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"Arts for Autism" 3rd Annual Arts Show for Charity!

2011-09-27T12:45:00.000-07:00

Pure Spa is hosting our 3rd Annual Art Show, "Arts for Autism." This year we are so excited to be partnering with Autism Speaks. Please join us on October 15th to help raise money for this worthy cause. Hope to see you there!

Location: PURE Spa

Time: ‎6:00PM Saturday, October 15th

Think you know your Spa Myths?

2011-08-05T15:38:00.000-07:00

Who doesn't know everything these days? From the internet to reality shows of every sort, knowledge is inescapable! But do you think that you are a Spa expert? Do you know all there is to know about the Pure lifestyle? Then take this short quiz to see if you know your stuff!

1. True or False: You can’t use moisturizer if you have oily skin.

2. True or False: If you wax, your hair will grow back thicker, faster & darker.

3. True or False: You have to be naked to get a massage.

4. True or False: Artificial nails are the best solution for problem nails.

5. True or False: Pregnant women cannot be massaged.

6. True or False: Popping pimples will make them disappear.

7. True or False: It’s got to hurt to be effective.

8. True or False: The higher the SPF, the better the protection.

9. Spa trips are a luxury and are only for special occasions.

Answer key:

1. FALSE! Most moisturizers are non-comedogenic, which means they won’t clog your pores. In fact, what most people don’t realize is that if you have oily skin, it is most often the result of DRY SKIN! Basically when your skin is dry, it sends a signal to your sebaceous glands telling it to produce oil in the hopes of trying to balance out your skin. But the result is just globs of oil on your face! (Normally the only exception to this is anyone around the age of puberty in which it is hormones, not dry skin causing the oil.) So moisturizer is just what oily skin really needs!

2. FALSE! Waxing gets hair from the root, which means you will stay smooth longer, but has no effect on the composition of your hair!

3. FALSE! You can undress to your comfort level and still leave feeling relaxed and refreshed!

4. FALSE! Covering up nail problems will not make them go away and may even make them worse. Artificial nails can trap moisture, providing an excellent environment for bacteria and fungus to grow

5. FALSE! Massage is perfectly safe in all trimesters of normal pregnancies and actually can be beneficial. Pure Spa does recommend that you get your physicians approval.

6. TRUE & FALSE! While popping may make the pimple itself go away, you may find yourself with a permanent SCAR! You may have heard the saying, “there is a time and a place for everything.” Well this is true when it comes to ridding yourself of those zits! Popping them at the wrong time will leave you with a face full of scars, and those are ten times harder to get rid of then the original problem! And believe it or not, but there is a science to pimple popping, one that only a licensed esthecian knows! So please for the sake of that beautiful face, go to the professionals!

7. FALSE! While it's not for everyone, many people benefit greatly from deep tissue massage as it releases tightness deep in the muscles, tendons, fascia, relieving discomfort in the body and allowing more freedom of movement. There may be some discomfort as the tightness is being released, which should stop as soon as the therapist releases pressure. There should never be true pain during the massage. It's not about "no pain, no gain". The key is to communicate with the massage therapist so the depth of the massage is right for you!

8. FALSE! In actuality, any SPF that is higher than 50 is giving you no added protection! In fact the FDA is currently in the process of enforcing harsher provisions on all SPF’s over 50, because they are simply nothing but an advertising gimmick. But make sure you are lathering up with at least SPF 30 to stay safe! Additionally, if you’re not using a broadband spectrum SPF, (which is the kind that protects you against UVA, the rays that cause cancer and signs of aging, and UVB rays, the kind that burn your skin,) you’re not getting the proper protection you really need!

9. FALSE! Do you exercise only on special occasions? Massage is not a luxury, but a necessity! Massage has proven health benefits. Stress reduction, lower blood pressure and increased flexibility are just a few. Is it really a “luxury” to take one hour a week to do something good for you? We don’t think so.

So how did you do? Are you a spa savvy or do you need a little refresher course? No matter what your spa knowledge level, Pure Spa is always here to answer any and all your questions! Just head to our Facebook page and click on our “Ask a Therapist” (Welcome) link! There you can submit your questions, anonymously if you so choose, and you will receive an answer soon after!

It’s “slough your skin” season, are you ready for the big reveal?

2011-04-22T07:35:00.000-07:00

The first extremities we reveal as spring arrives are those desperately mangled toes, hidden for months behind socks and shoes. They find salvation with a pedicure, buffing, exfoliating away our winter woes. As the weather turns warmer, the rest of our body follows suit. Tank tops, camisoles, and shorts take center stage. Your body sends out an S.O.S. and you respond by slathering on lotion, sunless tanners and the like, when REALLY all your body wants is a great primer to summer. Yes ladies and gents- an exfoliation. Pure Spa is here to the rescue! We offer a luxurious, full body, honey sugar body polish that combines the best of both worlds- hydrating exfoliation with light massage. Remove that excess debris, because that is so last season! Rejoice as you confidently strut around in your newest spring outfit! There is no time like the present.
1 hour treatment: $120

“Eat Right with Color” vs. Healthy Skincare

2011-03-04T12:01:00.000-08:00

Every year the American Dietetic Association raises awareness for National Nutrition month. The theme for March 2011 is “Eat Right with Color.” Did you know that even if you follow a good skincare regimen, food also plays a critical role in healthy skin?
The top 5 best foods to maintain, clear, beautiful skin are:
1.) Green Tea: The anti-inflammatory properties cannot be beat! It also helps to protect us against the harmful sun rays when ingested.
2.) Salmon: Essential fatty acids (also walnuts and flax seed!) are essential to protecting the cell membrane, which protects us against environmental factors. Most of us lack Omega 3s.
3.) Berries: specifically, blackberries, blueberries, and strawberries have the best “total antioxidant capacity” of any food
4.) Low fat dairy products: vitamin A rich dairy foods help the digestive system, which in turn leads to healthier appearing skin.
5.) Water: the biggest dietary no brainer is WATER. Drink away to flush your system of toxins for a fresh, radiant complexion.
That old adage that, “we are what we eat” rings true with skincare. Coupling a facial every 4-6 weeks with eating well will lead to a fresher, more vibrant, you! Pure Spa is celebrating with a Berry Cherry facial this month for National Nutrition month!

How to make a chocolate mask

2011-02-08T09:53:00.000-08:00

Its true ladies- eating chocolate is good for you because of the antioxidant benefits. The darker the chocolate, the better it is for you. Chocolate is also good for your face. The guiltless benefits a chocolate facial mask provides are limitless. Cocoa supplies beneficial antioxidants to prevent aging. Honey hydrates, and oatmeal exfoliates.

To make your kitchen cocoa concoction, combine the following: 1/3 cup of cocoa, ¼ cup of honey, 2 tbsp of heavy cream or sour cream, and 3 teaspoons of oatmeal powder. Mix to its consistent and have your “valentine hunny” apply the mask with gentle massage. Have him (or her) take notice to the skin sloughing as the oatmeal exfoliates. Leave mask to sit 20 minutes, so the cocoa properties can penetrate deeply. Add some music and candlelight as you wait and relax. Rinse off to reveal beautiful skin , for a beautiful finish to your Valentine's evening.

Valentine's Day, the "Hallmark" holiday

2011-01-21T07:32:00.000-08:00

It's another year, and another commercialized holiday fast approaching! Valentine's Day has often been referred to as the "hallmark" holiday- a money-making scheme for hallmark greeting card company and the rest of the retail circuit to capitalize on. We lose sight of the true "love" meaning and find ourselves scrambling to buy cards, conversation candy hearts, boxes of chocolate, roses, etc- and that's for those in relationships, or married. Valentine's Day has become a "mandatory" holiday for men. Women expect something romantic and touching and special. If you forget your "Valentine", you end up in the dog house. Valentine's Day strikes a nerve in "anti-love"single people who have no one to share it with, and romanticize about the idea of being with someone. It is the only day that one feels pressure NOT to be single.

So how do we put all these preconceived notions of Valentine's Day to rest? Is it possible to get back to any real "true" love meaning associated with the holiday? "Forget me not..." is Pure Spa's Valentine's Day theme this year. This tag line poses as a reminder to couples that, regardless of the commercial hype, try to allow yourself to get back to the basics and glean your own personal meaning from the holiday. Try something different! Fore go the dinner and a movie. Fore go the cheesy box of chocolates. Invest in an experiential date. Rather than indulge your taste buds, choose to indulge your other senses. We offer aromatherapy treatments, togetherness massage, and facials. Pamper your Valentine, and create an experience that is truly memorable long after the roses die, the box of chocolates is eaten, and the food is digested.

For those who are single, rather than "forget me not," "forget yourself not". Who cares if you don't have a special someone? Take care of yourself, feel good, and look good. Buff those nails, get a facial, detox with a body treatment, or learn new make up tips. Long after Valentine's Day comes and goes, a mere blip on the calender, create a lasting experience with Pure Spa.

Another skincare approach, without Chemicals, Acids, Crystals, Machines, or Blades

2010-11-04T09:11:00.000-07:00

Ameta Before Ameta After 6 Dermafiles

Think Dermafile!

Dermafile is a tool that utilizes finely crushed cosmetic diamonds to achieve the ultimate in skin polishing and resurfacing! Dermafile is a great alternative to a Microderm facial, as it does not use a vacuum, which pulls and tugs on the skin. We here at Pure Spa believe so strongly in the results found that we chronicled a client’s progression. After 6 Dermafile facials, our client, Ameta said, “I was floored. My sun spots were lessened dramatically. Even the fine lines around my eyes seemed to disappear! My skin felt brand new again.”

Notice the results above. This facial is designed for almost all skin types. Not only does Dermafile treat fine lines, wrinkles, and sun spots, but it also helps with acne scarring, hyper pigmentation, enlarged and clogged pores. In addition, it boosts collagen and leaves a velvety smooth feel. Dermafile offers real results you can see and feel as early as the first facial.

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2010-10-26T09:24:00.000-07:00

home online booking instant gift certificate

Happy Halloween!

10/27-10/29
swedish massage only $65
( regularly $85!)
or
pure facial only $70
(regularly $85!)
book now!

*not to be combined with any other offer

pure spa

79 east butler ave

ambler, pennsylvania 19002

215.542.7873

www.amblerpurespa.com

Now You See Me, Now You Don't!

2010-09-09T08:05:00.000-07:00

The 411 on Brow and Lash Tinting

Ever heard, “You look tired today!” or “Is everything ok?” on the days you run out of the house – no time for anything let alone mascara? Do your brows fade as they are exposed to sunlight? Tired of being a slave to the mascara and browbrush daily routine? Eyebrow and Lash tinting is the answer for you! This fifteen minute procedure dyes brow and lash hair in no time and will give you bold, strong eyes for weeks! The procedure is easy; just cleanse, dye, set, and dab!

Here at Pure Spa, we use Intensive Hair Tint Product. This exceptional product is formulated for long lasting results. It is vegetable based and does not contain coal tar. Intensive is one of the most popular lash & brow hair tinting products on the market today. After your procedure the estheticians will add a calming compress to refresh the eyes and send you on your way!

Click here to book your appointment online, or call us at 215.542.7873.

Table Thai

2010-05-06T09:46:00.000-07:00

Table Thai Massage

What?
During During Table Thai Massage the therapist performs rhythmic stretches and holds, malleating the body to release tension in joints, muscles, and fascia thereby freeing the client of stiffness and pain. With careful application of pressure along the sen lines (energy meridians in Chinese medicine)this massage helps to release any energy blockages and stagnation, helping you feel happy, relaxed, and energetic.

This therapeutic treatment allows the body to release the fascia, which is our connective tissue that surrounds each muscle, ligament and tendon, connecting them all together to form one entire entity… the body.
The goal is to restore the whole person, both external and internal, to a state of balance.

How?
Table Thai Massage is performed on the table while dressed in loose, comfortable clothing. Please do not eat at least one hour prior to treatment.

Who?
Our three (3) certified Thai Massage therapists, Sue, Michael and Denise are excited to be performing yet another ancient form of therapeutic healing.*

Drink Up!

2010-04-09T16:52:00.000-07:00

Proper Hydration is one of the most important things you can do for yourself.

Because our bodies are comprised of 60 to 80% water it is vital to consume adequate amounts daily to replenish.

Skin, the largest most neglected organ, continues to show the importance of proper hydration. This winter I treated numerous cases of dehydrated skin. Not only is this due to reduced water consumption, but also exposure to free radicals in our environment. Water plays a vital role in wrinkle prevention, breakouts, sallow skin and also helps with dry hair.

The number of ounces you need daily can be determined by dividing your body weight in half. So for a 150 pound person you would try to consume at least 75 ounces of water a day. Considering that water forms the foundations of the blood and lymphatic systems that are responsible for nutrient supply and waste removal of the body, the excess ounces are necessary.

It may seem challenging, but have a large glass of water in the morning upon waking and add one additional 8 oz glass per week until you have achieved your goal. By introducing this regimen slowly you will not feel the urge to run to the bathroom every 5 minutes and soon will become used to the new habit!

Check out the website www.watercure.com for more info and please join us for a Hydrating facial this spring to replenish after the dry, cold winter months.

Mention this blog and receive our April FACIAL PROMOTION:
Hydration Facial - 60min/$70

Fall Nail Polish Collection

2009-09-30T11:56:00.000-07:00

Forbidden - SPARITUAL Fall Collection 2009!

Experience the hot new colors of fall...

hush - rich milk chocolate creme
hypnotic - dark charcoal frost
intrigue - vibrant red-orange creme
inner sanctum - warm peach creme
mystic - neutral putty *most popular
regal - deep purple creme

To celebrate this beautiful collection all SPARITUAL nail polishes are 10% off (entire month of October)!

**mystic in photo

products we love...

2009-08-26T14:08:00.000-07:00

Enter to win our number one selling product! Post a comment and you will automatically be entered.

Recognized by many as 'Hollywood's secret weapon', this emergency solution helps treat and eliminate breakouts both above and below the skin's surface. Formulated with Dead Sea sulfur to reduce redness and puffiness; pure lavender and chamomile to calm breakouts, sage to disinfect and peppermint to stimulate blood circulation to promote speedy healing!

winner will be picked 9/19/09 and notified via email

2009-04-14T11:20:00.000-07:00

celebrate women!

join us at pure spa on friday may 1st!
we are hosting a womens event to celebrate our accomplishments!

we will be offering...
mini facials
skincare analysis w/ a consultant from sonya dakar
make-up applications (gift with purchase)
chair massage
nutrition and fitness experts
local vendors
goodie bags
raffle basket
special discounts and much more

light cocktails and hor'devours will be served. any money raised will be donated to the

LUPUS FOUNDATION..find out more!
RSVP to pure spa space is limited!

2009-03-20T13:22:00.000-07:00

2009-02-03T09:36:00.000-08:00

Wow! I just got the Dermal-infusion treatment done in Margo Weishar, MD., F.A.A .D office and was I impressed, I have had several traditional derma-brasion techniques performed and this is by far the best. I had the treatment targeting my dehydration and it was very comfortable and I was back to work in one hour no redness or ittitation.

The topical was infused with the hydrator and I felt refreshed and hydrated right away, over the next couple of days I continued to see softer smoother skin. It was great. My moisturizers seem to be better absorbed as well. I recommend this treatment Highly. We are running a special with Dr. Weishar and are offering a free facial with treatment so check it out.

Wendi

silkpeel dermalinfusion and pure spa facial.

2008-12-27T10:12:00.000-08:00

Pure Spa is thrilled to be partnering with Springhouse Dermatology to provide you with this special holiday offer. For a limited time, try new SilkPeel Dermalinfusion at Springhouse Dermatology and receive a complimentary facial at Pure Spa.

SilkPeel & Facial Package: $200

Learn more about silk peel!

happy holidays!

2008-12-27T10:01:00.000-08:00

Everybody at Pure Spa would like to wish you and your loved ones a happy and healthy holiday season. We are forever grateful for all of your help in our first year of business, and look forward to seeing all of you again in 2009! Happy holidays!

Sincerely,
Mimi Bourgeault