integrated into our beautiful new website.

You can find it at here http://www.eastdayspa.com/blog

Please join us for more spa, health, wellbeing, and beauty news and inspiration!

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Our People

16 February 2012 by East Day Spa

MEET YASMIN FROM EAST DAY SPA AUCKLAND

What is your name?
Yasmin Lambaraa
What is your position/role at East Day?
Spa Receptionist
Where were you born/where did you grow up?
I was born in Innsbruck, Austria however I grew up in several countries through Europe then Auckland New Zealand.
If you had one word to describe yourself, what would it be?
Adventurous!
What do you love most about working in the spa industry?
The relaxing atmosphere.
How do you keep fit and healthy?
Combat classes!
What are the three beauty products you can’t live without?
Exfoliator! Moisture Mist! Eyeliner!
Can you share a useful beauty tip from your home country?
Argan oil – Great for hair, body scrubs (mixed with scrub), and dry skin.
How do you relax? 
By the beach far away from the city with family.
What’s your favourite food?
Tagine
What’s your favourite cafe or restaurant?
My Dad’s kitchen.
What kind of music do you like?
I enjoy all genres of music.
Who or what inspires you and why?
I am inspired by people. Their experiences in life inspire me to be curious in the world and exlpore different cultural journeys. 
What place do you love most in the world and why?
Europe. The thing I love the most about Europe is the history. I love the history of the people, the languages and the historical sites and buildings.

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Beauty

15 February 2012 by East Day Spa

INSTANT BEAUTY PICK-ME-UPS

Did you know that others see us as 20% more attractive than we see ourselves? That’s because when we look in the mirror, we’re judging ourselves solely on our looks while others consider movements, expressions, warmth and charisma in the beauty equation. Here are some tips for instant beauty pick-me-ups that don’t involve cosmetics or beauty products…

Loosen Up

When you wear tight or constricted clothes that used to fit, you’re sending a constant signal to your brain that you’re not thin enough. That doesn’t mean you should waft around in a moo moo – but wear clothes that fit the size you are now.

Stand Tall Sister

Standing tall with your shoulders back instantly makes you feel more confident and self-assured. Research has also revealed that people who sit up straight at their desks are more confident about the statements they’re writing than those who slouch.

Beam me up Scotty

A beaming smile lifts your eye and lip muscles, making you look younger. It also gives your brain a surge of feel good chemicals. To top it off, it’ll encourage others to smile at you. As the quote goes, “I’ve never seen a smiling face that was not beautiful.”

Look after your insides

Your body is a temple, so respect it. Eat three meals a day and make sure your diet includes plenty of healthy whole foods. Balance physical activity with equal rest and relaxation. A good night’s sleep is a mini facelift! Try ballet, tai chi, yoga or some other movement that is fluid and allows your body to respond in beautiful new ways.

Ignore your Flaws

When you see something you like, your brain’s reward system is activated, which boosts your mood. Instead of focussing on that blemish or other perceived imperfections, focus on your good points when you look in the mirror.

Take a Deep Breath

Shallow breathing makes you look tense while deep, slow breaths make you look relaxed and confident.

Wear colour

Even just a splash of colour can light up your face and your mood. Blue is universally considered a ‘happy’ colour – warm skin tones should choose royal blues while cool complexions should opt for icier blues or aquas.

Pick happy, confident friends

Research shows that our social networks have a profound effect on how we perceive our appearance. If you surround yourself with people who are confident in their bodies, you’ll soon follow suit. Research has also shown that friendships with gay men can boost women’s body self-image.

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Happy Valentine’s Day

14 February 2012 by East Day Spa

HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY

A trip to the spa is the perfect way to say ‘I love you’. There’s nothing like being induced into a deep state of relaxation with your lover by your side! We offer a number of treatments that will rekindle your romance…

Popping the Question?

If you’re looking for a unique place to propose, the double bath at our Auckland spa is sure to have your loved one swooning. Our Cleopatra Milk Bath treatment involves bathing in an intoxicating blend of warm milk infused with fragrant oils. It’s luxurious and Oh so romantic.  One of our clients proposed to his girlfriend in the bath last year, and her answer was a resounding ‘yes!’

Staying in Touch

Our Staying in Touch Massage experience allows couples to have any of our signature massages in the same room, lying side by side. It’s one of our most popular couples’ treatments and many opt for the Shanti signature massage, which is a gentle massage of slow, long flowing strokes that induces a deep state of relaxation.

Sensual Scrubs

Our Couple’s Scrub is also really popular. We make up three fresh scrubs – mango and ginger, coconut and coffee and oil and sea salt, which couples apply to each other in a private steam room session. Each of the scrubs produces a different sensation – there’s warm, cold, sloppy and oily. Some couples have a lot of fun throwing the scrubs around, so it’s a really playful and sensual experience, great for bonding!  We recommend having the scrub before a massage because it gets your body all warmed up and ready for the lovely oil massage.

Valentine’s Packages

To celebrate Valentine’s Day this year, we’ve put together three gorgeous packages. The Harmony Massage for two starts off in our seated recliners, where your feet are bathed in a milk bath with a delicate aphrodisiac ylang ylang oil foot scrub. Afterwards, you and your loved one lie side by side in one of our premium candle lit rooms for a luxurious 60 minute signature massage.

The Hot and Cold Stone treatment includes a deeply relaxing 30 minute hot stone back massage, followed by a 30 minute facial using chilled rose quartz stones and luxurious facial oil made from passionflower, rosehip and soothing azulene from the German chamomile flower.

You don’t have to be coupled up to indulge in our Valentine’s Day treats. Our Still Single and Fabulous package allows you to assemble and personalise an “it’s-all-about-me” care plan with massage, facial, pedicure and manicure options.

All of our special treatments include a cup of Harney & Sons Valentine’s tea to enjoy, as our treat to you. For more information click here

Any of the other treatments on our menu can be adapted for couples – just request the double room so you can enjoy the experience together.

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Beauty

9 February 2012 by East Day Spa

ANTI-AGEING ALGAE

Marine biotechnology is considered one of the best ways to fight ageing, combat in inflammation and stop free radicals.  The anti-aging properties of algae have been recognised since ancient times and more than 200 kinds of algae are now used in thousands of skin care, hair care, soap and bath products for their rejuvenating and hydrating properties…

The prestige skincare range Elemis uses algae harvested off the coast of Malta in its Pro-Collagen Marine Cream, the brand’s most popular selling product globally. The product took three years to develop and is now hailed as one of the best anti-aging creams available.

Elemis Pro Collagen Marine Cream uses the maximum concentrate of powerful marine extract Padina Pavonica to transform your skin. The algae has properties similar to those of young human skin and can help maintain cell vitality.

Clinical trials of Elemis’ Pro-Collagen Marine Cream have shown that it reduces the appearance in wrinkle depth  by up to 78% and increases hydration  by up to 45% in just over two weeks. Skin firmness and elasticity are also dramatically increased.

It smells divine and  is absorbed into the skin easily. Elemis’ Pro-Collagen Marine Cream is available from our online shop here

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