Starting a new workout routine? How can Massage Therapy help you?

Massage therapy can enhance many facets of a new weight loss program and aid in even greater results! Collectively we tend to think of massage therapy as pampering for primarily well-to-do people or a special treat for the occasional recipient. On a regular basis though, studies have shown massage therapy to have increased weight reduction results for a number of reasons. Let’s take a closer look at a few of the advantages.

Post-Workout Pain

From time to time our muscles cry out for mercy during or after a good workout. This happens all too often when we forget to stretch afterward. Ice packs and over-the-counter pain relievers only do so much. Massage is a good way to soothe muscle strains.

Lactic and carbonic acids are excreted by your body during a workout as well. By increasing the circulation with massage therapy you are provided with a much shorter recovery time after a hard workout.

General Musculoskeletal Complaints

Not all of us work in perfect ergonomic positions and our back pays the price. We end up with tightened muscles and even knots in the upper back and shoulders. Being in the same position for hours on end decreases circulation and causes difficulty in maintaining proper posture 100% of the time. If you work in a seated position in front of a computer for the majority of each day, you probably slouch your shoulders and even the lower legs and ankles may become swollen. A full body massage can increase circulation and relieve musculoskeletal tension.

Behavior Health and Motivation

If you’ve never had a real massage, it’s high time you treated yourself. You leave feeling rejuvenated, beautified, energized and relaxed all at the same time. Aches and pains can cause us to be in a bad mood, but after the massage you just feel on top of the world and ready for your next workout! As a motivation boost, nothing beats a massage.

Massage therapy alone isn’t going to get you into a bikini or your favorite little black dress, but it certainly will affect other efforts to lose weight and get into shape. Sometimes we get overwhelmed with what we can’t eat and how much exercise we have to endure to shed those extra pounds.

Massage therapy can be the cherry on top of the cake and even help you reach your goals! Let us help you LemonDropSkincare.com

written by Dr Karl for more info go to : http://www.drkalsweightlosstips.com/massage-therapy-lose-weight.html

Only 3 days left to vote for the Best of Kent!

It’s that time of year again where the Kent Reporter allows its readers to fill out ballots and vote for their favorite businesses and places in Kent!
There is only 3 days left to turn in your ballot.



- We have had the honor of winning the “Best Day Spa” award the last two years, thanks to a lot of you! We would be honored to have your vote again this year. Please help us get the word out to your friends and family to vote too!

HOW? This year they've made it super easy to vote by going onto the
Kent Reporter for a ballot.
It's then submitted and you are done!

OR

Get yourself a copy of a recent issue of the Kent Reporter and fill out the ballot

Don’t forget that the ballots are due by April 16th and have to be filled out at least 50%. By voting, you are entered to win a $500 Kent Station Gift Card.

As always, thank you.
We love our customers and we love what we do!!

Get your "Best of Kent" vote in!

It’s that time of year again where the Kent Reporter allows its readers to fill out ballots and vote for their favorite businesses and places in Kent.

We have had the honor of winning the “Best Day Spa” award the last two years, thanks to a lot of you! We would be honored to have your vote again this year.

Please help us get the word out to your friends and family to vote too!

This year they've made it super easy to vote online by going to: The Kent Reporter Survey and filling out the ballot. It's then submitted and you are done!

OR

Get yourself a copy of a recent issue of the Kent Reporter and fill out the ballot!

Don’t forget that the ballots are due by April 16th and have to be filled out at least 50%.

By voting, you are entered to win a $500 Kent Station Gift Card.

As always, thank you. We love our customers and we love what we do!!
~ The Lemon Drop Gals

Lemon Drop's April Specials!

Citrus Sensations

This delightful package includes our beautifully simple ‘lil’ lemon express facial and our full-body heavenly hydration treatment, to give your skin the perfect nourishment and a soothing sensation to the soul. 1 hour, 25 minutes ~ $110



Oooohh, can I have a little more time?

We’ve been hearing this from a lot of you lately, so we’ve finally decided to make it happen!
Add an extra 10 minutes to any type of 30, 60 or 90-minute massage ~ just $15 more!

Our specials have become very popular and we'd love to get everyone in... so please book today!

Is your skin in need of something?

Your in luck! The Lemon Drop Facial and Microderm Treatment is on special this month. This includes a full skin diagnosis, deep cleanse, resurfacing microderm treatment, detoxifying steam and extractions. As an extra bonus, you will receive a neck, shoulder, facial & scalp massage before the finishing mask and a hand and arm treatment to complete this “must have” service! If you haven’t booked yours yet, you better get to it. It is only $90 during the month of March, a $15 savings!

Lemon Drop Skin Care & Massage Celebrates Its Third Anniversary

Lemon Drop Skin Care & Massage, a boutique-style spa in downtown Kent, will celebrate its third anniversary in March 2010. Owner Macey Boughter said she and her staff will celebrate the company’s anniversary by offering specials throughout the month including 15% off any services booked online for Mondays and Wednesdays during March and discounts on the Lemon Drop Facial and 90-minute massages.

After working at other area spas, Boughter first opened her business at Heartbeat Healing Arts on First Avenue South in Kent. Within a year, Boughter and her clientele had outgrown the space. Wanting to stay in downtown Kent, Boughter moved her business and its new name – Lemon Drop Skin Care & Massage – to the Titusville Station building at the corner of First and Gowe.

Named best day spa by readers of the Kent Reporter in 2008 and 2009, Lemon Drop is a boutique-style spa with two treatment rooms and six massage therapists and aestheticians who offer a variety of skin care and massage services. Boughter, who is dual licensed as a massage therapist and aesthetician, has also developed some signature treatments not available at other spas.

“Some of our treatments, like the Lemon Drop signature treatment, combine our massage and skin care services,” Boughter said. “This keeps our spa unique, and it is great for clients who want a little bit of both treatments. We really try to address what our clients want.”

Open seven days a week by appointment only, Boughter and her staff pride themselves on keeping their services affordable while providing high quality, personalized care. Lemon Drop also differentiates itself from its competitors by being one of the first area spas to go green. Appointments are booked online or by phone, and all receipts, orders and confirmations are sent via email to alleviate the need for paper. In addition, the spa uses only natural or organic skin care products.

“At Lemon Drop, we’re small and all-natural because we want to be,” Boughter said. “Our clients like the customized, quality care they get here.”

Open seven days a week, Lemon Drop Skin Care & Massage is a full-service day spa featuring skin care, massage and waxing services. The studio-style spa is located in heart of the Kent historic district in Titusville Station at First and Gowe.

For more information, contact Macey Boughter at 253-854-2499 or visit the spa’s website, http://www.lemondropskincare.com or blog http://lemondropkent.blogspot.com. Lemon Drop Skin Care & Massage can also be found on Facebook and Twitter.

HELP US CELEBRATE OUR 3-YEAR ANNIVERSARY!

WITH 3 YUMMY SERVICE SAVINGS…

~ #1 - Book any one of our services on a Monday or Wednesday in March and receive 15% off

~ #2 - Save $15 by enjoying our ever-popular Lemon Drop Facial with a Microdermabrasion treatment for only $90 (regularly $105)

~ #3 - Upgrade our delightful 60-minute massage to a 90-minute massage for only $20 more


HOME CARE BONUS - Don’t worry – we didn’t forget to throw in a SWEET discount on Home Care. Purchase 3 retail home care products and get the 4th product FREE.

Discounts are taken at the time of payment. These promotions can only be used separately from each other. They cannot be combined or used with any other offers, discounts or promotions. The 4th FREE product is a product of equal or lesser value than your other three items. All promotions expire March 31, 2010.

Don’t get your Valentine more STUFF...

Give them an experience...

We’ll even make it easy for you by extending our hours and offering two special Lemon Drop experience options.

Option #1: Valentine’s Weekend Pampering & Relaxation

Book an appointment for Valentine’s Day Weekend – We’ll make it extra special!
Book an appointment for Sat., Feb. 13 or Sun., Feb. 14 now to give your sweetheart a massage, facial or body wrap. We’ve selected our most popular treatments to enjoy with your Valentine or set up an appointment for the two of you to enjoy together:

~ Lemon Drop’s classic Deep Swedish or Relaxation Massage - 1 hour, $65 each
~ Heavenly Hydration Shea Butter Massage & Body Wrap - 1 hour, $75 each
~ Lemon Drop’s relaxing Simplistic Facial - 50 minutes, $60 each
*~ Valentine BONUS: Send your Valentine home with FLOWERS!! Make her (or his) day extra special by ordering a large beautiful fragrant Italian-style bouquet of flowers (no filler or spray). We will pick UP the flowers and have them ready for your Valentine after the treatment. Valentine bouquet, $55.

Book a Valentine appointment just for your Valentine, for the two of you, or treat yourself this Valentine’s Day! Limited space is available so call or email TODA to get your appointment!

Option #2: Purchase a Lemon Drop Instant Gift Certificate for Your Sweetheart!

If you aren’t sure what to get your valentine or want your valentine to schedule the appointment, purchase a Lemon Drop Instant Gift Certificate. You are just a few clicks away from getting your valentine an amazing relaxation experience he or she can use whenever they choose!

The Lemon Drops Gals fav foundation!

Susan Posnick COLORFLO Foundation – Simply brush and go with COLORFLO mineral foundation in a luxurious, self-dispensing, refillable brush!

With only nine all-natural ingredients, COLORFLO provides powerful and completely natural sun protection. It will not clog pores or irritate sensitive skin. In fact, the ingredients are so gentle, you can apply COLORFLO immediately after any skin treatment. Get three full months worth of COLORFLO for only $64.

**Be sure to ask your Aesthetician for a "touch up" after any facial or waxing service.

New Year, New You party tomorrow night!

Come as you are and bring your girlfriends! The Lemon Drop Gals are co-hosting a NEW YEAR, NEW YOU EVENT offering complimentary make-overs & make-unders with easy-to-use, skin-healthy cosmetics to help you create a naturally beautiful look for 2010. Bring in your old foundation to "retire" for $10 good toward any foundation purchase.

Of course, you can also expect

Lemon Drop's Cortney Johnson LMP foot reflexology treatments for your tired feet

drawings for free loot,

delish finger foods and beverages to celebrate a New Year and a new YOU!

WHEN: TOMORROW NIGHT! Friday January 22, open house style anytime between 6pm – 9pm @ Marie Haggin Accessories in Kent Station