Star Treatment: Give Thanks Full Body Exfoliation

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Thanksgiving is a holiday known for bringing family and friends together. But not everyone enjoys shared warmth around a bountiful table. Family tensions often boil over during this time of year, and many people are stressed out from the effects of a challenging economy. For clients seeking respite from a hectic holiday season, The Spa at the Salish Lodge (www.salishlodge.com) in Snoqualmie, Washington, is offering an opportunity to enjoy a brief time of solitude and reflection.

The Give Thanks Full Body Exfoliation (50 min./$95) is a blend infused with seasonally scented essential oils to promote inner calm. The scent of clove stimulates the mind and releases depression, while orange spice reduces nervous anxiety, explains spa supervisor Mariah Torrez. The exfoliation also introduces a different treatment to clients who typically come to spa for relaxation. "It provides a great opportunity to promote the effects of stimulating essential oils," she says.

The promotion lasts throughout the month of November. Plus, the spa is also promoting gift certificates for the treatment as a way for clients to show gratitude to a friend or family member.

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Seasonal Promo: Winter-Weather Feet Treats

When it's cold outside, promotional pedicures warm clients and get them off to a smooth start for the holiday season.

The rush for beach-ready pedicures may be over, but your spa doesn't have to suffer the winter blues. Chilly temperatures take a toll on feet, so now is a good time to capitalize on winterizing services.

When the weather outside is frightful, treat clients to products and protocols that restore ravaged skin. Whether intensely moisturizing, Eastern-inspired or seasonally scented, the following promotions put the spring in clients' steps.

Down to Earth

During the frenetic holiday season, you can help clients stay grounded while simultaneously lifting their spirits with CND's (www.cnd.com) Raw Earth Spa Pedicure. The line is made with volcanic clay, earth-derived nutrients and essential oils. It stirs the senses with heady blends of grapefruit, lavender, peppermint, orange flower, ginger, patchouli and clove bud.

Start the pedicure with Raw Earth Clean, a fizzing bath that cleanses and deodorizes with antiseptic oils. After the soak, massage Raw Earth Buff onto the feet and calves. This raw-sugar scrub "warms the skin, and alpha hydroxy acids provide triple-action exfoliation," says Roxanne Valinoti, education ambassador for CND.

Next is the clay Masque, which delivers vitamins A, E and B5, minerals and moisturizing agents into the skin. The finishing touch is the Raw Earth Massage. This hydrating lotion has a satiny slip, and contains a ceramide complex and smithsonite stone extracts that protect against environmental stress.

Promo suggestion: The Raw Earth collection comes in a mini-tote. Suggest it as a stocking stuffer, "Secret Santa" present or special gift for travelers, party hosts and co-workers.

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