November 14, 2009 | Posted by Annette @ Wellness WA 
Luxe Aveda Concept Salon
“Aveda – the art and science of pure flower and plant essences”
Garden City Shopping Centre
Shop 173, Risely Street
BOORAGOON WA
Phone: (08) 9315 5578
Categories: Beauty Salon, Day Spa, Hairdresser, South of River, Spa and Salon Brochures | 
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October 6, 2009 | Posted by Annette @ Wellness WA 
How do you make yourself stand out in the day spa market when there are plenty of places offering to pamper and preen you to perfection? You have to think big & be prepared to be a little crazy.
Enter Blush Day Spa! This unique business promises to “Deliver A Luxurious Spa Experience” or we’ll give your money back, no questions asked” which is the first I’ve heard of a spa being so confident in their ability to woo you with their service and treatments, and I have to say I like that type of confidence in a place where I’m putting my trust and body in their hands.
Blush also run and update their own blog to keep customers in the know & stay in touch and have some crazy/amazing membership deals such as buy a $5000 membership and receive $6000 bonus credit!? WOW! I don’t know if I could use that much pampering in a year but it sure sounds like a challenge I’d like to take up…! There are other great deals for those who don’t have a spare 5K lying around.
Along with all of this, when you come in for a package you are treated to a meal as well! They have vegetarian, gluten free, egg free, nut free options & MORE!
It basically blew my mind when I started looking at the menu, like I said, be prepared to do something unique and different and you will capture attention! My attention is currently focused on the Linguini tossed with a creamy Pumpkin & Rosemary Sauce and fresh seasonal fruit plate and the idea of having that created for you after a day of relaxation…heaven.
The final cherry is that they have a Celebrity for a Day package where you get picked up in a limo from your very own house (!!!), taken to the spa and are made to feel amazing for the entire day.
I’ve gotten a little off track here, but I just wanted to highlight a few of the reasons that Blush Day Spa is worth a look at. (No, they aren’t paying me!)
So after 10 years in Leederville they will be moving to a new Fremantle location (the old Rose Hotel) and claim to be building the biggest and best day spa in WA 
I cannot wait to see whats in store and eagerly await April 2010 when the move is set to take place!
The current details are:
Address: 253-255 Oxford Street Leederville
Western Australia 6007
Phone: +61 (08) 9201 1088
Trading Hours: Mon,Tue, Wed, Fri & Sat: 8:00am – 6:00pm | Thurs: 9:00am – 9:00pm | Sun: Closed
Websites: http://www.blushbody.com.au
http://www.blushdayspa.com.au (blog)
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September 24, 2009 | Posted by Annette @ Wellness WA 
The other day I received an e-mail from a reader asking me a few all important questions:
Are there any float tanks in Perth? If so, where are they?
So Today I’m going to answer these questions and educate you on the benefits of floating and where you can take part!
For those who don’t know, a floatation tank – also a little more eerily known as an isolation or sensory deprivation tank – is a “lightless, soundproof tank in which subjects float in salinated water at skin temperature”.
While this may sound a little bizarre, the benefits available from floating will surely be more than enough to sell you on this alternative wellness adventure!
So what makes a float different from getting in the bath at home and splashing around? The simple answer is epsom salt.
There is a 4:1 ratio of epsom salt in the water, creating amazing buoyancy so your body floats like a ship in the ocean, giving a feeling of total weightlessness when you immerse yourself. Another interesting fact to note is that you do NOT get wrinkly like a prune while floating, once again due to the very high salt content!
Remember that our float water is at skin temperature, many people report that they lose sense of where their body ends and the water begins…
Before you begin your float, you will usually be asked to take a shower, as while they do clean and filter the water in the tanks, it isn’t changed after every session.
Floats can either be done in small ‘rooms’ with a door or ‘pods’ which are just a little bigger than a person. During the float, you can choose to be immersed in complete darkness and silence, which I’ve been told is the best way to achieve optimum results. If you don’t feel comfortable with this idea at first – I’m sure I’m in that boat too, you can leave the light on, keep the door open and even have the music on.
The experience is totally up to you, the door opens from both sides so even those who might feel claustrophobic can be reassured.
What happens to the body and brain during a float is probably best described by the experts, here is an excellent website that explains what happens to your brain during a float?.
The sessions usually take an hour and when drawing to an end, music & lighting will softly and slowly come on to rouse you from your relaxation or even sleep! This is very common and it’s impossible to roll over and become submerged during a float, so no need to worry if you drift off.
Here are just a FEW of the benefits that can be experienced with floatation therapy:
* Reduce stress and stress related pain & illness
* Cleanses the body of toxins
* Helps eliminate addictive behavior, including weight loss
* Lowers blood pressure, and cortisol level
* Enhances higher learning and aids in visualization
* Improves athletic performance
* Speed healing and recovery from physical activity and injury
* Creates hemispheric and whole brain integration
* Enhances the creativity process
* Increases endorphin levels that can last up to a week
* Creates an ideal environment for meditation & lucid dreaming
* Speed recovery from Jet lag
* Floating in a zero gravity environment is ideal for managing back pain
The benefits are said to compound as you take more and more sessions, this is certainly something I’m going to research and get back to you on! I haven’t personally experienced a float yet, but cannot wait to do so.
Currently there is only one known floatation facility in Perth, the Floatation Rejuvenation Centre. When I received the question via e-mail, I directed her to the FRC with instructions to let me know how it went, here’s what she had to say:
“Hi Annette,
I did go for a float on Tuesday and it was great, I just floated, it cost $60.00 and it was so relaxing and peaceful
I would recommend it to anyone, I am going back next week for a detox and one of my friends is going for a float.
Thank you for your help finding this place.”
So $60 for an hour of pure relaxation & bliss? Sign me up now! They also offer Ion Detox Spa, massage and much more.
If you’d like to find out more or get in on the action head to:
Floatation Rejuvenation Centre
46 Hill St, Gooseberry Hill
Western Australia
Ph: 08 9257 1586
To read more see: The Book of Floating: Exploring the Private Sea
Be well,
xo
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May 26, 2009 | Posted by Annette @ Wellness WA 
What’s all this about: Hot Stone Therapy Massage
Ka-ching: $150 for 90 minutes
Verdict: 12 thumbs up
Join the fun: Beauty Cove Day Spa – 47 Tate St South Perth WA 6151 – (08) 9367 1877
Long time followers (who are you!?!) may know my affinity for the Beauty Cove Day Spa, new friends may not, but the fact remains that it is one of the loveliest places South of the River to go when a little, or even big, pick-me-up is required. I lost my day spa virginity there (awww) and have been going back for more ever since!
Here’s the excerpt from their website
An experience, not to be missed, we place cooled and heated stones on key parts of the body and massage specific points to bring balance to the mind, body and spirit.
30mins – $65
60mins – $100
90mins – $150
I’d booked with my favourite massage therapist, Kate, for a 90 minute massage, $150 is pretty steep, but I hadn’t treated myself for a long, long time so I decided to go for it.
This massage focuses on the back, but also incorporates the legs, feet, arms and shoulders. I was disappointed because the rocks weren’t placed in a line down my spine as you often see in pictures and I was looking forward to it, however the rocks did feel amazing & they were never too hot. Just lovely, warm, melting into my muscles, taking me away to desert islands where nothing matters, swoon.
Throughout the massage relaxing, but also uplifting, music played as the rocks were used to whisk away tension from my body.
The hour and a half went so quickly that I thought I must have fallen asleep, I hadn’t, it was just so blissful that time slipped away!
I got to treat myself with a little after dinner mint type chocolate afterwards as well as a tall glass of water with lemon which is really good for flushing out toxins after the massage, and Kate recommended some other styles of massage she thought I might like. I forked over the cash and left feeling very light – wallet included – and happy.
Post-massage is always the most amazing part of the experience for me, just the profound sense of wellbeing. Colours seem brighter, thoughts seem much clearer, it honestly feels like being a child again, when you had no cares or worries. It’s definitely one of my favourite feelings!
So to re-cap:
Pros:
* Beauty Cove Day Spa atmosphere is good.
* Hot rocks massage in general, fantastic.
* Great therapist.
* Mint + lemon water afterwards.
Cons
* Wanted the rocks along the spine, which didn’t happen.
* Pricey, more of an indulgence than a weekly affair.
Alright so I’ve inspired myself… I’m going to get a massage on my day off, maybe just a regular one this time but I’ll let you know how it goes!
If anyone wants to love me up, buy me presents or get on my good side for life, then you know what to do 
xo
Categories: Day Spa, South of River | Tags: beauty cove day spa, Features, massage, south perth | 2 Comments »
February 5, 2009 | Posted by Annette @ Wellness WA So for my first review, I thought it would be appropriate to share my first experience with a Day Spa! This was in 2007 and after ruthlessly researching online I decided upon the ‘Beauty Cove Day Spa’ in South Perth for a facial treatment… little did I know I was opening the door for an overwhelming love affair of massages, facials & everything pampering. Here goes!
(Note: This review is written in fairly simple terms as it was my first!)
http://www.beautycove.com.au
Upon entering I immediately noticed a small water feature in the corner which provided a soothing atmosphere, the girls were all friendly, gentle music playing and a very good feel overall to the entrance area.
They made me fill out a form all about my skin type, what I hoped to get out of my session, previous treatments I had used, drink preferences etc etc, which I thought was really nice! they offered me a drink and i waited 5-10 mins to go in.
I went and put my belongings in a little locker, was given a cute robe i was to put on & it had a little flower on top when it was resting in the cupboard which i thought was cute! The room i was in was really clean and dimly lit – very relaxing.
The facial I chose:
“USPA FACIALS
CONCEPT FACIALS
The facial begins with a ritual footbath, the relaxation continues with a back massage. Then your face is pampered with deep cleansing, exfoliation and warm towels to deeply infuse rich botanical ingredients. The facial is completed with a foot and scalp massage. Allow 90 mins”
It was DIVINE! the woman doing it was really professional, it felt great, at no point was I uncomfortable..she applied the hot towels to my face so well, it was my fav part 
face was cleansed, exfoliated, (maybe toned), massaged, steamed, hot towelled, masqued, cooling eye pads applied. the massage was excellent too. i left feeling sooooooooo relaxed and pampered which i would hope from what i paid!!!
The only con is that the BT tried to make me buy a few products at the end which i felt a bit awkward saying no to.
so overall……..8-9/10. very recommended and they have some cheaper facials/treatments too.
So as you can see, my younger self was very impressed with this new world that I had discovered! Beauty Cove is still one of my favourite places to get a treat, the massages there are amazing (ask for Kate), I’m dreaming of one right now… unfortunately I’ve just returned from a crazy holiday & am in no position to do so. But when I am I will pop down there again!
This place is highly recommended!
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