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July 2018

7/5/2018

We are celebrating an amazing organization right in our own neighborhood this month!
Thairapy Plus will donate 10% of the purchase price of all home care purchases in July to The Friendship Center. So while you take care of you this month, you'll also be helping care for your neighbors in need.

Learn more www.friendshipcenterchicago.org/

NEW Brightening Facial!
Our skin endures a lot. Every day, natural and environmental triggers work to change its structure from inside and out - speeding up the aging process and resulting in uneven skin tone; hyperpigmentation; fine lines; wrinkles and loss of elasticity.

The good news? Our skin CAN fight back against these processes; It just needs a little help. New technology and research allow us to harness the full power of Vitamin C and enhance the skin's natural defense system to stop damage before it starts.

Enjoy the beautiful results for $100 in July.
Regularly $125

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Happy Father's Day

5/31/2018

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Happy Father's Day to dads and the men who fill that role! We will have you summer ready with our men's specials this month.

Get in the clear with our Back it Up facial! Keep that hard to reach skin healthy and blemish free with a deep cleansing; mask and extractions.

$65 (regularly $75)

Don't be this guy! Get beach ready with a back wax.

$50 (regularly $60)

Strengthen Your Hair Three Ways.
Wellaplex color additive: an exclusive technology that helps reconstruct inner hair bonds. We recommend this treatment for stronger hair during lightening and coloring services.
Wellaplex strengthening treatment: Used to strengthen stressed or weakened hair. Ideal when growing hair longer.
Fusionplex Intense repair service: Used for smooth; elastic; and resilience against breakage. A fusion of silk amino acids and micronized lipids.
We are in love with the results and can discuss which treatment is right for you.
Special price in June: $25 (regularly $35) Please mention when booking!

We're in love!
We not only use these tools ourselves, We are now carrying the luxury ghd ("good hair day") styling tools for you! As a great stylist, you have to love science and art and that's what these tools offer. Working with stylists in their Cambridge, England lab, scientists have developed patented technologies to provide tools that provide healthier, shinier hair and longer lasting styles. You'll see and feel the difference!
Ask your stylist today for more information and schedule a styling lesson today!

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Bring a Friend Styling Event

4/5/2018

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Bring a friend event!
Join us for a fun filled, interactive evening! We'll help you with your styling techniques, whether you desire more VaVaVoom; a sleek look; or an up-style you can do at home.

Guest artist, Beto Sanchez of GHD, will join us in styling with hot tools!
And BAM! There's more!
Enjoy a revitalizing eye treatment and learn how to have that bright eyed look after a long day.
EXTRA! EXTRA!
Raffle Prizes
Gifts with purchases
Kryptonite Sangria and noshes
Limited space, so call today to reserve your spot!

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February 2018

2/8/2018

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New to our shelves
Introducing Calm Water Gel and Barrier Defense Booster.Calm Water Gel is the answer to hydrating your thirsty winter skin! Applied before your moisturizer to lock in moisture and defend sensitive skin against dryness.
Barrier Defense Booster uses soothing Oat Oil to balance sensitive skin and reduce redness. If you suffer from eczema or rosacea this is a must have!
Learn more by talking with our Esthetician Mandy!

We heart shine!
Winter is a great time to indulge in a Sebastian cellophane gloss and shine service. Available in a variety of colors!

Free from ammonia, alcohol and peroxide, Cellophanes strengthens hair, preserves natural moisture balance and protects against UV. Now, glossy, translucent color means stronger and healthier looking hair!

$75 or $25 with any other color service

Turn Back Time
Concerned about dull, lackluster skin? Come in and experience our signature Hydra Radiance Peel, (recommended in a series and at a savings to you!) This damage fighting treatment is suitable for all skin types, focusing on anti-aging and strengthening your barrier. Perfect bright skin solution for busy clients!

Buy 5 and get the 6th one FREE: $450
Individual Peel: $90

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September 2017

8/31/2017

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Time to hit those books, and end of summer hair challenges are part of your homework!

Did your child’s sun-drenched locks pick up a golden hue but also some green tint this summer? Chlorine is not kind, but we have a solution for that. A Malibu in-salon treatment will remove the deposit without damage and bring your hair back to blonde and up to your school’s dress code.
With summer camps over and school beginning it's time to have THE chat. Lice. It makes you itch by the mere mention of it. Rarely harmful, except for infections caused by scratching, learning your child has lice is met with great dread. It is common. It does not mean you are dirty. Lice does not discriminate and neither should you! Do a thorough check now to avoid outbreaks later.

Thin Splitting Nails

LCN gel nails are the solution. LCN Gel Nails are non-porous and do not weaken the wearer’s natural nails, but protect them. Other benefits include:

*No aggressive additives - gentle on natural nails
*No unpleasant odors
*Non-porous - nails will NOT yellow
*Natural looking - use with or without polish

Full set: $75 Fill: $45

What our Thairapists Can't Live Without

Having access to so many wonderful choices we wanted to share some of the products your Thairapists just simply cannot live without. This month we chatted with our Esthetician Kaitlyn to find out what her go to is. Drum roll please… Dynamic Skin Recovery. Kaitlyn loves that this medium weight moisturizer not only contains ingredients that promote and stimulate collagen and elastin production but is also a Broad Spectrum SPF50.
Enjoy 10% off Dynamic Skin Recovery in September.

Liter Duos

Our Wella color preserving shampoo and conditioner liter duos are on sale now! Limited supply, so call to reserve your set for only $42 today!

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August 2017

8/1/2017

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Pastforward

While we're still enjoying the summer, fashion is moving to fall and winter.
If you've been window shopping lately, you've noticed the 70's inspired clothing. On trend hairstyles, the modernized versions of the shag and pageboy, will dominate this fall. Call to schedule a consultation with your Thairapist to plan your look for the autumn season!

New to our shelves

If you enjoy Nioxin’s 3- part system, you are going to fall in love with Instant Fullness. A dry cleanser that refreshes scalp and leaves hair looking and feeling 2x fuller within seconds.
Anytime, anywhere, you can give your hair an instant fix of fullness!

What’s happening with Glo?

Heads up! Glo Minerals (make-up) and Glo Therapeutics (skin care) have merged! The company has decided to rebrand themselves and are now simply Glo Beauty. Not to worry though, the same great formulas and products aren’t going anywhere, just new packaging and a new name.
Glo Beauty’s Protecting Powder is a great alternative for heavier sunscreens that we keep reapplying throughout the day. With a broad spectrum SPF of 30, this sleek and compact powder brush combo not only keeps your skin safe from the UV rays, but also helps to diminish any shine that you see happen during the day. We love those multi-use products!

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July 2017

6/29/2017

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Happy 4th of July. Things are sizzling! Your holiday sparklers, the heat off the pavement and your backyard bbq.

We’ve got services to keep you sizzling hot while enjoying a more chill summer approach to looking good and feeling great!

Fabulous Feet
Your tootsies are working overtime this season and are due some attention. We guarantee the highest level of sanitation to provide you peace of mind while getting your feet flip flop ready for summer with these steps:

A soothing foot soak
Exfoliation: needed to remove dead skin cells that cause unsightly cracks and encourage new cell growth for smoother feet
Clipping toe nails: Prevents pain and ingrown toe nails.
Properly cleaning toe nails: Eliminates dirt and bacteria that your more exposed to in the summer. Prevent foot odor and worse with a healthy pedicure.
A perfect finish: Nail Laquer (free of Formaldehyde, Toluene, and DBP) or go natural with a brilliant buff and shine!

Independence From Frizz
Your skin is happy to have some more moisture in the air. But your hair is struggling with the frizz. Spend less time struggling with your hair and enjoy more time for mojitos with a Smoothing Therapy Treatment.
All healthy hair is made up of Keratin, moisture, and lipids. If your hair is naturally coarse and curly, or is damaged by environment or sun exposure then it can lose these elements. When this happens, the hair becomes drier and coarser, so any moisture in the air causes big hair and frizz!

Keratin Smoothing Therapy Treatment replaces and repairs the keratin loss in the hair, leaving you with shiny, healthier looking hair. After a Keratin Treatment you can expect an easier (and quicker) blow out, and a barrier against humidity effecting the largeness of your locks.
Choose from the Smoothing Treatment (lasts up to 5 months) or the Express treatment that lasts up to 6 weeks.
In July, with your keratin treatment purchase a keratin friendly Morrocan Oil or Wella Elements shampoo and receive a FREE conditioner !!
Ask your hair Thairapist for more details, or visit our website www.thairapyplus.com.

SPF
A gentle reminder, sun damage does not only happen after a day at the pool or beach, and is not isolated to our warm Chicago months; so, please remember to wear your sunscreen (SPF 30+ for areas above the shoulders), year-round! Also, we tend to forget to protect our ears and around the nape of our necks, so make sure those areas and your scalp are protected as well

We see a lot of skin damage and pre-cancer on our gentlemen in this area because of short hair, but this applies to the ladies as well. Short styles and ponytails expose these areas we might forget in colder Chicago months.

If you are someone who finds that sunscreen irritates your skin, know that there are two different types of sunscreens, physical and chemical, so there is surely one out there that will work for you! Physical sunscreens are recommended for sensitive skin types, acting like a shield to UV rays. Chemical sunscreens sit on the surface of the skin, and rather break up and "dissolve" UV rays before they can damage the skin.

Confused on which sunscreen is best for you? Stop in and chat with Kaitlyn so that she can recommend the perfect SPF for you!

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June 2017

6/1/2017

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It's time for baseball, beer and back waxing!? Yep. It's summer and our Thairapists are here to get you ready. De-stress with a hot steam facial or a pedicure for flip flop season. Be picture perfect with a new hair cut and beard shaping. Let us take care of you this Father's Day!

Beards and Skin Health

Your beard is as important as the hair cut you choose. Facial hair makes a statement. Some things to consider are:

The Shape of your face. Facial hair can enhance your best features while minimizing weaker ones.
Growth patterns and areas of weak growth.
Maintenance: How much time are you willing to commit to the extra grooming? No. it is NOT easier than shaving and can often require more time to keep it looking great.

Let us help you choose the right facial hair for your face shape and show you how to maintain it between visits to Thairapy Plus.
Caring for skin when you have facial hair:

Cleanse with Dermalogica's Special Cleansing Gel, which works for all skin types and cleans without soap or artificial fragrance.
Follow with Dermalogica's Multi-Active Toner to hydrate and smooth the skin.
Cyclists, Runners, and other active men: use Dermalogica's Barrier Repair to shield against environmental stress or the recommended moisturizer for you skin type. Don't forget the SPF!
Apply Sebastian's Dark Oil to Beard, it's a mixture of

Waxing. It's definitely a "man-thing".

Waxing. It’s definitely a “man-thing”. Getting ready for street festivals, wearing short-sleeve shirts and tanks again, and being at the beach is not something that only our female clientele is thinking about. And we promise, it is not as horrifying as watching Steve Carrel’s character in The 40-Year-Old Virgin have his chest waxed.
Thairapy Plus offers a wide variety of body waxing for both men and women. Body waxing is a great way to remove unwanted body hair and it will leave the area smoother and hair free longer, while also eliminating those painful and unsightly ingrown hairs.
Make your appointment today for your “dude-friendly” waxing service and let us help you boost your confidence this summer and bare your skin (with SPF of course!).

Put Your Best Forward

Pedicures aren't just for looking good. They also feel great, and help with overall foot health. Benefits of pedicures:

Prevent and treat cracked heels
Release toe pain
Prevent foot odor
Prevent ingrown toenails

If you don't think you need one, ask your partner. They may think differently!

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April 2017

4/4/2017

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Can you feel it? Spring is in the air! The first flowers are blooming, Cubs season begins April 3 and the days are longer! A most beautiful time of year and we’re eager to help you look and feel ready.

Color Contouring Class
What a great day of learning and growing with Aubrey Loots, top artist for Wella International on March 1!
Creating Optical Illusions with color placement and cutting techniques will showcase your most flattering features. Color Contouring will add new dimension to your existing Color and bring your style to life.
Thank You Aubrey for our Amazing Class.

Benefit Package
Massage can bring immediate relief, but often we have recurring stressors and improper body movements that negatively impact our wellbeing. With the active season upon us, it is the perfect time for preventative care to avoid injuries.
Our Benefit package offers greatest results with ongoing treatment and delivers financial relief to our loyal clients.

Stimulus Package
For a fresh new look, take advantage of our chemical peels. This treatment is a “reboot” for your skin. A chemical peel series removes dead skin cells lying on the surface of the skin, therefore increasing the turnover rate for new skin cells. To diminish fine lines, blemishes and uneven pigmentation, make your first appointment today!

Buy 5 massages or a facial peel series and get the 6th one free.
PLUS: Purchase your series in April and receive a bonus of a free foot reflexology treatment or pedicure!

May 1 Training
Continuing our ongoing commitment to learning, we will be having a hands on haircutting workshop with Wella top artist, Nicole Obert, focusing on texture and razor cutting. Can’t wait for this great class and to share our updated skills!

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Don't forget to Stretch!

10/14/2016

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If any of you have a dog, you could learn something invaluable from them! Notice how each and every single time they get up they stretch? Well, OK, unless there's a squirrel in their midst.

Anyway, it's important. Especially as the weather gets colder. Prevent cramping and injuries by stretching and of course hydrating.

A massage, assists in better movement and circulation to the muscles. Massage also help your posture and overall well-being. Stay healthy and book with Chris today!

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