Manicures

• Leave adequate time after your treatment to allow your nails to dry before leaving the salon
• To prolong the life of your varnish wear gloves to perform any household or work related chores
• Try and use hand cream and cuticle cream every day
• If you wish to change your nail enamel between visits use only "acetone free" nail polish remover (as this is kinder to the nail) and remember to use a clear nail enamel/base coat before any colour to prevent yellowing on the nail
• Apply a top coat to protect, prolong and help prevent chipping the polish

Pedicures

• Leave adequate time after your treatment to allow your toenails to dry before leaving the salon
• Wear open toe shoes if possible
• Where possible use a pumice stone in between appointments to avoid the build up of callus
• To remove polish use a non acetone nail polish remover as this is kinder to the toenail
• Use a base coat to avoid staining the toenail
• Moisturise feet daily to avoid roughness and dryness
• Exfoliate weekly to avoid dryness

Waxing

• Do not undertake any other skincare treatments within 48 hours of having a waxing treatment
• Stay away from direct sunlight/sunbeds and heat e.g. saunas for 48 hours after having a waxing treatment
• Keep skincare products to a minimum for 24 hours after waxing
• For long term improvements book in for regular treatments and do not shave between treatments
• For in growing hairs use an exfoliator

Eyelash tint, eyebrow tint

• A patch test will be necessary 24 hours before these treatments
• Avoid rubbing the eyes
• Avoid heat treatments for 24 hours
• Avoid sunbathing for 24 hours, as this fades the tint
• Avoid putting your contact lenses back in for the rest of the day
• Although I do make sure every trace of dye is removed, it is possible that residues may remain
• Do not apply make-up or receive any other eye treatments for at least 24 hours after your treatment.

Facials

• Do not undertake any other facial skincare treatments within 48 hours of having a Facial
• Stay away from direct sunlight/sunbeds and heat e.g. saunas for 48 hours after having a Facial
• Do not apply any other exfoliating skincare products for 72 hours after having a Facial
• Keep make-up and other skincare products to a minimum for 24 hours after having a Facial
• book in for treatments monthly. Always use an SPF

St Tropez

• It is preferable not to apply any type of perfume, deodorant, or aromatherapy oils on the day of your treatment as these reduce the results
• Waxing or shaving should be completed at least 24 hours prior to the treatment to reduce sensitivity
• The evening before your treatment, exfoliate your entire body using St.Tropez body polisher. Pay special attention to dry areas of your body such as hands, elbows, knees and feet
• Wear dark loose fitting clothing, together with a dark coloured bra, or preferably no bra at all. Please be ware that the guide colour can stain light hair, man-made fibres and wool
• Paper briefs will be provided or you can wear your own
• If you have sensitive skin or have not had a St.Tropez treatment before I recommend that you have a patch test 24 hours prior to your treatment

• Your tan will begin to develop immediately after the treatment
• Do not shower or bathe for a minimum of 4 hours after the treatment
• Do not participate in any activity which may cause perspiration for at least 12 hours after the treatment
• It is fine to leave the guide colour on overnight and wash in the morning. If a little colour does appear on the bed linen, it is a naturally-derived dye and will wash out of cotton but not so easily from man-made fibres and wool

Tan maintenance Tips

• With the correct aftercare your tan will last longer
• Apply St.Tropez body moisturizer daily. This hydrating body lotion contains I-Tyrosine which activates the melanin in the skin ensuring your tan lasts the longest time possible
• Exfoliate your skin with St.Tropez body polisher every 3 days to ensure your tan fades evenly
• Do not rub, but pat your skin dry after showing or bathing
• Avoid Swimming pools as chlorine will bleach your tan

Swedish Massage

After your treatment please follow the advice below in order to gain the most benefit from your Swedish body massage.

• Increase your water intake following a massage to assist the body's detoxification process
• Have a suitable rest period after the treatment
• Cut down on consumption of stimulants (ie alcohol/coffee/tea)

You may experience the following reactions, these are beneficial to your body, some can be unpleasant but short lived and over a period of time your reactions will diminish. The main reactions you will experience are pleasant.

• You may feel generally sleepy or tired
• Weepy / emotional due to the release of tension
• Warm due to your improved circulation
• Increase in urination due to the body releasing toxins
• Aching and soreness in the muscles, this will be short-lived and followed by a relief from muscular tension
• Less stressed and more relaxed
• Improved sleep patterns

Hot Stones

• Rest and relax for the remainder of the day, do not take part in any strenuous activities. To ensure the body is able to heal itself sufficiently
• Drink plenty of water or herbal teas to help speed up the removal of toxins from the body and to keep hydrated
• Avoid coffee, tea, cola and any other drinks containing caffeine, as this is a stimulant to the body and will not help you to relax
• Avoid smoking or drinking alcohol for about 24 hours after treatment, as the treatment is detoxifying and smoking and drinking will reintroduce toxins into the body
• Avoid heavy meals immediatly after treatment as blood is diverted to the gut to help with digestion of the food and this will divert energy away from the healing process Light meals such as fruit and vegatables make an ideal snack
• Some erythema (reddening of the skin) may be present after treatment

Spa Treatments

Detox Wrap

• Drink at least one litre of water every day for 7 days after the treatment
• Eat plenty of low toxin based foods i.e. fruit, vegetables and not processed or packet foods
• Do not expose the body to heat for at least 12 hours i.e. sun, sun beds, waxing, steam or sauna
• Avoid alcohol for 24 hours after the treatment
• The client should go home to relax after treatment as it is common for them to feel lethargic

Algae Facials

• Increase the water intake to at least 1 litre per day
• Include a night cream into your skincare routine to maintain moisture levels within the skin
• If your skin is congested, try to maintain a low toxin based diet to prevent re absorption of toxins into the skin
• Book a course of at least 6 facial treatments to have a longer lasting benefit from this treatment

Hopi Ear Candles

For the next 24 hours:

• Client to use collar/scarf/hood or hat to cover ears
• Protect ears from cold and wind
• Keep water out of ears
• Drink plenty of water

Some initial discomfort/itchiness in the ears may be experienced, but this will soon pass

Body Contour Wrap

• No heat treatments should be taken for at least 12 to 24 hours
• Keep warm after the treatment but avoid exposure to direct heat
• No alcohol within 24 hours after the treatment
• Drink Approximately 1 litre of water a day

Indian Head Massage

• Please avoid the following for approx 24 hours: Caffeine, smoking, alcohol, drugs, strenuous activity, any long travelling and a heavy or spicy meal
• After effects may include tiredness, aching, heightened emotional state, headache, dry mouth, mood swings. You may experience one of them or none of them, but they are all positive reactions to the treatment
• Also it is more beneficial to try to leave the oils in for at least 12 hours after a treatment - (if oil has been used apply shampoo to dry hair before applying water to assist with the removal of the oil)
• Please try to relax for at least 5 mins after a treatment. Try to rest as much as possible after a treatment ideally the rest of the day if possible to gain maximum benefit