This Christmas, you will look your best with the Exclusive UV Gel Manicure, which promises No Chipping, No Smudging, No Kidding!

Besides the latest innovations for manicures and pedicures La Vie Med Spa offers a full service hair salon specializing in weddings and gala events including styling, cutting, and blowing. The salon is currently promoting an organic smooth hair keratin, which lasts 6 months and looks terrific effortlessly.

Try the spa packages, when you come with a group of friends or family members to enjoy a half day of pampering and relaxation. La Vie Med Spa welcomes private parties, hosted exclusively for birthday girls or brides, use of sauna included, over herbal teas, fruit or Champagne cocktails.

The latest La Vie Med Spa service introduced just recently, is a sensible weight loss program, allowing you to shed inches with a five-day massage reduction plan for just AWG 250.

La Vie Med Spa is beautifully appointed and decorated to help patrons reach the state of ultimate beauty in a most relaxing, gracious environment.  Opening hours are Monday to Thursday 10am to 6:30pm, Fri & Sat 10am to 7pm.

“Give the Gift of Spa, and receive a little something for yourself,” says director Angie Martinez, who owns Indulgences by the Sea in Aruba and in St. Martin.

She goes on to explain that in our busy and demanding lives we often forget to take care of ourselves. For that reason, during the Giving Season, the spa and salon rewards clients for loyalty with a simple program:  Buy a gift certificate for $250 and receive $50 as a personal gift; buy a gift certificate for $150 and receive $25 as a personal gift; buy a gift certificate for $75, and receive $15 as a personal gift.

Gift Cards can be redeemed at Indulgence by the Sea Salon at Tamarijn Beach Resort &  Indulgence by the Sea Spa at Divi Beach resort, against products and services, the offer is valid till December 25^th, 2011.

But that is not all: Indulgence by the Sea is collaborating this season with several fine retailers on the island. When you spend more than Awg 100 at Kooyman, Divi Links Golf Course & Pro Shop, Flora Market, Fantastic Gardens, Diamonds International, EQ3, Surprise, Antraco and/or Indulgence by the Sea Spa you will receive a raffle ticket for a $250 spa gift certificate.

Indulgence by the Sea also offers the BEST manicures & pedicures in the Caribbean, and is currently introducing Shellac by CND, a revolutionary nail color which goes on like nail polish, wears like gel and removed in minutes. Shellac allows a 14-day wear with a mirror finish, zero dry time, and no nail damage.

The new Shellac nail colors complement luxurious manicures and pedicures which include a Rose Petal Soak, Organic Sugar Exfoliation, a Rose Enzyme Organic Mask, an Aromatherapy Paraffin Dip, and a melt-away-from-it-all massage with deeply hydrating rose oil on arms, hands, lower legs and feet, for the ultimate in graceful hands and feet treatment so you are ready to dazzle this holiday season.

Finally as an added touch, Indulgence by the Sea serves complimentary wine, mimosas, coffee, and tea to all clients and should you be interested in more information, you may peruse the full menu of services on www.spaaruba.com, or stay connected via FACEBOOK, visiting Indulgence by the Sea.

The product was developed in the USA by CND, and launched in the international market just recently. Astoundingly, Shellac, which goes on like nail polish, wears like gel and removes in minutes, allows a 14-day wear with a mirror finish, zero dry time, and no nail damage.

No wonder women around the globe welcomed it enthusiastically, overwhelming the manufacturers, who were unprepared for the amazing reception.

In Aruba, when  Indulgence by the Sea Salon introduced Shellac it was an instant success.  The salon has always offered the best manicures & pedicures in the Caribbean, but with Shellac its popularity went sky-high, and then supplies dwindled.

Salon owner Angie Wallace, who runs the Full Service Salon at the Tamarijn, and its sister Indulgence by the Sea Spa, at the Divi All Inclusive Beach Resort, reports supplies are in, and the salons are now fully stocked with Shellac in all colors and shades, including all nail treatments.

The new Shellac nail colors complement the luxurious manicures and pedicures offered which include Rose Petal Soaks, Organic Sugar Exfoliations, Rose Enzyme Organic Masks,  Aromatherapy Paraffin Dips, and melt-away-from-it-all massages with deeply hydrating rose oil on arms, hands, lower legs and feet, for the ultimate in graceful hands and feet treatment.

With ample convenient parking and easy access — the door of the salon opens directly into the parking lot, Indulgence by the Sea also offers an Organic Natural Makeup Line, a private label especially designed for weddings and special occasions in a tropical climate.

The Salon’s Hair Studio menu is extensive and includes Shampoo, Blow Dry, Cuts, Formal Finishing, Damage Remedy, Highlights as well as Kerastase Masks.

Bridal Parties will find the salon especially accommodating, preparing brides, grooms and family members for the Big Day or for the exciting Rehearsal Party.

Indulgence by the Sea serves complimentary wine, mimosas, coffee, and tea to all customers and should you be interested in more information, you may peruse the full menu of services on line at www.spaaruba.com.

Pictures here from left to right are, Robyn Brete, Therapist and Nail Technician, Brigitte Pisciotti, Stylist and Nail Technician, Omaria Luz, Stylist and Nail Technician, Gwen Jie-Sam-Foek, Spa Director, Angie Wallace, Owner, Sharithee Giel, Nail Technician, Yolanda Angel, Stylist and Nail Technician.  Indulgence by the Sea Salon is open 7 days a week from 9am-6pm.

The Full Service Salon is celebrating its first anniversary at the Tamarijn, however its sister Indulgence by the Sea Spa, located at the Divi All Inclusive Beach Resort, has been open for almost a decade.

Both Salon and Spa, under the direction of owner Angie Wallace, are best kept secrets on the island, while they do operate at all inclusive hotels they are inviting locals and guests from other properties to stop by and enjoy the experience.

Indulgence by the Sea Salon offers the BEST manicures & pedicures in the Caribbean, and is currently introducing Shellac by CND, a revolutionary nail color which goes on like nail polish, wears like gel and removed in minutes. Shellac allows a 14-day wear with a mirror finish, zero dry time, and no nail damage.

The new Shellac nail colors complement luxurious manicures and pedicures which include a Rose Petal Soak, Organic Sugar Exfoliation, a Rose Enzyme Organic Mask, an Aromatherapy Paraffin Dip, and a melt-away-from-it-all massage with deeply hydrating rose oil on arms, hands, lower legs and feet, for the ultimate in graceful hands and feet treatment.

The Salon also features an Organic Natural Makeup Line, a private label for Indulgence by the Sea which is especially designed for weddings and special occasions in a tropical climate.

The Salon’s Hair Studio menu is extensive and includes Shampoo, Blow Dry, Cuts, Formal Finishing, Damage Remedy, Highlights as well as Kerastase Masks.

Visiting and local Bridal Parties will find the salon especially accommodating, preparing brides, grooms and family members for the Big Day or for the exciting Rehearsal Party.

Finally as an added touch, Indulgence by the Sea serves complimentary wine, mimosas, coffee, and tea to all customers and should you be interested in more information, you may peruse the full menu of services on line at www.spaaruba.com

Pictures here from left to right are, Robyn Brete, Therapist and Nail Technician, Brigitte Pisciotti, Stylist and Nail Technician, Omaria Luz, Stylist and Nail Technician, Gwen Jie-Sam-Foek, Spa Director, Angie Wallace, Owner, Sharithee Giel, Nail Technician, Yolanda Angel, Stylist and Nail Technician.  The Indulgence by the Sea Salon is open 7 days a week from 9am-6pm.

Aqua Nails & Spa explains Ingrid is a trendy new concept in nails and spa salon. The extended hours of operation from Monday to Saturday, 10am to 9pm and Sunday from 12noon to 8pm, allow working women and otherwise busy clients to find time for self-care and grooming.

Aqua Spa features restful, state of the art pedicure chairs, and an innovative nail bar, granting clients great comfort while having their nails done. The drying-station for both hands and feet guarantees zero-smudge to freshly painted nails.

Aqua Spa has two massage rooms, a single and a couple’s room, both with private showers, and an adjacent, fully-equipped hair salon.

The décor and the colors of the new spa, on the second floor of the Palm Beach Plaza Mall are very soothing, designed to inspire relaxation and peace of mind.

Among treatments available the exciting All-Out-Diva Manicure which includes an elaborate hand “facial”; All-Out-Diva Pedicure which included exfoliation and a cool foot masque;  a menu of services for men, including manicure, pedicures, hair-cuts and facials, and a list of services for kids.

The Aqua Spa services embrace a number of massage options including reflexology, wraps including a special Chocolate warp, and invigorating exfoliations with sugar, coffee or salt.

The Aqua Facials are designed to target different needs, including Anti-Aging, Anti-Stress and Eye Care Lifting, in addition to Hair Removal and Waxing for Men.

The spa opening party was nicely decorated, also presenting a lovely mermaid offering aqua-colored cocktails and catering by Kokomos. Many of the plaza’s tenants came to the party to congratulate the Kellys on the occasion including family members and friends.

The Grand Opening Special features 20% off massages and facials, and 10% off manicures and pedicures.

La Vie Med Spa also offered a complete menu of body massages, wraps and exfoliation, utilizing Dead Sea Salts, Chamomile Mud, Seaweed Mud, Paraffin, Sugar, Geranium, Sage and Salt and naturally, Aruba’s famous Aloe, to truly invigorate and detoxify body skin.

The just-opened spa offers interesting Exfoliation and Wrap combos as well as more advanced as-seen-on-TV options such as Spider Vein Therapy, Pre and Post Plastic Surgery treatments, Cellulite Treatments, Tattoo Removals, Laser Hair Removal, Waxing, Permanent Make Up, Make Up for special occasion, the latest in Cosmetic Dental Whitening and a full service hair salon.

Naturally, no spa is complete without a detailed Hand & Foot Care menu, with a special Hand Rejuvenation Treatment offered to moisturize aging dry and rough hands.

La Vie Med Spa is available to receive birthday celebrations and bachelorette parties, with complimentary sauna use, herbal teas and more, for a minimum of 6 people.

The brand new spa is beautifully appointed and decorated to help patrons reach the state of ultimate beauty in a most relaxing, gracious environment. LaVieMedSpa@gmail.com, located upstairs behind J.H.Yee Asian Bistro, ample parking on site.

Spa Manager Karin Cofino reports that her estheticians presented KeraGreen products for hair restoration, for the first time in Aruba.

The KeraGreen label presents a brand new keration and protein system delivering consistent impressive results for those with frizzy, problem hair. The products and treatments enjoyed much interest at the Women’s Expo, and Karin informed that they are available at the Okeanos hair salon.

In addition to an innovative hair treatment, Okeanos also introduced the new OPI’s Holiday 2010 nail enamel colors, inspired by Burlesque. The Burlesque lineup offers six shimmers in warm metallics, a vampy plum and some more-traditional reds.

The new, carefully selected organic line of spa cosmetics is Equavie, a brand guided by a natural vision of beauty and an aim for authenticity.

“Equavie,” says spa manager Orly Valor, “is not just certified organic, it is also certified BIO, which is the highest level of organic classification given by the COSMEBIO charter, requiring products to sustain at least 95 % natural-origin ingredients.”

The switch to superior products includes masks, facial creams, oils, lotions, in line with the latest global trends advocating a sustainable and more natural approach, maintaining a healthy environment, as the key to preserving the future.

“At Body & Soul,” reiterates Orly, “The emphasis is not just on beautiful, but also on healthy, which motivated us to seek the guidance of WTS, International spa consultants, in repositioning the spa, and tweaking its menu of treatments.”

Besides using Equavie at the spa, products made of olive oil, cotton seed extract, shea butter, strawberries, and green tea will also be available for sale at the reception.

Body & Soul Spa, a sanctuary within Tierra del Sol, is designed to nourish bodies, revitalize minds and enhance well being. The facility offers indulgences from head to toe with an array of soothing and healing treatments. The spa’s professional staff offers massages, body wraps, skin and body treatments, aromatherapies, hydrotherapy, manicure and pedicure and a full service hair salon, maintaining the use of Kérastase products.

With over 4,000 square feet of pampering, the spa features three couple treatments rooms, one single room, and three comfortable mani-pedi chairs, in a cozy, dedicated wing. The outdoor garden features retreat areas as well as a private whirlpool; men and ladies’ private locker rooms include dry sauna, wet steam and power shower, and lockers provide terry robes, spa slippers and towels; personal amenities are provided along with complimentary beverages and teas.

The spa makes yoga classes available in the garden, 4 times a week – Wednesday 8.15 a.m., Tuesday & Thursday 6.30 p.m., Saturday 8.30 a.m., and features majestic views of the ocean, golf course and the famous California Lighthouse while working-out in the fitness studio, boasting strength conditioning equipment, free weights and a complete selection of cardiovascular equipment.

There are specials for local residents and monthly specials for members and homeowners, just drop in any time during opening hours, Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tito reports his new year resolution led to the shedding of 24 pounds in just 6 weeks, and while the first week was no-picnic, he jokes, he actually enjoyed his sessions at the spa, and benefited greatly from the food and exercise program tailored to his particular needs and likes by Rudy Schorea, the resident fitness guru.

Okeanos Spa Weight Loss program, explain Spa Manager Karin Cofino included 3 days of fitness a week during which dieters were given a one hour training session guided by their personal instructor at the resort’s state of the art fitness center. Different spa treatments, such as massage, manicure, pedicure, hair wash/blow, were also included, in the super-attractive package.
On Friday evening program graduates were treated to some chilled bubbly, and a lean Chicken Caesar in celebration of their individual weigh-loss achievements.

While not every one signed up for the purpose of weigh loss, all participants expressed their complete satisfaction with the toning and the stretching the enjoyed, and with the sensible instruction they received.

Toasting to the health and well-being of his students, Rudy Schorea, invited them to continue on their journey with conscientious eating and regular exercise as the key to health and self confidence.

Katharine Lacle, Local Marketing Coordinator, Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino reports that the program will be repeated in the near future, as the interest level continues to be high.

The Radisson Aruba Resort Casino & Spa initially invested $5.2 million, in the 13,000-sq.ft., stand-alone oceanfront Larimar Spa. The one of a kind facility with beautifully designed treatment rooms, sauna & steam cabins, Vichy showers, relaxation gardens, plunge pools, dedicated areas for manicure, pedicure and hair care, and a truly state of the art gym and fitness center, deserved a top professional, and Bruce Cavan fit that description perfectly. Subsequently, he was contracted to operate the facility and make it famous, a mission he successfully achieved.

Pictured here Bruce’s farewell gathering at the resort 9^th floor penthouse suite, attended by all managers and departments heads who also signed the souvenir picture frame designed to escort Bruce to his new destination.

While at the helm of Larimar Spa Bruce trained his second in command, Albert De La Cruz to take over the spa management.