Cielo Spa Goes International!

Cielo Spa has been featured by Japan's branch of American Airlines as part of their special travel series highlighting Santa Barbara! Visit the page here and scroll down to the middle of the page to see our write up. Since no one I know could translate the write up, I used an online translation tool, out of curiosity, and below is the "rough" version of what they said. Sounds good to me!

The space that can enjoy a reward to oneself while being relaxed in CieloSpaBoutique healing and space of the quietness is "CieloSpaBoutique". With a product of the naturalism, I give service in accord with personal skin care body care. It is a relaxation degree perfect score in spite of being a facial pleasant massage, a familiar beauty treatment salon including the body treatment. Which do Japanese difference with the spa, you have good?

Family Time - Cielo Spa

Hello to all my clients, friends and family. This weekend I am writing to you from Rancho Mirage, California where I am relaxing and taking time with my family. I have written a few blogs about the importance of family time and how it is key to inner peace and relaxation. Mainly I am writing to say, don't forget to take time with your loved ones. This weekend worked out well because my husband, who recently began to run more professionally, had a 10k run out this way and we were able to combine leisure and sports as a family. Doesn't hurt that we are spending the weekend at a fabulous resort (at a reasonable price...of course). So in my absence my wonderful Cielo Spa Staff is handling the needs of my clients this weekend, cheers to all. -Roxy.

Cielo Spa Giveaway!

The first two people to read this post and email me will receive a special gift from Cielo Spa. Enjoy your pick of a Bazil Essential soy candle and relaxation CD! This is my way of showing appreciation to my clients who make time for Cielo Spa! Thank YOU!

Cielo Spa Highlights: Johanna Anderson of Points of Health

I’ve recently gotten to know Johanna Anderson, L.Ac., a licensed acupuncturist at Points of Health who is a cosmetic specialist with a practice emphasis in facial rejuvenation acupuncture. Johanna has a Masters degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine and is certified in both the Mei Zen and Mary Elizabeth Wakefield styles of facial acupuncture.

With a series of treatments, you can erase years of aging using this safe, effective and natural way to enhance your beauty. Fine lines may be entirely erased, deeper lines reduced. Before a treatment, Johanna recommends her patients to have a deep cleansing facial which we offer at Cielo Spa.

Cielo Spa in Santa Barbara Magazine

Santa Barbara day spa Cielo Spa was featured – again! – in the April/May issue of Santa Barbara Magazine in an article titled “Road to Wellville” that highlighted Spa Relaxation and Rejuvenation for Santa Barbarans! Cielo Spa was among a list of other well-known day spas in town and our signature facial, the All Natural Facial, was featured!

The Benefits of Getting a Facial

Everyday I go to the spa and can't wait to treat my clients to their signature services. Every once in a while a client will say something that sticks with me. This past week I had a wonderful client come in to Cielo Spa and she was there to redeem a gift certificate for a facial. As she lay on the table right before I was ready to get started she looked me straight in the eye and said, "Do you know how long it has been since I have had a facial?" Of course I replied, "No, how long has it been?" I was surprised when she said, "50 years!" She then went on into her story about her facial fifty years ago and it was definately a cute one. So after finishing up the "50 year facial" I had to write a blog post about the topic. I came accross a great article about the benefits of a facial written by Deborah Scwabe and I wanted to share it with you.

Facial Benefits by Debroah Scwabe:

When was the last time you treated yourself to a spa facial? A facial is a great way to treat your skin. Getting facials will help you achieve a clear complexion and a nice glow. A facial can offer many benefits. The face is always subject to the elements such as the sun, maybe smoke or an improper at home regime. Facials offer you the opportunity to work with a professional skin care specialist who will analyze your skin, help you improve your complexion and show you how to take proper care of your skin. A facial can give you a deep cleansing, deeper than the cleansing you will get at home. A facial includes cleansing as well as exfoliation which can help to unclog your pores. Extracting open comedones will also help rid the skin of acne. Your skin care specialist will help soften the skin with steam, hot moist towels, and enzymes or other exfoliants. A skin care specialist or esthetician will choose the ingredients to help your skin type. The esthetician may choose a mask to detoxify your skin or hydrate your skin. By getting a proper analysis you will not only learn your skin type, but an esthetician will be able to create a facial experience that addresses your skin’s needs. A facial helps increase circulation and stimulates the skin. It can also help slow down premature aging by custom-targeting your skin care. Facials are a great preventative treatment to help you beat wrinkles before they occur. Keeping your skin hydrated will help keep the skin moist and stop dehydration. A facial may help you understand the proper skin care products for your skin. Most people are using the wrong products for their skin type; this causes the skin to become sensitized. A good esthetician will work with you to create a home care regime that will be both easy to use and work with your individual skin type. Skin type is determined by pore size, tone, and texture. It is also determined by oil production, called sebum. Most importantly a facial will relax you. A spa offers a serene environment that encourages stressreduction. Facials not only help your skin, but can be soothing. When you are comfortable with your skin, that confidence comes through in a natural glow. Many people have never experienced a facial. A facial makes a great gift for someone you love. Facials are great for both men and women, and a facial is a great introduction to skin care for a teenager.

So do yourself a favor and don't wait 50 years between your facials. Call Cielo Spa today to book your appointment. -Roxy

Family Time - Cielo Spa

Hey there! Roxanne here just reminding all of you to enjoy your family as much as you can this Spring! Take the kids on a trip, even the short ones will make them happy. My husband and I just returned from a quick, but fun trip down to Anaheim to visit Disneyland California and California Adventure. My 3 year old daughter Deanna was the dare devil, begging my husband to take her on a the roller coasters. She wasn't tall enough for most but she did ride the Matterhorn at 9:15pm! I thought for sure she'd come back in terror but to my excitement all she had was a big smile and a big girl story! Of course if you don't have kids then you can just focus on family, a loved one or even yourself. The weather is beautiful so get out there and enjoy!

Cielo Artist Carlos Cuellar @ Casa De La Raza

Hello friends. Many of you have enjoyed the artwork in Cielo Spa and the paintings have generated mush interest among my clients. The Artist, Carlos Cuellar is a native of Guadalajara and local Santa Barbara Resident. I was blessed to have Carlos create several paintings exclusively for Cielo. I wanted to announce that Carlos Cuellar's work will be on display tonight at Casa De La Raza. Carlos is the featured Artist tonight, his work honoring Cesar E. Chavez. I welcome all m clients and friends to visit Casa De La Raza tonight from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. Casa De La Raza is located at 601 East Montecito Street, Santa Barbara Ca 93103. You can see more information at http://www.lacasadelaraza.org/

Take care and Best wishes, Roxanne

Cielo Spa Carries New Organic Babor Products

For those of you who attended the Cielo Spa open house, you were able to meet Lisa Watts, Babor Educator. She was there to introduce the new organic line from Babor - Baborganic.

Cielo Spa is proud to now carry products from the Baborganic line. Stop by the spa to review the new products or ask about them at your next treatment.

Cielo Spa Monthly Special: “Take Time for Your Thursdays”

Many are finding it tough in this economy and often the first thing people cutback on are “extras” such as beauty treatments, haircuts, and personal training. While it is important to balance your checkbook, I believe it is equally important to keep your stress levels at bay. Many illnesses and diseases are partially caused by stress and taking some of your “extras” out of your life may elevate your stress level, making life more complicated in these hard-enough times.

In recognition of this, Cielo Spa is implementing a “Take Time for Yourself Thursdays” for the month of March. Every Thursday in March, we will be offering a 60-minute custom or organic facial at the reduced price of $75 – this special pricing cannot be combined with any other offers.

We are not cutting back – you will receive the same great service and will be able to relax knowing that you are saving money!

Call now to book your appointment – 687-8979.

Cielo Spa Featured Product: LiLash Eyelash Stimulator on Sale!

LiLash Eyelash Stimulator will dramatically grow your eyelashes longer and fuller! See before and after picture on the right. ---->

Easy to use – apply daily similar to a liquid eyeliner and in 4-6 weeks your eyelashes will transform!

Normally selling for $135, Cielo Spa is offering LiLash at $99!

Stop by to pick up your tube of LiLash – supplies are limited.

Thank you for a great celebration - Cielo Spa!

The open house at Cielo Spa was fabulous! Thank you to all my friends, clients and new guests that came by to relax, chat, and learn about our exciting new line of Baborganic products. I certainly hope everybody enjoyed the evening and special thanks to Lisa Watts, the Babor educator, who spent the evening demonstrating the wonderful Babor Organic line.

We also want to say congratulations to Stephanie Torres of Santa Barbara who was our raffle prize winner! Stephanie will be treated to an organic facial, compliments of Cielo! Cielo Spa in Santa Barbara is happy to celebrate three years in Santa Barbara and we are excited to continue to serve our clients for many more years to come. Spring is just around the corner so don't forget to come in for a relaxing service to start the sunshine days off right!

Thanks so much! -Roxy.

A Special Invitation from Cielo Spa

Cielo Spa is Celebrating Three Fabulous Years!

Join us for an evening of fun, organic hors d'oeuvres and wine, giveaways, raffle prizes (including a one hour organic facial!), and special discounts on services.

Our special guest will be Lisa Watts, Babor Educator, who will showcase the new Baborganic line - offering demos and answering questions.

Thursday, February 26, 2009
4:00 - 8:00 PM
at Cielo Spa
1725 State Street "C"
Santa Barbara, California

Bring a friend!
Kindly click here to RSVP for this event by February 23rd.

Winter Skin Care Tip - Day Ten

EAT WATERY FOODS

If drinking three liters of H2O a day feel like a chore, load up on cucumbers, oranges, and other fruits and vegetables with high water content, suggests Nutritionist Cynthia Sass. If you can eat healthy snacks like this and add the water, you are ahead of the game. Not only will you have great hydrated skin, you might find yourself drastically improving your health.

I hope over the past ten days my friends and clients have been able to use some of these tips that I found in "In Style" magazine. Many of my suggested skin care products are available for purchase at Cielo Spa, my piece of heaven. -Roxy

Winter Skin Care Tip #9

Trade Powder Makeup for Cream.

For a dewy finish, start with a luminizing primer, then add a creamy pink blush and a dab of highlighting fluid to cheek bones. I like Sukicolor pure cream stain, this multitasking color delicately hydrates while creating a natural looking pop of color on lips and cheeks. Rose Wax, Jojoba oil and Vitamin E protects, soothes and moisturizes while aromatheraputic Chamomile gently calms. Best of all this is an organic product, and made in the U.S.A!

Winter Skin Care Tip # 8

Make it Steamy...

If you don't want to give up your hot bath, close the door and fill the tub using the showerhead. The increased humidity will help compensate for the drying soak. No showerhead in the bath? Run a humidifier in the room 10 minutes before bathing.

Quick and simple, back tomorrow for tip #9.

Winter Skin Care Tip #7

Buy Five Balms

Pros say inexpensive lip lubes work as well as pricey ones. The real issue is having one around when you need it. I recommend having one everywhere you might need one, in the bathroom, your purse, a gym bag, the car, or in an office drawer. N.Y.C. Dermatologist Arielle Kauvar recommends applying lip balm every time you wash your face and whenever you feel tempted to lick your lips (a big, dehydrating no no). My personal favorite the Olivina "Lip Butter." It is a unique blend of avocado butter, rose hips and rose bud extracts, olive and grape seed oil in beeswax. Heavenly moisture for dry lips. I invite my clients and friends to come in and stock up on this great product.

Cielo Spa February Special: Couples Massage

Make this Valentine's Day special - book a Couples Massage - $200 for 60 minutes - and receive a Love & Sensuality (Jasmine Rose) Bazil Essentials Candle as a take home treat to continue your relaxation bliss!

When booking, mention you read about it in the blog to receive your free candle.

Winter Skin Care Tip #6

Bathe Smartly

Keep soaks and showers under ten minutes and avoid hot water (when you stick your hand in, it should feel almost the same temperature as the air). Swap drying bubble bath for a few drops of a skin softening oil. I recommend the Babor Balancing Bath and Body oil. This oil creates inner calm and harmony with active ingredients of macadamia nut oil and sesame oil. The delicate aroma fragrance is composed of geranium, lavender, coriander and borage. This soothing and conditioning oil is great for massages or a bath additive. This is a great value, I carry this product for $6 at Cielo Spa in Santa Barbara.

Thanks for checking in for this great winter skin care tip, remember to check back tomorrow, -Roxy

Winter Skin Care Tip #5

Make a DIY Humidifier.

It's Easy: Nicholas Perricone recommends hanging a wet towel from the door knob in your bedroom overnight (leave edges dry to prevent drips). By morning, the terrycloth should be dry, not your skin.

That's easy. I haven't tried this one yet because I own a humidifier, but this would work great especially for those who travel frequently for business and have to stay in hotels etc.

Winter Skin Care Tip #4 - Sock it up!

Emptying the dryer?? Take advantage of the heat: Slather feet with a rich treatment, I love Talulah Shea Butter Nourishing Foot Balm With Organic Arnica and Shea Butter. Soothe and revive sore, swollen and rough feet with this super concentrated and ultra nourishing blend of shea butter, organic arnica and pure aromatic essences. Finish by putting on a pair of warm socks. Your feet will thank you, trust me!

The Talulah Shea Butter can purchased here at Cielo Spa in Santa Barbara for $24.

Winter Skin Care Tip #3 - Almonds?

We have come to number three, snack on Almonds, seriously! It just so happens that Almonds are one of my favorite daily snacks and who knew that they are incredibly nutritious. They contain MUFA's (monounsaturated fatty acids) which keep your skin supple says Dermatologist Nichloas Perricone. If you tend to overeat, fill a container with just 23 almonds per day (160 calories) to ensure portion control.

As a busy working mom I thought this was a great tip. I often get hungry during my busy day at Cielo Spa, and this is an easy snack to grab between clients. It is easy to grab a bag at Trader Joe's and fill a small container each day.

Great Winter Skin Tip #2 - Drink All Day!

Water.

During the winter you need at least 3 liters of water and the intake should be spread evenly throughout the day. Just try filling up a liter bottle and finishing it before lunch, then have your second between lunch and dinner. The last liter of water can be sipped during the evening and before you go to bed. This method of drinking a liter every four hours or so is much easier then trying to gulp down a bunch of water at one time. Remember if you like to have a cocktail at night, you need to add at least one glass of water for each alcoholic drink you take in. It does not really matter what type of water (tap, bottle, or filtered) just make sure you get the water in your system.

Okay, check back with me tomorrow for tip #3, CYA -Roxy

10 Great Winter Skin Tips

Hello to all my loyal clients and friends. I recently came across a great article in "In Style" magazine that I wanted to share with you. I modified it a little bit to share some of my favorite products. Over the next 10 days I will share with you these 10 ways to great winter skin.

Day One: Upgrade your daily moisturizer.

If you are using a lotion or serum, switch to a more hydrating cream. I like the new Babor Organic Ultra Moisturizing cream, a moisturizing face cream for dry skin. It balances the lipid film, supplies intensive moisture and treats the skin, leaving it soft and supple. Feelings of tension and roughness disappear. The best part is that this product is both parabin and fragrance free. I offer this product at my Organic Day Spa in Santa Barbara for 75.00.

So that concludes day one, check back tomorrow for the second great way to fabulous winter skin! -Roxy

Cielo Spa Now Accepts SpaFinder Gift Certificates!

We now accept SpaFinder gift certificates! SpaFinder gift certificates can be purchased online and used at over 5,000 participating spas worldwide. These make great gifts for relatives or friends who do not live in nearby towns. If your aunt from New York is wondering what to get you, suggest a SpaFinder gift certificate and redeem it at Cielo Spa! When booking your appointment, please mention that you will be using a Spa Finder gift certificate.