MAC Spa

Spa Referral Program

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Refer a friend. It's a win-win!

THIS OFFER IS FOR FIRST TIME SPA USERS ONLY.

Please take as many cards as you would like and
pass them along to your friends, family, coworkers,
or anyone who has never been to The Spa.

They will receive 20% OFF their first Spa service and as
a thank you, you will receive 20% OFF your next service!

All you have to do is put your name as the “referee”.
Once your friend redeems their card you will have
a 20% off credit waiting for you at The Spa!

Some restrictions may apply Please see Spa or call for details (617) 924-9495.

Storm Update

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The Spa will be closing at 7pm tonight and will open at 11am Thursday.

Please call 617-923-2255 for Club hours.

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM EST THURSDAY

* LOCATIONS...GREATER BOSTON METRO AREA INCLUDING THE NORTH SHORE.

* HAZARD TYPES...SNOW...SLEET AND FREEZING RAIN.

* ACCUMULATIONS...3 TO 6 INCHES WITH A COATING OF ICE.

* TIMING...SNOW WILL BEGIN AROUND 3 PM WEDNESDAY AND SHOULD BE HEAVY FOR A TIME THROUGH THE EVENING COMMUTE. SNOW WILL BECOME LIGHTER TONIGHT AND MAY MIX WITH...OR CHANGE TO SLEET AND FREEZING RAIN. THE WINTRY MIX SHOULD CHANGE BACK TO SNOW EARLY THURSDAY MORNING AND AFFECT THE MORNING COMMUTE.

***** If you have an appointment scheduled for Wednesday evening or Thursday morning please call us at 617-924-9495 before heading over. The Spa will be closing at 7pm Wednesday and will open at 11am Thursday. Please call 617-923-2255 for Club hours.*****

Did you know?

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Color Therapy

Whatare the healing effects of color?

By Cathy Wong,About.com(About.com Health'sDisease

and Condition content is reviewed by our Medical Review Board)

According to color therapy, colors are capable of influencingmany aspects of our lives, including our mood, mental state and energy level.Each color is thought to be associated with one of seven energy centers, orchakras, in ayurveda. If aperson's chakra is thought to be out of balance or weak, the color it'sassociated with is believed to help strengthen it.

·Red Red is thought to be linked to the base chakra and the spine, hips and legs.It's thought to stimulate and boost physical energy, strengthen willpower,increase circulation, clear congestion and is linked with sexuality. Too muchred may overstimulate and possibly promote anger or aggressiveness.

·Orange Orange is thought to encourage joy, socializing and optimism, which is why it'sconsidered useful for depression or sadness. Orange is associated with thesacral chakra and it's believed to benefit the kidneys, urinary tract and thereproductive organs. Too much orange is thought to lead to tiredness, pessimismand confusion.

·Yellow Yellow is associated with the solar plexus chakra. An imbalance in the solarplexus chakra is thought to promote fear, apprehension, confusion, lack ofdetermination, introversion or power issues, which this color is believed tobalance. Yellow is associated with the intellect and mental processes and isuplifting. The solar plexus chakra is also thought to influence the digestivesystem. Too much yellow is believed to lead to poor concentration andhyperactivity.

·Green Green is a color that's thought to encourage emotional stability, purity andcalmness. It's related to the heart chakra, so it's believed to help withemotional issues, such as love, forgiveness, trust and compassion. An imbalancein the heart chakra is associated with fear of relationships, mistrust,jealousy, isolation and insecurity.

·Blue Blue is related to the throat chakra and is said to be connected to the throatand lungs. It's thought to enhance verbal expression and communication,artistic expression and willpower. It's a calming color and is believed to helpinsomnia, anxiety, throat problems, high blood pressure, migraine and skinirritation.

·Indigo Indigo is associated withthe third eye chakra, located between the eyes, and is related to the eyes andthe lower part of the head. It's said to encourage greater intuition andstrengthen the lymph system, immune system and help purify and cleanse thebody.

·Purpleor Violet Purple, or violet, is associated with the crown chakra, which is at the top ofthe head. It's thought to encourage spirituality, intuition, wisdom, masteryand mental strength and focus. Too much purple is thought to promote pride andarrogance.

Note:This information should be used for education only and should not be used todiagnose or treat disease. There is no evidence that color therapy can be usedto treat, alone or in conjunction with standard therapy, any condition ordisease. If you have any symptoms, please see your primary care provider.

Thank you!

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We just want to say thank you to our lovely client who anonymously left us this wonderful note! "Where do you find all these amazingly talented, beautiful Spa employees? They brighten my day and make my life so much better. They are magical!"

You brighten our day as well and we think you're pretty magical too! So thank you.

Save the Date: Sunday March 4th

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On Sunday, March 4, 2012 from 9 am - 12 pm, we are hosting Spin for Hope, an event to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Every dollar raised goes toward eliminating cancer as a major health concern while providing services for those fighting cancer.

Each participant is asked to raise $100 per hour of cycling. There is also a non-refundable $25 registration fee.
We are excited to be a host site for such a great event. We encourage members and non-members to register and be part of the day's festivities. All contributions and registration is managed by the American Cancer Society.

To reserve your spot visit & learn more about the event: www.spinforhope.org.

Dermalogica in the news...

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Essie & TOMS partner for a good cause!

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Archipelago NEW Elder & Olive in HouseBeautiful

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Dermalogica gift with purchase

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OPI Holland Collection is here!

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New study: Botox affects 'distant' muscles too

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Boston — Results of a new study suggest that Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA, Allergan) has previously unsuspected and long-lasting systemic effects on muscles other than the ones into which it's injected.

Read the full article here.

Closer to a cure for eczema...

2012-02-01T15:49:00.001-05:00

"Scientists have found that a strain of yeast implicated in inflammatory skin conditions, including eczema, can be killed by certain peptides and could potentially provide a new treatment for these debilitating skin conditions. This research is published today in the Society for Applied Microbiology’s journal, Letters in Applied Microbiology."

Read the full article here.

Winter Skin Tips

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Heart Month

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Heart Health Jamboree

Saturday, February 4, 2012 - 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Celebrate Heart Awareness Month with us.

February is Heart Awareness Month. Join us Saturday, February 4 for a day of free workshops, complimentary heart healthy food, cholesterol testing and a chance to win an iPad 2, a Kindle Fire & more!

Don't miss our raffles (pictured below) and our special Heart Health seminars: Intro to Effective Cross Training and The Benefits of Working with a Heart Rate Monitor. Guests who attend these seminars are entered to win exclusive giveaways!

Full schedule & registration here:

We look forward to seeing you this weekend, and please feel free to bring a friend to enjoy the day with you!

In case of bad weather.

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In case of bad weather tomorrow please call the main Club # at 617-923-2255 & the Spa at 617-924-9495 before heading out.

MAC on The Dish

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Check out MAC Cafe's very own Chef Julio!

Open House & Member Appreciation Event

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Join us Saturday, January 7 for The 2012 Launch & Member Appreciation Event!

Reserve Your Spot Now

mountauburnclub.com/launch

Your Launch Day Check List

Try something new!

Tennis workshops, TRX, Kettlebells, Gravity, Pilates Reformer, Zumba, Swim Stroke Analysis, Yoga, Spinning, & more!

Eat! Enjoy a variety of healthy treats from the cafe.

Enter to Win!

Attendees are entered to win an iPad2, a Kindle Fire, $200 Club Cash & other Club Prizes.

Be Inspired!

We're offering two seminars, one on meal planning and another on staying motivated. Learn tips & tricks from the experts to make 2012 infinitely awesome.

Bring a friend!

Guests are free and are eligible to win prizes as well as take advantage of a complimentary 14-day VIP pass. For more info visit mountauburnclub.com/VIP*.

*Must be 25 years or older. Some restrictions may apply.

6 Ways to Nourish Dry Skin This Winter

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6 Ways to Nourish Dry Skin This Winter

SALE

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The following items are on SALE:

Dermalogica
- Intensive Moisture Mask @ 40% off
- Power Rich @ 40% off
- Solar Defense Wipes @ 30% off

Decleor
- Hydra Floral Eye & Lip Mask @ 50% off
- Cleansing Water @ 30% off
- Aroma White Brightening Concentrate @ 30% off
- Aroma White Night Cream @ 30% off

Holiday Hours

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early closing

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Just a reminder the Mount Auburn Club & Spa will be closing early tonight (December 16) for a staff holiday party. The Spa will be closing at 6pm, the Club at 7pm (last check in 6:15pm).

Happy Holidays!

skin through the ages: 50s

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skin through the ages: 40s

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skin through the ages: 30s

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skin through the ages: 20s

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Candles & Lotions IN STOCK

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Archipelago has arrived!

The following items are now in stock:

A.B. Home Candles

(Honeysuckle, Lindenwood, Lemmongrass, Arugula & Peony)

Mini Tins

(African Freesia, Agave Sage, Pink Grapefruit & Bamboo Teak)

*NEW* Elder & Olive Collection

(Kitchen Hand Lotion & Kitchen Hand Wash)

*NEW* Lavender Collection

(Bath Salts & Linen Spray)

Milk Collection

(Soy Body Butter, Body Wash & Bubble Bath)

Sugar Collection

(Mango Body Lotion & Pomegranate Body Lotion)

NEW for sale

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Holiday Packages

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This year we are offering three Holiday Spa Gift Certificate Packages
all at discounted prices.
Please click on the image below for DETAILS:

TODAY!

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Jane Iredale SALE

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LAST CHANCE!

As of November 30 the following Jane Iredale items are still in stock

Concealer: SALE PRICE $17
- Circle Delete 3 (Qty. 1)

Brushes/Tools:SALE PRICE $6-$14.40
- Foundation Brush (Qty. 1)
- Retractable Gold Lip Brush (Qty. 1)
- Sable Lip Brush (Qty. 1)

Lips: SALE PRICE $7.60
- Iced Mocha Gloss (Qty. 1)
- C.J. (Qty. 1)
- Lily (Qty. 1)
- Sabrina (Qty. 2)

Lip Pencil: SALE PRICE $3.60
- Rose (Qty. 1)

Blush: SALE PRICE $15- $15.60
- Bronzer (Qty. 2)
- Mauve Mist Complete Color (Qty. 1)

Single Eyeshadow: SALE PRICE $10.80
- Bone (Qty. 1)
- Eggplant (Qty. 1)

Eye Liner: SALE PRICE $15.60
- Black Plus Creme to Powder Liner (Qty. 1)

Powder: SALE PRICE $12.60-$25.20
- Autumn Pure Press (Qty. 2)
- Caramel Pure Press (Qty. 2)
- Cool Sand Loose (Qty.1)

NEW Double Radiance Cream

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Now in stock!

gift with purchase

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MAC Holiday Fair & Open House

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Shop & Workout! Join us Saturday Dec. 3 for our Holiday Fair & Open House!
What: An open community event to promote local artisans & healthy living.
When: Open House Saturday, December 3, 2011, 8 am - 4 pm, Holiday Fair 11 am - 3 pm

Members who inspire friends and loved ones to join receive a $100 Club Cash Reward for their good deed! Don't forget about the Same Address Discount. Two members of the same residence both receive 25% off their monthly dues.

When you RSVP for our open house, you will be entered to win a massage and gift bag from our full day spa. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at info@mountauburnclub.com or call us at 617.923.2255 ext. 333.

SALE starts Friday 25th

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Decleor Gift Sets

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Decleor Holiday Gift Sets are here!

NOURISHING TREASURE TROVE
Includes:
- full retail NutraDivine Soft Cream
- full retail Lip Balm
- travel Angelique Balm
- travel Angelique Oil

Value = $105
Your cost = $61 a retail NutraDivine Cream

HYDRATING TREASURE TROVE
Includes:
- full retail Hydra Floral Moist Cream
- full retail Hydra Floral Eye Cream

- travel Neroli Essential Balm
- travel Neroli Oil

Value = $125
Your cost = $58 a retail Hydra Floral Cream

Congrats Jeannie!

2011-11-22T15:40:00.001-05:00

We want to congratulate MAC Spa employee Jeannie Donovan on her recent acceptance into the Rocky Neck Art Colony! Check out her beautiful landscape watercolors here.

Another baby boy!

2011-11-22T13:37:00.001-05:00

We are happy to welcome another new member to the MAC Spa family!

Desk Coordinator Caitlin and her husband Isrrael have announced the arrival of their son Logan born today!

Holiday Hours

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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 24

The Spa will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving on Thursday 24th. We will reopen on Friday at 10am. In the meantime please feel free to leave us a message at 617-924-9495.

The Club will be open 5:3am - 12:00pm.
(Last check-in is at 11:15am and the locker rooms will be closed at 12:30pm.)

The MAC Cafe and Market will be closed Thursday, Friday, & Saturday, November 24-26.

Dermalogica in the movies

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NEW from Decleor

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We have some new and exciting retail items from Decleor!

Expressionde’lage Smoothing Roll On – This product is great for everyonelooking plump up wrinkles and smooth out expression lines. It can be used onany area of the face that is a concern for the client. The innovativetechnology has made this very popular. Clients love the application techniquesand that it can be used throughout the day. Some of the key ingredients are HyaluronicAcid, Hibiscus Extract and Neroli Essential Oil.

Experiencede’lage Resurfacing Gel Peeling – This product is a great non granular exfoliator/chemical exfoliator. Itis so easy to use and only takes 5 minutes. This is a retail version of ourAlpha + Gel. By far this has been the best selling of the three new products. Someof the key ingredients are 4% Glycolic Acid, 2% AHA Complex of Pineapple,Passion Fruit and Grape with Aloe Vera to hydrate and soothe the skin.

Welcome little Elijah!

2011-11-10T15:10:00.001-05:00

We are happy to welcome the newest member to the MAC Spa family!

Desk Coordinator Brianna and her husband Joe have announced the arrival of their son Elijah Josef Krikava born @ 8:07am today!

Member Appreciation Party

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T O N I G H T 6:30pm-9:30pm
Member Appreciation Party
eat.imbibe.mingle.guests welcome.

DO GOOD- $5 for 10 tickets to win Spa Treatments, Personal Training & more! Proceeds go to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

RSVP- here

OPEN HOUSE & MEMBER APPRECIATION DAY

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To thank our loyal members we are having a member appreciation day along with our fall open house on Saturday October 22. We are offering free premium classes all day. Members’ guests are free for the day. Food will be provided by our favorite Chef Julio. Plus all attendees will be entered to win a free massage from the Spa at the Mount Auburn Club.

SHELLAC IS HERE!!!!!!

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Pumpkin is back!

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Please click the image below to view full size.

Win a year's supply of Daily Microfoliant!

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Win a year's supply of daily microfoliant®!

Dermalogica's most loved, most reviewed, number one exfoliant is turning 10! Celebrate by telling us why Daily Microfoliant® is part of your regimen... and you could win a year's supply of this amazing product!

Record a 30-60 second video review telling us why Daily Microfoliant® is an important part of your skin care regimen.
Submit your video before October 31, 2011.
The Top 10 videos voted "most helpful" by Dermalogica fans will win a full-size Daily Microfoliant®.
The video with the most votes wins a year's supply of Daily Microfoliant®* and a $25 joinFITE code!

ENTER HERE!

Try something new this Fall!

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Book talk, wine & appetizers

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Thursday October 6 @ 6:30pm

The Book: In Body Shots: Hollywood and the Culture of Eating Disorders, Emily Fox-Kales explores how the “body narrative” of Hollywood celebrities like Lindsay Lohan, Gwyneth Paltrow and Oprah Winfrey about their battles with bulimia, post-maternal weight gain, and yo-yo dieting create a “new normal” glamorizes the chronic body dissatisfaction and weight obsession that put so many media watchers at risk for eating disorders.
We are so excited to welcome Fox-Kales to give a talk about her new book, which is already generating positive media buzz. –> “Body Shots is an engaging and fascinating exploration of the connection between Hollywood’s dream-factory and our eating disordered culture that is derived from Emily Fox-Kales’ vast experience and expertise in the treatment of eating disorders.” - James Hudson, MD, ScD, McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School

Please RSVP for the event at the front desk or with Lauren M.: lmuscarella@mountuaburnclub.com

Fall scents

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Two of our favorite Archipelago Botanicals candles are in the news! Both are currently in stock.

Complimentary Wine Tasting

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T-O-N-I-G-H-T

Complimentary Wine Tasting at The MAC!

The Spirited Gourmet is back this Thursday September 22 for another tasting from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 pm. Vino expert Nick Martinelle will give a short talk for each wine. The tasting & paired appetizers are complimentary. The wines will be available by the glass for $6 as well. All attendees will receive a special discount on the wine and will be entered to win a basket of the six wines we taste. Space is limited.

Please RSVP with Lauren at lmuscarella@mountauburnclub.com if you plan to attend.

Check out the wine we’re tasting!

Whites
Saint Peyre 2010 Picpoul de Pinet (Languedoc)
Le Capitaine 2009 Les Aumones Vouvray (Loire Valley)
Mas Mudigliza 2008 Cadalouis Blanc (Cotes de Catalanes)

Reds
Closerie des Alisiers 2009 Bourgogne Haut Cotes de Nuits (Burgundy)
Georges Vigouroux 2010 Cahors ‘Gouleyant’ (Cahors, Southwest France)
Vignersons de Caractere 2009 Cotes du Rhone ‘A l’Ombre des Fontaines’ (Southern Rhone)

NEW Club Blog

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If you love our MAC Spa blog you should check out our sister blog. www.blog.mountauburnclub.com

The new MAC Club blog is HERE!

MAC Blogger Lauren M. will keep you updated on all things Club related. You can learn about renovations, amenities, freebies, staff & member updates, programs, health tips (provided by our expert staff) and upcoming events.

NEW Bamboo Massage & NEW Herbal Stamp

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To view full size please click on the image below.

Rate & Review

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Review your favorite Dermalogica product for a chance to win!

In July, the authors of the 10 most "helpful" reviews voted on by www.Dermalogica.com visitors will win that product!

Select a product and click "write a review."

Login or register.

Submit your review.

4th of July weekend hours

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Spa Holiday Hours
Saturday July 2nd (9am to 5pm)
Sunday July 3rd (CLOSED)
Mondays CLOSED

Club Holiday Hours
Saturday July 2nd (7:45am to 6pm) last check in @ 5pm
Sunday July 3rd (7:45am to 6pm) last check in @ 5pm
Monday July 4th (7:45am to 6pm) last check in @ 5pm

* MAC Market & Cafe will be closed on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd.

Decleor FYI

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It recently came to my attention that there are a lot of GREAT things many of our clients still don't know about the Decleor brand. I've put together this little list of things that we here at The Spa feel are just some of the many steps that Decleor is taking to better their company from the inside out.

FYI INGREDIENT SOURCING:

- all raw materials go through a rigorous selection process provided by high-quality small-scale producers

- we believe in ingredient traceability and makes sure NOT to exploit protected or endangered plant species

FYI FORMULATING PRODUCTS:

- we make sure to use the best essential and plant oils chosen for their affinity with the skin

- Decleor makes sure to opt for certain globally authorized preservatives, at appropriate doses, to help maintain the quality and beneficial properties of our products

- there are NO colorants or preservatives in our 100% pure, natural AROMESSENCE™ oils and night balms

- mineral oils are absent in 98% of our products

- many of our product ranges are paraben free

FYI TESTING PROCESS:

- there are rigorous controls at each stage in the development and manufacturing of our products

- we do routine effectiveness tests conducted under dermatological conditions

- we DO NOT test our finished products on animals

FYI FOR THE ENVIRONMENT:

- Starting back in January 2009, cases, bags and brochures will be gradually introduced that are manufactured from paper produced from sustainably managed forests.

Don't forget the SPF!

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Don't forget your sunscreen this holiday weekend! Come stop by the Spa anytime for some Summer skin advice.