Dayspa Magazine - Article Index 2006

Article Categories:
Client Relations
Day Spa Closeups
Day Spa Operations
Employee Matters
Equipment/Facility Design
Financial Issues
Industry News
Legal Issues
Marketing
Products/Services
Retailing
Trends
Wellness/Medical Spas

CLIENT RELATIONS

Are You Ably Educated? Part I (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, June 2006, p.40 (spa clients and the Americans with Disabilities Act).

Breast Cancer Awareness (Building Blocks), Oct. 2006, p.26.

Catering to Hot Mamas, L.A. Brown, Nov. 2006, p.84 (in-spa childcare).

Just Rewards, L.M. Starr, Nov. 2006, p.62 (client rewards programs).

Little Clients, Big Advice (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Jan. 2006, p.38 (guidelines for serving underage clients).

Massaging Minds, H. Larson, Jan. 2006, p.96 (educational workshops for clients).

Nice Touches, H. Larson, Aug. 2006, p.114 (extra amenities).

Nightmare on Elm Street (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Oct. 2006, p.36 (improper pricing policies).

The Reality of Celebrity, N. Trent, July 2006, p.76. (catering to celebrity clients)

The Whole Truth, K. Kozen, Nov. 2006, p.94 (dispelling skincare myths for clients).

DAY SPA CLOSEUPS

A Day to Shine (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, Dec. 2006, p.98 (Body Rhythm, Oakdale, MN).

A Dream Realized, L. Barrett, Feb. 2006, p.66 (Evo Spa, Mill Valley, CA).

Advancing the Creative Spirit (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, Nov. 2006, p.124 (Habitude Salon Spa and Gallery, Seattle).

An Exact Science, A.E. Hamaker, Nov. 2006, p.100 (Beauty Science, Victoria, Australia).

Anything But Neutral (Spa Hopping), L.B. Baldwin, Apr. 2006, p.14 (spas of Switzerland).

Business, Interrupted, J. Sturgeon, Jan. 2006, p.68 (Sapphire Salon and Destination Spa, Pittston, PA).

Cabo Roll (Inspiration), Nov. 2006, p.196, Hive Salon & Day Spa, Los Cabos, Mexico.

DAYSPA Top Honors 2006, DAYSPA editors, Dec. 2006, p.80 (recognizing excellence in day spas).

Double Take (Inspiration), L. Barrett, Mar. 2006 (The Renaissance Salon & Spa, Frederick, MD).

Empowering Women (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, May 2006, p.140 (Christie & Co. Salon-Spa, Bayside, NY).

Encouraging Wellness (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, Sept. 2006, p.142 (Spa Gregorie's, Newport Beach, CA).

Ensuring Success (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, Apr. 2006, p.140 (body blitz, Toronto).

Flying High, L.B. Baldwin, Apr. 2006, p.132 (DuBois Salon & Rainforest Café, Gresham, OR).

Homeward Bound, J. McCormick, Mar. 2006, p.100 (Donovan's Serenity and Wellness Spa, Alpena, MI).

The Joy of Giving (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, Aug. 2006, p.122 (Blue Water Medical Spa and Laser Center, Raleigh, NC).

Lessons From the Islands (Spa Hopping), L.B. Baldwin, Feb. 2006, p.20 (Mauna Lani Resort and Spa, Kona Village Resort, Four Seasons Resort Hualalai and Honua Spa at Hotel Hana-Maui, in Hawaii).

Made for Two (Inspiration), Feb. 2006, p.182 (The Tower Spa & Salon, Whitefield, NH).

Manning the Spa, J. Elaine Spear, June 2006, p.54 (profiles on several men's spas).

My Spa Heaven, J.E. Spear, Aug. 2006, p.78 (Oxford Club Spa Salon, Denver).

New Orleans or Bust, K. Kozen, Oct. 2006, p.100 (post-Hurricane Katrina updates on Belladonna, Spa at the Ritz-Carlton and Miss Celie's Spa Orleans, New Orleans).

Path to Wellness (Inspiration), May 2006, p.208 (Nemacolin Woodlands Resort and Spa, Farmington, PA).

Promoting Yourself (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, Feb. 2006, p.136 (Solstice Day Spa, Hyannis, MA).

Quieting the Mind (Inspiration), Aug. 2006, p.172 (Osmosis Enzyme Bath and Massage, Freestone, CA).

(The) Road Less Traveled (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, Mar. 2006, p.144 (Artful Touch Spa, Bloomingdale, IL).

Rocking Reflex (Inspiration), Sept. 2006, p. 204 (Ikal del Mar, Riviera Maya).

Spa Noir (Spa Hopping), L.B. Baldwin, Dec. 2006, p.12 (Six Senses Spa, Barcelona, Spain, and ShipShape Spa on Voyager of the Seas).

The Spa Week Phenomenon, L. Barrett, A.E. Hamaker, K. Kozen, July 2006, p.76. (Pacific Waters Spa, Huntington Beach, CA; Gauthier Total Image Spa, Sherman Oaks, CA; The Spa Loft, Woodland Hills, CA; Odyssey Medispa, Marina del Rey, CA; Fresh Espace, West Hollywood, CA; dermology MedüSpa, Pasadena, CA)

Sharing a Vision, B. Wright, Oct. 2006, p.90 (Belleza Salon & Spa, Knoxville, TN).

Southern Comforts (Spa Hopping), L.B. Baldwin, Sept. 2006, p.14 (Inn at Palmetto Bluff, Lowcountry of SC, and Pure Blu in Newport Beach, CA).

Standing Out (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, Jan. 2006, p.112 (Bella Sante, Boston).

Surf, Sun, Sand Traps ... and Day Spas, L. Seldon, May 2006, p.52 (spas of Myrtle Beach, SC)

Survival Instinct (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, Oct. 2006, p.132 (Tamara Spa, Farmington Hills, MI).

Three Men and a Green Leaf, L.M. Starr, July 2006, p.112. (Green Leaf Spa, Bangkok, Thailand).

Thriving (Inspiration), Oct. 2006, p.192 (Calluna Day Spa & Holistic Retreat, Seattle).

True Blue (Inspiration), Jan. 2006, p.154 (Nidah Spa, Santa Fe, NM).

Wall of Life (Inspiration), Dec. 2006, p.152 (Lather Spa, New York City).

We [HEART] L.A., A. Renskoff, Sept. 2006, p.88 (Ritz-Carlton Spa and Salon, Pasadena, CA; LushSpa, Studio City, CA; Le Petite Retreat, Los Angeles; and Nana's Garden, Los Angeles).

Wishing Well (Inspiration), Apr. 2006, p.192 (Wells Spa, the BrookLodge Hotel, County Wicklow, Ireland).

DAY SPA OPERATIONS

Casting a Wider Net, J. McCormick, July 2006, p.60. (insurance for high-level spa treatments)

Clean Sweep, J. McCormick, Nov. 2006, p.74 (spa sanitation policies).

The Good Book (Management Workshop), S. Overman, Aug. 2006, p.144 (creating an employee manual).

Implementing Change (Management Workshop), C. David, July 2006, p.144. (managing change in the workplace)

Internet Recruiting (Management Workshop), J. Dysart, Sept. 2006, p.150.

Ready for Internet Postage?, J. Dysart, June 2006, p.142.

Rediscovering Your Roots, J.E. Spear, July 2006, p.46. (adding a hair department)

Saving Grace, L.M. Starr, Apr. 2006, p.94 (energy-saving measures at the spa).

Top-Shelf Management Books (Management Workshop), L. Barrett, Apr. 2006, p.148.

Uncharted Territory (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, July 2006, p.134. (Faceloic franchise concept)

EMPLOYEE MATTERS

A Watchful Eye (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Sept. 2006, p.38 (employee surveillance).

Anxiety Disorders (Inside Health), I. Hansen, July 2006, p.156. (panic disorder, OCD, social phobia)

Are You Ably Educated? Part II (Legal Pad), M. Antoline, July 2006, p.34. (ADA rules for accommodating disabled employees)

Breast Cancer (Inside Health), I. Hansen, Oct. 2006, p.166 (supporting employees with breast cancer).

Coming of Age (Management Workshop), M. Diaz, May 2006, p.158 (Generation Y employees).

Contagious Illness (Inside Health), I. Hansen, Feb. 2006, p.156 (preventing the spreading of germs in the workplace).

Diabetes (Inside Health), J. Sturgeon, Nov. 2006, p.154 (supporting diabetic employees).

Dyslexia (Inside Health), J. Sturgeon, Dec. 2006, p.114 (accommodating employees with dyslexia).

Fear of Flying (Inside Health), I. Hansen, Mar. 2006, p.164 (employees with flight phobias).

Fibromyalgia (Inside Health), I. Hansen, Apr. 2006, p.158.

Get in the Game (Management Workshop), A. Loiselle, Nov. 2006, p.140 (creating a management team).

The Good Book (Management Workshop), S. Overman, Aug. 2006, p.144 (creating an employee manual).

Hidden Management Mistakes (Management Workshop), K. Simmons, May 2006, p.166.

Hormonal Changes (Inside Health), I. Hansen, Aug. 2006, p.134 (employees' changing hormone levels).

Internet Recruiting (Management Workshop), J. Dysart, Sept. 2006, p.150.

Lift Your Lamp-Legally (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Feb. 2006, p.42 (responsibilities of hiring immigrants).

Organizing Behaviors (Management Workshop), C. David, Feb. 2006, p.144 (team-building through organizational management).

Rekindling the Flames (Management Workshop), K. Simmons, Oct. 2006, p.140 (banishing staff burnout).

Retirement Made Simple (Money Matters), J. Sturgeon, Jan. 2006, p.124 (retirement plans for employees).

Road to Utopia (Management Workshop), K. Simmons, Mar. 2006, p.152 (employee-friendly strategies).

Sea of Tranquility (Management Workshop), M. Gorkin, Jan. 2006, p.130 (handling the "star" employee).

Sleep Disorders (Inside Health), I. Hansen, May 2006, p.180.

Smart Mentoring (Management Workshop), P.M. Perry, Oct. 2006, p.146 (staff mentoring programs).

Stop Smoking (Inside Health), I. Hansen, Sept. 2006, p.163 (helping employees kick the smoking habit).

Substance Abuse (Inside Health), I. Hansen, Feb. 2006, p.116 (dealing with employees who abuse drugs or alcohol).

Thou Shalt Not Steal (Money Matters), J.T. Broome Jr., Apr. 2006, p.142 (employee fraud).

Winning the Daily Grind, J. Sturgeon, June 2006, p.88 (handling daily workplace stress).

EQUIPMENT/FACILITY DESIGN

Changing Rooms, L.M. Starr, Mar. 2006, p.84 (making the most of spa changing areas).

Common Spaces, L.M. Starr, Sept. 2006, p.126 (multipurposes spaces).

Designing for Dollars, L.M. Starr, Feb. 2006, p.130 (floor plans and interiors that maximize revenue).

Elemental Design (Inspiration), July 2006, p.192. (Earth, Fire and Water treatment room, Molton Brown Spa, Killarney, Ireland)

Got Garden?, C. Driscoll, Mar. 2006, p.50 (adding a garden to your spa).

Old Glory (Building Blocks), Sept. 2006, p.35 (renovating historic properties).

Small Spaces, L. Barrett, Oct. 2006, p.48 (making the most of a small spa).

Table Talk, R. Sokol, Aug. 2006, p.48 (choosing a massage table).

Wall of Life (Inspiration), Dec. 2006, p.152 (the living wall at Lather Spa, New York City).

FINANCIAL ISSUES

A Capital Idea (Money Matters), J.T. Broome, Nov. 2006, p.126 (venture capital funding).

Bankruptcy Reform-Panacea or Plague? (Money Matters), M.E. Battersby, Feb. 2006, p.138 (new bankruptcy laws).

Credit Where Credit is Due (Money Matters), M. Diaz, May 2006, p.142 (maintaining a good credit rating).

Giving Without Regretting (Money Matters), C. David, Dec. 2006, p.100 (choosing the right charitable organization).

Going on Auto: Part I (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Apr. 2006, p.42 (buying a car through your business).

Going on Auto: Part II (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, May 2006, p.40 (leasing a car through your business).

How Inflation Will Affect Your Retirement (Money Matters), W.J. Lynott, July 2006, p.136.

"I Want You!" (Money Matters), W.J. Lynott, Sept. 2006, p.144 (choosing a business accountant).

It Pays to Give (Money Matters), J.T. Broome, Mar. 2006, p.146 (charitable giving and taxes).

Profit or Loss (Money Matters), A. Loiselle, May 2006, p.150 (determining profitability with numbers tracking).

Ready for Payment Plans? (Money Matters), J. Sturgeon, Oct. 2006, p.134 (finance plans for spa services).

Retirement Made Simple (Money Matters), J. Sturgeon, Jan. 2006, p.124 (retirement plans for employees).

Thou Shalt Not Steal (Money Matters), J.T. Broome Jr., Apr. 2006, p.142 (employee fraud).

INDUSTRY NEWS

10 Years & Growing, Jan. 2006, p.104 (<I>DAYSPA<P> marks its 10th anniversary)

All Aboard! (Spa Hopping), L.B. Baldwin, Aug. 2006, p.14 (ISPA's Spa Traveler study).

Everything I Need to Know I Learned at the ISPA Conference (Spa Hopping), L.B. Baldwin, Mar. 2006, p.14.

Freebees Still in Favor (Building Blocks), N. Trent, Nov. 2006, p.30 (new tax on celebrity gift bags).

Let the Force Be With You (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Nov. 2006, p.34 (the role of politics in the skincare industry).

Medical Spa Diagnostics, A.E. Hamaker, Aug. 2006, p.92 (medical spa survey results).

Nano Caution (Healing News), Dec. 2006, p.108 (considering safety of nanotechnology).

Phthalates Under Fire (Wellness), Oct. 2002, p.122 (review of use of phthalates in cosmetics).

The Power of One (Editor's Page), A.E. Hamaker, Feb. 2006, p.10 (getting involved with industry legislation).

State Law Updates (In the News), Sept. 2006, p.176 (medical spa-related state bills in Florida and California).

LEGAL ISSUES

A Franchisor's Legal Guide (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Dec. 2006, p.26 (understanding the franchise agreement).

A Watchful Eye (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Sept. 2006, p.38 (employee surveillance).

Are You Ably Educated? Part I (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, June 2006, p.40 (spa clients and the Americans with Disabilities Act).

Are You Ably Educated? Part II (Legal Pad), M. Antoline, July 2006, p.34. (employees and the Americans with Disabilities Act).

Going on Auto: Part I (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Apr. 2006, p.42 (buying a car through your business).

Heaven Can't Wait (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Aug. 2006, p.36 (the business side of dying).

Let the Force Be With You (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Nov. 2006, p.34 (the role of politics in the skincare industry).

Lift Your Lamp-Legally (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Feb. 2006, p.42 (responsibilities of hiring immigrants).

Little Clients, Big Advice (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Jan. 2006, p.38 (guidelines for serving underage clients).

Nightmare on Elm Street (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Oct. 2006, p.36 (improper pricing policies).

Ready for Your Closeup? (Legal Pad), M.L. Antoline, Mar. 2006, p.40 (spa photography usage rights).

MARKETING

A Brand Too Far (Editor's Page), A.E. Hamaker, Mar. 2006, p.10 (upholding your spa brand).

A Spa for All Seasons: Spring Fling, V. Thomas, Feb. 2006, p.98 (seasonal marketing).

A Spa for All Seasons: Summer Lovin', V. Thomas, May 2006, p.76 (seasonal marketing).

All Aboard! (Spa Hopping), L.B. Baldwin, Aug. 2006, p.14 (ISPA's Spa Traveler study).

Colorful Marketing, D. Dratch, Mar. 2006, p.114 (use of color in promotional materials).

Cooling Down, L.B. Baldwin, June 2006, p.150 (cooling treatments for summer).

Ensuring Success (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, Apr. 2006, p.140 (SpaQuality certification).

Just Rewards, L.M. Starr, Nov. 2006, p.62 (client rewards programs).

"I'm With the Press" (Spa Hopping), L.B. Baldwin, July 2006, p.14. (preparing your spa for a journalist's visit)

Makeover Marketing (Spa Hopping), L.B. Baldwin, Oct. 2006, p.14 (AVANTI Spas' successful promotion).

Manning the Spa, J. Elaine Spear, June 2006, p.54 (profiles on several men's spas).

Ms. Understanding, J. Sturgeon, Aug. 2006, p.60 (the changing female consumer).

The Need for Speed, L.A. Brown, Dec. 2006, p.52 (express services).

On Courting and Casanovas (Spa Hopping), L.B. Baldwin, May 2006, p.14 (how to woo the media).

Promoting Yourself (Winning Ways), L. Barrett, Feb. 2006, p.136 (Solstice Day Spa's makeover event).

The Reality of Celebrity, N. Trent, July 2006, p.76. (catering to celebrity clients).

Sole Revival, J. Sturgeon, May 2006, p.132 (summer pedicures).

The Spa Week Phenomenon, L. Barrett, A.E. Hamaker, K. Kozen, July 2006, p.76. (business benefits of participating in Spa Week)

Staying on Track, L. Oskin, Nov. 2006, p.108 (tracking marketing efforts).

Trading Punches (Spa Hopping), L.B. Baldwin, June 2006, p.14 (avoiding bad press).

Trend Spotting, N. Trent, June 2006, p.102 (fads vs. trends).

PRODUCTS/SERVICES

2006 Editors Choice, DAYSPA editors, Dec. 2006, p.36 (favorite new products of 2006).

Ayurveda in a Bottle, J. Sturgeon, Apr. 2006, p.54 (ayurvedic product lines).

Best Face Forward, B. Wright, Apr. 2006, p.68 (new makeup formulations).

Brilliant Reductions, A. Renskoff, Oct. 2006, p.112 (spa-based weight control programs).

Collagen Boost, J.E. Spear, July 2006, p.92. (methods to increase collagen production)

Cooling Down, L.B. Baldwin, June 2006, p.150 (cooling treatments for summer).

Easy to Swallow, A. Renskoff, Dec. 2006, p.64 (retailing ingestible supplements).

Firm Faces (Must Have), July 2006, p.111. (firming facial products)

Good Genes, J.E. Spear, Jan. 2006, p.84 (DNA-based skin care).

Great Grains, A.E. Hamaker, Aug. 2006, p.104 (granular exfoliants).

The Great Meltdown, L. Jacobson-Kossoff, Feb. 2006, p. 54 (mesotherapy).

Heightened Senses, A. Sercu, Mar. 2006, p.124 (healing powers of aromatherapy)

In the Mix, A. Mah, Oct. 2006, p.58 (how product formulators work with ingredients).

Keeping Current, J.E. Spear, May 2006, p.106 (use of electrical current in esthetics).

Light Reaction, J.E. Spear, Mar. 2006, p.64 (update on hyperpigmentation products).

Nails to Grow On, T. Mandell-Campfield, Oct. 2006, p.74 (nail service promotions).

Perfect Combinations, J.E. Spear, May 2006, p.64 (product ingredients that work as a team).

The Pros of Prep Work, J. McCormick, Sept. 2006, p.102 (in-spa and at-home pre care).

Relaxed Faces, J.E. Spear, Jan. 2006, p.48 (topic alternatives to Botox).

Seeing the Light, K. Edwards, Aug. 2006, p.50 (full-spectrum light therapy).

Send in the Marines, J.E. Spear, June 2006, p.110 (antiaging benefits of marine algae).

Serum Seminar, A.E. Hamaker, Sept. 2006, p.112 (the role of serums in skin care).

Skin Quenchers (Must Have), July 2006, p.42. (hand/foot moisturizers)

Soaking in Tradition, H. Larson, Oct. 2006, p.124 (hydrotherapy tub soaks from around the world).

Sole Revival, J. Sturgeon, May 2006, p.132 (summer pedicures).

Sound Medicine, J.E. Spear, Apr. 2006, p.80 (healing with sound therapy).

Tapping Into Energy, L. Jacobson-Kossoff, Nov. 2006, p.46 (energy therapies in spas).

Waxing Goes Retail, Apr. 2006, p.112 (retailing pre- and post-waxing products).

What's New in O2, J.E. Spear, Feb. 2006, p.86 (new ways to deliver oxygen to the skin).

RETAILING

Bath & Body Boutique, Sept. 2006, p.62 (bath and body products to retail).

Do You Take This Product?, J. McCormick, May 2006, p.120 (choosing a suitable retail line).

Easy to Swallow, A. Renskoff, Dec. 2006, p.64 (retailing ingestible supplements).

Power in a Package, L.M. Starr, June 2006, p.70 (influence of packaging on product sales).

Waxing Goes Retail, Apr. 2006, p.112 (retailing pre- and post-waxing products).

Wrapped and Ready, L. Barrett, Nov. 2006, p.116 (holiday season products to retail).

TRENDS

A Room With a View (Trend Watch), Feb. 2006, p.12 (outdoor treatment rooms).

Buying Time (Trend Watch), Dec. 2006, p.10 (customized spa time).

Comfort Chic, A.E. Hamaker, L. Jacobson-Kossoff, J.E. Spear, Sept. 2006, p. 134 (fall fashion trends).

Fanning the Flames (Trend Watch), Oct. 2006, p.12 (couples intimacy programs).

Good Genes, J.E. Spear, Jan. 2006, p.84 (DNA-based skin care).

Lengthy Lashes (Trend Watch), Sept. 2006, p.12 (lash extension services).

Medical Spa Diagnostics, A.E. Hamaker, Aug. 2006, p.92 (medical spa survey results).

The Nano Revolution, J.E. Spear, Feb. 2006, p.112 (nanotechnology).

The Need for Speed, L.A. Brown, Dec. 2006, p.52 (express services).

No Tipping Allowed! (Trend Watch), May 2006, p.12 (spas with "no tips" policies).

Nutrition 101 (Trend Watch), Jan. 2006, p.12 (in-spa nutritional counseling).

Preserving Pregnancy (Trend Watch), Aug. 2006, p.12 (belly casting).

Pretty in Pastels, J.E. Spear, Mar. 2006, p.136 (spring fashion and color trends).

Seashells by the Seashore (Trend Watch), July 2006, p.12. (body therapies using seashells).

Self-Service (Trend Watch), Nov. 2006, p.12 (spa "playgrounds").

Shifting Spascapes: Part 1, J.E. Spear, Apr. 2006, p.120 (sweeping forces that affect the spa industry).

Shifting Spascapes: Part 2, J.E. Spear, May 2006, p.88 (how the spa industry is becoming more sophisticated).

Signature Soakers (Trend Watch), Mar. 2006, p.12 (luxury shower equipment).

Spas After Dark (Trend Watch), Apr. 2006, p.12 (accommodating late-night clients).

Trend Spotting, N. Trent, June 2006, p.102 (fads vs. trends).

WELLNESS/MEDICAL SPAS

A Holistic Approach (Building Blocks), Sept. 2006, p.28 (holistic business models).

A Quick Nap (Editor's Page), A.E. Hamaker, May 2006, p.10 (how spas can help the sleep-deprived).