Shark Tank’s Hot Tot Coming SOON to Luxe

If you’re a Facebook Fan or a loyal client, you may have noticed it’s been coming up babies at Luxe Salon & Spa! Six new beautiful bundles of joy have come into our lives in the last year or two! So it is no surprise that as new mothers ourselves we seek out products that are organic, mild, made with hypoallergenic ingredients, tested for safety and in keeping with our high standards, but made for children.

After leading trade magazine Salon Today featured Luxe on its Facebook page, we heard from Megan Gage of Hot Tot, a great new line of children’s products. We knew we had found a great match, as Hot Tot’s roll out across the United States is being mentored by ex-Bumble specialists — a product name we trust for amazing, healthy hair.

If you are familiar with the TV show Shark Tank, you may have seen billionaire investor Mark Cuban buy into Hot Tot. (If you missed it, tune in THIS Friday, May 24th to see it again!) The only professional line formulated for the physical characteristics of immature (children’s) hair, Hot Tot is made for softer, finer and denser hair in the early phases of life. Hot Tot now offers a complete selection of specialized products designed to cleanse, condition and style kiddos hair.

The various products in the line are infused with antioxidants (Organic Japanese Green Tea, Vitamin B-5, Grape Seed Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil, Aloe Vera Gel to name a few). “This unique pollution-control system protects from environmental toxins and ensures that young hair remains pristine,” explains Gage. We just know this means it will do its best to protect hair from the blazing sun and harsh pool chemicals.

And to top off, additional testing has occurred since the airing of the original Shark Tank show: “We just finished an extensive series of clinical testing to determine that all products are hypoallergenic.” explains Gage, who notes that they have made much progress in addressing the few concerns made. “We were just added to PETA’s and the Leaping Bunny’s cruelty free companies guide. We do not engage in animal testing on our finished formulas or purchase raw materials from any company that does.”

Hot Tot has been featured in numerous publications, such as Pregnancy & Newborn, Parenting and US Weekly. The line is currently being phased out of upscale children-centric salons and moved into traditional upscale salons like Luxe. Luxe will soon be the only salon/spa in Arizona at which the line can be purchased during our Hot Tot Summer Trunk Sale! Keep your eye on Facebook and your email inbox for special offers this week and get your little one’s hair ready for summer weather and summer vacation!

Mother’s Day Winners Announced!

We were so touched by EVERY entry we received for our Mother’s Day contest. Each daughter or son who wrote in spoke so beautifully of what their moms give up or do for them daily. It was a terribly hard choice for us to make and solidified our resolve to remind everyone how hard moms work to take care of their families and others close to them. How much they give of themselves at work on a daily basis. Each and every mom really deserves to take time for themselves and take care of themselves — mind and body. Our owner and management were so touched in fact, they added an additional prize on to the contest for an extremely deserving runner up. Thank you again for all of the submissions and for the chance to work with you to do something nice for those special to you. Our best to moms everywhere!

 

It solidified our resolve to remind everyone how hard moms work to take care of their families and others close to them.

Here is an excerpt from Grand Prize Winner Alexis Quintana’s entry. She will treat her to a Luxe Mini Spa Day and $50 Otaku Gift Card:

There are a million reasons why my mom is the best. She had me at a young age. She gave up a lot of her life to raise me. Till this day she does anything to make me happy. Looking at her you’d think nothing was wrong. Unfortunately, she is currently suffering from a tumor in her head. Luckily it is not cancerous. It’s taken a toll on her …

My dad is in the Navy and eight months ago he was ordered back to San Diego. My mom didn’t want to make me start at a whole new school my senior year. She decided to stay here with me until I graduate. We couldn’t afford to pay rent on two homes so we had to downgrade to an apartment, but my mom did not mind one bit, as she knew how much it meant to me to graduate with my friends. It’s hard and she made a very big sacrifice in her marriage being long distance for almost a year.

The past six months I have been trying to enlist in the Navy. Unfortunately, after two times of failing the ASVAB and wanting to give up, she wouldn’t let me. Even though we were tight on money she was willing to spend nearly $2,000 on tutoring sessions for me so I could pass the test. After a month of studying I took the test for the third time and passed! My mom has never been so proud and as of this past Monday I officially belong to the United States Navy and I ship out August 6th!

She’s been crying all week telling everyone she is not ready for her baby girl to grow up. She has always pushed me to do better. My mother is strict but she’s the best. I was always taken care of because of her. I value my self worth because of her. I’m strong, respected, and beautiful because of this woman.

Here is Runner Up Heather Ladd’s Entry. She will treat her mom to a Luxe Mini Spa Day:

I would love for my Mom to win this special treat.  I have been blessed with having my Mom in my life.  She has always been there for me and anyone else who needs her.  My Mom works full time, always has, to help support our family but still always has time to give.

She has spent the last several years acting as a caregiver to her Mom, my Grammie, until recently my Grammie passed away.  My Mom would work a full day, go home to get food for my Dad set up (he is retired on disability, is diabetic and has had two open heart surgeries), then would go to my Grammie’s aid until late into the evening. She would head home, do what work around the house she could before collapsing to sleep and getting up the next day to do all again.

Her weekends are spent running errands for the two households and also helping my Uncle (her brother) who is in a wheelchair with his errands.  She would skimp on herself and in fact, the first pedicure she ever had was when I took her when she was on “vacation” to visit me this last year. First time she had ever had paint on her toes! She loved it and has yet to treat herself again.

When my Dad got sick, she would sleep at the hospital each night just so she could be close to him even though he had no idea she was there. She would then go from the hospital to work to my Grammie’s side and back again. She would never complain.

In the midst of all that she does, she will find little bits of time and will call me and leave messages on my phone just to tell me little special messages.  She will tell me that I am talented and can do anything, she will tell me she loves me, she will tell me how proud of me and the woman and mom I have become. I have no idea how she does it all!

My Mom is so beautiful and I wish she knew just how much that was true.  She is too busy to stop and take care of herself and that breaks my heart.  She is so loving and so caring and I wish I could do more for her.

After my Grammie’s funeral I mentioned to my Mom that her and Dad should move down here to Arizona to be with us. I wanted to have them closer to us and the grandkids. They could spend more time with us and I could be here to help them out when they needed.  My Mom responded of course with that she could help me out with our two daughters and save us money on childcare. Again, she is thinking of how she can serve and help someone else! They are moving here this week and I am so blessed to have them here.

My Mom has never moved from home, she and my Dad live 30 minutes from where she grew up and they have lived in the same home since the day they were married. She sold that home, and packed up everything to move to a state she knows nothing about, with no job, to be here with us, for us, AMAZING!

I have set up an appointment with Stephanie for my Mom to get her hair done and styled with professional color treatment (no cheap box color for her anymore!) I want to treat my Mom so that she can feel as loved, important and beautiful as she really is. I want her to know how much she means to me and to all of us in the family. She is our rock and the most amazing part is that she has no idea how special she really is. I love her so much and winning this for her would be a way that I could show her that she is worthy of the winners treatment and a day of beauty at a glamorous salon and spa.

She would be blown away and I would love to be able to watch her bloom with these services that she could never do for herself.  Thank you for the opportunity to share about my Mom and I hope you select her.

Stop Haircolor Fade for 22 More Washes!

Our very own  Avery Woodhouse is a fan of Goldwell’s Color Lock Serums retention treatments! Why you ask? This $20 enhancement to the color service is proven to prolong your color for up to 22 additional washes! Depending on your hair type, Luxe can customize the treatment: Normal or fine color treated hair gets treated with Weightless Care Color Lock with color protective Pomegranate Essence; the Thick or Unruly formula uses Nourishing Care with Raspberry Seed Oil and Blonde or Highlighted Hair is treated with Regenerating Care’s repairing Mirabelle Lipid Oil. All three instantly lock in color when applied right after the color service and help prevent fading. So, to summarize, this means that for $20 more, you get unsurpassed color retention, hair color becomes more brilliant, and hair texture more manageable! Ask your stylist for more details.

Goldwell Green is Earth Day Smart

Happy Earth Day to all of our clients and friends! If you have a chance, try our Goldwell Dual Senses Green Products which are 98% naturally derived! Perfect for those who value natural and sustainable products—without wanting to compromise on performance. Buy the Shampoo and Conditioner and get 15% off this month!

Enter our Mother’s Day Contest with Otaku and Win!

Tell Luxe Salon & Spa and Otaku Asian Fusion why your Mom is the GREATEST and WIN our Mother’s Day Contest! We want to know what makes your Mom special or how she’s gone out of the way for your family. Why does she deserve this special prize? The winner will treat Mom to a Luxe Mini Spa Day, which includes: Mini Mani & Pedi, 30 Min. Facial, 30 Min. Massage, a Shampoo/ Conditioner with scalp massage and a Blow Dry/Style. Luxe’s professionals will make sure Mom will leave physically rejuvenated, mentally refreshed and looking her best! Then she’ll be ready to use her $50 Gift Card to Otaku for an amazing array of fresh dishes! So enter NOW by:

*Emailing us at info@luxesalonspaaz.com and putting “Contest Entry” in the subject line

*Facebook App on our page or QR Code (above)

* Drop off your entry in Salon

So grab a pen, a phone or a keyboard … the deadline is May 4th! And if you are a Mom reading this, get your kids on the task! Good Luck!!!

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Spa Week, Great Foods Reduce Tax Time Stress

Standardized tests, tax deadlines and just the craziness of day-to-day obligations seem to be coming to crescendo next week! To combat feeling overwhelmed, come in for  one of our Spa Week Specials (April 15-21):

-A $50 Spa Pedicure with complimentary “Dazzle Toes” (AKA Rock Star toes or if glitter is not your thing take $5 off the service price)

- A $45 60 min. Massage (the perfect antidote for stress)

In addition to getting plenty of exercise, says Marie Claire magazine, eat smaller consistent meals throughout the day to keep blood sugar stable. When blood sugar is low, mental, physical, and emotional energy decreases, and stress increases.

Marie Claire says to reach for these foods next time you’re feeling under pressure, under the weather, or just too close to that breaking point.  Keep Calm and Munch On!

Oranges
A German study in Psychopharmacology found that vitamin C helps reduce stress and return blood pressure and cortisol to normal levels after a stressful situation. Vitamin C is also well-known for boosting your immune system.

Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes can be particularly stress-reducing because they can satisfy the urge you get for carbohydrates and sweets when you are under a great deal of stress. They are packed full of beta-carotene and other vitamins, and the fiber helps your body to process the carbohydrates in a slow and steady manner.

Dried Apricots
Apricots are rich in magnesium, which is a stress-buster and a natural muscle relaxant as well.

Almonds, Pistachios & Walnuts
Almonds are packed with B and E vitamins, which help boost your immune system, and walnuts and pistachios help lower blood pressure.

Turkey
Turkey contains an amino acid called L-tryptophan. This amino acid triggers the release of serotonin, which is a feel-good brain chemical. This is the reason why many people who eat turkey feel relaxed, or even tired, after eating it. L-Tryptophan has a documented calming effect.

Spinach
A deficiency in magnesium can cause migraine headaches and a feeling of fatigue. One cup of spinach provides 40 percent of your daily needs for magnesium.

Salmon
Diets high in omega-3 fatty acids protect against heart disease. A study from Diabetes & Metabolism found that omega-3s keep the stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline from peaking.

Avocados
The monounsaturated fats and potassium in avocados help lower blood pressure. The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute says that one of the best ways to lower blood pressure is to consume enough potassium (avocados have more than bananas).

Green Vegetables
Broccoli, kale, and other dark green vegetables are powerhouses of vitamins that help replenish our bodies in times of stress.

To read the Marie Claire article in full, click here!

Diminish Aging During Sleep & Get FREE Product!

Introducing an Overnight Recovery with Argan Stem Cell Complex by Eminence Organics!

Diminish the signs of aging while you sleep! Experience a rejuvenating night’s sleep and wake up to younger looking skin with the new Age Corrective Night Collection from Éminence Organic Skin Care. For limited time, purchase any two retail Age Corrective Night products of your choice and receive a 2 oz. Neroli Age Corrective Hydrating Mist for FREE! See our Front Desk for additional details. And to celebrate, we are offering a 60 minute Brightening and Firming Skin Treatment with complimentary Eye and Lip Treatment featuring these new products for only $80 (a $20 Value) !

Lavender, monoi and primrose oil calm and soothe the senses for luxurious treatment with advanced age repair while our exclusive Argan Stem Cell Complex improves the appearance of the skin density and smoothing wrinkles.

The line includes four new products:

Lavender Age Corrective Night Concentrate

Description: Luxurious rich body cream with Argan Stem Cell Complex for overnight moisturization
Skin Type: All skin types, especially mature

Key Ingredients:

• Monoi: fragrant Tahitian oil; hydrates and firms the appearance of the skin
• Argan Stem Cell Complex (Argan Stem Cells and Nutmeg Seed): contains PhytoCellTec™ Argan stem cells and Nutmeg Seed; results in smoother looking skin
• Argan Oil: antioxidant; softens and moisturizes
• Evening Primrose Oil: moisturizes
• Shea Butter: moisturizes and revitalizes the look of the skin
• Hyaluronic Acid: deeply hydrating; natural substance derived from marshmallow plant that smoothes the appearance of the skin
• Grape Seed Oil:  antioxidant and emollient

Lavender Age Corrective Night Eye Cream

Description: Rich eye cream with Argan Stem Cell Complex for the delicate eye area
Skin Type: All skin types, especially mature
Key Ingredients:

• Lavender:soothes and softens the skin by replenishing moisture
• Argan Stem Cell Complex (Argan Stem Cells and Nutmeg Seed): contains PhytoCellTec™ Argan stem cells and Nutmeg Seed; results in smoother looking skin
• Argan Oil: antioxidant; softens and moisturizes
• Evening Primrose Oil: moisturizes
• Shea Butter: moisturizes and revitalizes the look of the skin
• Calendula Oil: antioxidant; relieves dry skin

Monoi Age Corrective Night Cream for Face & Neck

Description: Luxurious rich moisturizer with Argan Stem Cell Complex for overnight hydration of face and décolletage
Skin Type: Normal to dry skin types, especially mature
Key Ingredients:

• Monoi: fragrant Tahitian oil; hydrates and firms the appearance of the skin
• Argan Stem Cell Complex (Argan Stem Cells and Nutmeg Seed): contains PhytoCellTec™ Argan stem cells and Nutmeg Seed; results in smoother looking skin
• Argan Oil: antioxidant; softens and moisturizes
• Evening Primrose Oil: moisturizes
• Shea Butter: moisturizes and revitalizes the look of skin
• Jojoba Oil: supports and hydrates the skin
• Grape Seed Oil: antioxidant and emollient

Monoi Age Corrective Night Body Cream

Description: Luxurious rich body cream with Argan Stem Cell Complex for overnight moisturization
Skin Type: All skin types, especially mature
Key Ingredients:

• Monoi: fragrant Tahitian oil; hydrates and firms the appearance of the skin
• Argan Stem Cell Complex (Argan Stem Cells and Nutmeg Seed): contains PhytoCellTec™ Argan stem cells and Nutmeg Seed; results in smoother looking skin
• Argan Oil: antioxidant; softens and moisturizes
• Evening Primrose Oil: moisturizes
• Shea Butter: moisturizes and revitalizes the look of the skin
• Hyaluronic Acid: deeply hydrating; natural substance derived from marshmallow plant that smoothes the appearance of the skin
• Grape Seed Oil:  antioxidant and emollient

For more information about the products and services, please call us at 480-209-1659!

December Specials

Holiday Hair Treat!  Deep condition hair during a Mini Deep Cleanse with Hydrating Facial Massage, Mini Chair Massage, or Mini Mani. End with a professional Blow Dry Style  — perfect touch up services for a Date Night or before Holiday Parties — all for $60. (Value, $80)

SPECIAL SAVINGS! Luxe Pedicure for $30 (Savings of $10) and Shellac Manicure including soak off of current color for $30.

 NEW! The Moroccan Oil Spa Manicure ($45) and Moroccan Oil Spa Pedicure ($60)  include a scrub to slough off dry skin, Moroccan Oil Intensive Treatment products and Hot Towels for pampering.

Enjoy a 60 min. Massage Service with Complimentary Enhancement*, $50 (Savings of $20) or a 90 min. Massage Service with Complimentary Enhancement*, $65 (Savings of $35).

 *Book and receive any Massage Service and choose one of our complimentary Enhancement Services: Hot Stones, Deep Tissue or other Specialized Therapies. (Value $10/ea.)

Anti-Aging Eminence Organic Facial with Microdermabrasion (60 min.), $120 (Savings of $40)

Eminence Organic Facial with Dermaplaning Service (90 min.), $160 (Savings of $45)

Eminence Organic Customized Facial (60 min.), $70 (Savings of $40)

Note: All Esthetics Services include a complimentary lip and eye treatment (Value $30)

Terms and conditions apply to all specials; may not be combined with other offers and are available while supplies last.

Luxe Goes Green and Organic!

Luxe welcomes Éminence Handmade Organic Skincare! A favorite of celebrities like Jessica Biehl, Cher, and Madonna, we are proud to offer products for all skin types. Éminence uses only the healthiest ingredients (without any harmful chemicals or additives — NO Parabens, Petrolatum, Mineral Oils, Propylene Glycol or Sodium Lauryl Sulfate) chosen to give premium results to all skin types. The company believes in a holistic approach to skin care and health and has won awards and accolades for its environmental practices. We are extremely excited to bring the line to Luxe and share all of its MANY benefits with a our discerning clientele! To find out more about the skincare or makeup line, please call 480-209-1659 and book a consultation with Todatiyah or Jade.

We are equally excited about Goldwell’s Nectaya, a super nurturing, hair color that leaves you with noticeably healthier-feeling hair! Made from 92% naturally derived ingredients and deep conditioning Argan Oil, it actually replenishes the lipids (conditioning) in your hair. And the color results are SO rich, that you will notice up to 48% more brilliance, according to a study conducted by an independent research company. With a creamy, easy to apply consistency and pleasant odor, it make color services a breeze.

When paired with Goldwell’s Dual Senses Green color care and styling products, you can expect the results to last — up to 90% color retention after 30 washes! A great line for those of us looking for a healthier, greener alternative, the line is free from dyes, synthetic fragrances, parabens, silicones and mineral oils. The color preserving conditioner provides moisture and seals the cuticle, while the natural, sulfate-free cleansing action of the shampoo is perfect for for color-treated hair. Ask your professional Luxe stylist for more information.

October Spa Product of the Month

Want great looking skin and a chance to win a $1,100 photo booth package? SEE CONTEST DETAILS HERE. Come in to Luxe and talk to one of our estheticians (FREE consultations!) about your skin so that they can suggest products and services that will get you RESULTS. This month, our Spa Product is Dermalogica’s Daily Microfoliant, which has been touted in The Knot as the number one exfoliate for Brides! Gentle, Rice-based exfoliating powder activates upon contact with water, releasing Papain, Salicylic Acid and Rice Enzymes that micro-exfoliate dead cells, instantly leaving skin smoother and brighter. Formulated without artificial fragrances and colors, means its a product almost anyone can use. With two other fabulous high end lines (in addition to Dermalogica, we sell Jan Marini and PCA), we have all the tools to change your complexion for the better!