Our skin is amazing and most don’t realize that everything we put on our skin from soaps, lotions & creams, makeup & perfume is absorbed into our bodies.  It’s frightening if you consider how many chemically laced products we use on a daily basis and how our bodies absorb these chemicals.

Growing up in Europe, Poland to be exact, we were raised with an understanding and emphasis on using organic products on our skin.  Once I became a licensed Esthetician in the United States, over 7 years ago, I set out on a quest to find an organic skincare product line and to educate my clients on the risks we take each day with our skin as well as the importance & benefits of using organic products.

I was very fortunate to discover and begin working with the organic skincare line, Eminence Organics of Hungary.  Having seen the difference it makes for myself and my clients, I have become the line’s greatest fan and evangelist.

In the coming blogs, I will share my experiences with a variety of skin care related issues & treatment options.  As well as some tips and product reviews.  I trust that you will all benefit from the information I will cover and I welcome any questions, discussions and recommendations for future blog entries.   

Edyta Smigielski

Every injury, illness, surgery and even toxic substances that enter our body are still present as the years go by.  We have an accumulation of all of these “events” and they can present as fatigue and a sluggish feeling in the body; sometimes moving us into a diseased state.

In order to function at an optimal level, our bodies benefit from being treated and invigorated through the stimulation of the lymphatic system.  These treatments aid the body in eliminating toxins and debris in tissues.  This “clearing” of the body makes room for healthy hydration and loosens adhesions in the muscles so they operate more independently.  Your tissue, organs and systems are thus hydrated due to an increased circulation of blood flow to these areas.   Fibromyalgia, Sciatica, Arthritis, Buritis, Tendonitis, Poor Circulation and Muscular Aches are just a few of the conditions that respond to Massage Medicupping. 

Call Celestial Spa On Cloud 9 today at (843) 997-7440 to experience this amazing treatment!  Appointments can be made with either of the three certified practitioners: Maryanne Robinson, Juli Hudson or Edyta Smigielski .

My name is Jennifer and I’m a massage therapist at Celestial Spa on Cloud 9.  I am also certified in Pre & Perinatal massage therapy.  It has been a passion of mine since the start of my MT career, 7 years ago.  What I would like to talk about today are some of the many benefits of massage during & after pregnancy.

A woman’s body goes through tremendous changes during pregnancy.  While some can be seen, such as weight gain & water retention, others such as emotional and chemical changes may be harder to recognize.  A report published in Infant Behavior & Development in 2010 reported that researchers from the University of Miami’s Medical School examined the influence of massage on both pregnant woman and their babies.  The women were given massages 2x a week for 12 weeks during and after their pregnancy.  They reported decreased anxiety and reduced depression throughout the therapy.  Also, the newborns of mothers receiving massage were less likely to have low birth weight or to be born prematurely.

Massage has also shown to be beneficial for:

*reducing stress on weight bearing joints, such as ankles, lower back and pelvis.

*assists in maintaining proper posture.

*preparing muscles used during childbirth.

*lessening the pain of sciatic and carpal tunnel syndrome.

*helping the body to “bounce back” from childbirth…just to name a few.  The benefits are almost endless.

I have worked with many pre & postnatal clients in my career.  If there are particular concerns or questions you might have about pre & perinatal massage, please feel free to contact me at Celestial Spa On Cloud 9 (843) 997-7440.  It is always a joy & honor to assist in providing a nurturing , supportive touch to my clients at this special time.

All the best in health,

Jennifer

BAHAMA MAMA   2 hrs  $165

Enjoy our signature Celestial Massage with an Island twist!  Your skin will be nourished with a hydrating cream infused with the essence of mango and mandarin.  While the heat of the hot stones will transport you to your sun-kissed island.  Next, your face will come to life with a coconut Eminence Organics facial with a 10% pineapple enzyme peel to help rejuvenate and heal your skin.  Aloha!    

MOTHER/DAUGHTER RETREAT  2 hrs $240

You’ll enjoy your soothing Celestial Massages side-by-side.  Hot stones will be used on the upper body as well as a hydrating massage cream infused with rose oil.  Finish with a spa pedicure using a moisture mask with hot steamed towels.    

MOM’S ULTIMATE HYDRATION FACIAL  1 hr  $100

Your Eminence Organics facial will be customed-blended for your skin’s needs.  Your signature facial includes a fusion of coconut milk.  Refining pineapple enzymes and vitamin rich mangoes will address dryness, sun damage and pigmentation.  

CHOCOLATE/RASPBERRY MANICURE & PEDICURE  1 hr  $60

Enjoy a full service spa manicure and pedicure using chocolate sugar scrub and a satin raspberry moisture masque with hot steamed towels.