Happy 1st Day of Spring From Planet Beach!

It’s the first day of Spring! And you know what that means. Bathing suit season is just around the corner! Here at Planet Beach, we are dedicated to helping you look and feel your best. Come in today to try out some spa services to get you bikini ready!

Start things off and prep your skin with Red Fusion!

Red Fusion, combines heat, red light, massage, and natural aromas for a truly powerful and unique multi-sensory experience. The capsule provides the perfect environment to complement any exercise, fitness, personal training, spa, or beauty regimen.

 

Give yourself a healthy base glow glow our revolutionary pbGlow Sunless system!

pbGlow Beauty & GlowSunless System gets you a better tan in less time.  From its 4-Minute Tan and Simple Positions to its Comfort Dry Pass and Trinity Mist sprayers, pbGlow has features like no other to give you a tan like no other. Sky is the limit on treatment options. PB Glow is stocked with PH Balancing Prep, Clear DHA, Bronze DHA and Moisturizer.  Mix and match as you like!

Banish Cellulite with our Cellulite Reduction Herbs!

Cellulite Reduction Herbs break down and stimulate waste elimination with all natural, pure herbs. Breaking down toxins allows for proper elimination of the waste and toxins trapped in the skin’s connective fibers and tissues, which creates the appearance of cellulite.

These are only a few on the many services that Planet Beach provides to help you look your best for the upcoming bathing suit season! Call your local Planet Beach to schedule an appointment today!

As spring cleaning begins, Planet Beach’s high-end, do-it-yourself treatments offer the perfect way to cleanse your mind and body. Dedicated to offering the best service for an affordable price, Planet Beach is the ultimate sanctuary to reenergize for the season.

This spring season, Planet Beach guests who spend $50 will receive $10 off their next $50+ purchase on any treatments or wellness products. Planet Beach will also offer guests who spend $100, $25 off their next purchase of $75+. Planet Beach, the first and only fully automated spa, is inviting guests to revitalize their minds and bodies this spring season by experiencing a few minutes of relaxation and stress-relief in their high-tech and cutting-edge wellness centers.

 

As flowers begin to bloom, Planet Beach will also offer their guests special discounts that will allow them to refresh and get ready for Spring!

Every year, Planet Beach Franchise Corporate holds its annual convention so franchisees can keep up with the latest trends in the spa, beauty and wellness industries.This year, Planet Beach held it’s 13^th convention and received raving reviews. Planet Beach franchisees, Regional Developers and staff from around the world gathered in Tunica, MS at Harrah’s Hotel and Casino for the largest and most important training and networking event of the year. Here is what a few attendees had to say:

“I really loved the new corporate staff’s enthusiasm.  It was very contagious.  I also really enjoyed the training, especially how to work with Millennials.”

– Brent Marek, Regional Developer

“My favorite part of convention is hearing from the top performers on all of the best practices, seeing locations trading ideas and hearing the amazing feedback of all of the new trainings we’re providing. All of the franchisees left this convention feeling refreshed, motivated and most importantly, ready to break some records. It’s such an incredible feeling to be a part of that. ”

– Logan Sanders, Director of Spa Performance and Education

“Convention this year was extra wonderful, the venue was a bit smaller than the last two years which made for a more personal experience. There was more one on one time especially with the franchisees and vendor communication. Overall everyone had a great time and took a lot from it. ”

– Sarina Boudreaux, Senior Equipment and Product Sales Specialist

 

Check out the highlights from the convention below! Photos are also posted on our Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/PlanetBeach

 

Planet Beach is excited to announce Paige Duke as the official 2014 International Cover Model. The final results for the cover model contest were released during the annual Planet Beach Franchisee Convention in Tunica, Mississippi.

Planet Beach has spent months searching the globe to find the most beautiful, talented, and educated women in the world to compete in its cover model search. Hosting modeling competitions and casting calls for the past 12 months, Paige was chosen over 140 women, as the official Planet Beach Cover Model.

Paige Duke was born in Germany but raised in her parent’s small town of Lancaster, SC. Always a star student; She attended Clemson University Calhoun Honors College and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Animal Science. During her college education an agency reached out to Paige and she began modeling part time. She won 3rd runner-up in the Miss Hawaiian Tropic International pageant. She currently works as an internationally published print & commercial model. She can be seen in numerous Wrangler ads, QVC commercials, several country music videos, cohosting a local radio broadcast, and working as a Falken Tire and Momo Motorsports spokes model for Tudor United Sport scar racing, drifting, and super cross events.

While there she was cast on Season 2 of CMT’s #1 hit show “Sweet Home Alabama,” and subsequently was cast as the bachelorette for Season 3. In 2012 she moved home to Charlotte, NC. She still works as a vet tech and enjoys spending time with her two pit bulls, kickboxing, cooking, hiking, fishing, and hunting.

The Planet Beach International Cover Model Search was open to women from around the world, ages 18 to 40, who embody the Planet Beach lifestyle; an entrepreneurial spirit, a passion for personal self-improvement, as well as an interest in the beauty and wellness industry. The competition was narrowed down to over 140 models who, through online votes, and was scaled to the top 40, who received a free trip to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The top five finalists of the Planet Beach Cover Models competitors were able to participate in photo and video shoots, interviews, and a runway show. They also represented Planet Beach in promotional materials, in-spa designs and marketing campaigns worldwide.

Planet Beach is excited to have Paige join their team this year and participate in a wide variation of campaigns and act as the new face of the brand.

Surprise, surprise… exercise is GOOD for you. But do you know HOW good? By exercising regularly, you can:

– Control your weight by burning calories
– Combat health conditions like heart disease and high cholesterol
– Boost your energy by improving muscle strength and endurance
– Improve your mood by stimulating brain chemicals to make you feel happier and more relaxed

So ok, you know exercise can help your health, mind, and spirit but how much do you need? According to the Department of Health, you should aim to do at least 30 minutes of moderately intense cardio five times a week. This includes things like brisk walking, bike riding and swimming. In addition, you should do 20 minutes of vigorously intense cardio three days a week, which are things like running and aerobic dancing (like Zumba). Finally, you should do 8-10 strength-training exercises two times a week.

If you have a specific goal in mind like weight-loss or muscle gain you will need to adjust your exercise routine to accomplish this goal. You should consult your doctor and a certified trainer before engaging in any physical activity.

After you’ve decided on the goal you are trying to accomplish, you need to choose an exercise that will not only accomplish your goals but keep you motivated too. Researchers have found that if you choose an exercise you enjoy, you are much more likely to stick to it. Use the buddy system to help. Find a friend and get moving! There are TONS of options when it comes to exercising. Take a kickboxing, pilates, cycling or zumba class, go bike riding, find a local boot camp, or go for a swim.

But first, make sure you stretch! Stretching is the key to a great workout. Stretching before you exercise can improve flexibility, increase mobility & endurance, and can help alleviate muscle soreness and stiffness. It’s just as important to stretch after your workout!

So pick your goal, choose your exercise and have some fun while reaping the many health benefits of getting in shape! Then, stop by your local Planet Beach to relax those muscles!

Planet Beach has a variety of products and automated spa services to complement any exercise regimen. We have several services that can help you achieve your wellness goals. Our massage services can help alleviate muscle soreness and stiffness after a workout while our weight management services like Saunatox and SlimCapsule can give your routine a boost. Ask a spa consultant about some other benefits of these services!

In addition to services, our all-natural nutrition products like Indulge meal replacement can help you achieve your wellness goals. This high protein, nutrient-rich shake is great for breakfast, as a meal replacement or a healthy snack between meals! Click each category to learn more about our MASSAGES, WEIGHT MANAGEMENT SERVICES AND NUTRITION LINE.

Are you getting your beauty sleep?

We all love sleep. Sleep makes you feel revitalized, but its significance goes far beyond just lifting your mood and banishing under-eye circles. Sleep is a key component of total wellness that benefits your heart, mind, weight and more!

Sleep is an active state affecting both your physical & mental well-being. When you sleep, your body rests and restores energy. A good night’s sleep is often the best way to help cope with stress, solve problems, or recover from illness.

So how much sleep do you need? The amount of sleep each person needs varies depending mostly on age and level of physical activity. Infants need 16 hours of sleep a day, while teenagers typically require 9 hours. For most adults, 7 to 8 hours is sufficient although as few as 5 or as many as 10 may be required.  As a general rule of thumb, if you feel drowsy during the day or if you routinely fall asleep within 5 minutes of lying down, you probably haven’t had enough sleep!

You’re life is full of daily responsibilities. Whether its work, taking care of the kids and spouse, running errands, working out, they ALL wear you down. Despite the fact that you’re completely exhausted at the end of the day you STILL can’t get enough sleep. Here are some helpful tips to get a better night’s sleep!

First of all, you need to let go and relax after a long day. You deserve it!  Take a warm bath, read a book or do another relaxing activity before bed. You can train your brain to associate certain restful activities with sleep. Make them part of your bedtime routine to make it easier to get to sleep so you can wake up refreshed and completely revitalized to take on the day!

Set a sleeping schedule and don’t veer from it. Go to bed at a set time each night and wake up at the same time each morning. “Sleeping in” on the weekends resets your sleep cycle for a late awakening, making it harder to wake up early on Monday morning.

If all else fails, and you STILL can’t get to sleep, don’t just lie in bed awake. The anxiety of not being able to fall asleep just makes things worse. Watch TV, read a book or listen to music until you feel tired.

The amount of sleep you get contributes to your overall wellness in a variety of ways so make sure you get enough of it to keep you strong and healthy!

Planet Beach can help you relax before heading home after work, making it a little easier to get to sleep at night.  Try one of our massages, a facial, oxygen therapy, guided meditation or a combination of these to ease your mind before heading home.  These services can do wonders for your overall wellness and help you get the sleep you need! Read more about these services HERE!

In light of our Cover Model, Jodie’s campaign for Total Wellness, we want to give you some helpful tips for keeping you healthy & strong. There are 7 basic principles for achieving total wellness: THINK — BREATHE — HYDRATE — EAT — SLEEP — EXERCISE — DETOX. Every week, we’re going to give you some information and tips for each principle through our Facebook, Twitter & Planet Beach Social Network. This week we talked about the first principle:  THINK!

Wellness Principle #1: THINK

The first of the seven principles of total wellness deals with our thoughts and mental well-being. No matter how physically strong you are, you cannot attain total wellness without the mind’s power to support you. When you’re mind and your body are in complete synergy, you will live a much healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.

Consider your internal thoughts for a moment. Your thoughts play a vital role in your emotional, physical, and mental development. You must learn to change any thoughts of self- doubt into thoughts of encouragement and motivation. Yes, easier said than done I know but you have to start somewhere. Negative thoughts drain you of energy.  When you catch yourself thinking a negative thought, reject it and think a positive one instead. Visualize success. When you say you can’t, say you CAN. If you think something is impossible to achieve, most likely you WON’T achieve it…not because you can’t but because you lack the mind power to push you. You’ll be surprised what you can do if your mind is in the right place.

It’s important to attend to your mental well-being every day. Take a few small breaks each day to relax. Sort through your thoughts and emotions and turn your focus to solutions.  If in doubt, LAUGH at yourself. Laughter is great therapy to reduce stress and relax. Did you know they even have Laughter YOGA?!  Google it…It’s real.

Another way to be on the path to mental wellness is to try something new and unfamiliar. Find a new hobby, take a photography class, enjoy a musical, or watch the history channel. Challenge your mind.

Setting goals for yourself is something that will help boost your confidence and set you on the path to total wellness. However, it’s not enough to just set a goal and forget about it. You must develop habits in order to achieve it. Some experts say it takes about a month of consistent behavior for something to become a habit. So try it! Might take you a little longer or maybe even less time to form your habit. But stick to it. Don’t take ‘no’ for an answer.

Bottom line to mental wellness: Believe in yourself… believe in the seemingly impossible and you’ll be surprised at what you can achieve.

At Planet Beach, we can help you on the path to mental wellness. Our stress reduction therapies are designed to provide you the mental break you need to find clarity and focus for the rest of your day.

With our lives becoming more and more hectic each day, finding a moment to unwind and gather focus is hardly an easy task. But with our Cloud 9 or Guided Meditation system, you can slip on some insulated headphones and let your mind free itself of anxiety, stress and fear. You will quickly discover a state of peace and tranquility. To find a Planet Beach spa nearest you, click HERE!

 

Franchisees earn valuable tools to succeed

Every year, Planet Beach Franchise Corporate holds its annual convention so franchisees can keep up with the latest trends in the spa industry.

This year, franchisees from around the world congregated in New Orleans, for what was one of the most spectacular conventions to date. This year’s conference focused on “New Beginnings”, and was kicked off by a welcoming speech made by President and CEO of Planet Beach Contempo Spa, Stephen Smith, focusing on “Being Awesome” in 2012.

Here are the highlights from this year’s conference:

The convention featured a trade show to educate spa directors and franchisees on the emerging trends in the day spa industry as well as provide further training on managing their spa locations. In addition to attending educational classes, franchisees had time to get to know each other through the Wednesday evening Meet-and-Greet and Thursday night’s Masquerade Ball, complete with a New Orleans style marching band.

The Planet Beach Cover Model Exhibition and Competition was also held at the Sheraton Hotel and Convention Center Friday. Five cover models featured in the 2012 marketing material competed for the title of Top Cover Model for Planet Beach. The lucky winner was Jodie Giles! Click here to meet Jodie!

All the franchisees left this exciting event with more tools and knowledge than ever to ensure their spa clients continue to receive a more overall approach to total skincare, wellness and stress relief! It was a win-win! Franchisees get more prepared for success, while clients get more service and product options!

Special promotion helps customers get their sexy back!

Getting a hot body doesn’t have to be miserable! Planet Beach is the perfect complement to any fitness regime. A visit to the spa can help you lose the weight while feeling great!

Now is the Perfect Time to get your sexy back! With Planet Beach’s Weight Management Services and Products, you can successfully reduce cellulite, lose inches & burn calories.

Planet Beach Contempo Spa has a variety of spa services, skin care products and nutritional supplements to help you start the year off right for 2012.

“With New Years comes resolutions, the top resolutions include an increased focus on wellness goals and looking our best,” says Troy Wise, Franchise Marketing Director for Planet Beach. “With our one stop wellness shop and our extensive service and product mix, we can guide you to reach your skincare, body care, relaxation and nutrition goals.”

A Contempo Spa is a unique spin on traditional day spas: customers pay a monthly subscription fee for spa services in a private room with fully automated, push-button machines performing the relaxation and wellness treatments. But our Body promotion, which runs through March 31, is available to non-members and gives them unlimited access to our spa’s services and allows them to try one of our top weight management products, the Slim At-Home Body Wrap Kit.

Are you tired of spending money on ineffective weight loss products? Looking for a weight loss treatment that actually works? Planet Beach’s SLIM At Home Body Wrap can assist its customers in losing 4 to 14 inches within a one-hour treatment.

Accomplished with no chemicals or additive ingredients, Planet Beach’s SLIM At Home Body Wrap uses a high-pressure plastic film to streamline the figure, reduce cellulite and lose inches over the entire body. Ultimately, our customers have an opportunity to improve the overall health of their body through:

• The breakdown and elimination of cellulite,
• The reduction of water retention within the body,
• The cleansing of the body’s lymphatic system, and
• An increase in circulation within the body.

“Planet Beach Contempo Spa can help you meet your goals and get your body looking a little tighter, a little leaner,” Wise says. “And overall, you’ll feel less stressed and more relaxed, which will help you stay on track.”

The Contempo Spa was the first of its kind when it was launched in 2005 and Planet Beach now has over 280 locations, making it the largest day spa franchise in the world. For more information about “Body Campaign” and Contempo Spa locations, go to www.planetbeach.com. For information about franchising opportunities, go to http://myplanetbeachfranchise.com

Stress management helps a body inside and out

We all know carving out time for ourselves is crucial for stress relief – we’ve built Planet Beach automated spas on that very foundation. What is less well known is the toll stress takes on skin, and a trip to our Spa can help with that, too!

Breakouts are a bummer. So are itchy dry patches, flares of rosacea and bouts of psoriasis. These occasional, and sometimes chronic, skin conditions can elevate stress levels.

Yet new research shows that the relationship between the mind and the skin is so complex that managing stress in the rest of your life can actually help improve the look of your skin, according to the American Academy of Dermatology,

“Stress is personal, so what might be stressful for one person may be a non-stressor or even exhilarating for someone else,” Dr. Richard Fried, dermatologist and clinical psychologist with the AAD said in a  new release.

“In terms of how stress can exacerbate or even initiate a skin condition, we are talking about distress, such as feelings of anger, anxiety, depression or tension, and how these emotional states translate to physiological problems,” Dr. Fried said.

Planet Beach can help untangle these stressors with several self-automated spa services. Members have access to more frequent massages, spray tans, facials and other services for a fraction of the cost at a traditional day spa. All the push-button services are in private, attendant-free rooms.

Those looking for some guided meditation can plug in with our Cloud 9 system to ease into relaxation and use creative visualization and reduce stress. With insulated headphones and dark glasses, choose a meditation session for immediate relief that also helps build up more healthy sleep patterns.

Our variety of massage options also work to relax the mind and body. The Hydro-Massage relieves stress, decreases tension and targets the body’s vital pressure points. As a whirlpool massage that incorporates heat with water pressure, the Hydro-Massage bed provides all of the therapeutic benefits of massage in a fraction of the time. For a little more pressure, the Aqua Massage works from three angles at once. With water temperature, pulsating jets and firm pressure to work key pressure points along your back and the sides of your body, the AquaMassage will get you in a state of bliss in just minutes.

Finally, designed for the ultimate in relaxation, the Cyber-Relax massage therapy chair uses a Point Navi Sensor that scans body shape, size and posture, creating a customized massage with 509 different combinations. Like most of our spa services, the client has a wide choice of music to help increase relaxation and decrease stress.

How can such relaxing experiences not make an entire body feel better?

In fact, Dr. Fried noted that stress management makes patients feel more empowered and in control, which can make them more likely to stick with a plan that also translates to better skin. “Alleviating or minimizing stress goes a long way in improving their overall health,” he said.

Sure, the stress reduction therapies at Planet Beach automated spas are designed to provide a mental break to help find clarity and focus for the rest of the day. It turns out they may work a world of good on the skin as well.

Automated massage services are the perfect remedy for stress, aches and tension

A trip to the spa should always include a relaxing massage, but massages at traditional day spas are pricey and getting even one 30-minute service each week is out of reach for most people. Not so at Planet Beach Contempo Spas. Our innovative automated services and membership options allow customers to get multiple massage treatments each week.

The push-button technology allows completely customized massages. Clients can remain fully clothed throughout the services, each of which takes place in a private room without the need of a massage therapist.

Take a look:

Along three sides of your body, from your lower neck to the tips of your toes. The aqua massage capsule adjusts to the height of the user and customizes the manipulation of all the key areas. Clients can adjust the pulsating jets and the pressure intensity during the massage and also pause the jets on troublesome areas or knots. The aqua massage is completely dry and the customer doesn’t need to worry about getting wet during this massage or spending time getting undressed and dressed again. It is convenient and effective.

Convenience and custom service are a great combination. Come give Contempo Spa a try. Click here to find the Planet Beach Contempo Spa nearest you.