There is nothing better than taking a vacation or more so, the process of planning and preparing for one. I always say that the secret sauce to life is to always have something to look forward to. That explains my passion for event planning and organizing memorable experiences that create lasting memories. I love not only planning for myself, but also planning for others and living vicariously through their amazing adventures. Although I embrace the familiarity of my daily routine, the true magic occurs when traveling to unfamiliar places and sharing a new experience that steals a piece of my heart and always stays with me.
When personally preparing for a special event or vacation, I always want to look and feel my very best. I believe that the way that you feel is revealed in the way that you look. If you feel sluggish and dehydrated, it will show. Alternatively, if you feel energetic and vibrant, it also shows. Through goal setting, proper hydration, exercising and visiting your local Planet Beach, you can accomplish your beauty and wellness goals and celebrate your vacation with confidence.
Goal Setting
To achieve the desired result, you need to establish realistic goals that keep you focused and motivated. Instead of setting the bar too high such as losing 20 pounds by a specific date, make the necessary daily dietary changes that will eventually become habitual. For example, try giving up soft drinks with every meal and replace it with sparkling water or instead of eating your typical breakfast, give intermittent fasting a try.
Hydration
To properly flush toxins from the body and prevent dehydration, it’s recommended that you follow the 8×8 rule, which it so consume eight 8 ounce glasses of water each day. In addition to cleaning your body of waste, adequate water consumption will boost your metabolism and help to suppress your appetite.
Exercising
A consistent exercise regime has been shown to reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol and alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety. It delivers oxygen to muscles and helps the cardiovascular system work more efficiently. In addition to these amazing health benefits, exercise can help tone the body and maintain weight loss. Incorporate 30 minutes of physical activity daily to achieve results. Most importantly, make sure your calorie intake doesn’t exceed your calorie burn.
Visit Planet Beach
In addition to setting realistic goals, hydrating and exercising, visit your local Planet Beach to achieve your ultimate beauty and wellness goals. If you’ve embraced these practices and simply need a little something extra to get vacation ready, complete your look with moderate UV Therapy and a Sunless Spray Tan. The combination of the two will give you a healthy sun kissed glow.
Remember, life is short, so buy the shoes, take the trip and eat the cake. If you exercise, it’s ok to eat the cake! xoxo
Written By: Jodie Mateu, VP of Special Events & Productivity
Halloween is my absolute favorite holiday of the year! Some of my fondest childhood memories were of this coveted holiday and the excitement for the spookiest night of the year has followed me into adulthood. It’s the one night of the year where we can embrace our inner child, let go of our inhibitions and hit the streets wearing our favorite costumes. Visiting haunted houses, carving pumpkins and trick or treating are some of the modern-day practices of Halloween, however this holiday is believed to be influenced by Celtic Harvest Festivals over 2,000 years ago. The Celts believed that the dead returned to earth that night, and so they lit bonfires and donned costumes to ward off the ghosts.
When conducting research on the origin of Halloween, I came across the following fun facts and had to share:
Why are Halloween colors Orange & Black?
Orange signals the harvest of autumn, while black is a symbol of darkness and acts as a reminder that Halloween was once a festival that celebrated the return of the dead.
The origin of Trick-or-Treating
Trick-or-treating was inspired by the medieval English tradition of “souling,” which involved children going door-to-door on All Souls Day, offering prayers for residents’ deceased loved ones in exchange for food.
What is the top selling Halloween Candy?
The National Retail Federation has estimated that shoppers will spend $3.1 billion on Halloween candy. In 2021, the top selling candy nationwide was Reese’s Cups, followed by Skittles and M&M’s.
The most lit Jack-O’-Lanterns on display
The City of Keene, New Hampshire holds the Guinness World Record for the most lit jack-o’-lanterns on display, which total 30,581. Keene was the original record holder in this category and has broken the record eight times since then.
Those are just a few of the historic findings that help make Halloween the most mysterious and enchanting night of the year. Planet Beach is here to help you celebrate the holiday with many automated spa services & products. Re-unite with your favorite spa consultant as they customize a spa regime that will help you look like a goddess and not a ghost. As darkness falls and the moon is bright, visit Planet Beach and have no fright, as there will be all treats and no tricks on this ghoulish night.
Happy Halloween from your Planet Beach Family!
Sources:
https://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/most-lit-jack-o-lanterns-displayed
https://www.candystore.com/blogs/facts-trivia/halloween-candy-map-popular
https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/holidays-celebrations/a36915963/halloween-facts/
Written By: Jodie Mateu, VP of Special Events & Productivity
My favorite season has arrived! The temperature is dropping and the trees will soon display hues of red, orange and gold as the earthy scents of sandalwood and bonfires fill the air. Shortly thereafter, fallen leaves will adorn the streets and summer dresses and flip flops will be replaced by cozy sweaters and booties. What is there not to love about Autumn? It’s the season of cool crisp air, pumpkin spiced everything, campfires and Football! Most importantly, it’s the season that gives way to Thanksgiving & Christmas, which brings families and friends together from near and far. Ladies, this is the season to embrace your beauty and Planet Beach has your covered with essential services that will help you look and feel your very best. These are a few of my favorites:
Teeth Whitening – although most of your body may be covered during the colder months, remember that your face is on full display and you will never be fully dressed without a white, pearly smile. Planet Beach’s premium grade LED whitening light along with pre-filled whitening kits deliver essential elements needed for whiter and brighter teeth: peroxide, pressure, light, heat and exposure.
HOTWORX – slip on those jeans with confidence with a toned body from using the innovative HOTWORX Infrared Sauna. This virtually instructed exercise program was created for users to experience the many benefits of infrared heat absorption, while completing a 30-minute isometric workout or a 15-min High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) session. As the infrared heat penetrates your body causing you to sweat, the isometric postures further accelerate detoxification by physically removing the toxins from your organs through muscle contraction. This service is a must to look your best for the upcoming holidays. Also, it’s an amazing way to detox following the festivities.
Spray Tan – the Sunless Spray Tan is applied with a mist application within minutes. When applied, the mist contains DHA, which reacts with the proteins in the skin to form a golden glow. The color starts to develop within 2-3 hours and reaches its peak within 24 hours. It gives you that much needed glow during a time with limited UV exposure.
As you sip on your spiced pumpkin lattes and slip on those warm hoodies as it gets a little cooler outside, remember that Planet Beach is here to help you transition into the new season with a bright smile, a fit body and glowing skin. Visit http://planetbeach.com/spa-locator/ to find a Planet Beach location near you.
Written By: Jodie Mateu, VP of Special Events & Productivity
The other day I was working out and Britney Spears’ “You Better Work” filtered through the radio and it put me in the zone. Her words reign so true. Hard work in all aspects of life yields positive results and if you want to accomplish great things, you need to put in the time and effort. The key to working hard is to do the right things consistently and understand fully what you want to accomplish. So how do you incorporate consistent positive habits into your life and how long does it take to truly form a habit?
According to the book published in the 1960s by plastic surgeon, Maxwell Maltz, he surmised that it took plastic surgery patients 21 days to get adjusted to their altered appearances, which ultimately gave way to the 21-day habit forming analogy. Later, it was revealed that it could take more like 66 days to solidify a new habit in a study conducted by Dr. Phillippa Lally and her collaborators in 2009. In her study, 96 volunteers chose an eating, drinking or activity behavior to perform daily in the same context over a 12-week period. Some chose an easy task such as drinking a glass of water before bed, where others chose a more challenging activity such as running for 15 minutes before dinner. Through this study, it took participants on average 66 days to solidify their new habit.
So how do you form a habit and make it stick? Author James Clear shares four simple steps to building better habits in his book, Atomic Habits. The process is divided into four steps: cue, craving, response and reward.
“The cue triggers your brain to initiate a behavior. It is a bit of information that predicts a reward such as a trip, money, recognition, love or friendship.
Cravings are the second step, and they are the motivational force behind every habit. Without some level of motivation or desire – without craving a change – we have no reason to act. What you crave is not the habit itself but the change in state it delivers. You are not motivated by brushing your teeth but rather by the feeling of a clean mouth.
The third step is the response. The response is the actual habit you perform, which can take the form of a thought or an action. Whether a response occurs depends on how motivated you are and how much friction is associated with the behavior. If an action requires more physical or mental effort than you are willing to expend, then you won’t do it. Your response also depends on your ability. It sounds simple, but a habit can occur only if you are capable.
Finally, the response delivers a reward. Rewards are the end goal of every habit. The cue is about noticing the reward. The craving is about wanting the reward. The response is about obtaining the reward.”
If you are looking to incorporate beauty and wellness habits into your daily life, visit your local Planet Beach, where trained Spa Consultants are on standby to customize your personal wellness regime. Planet Beach offers services such as HOTWORX, automated massages, red light therapy and sunless spray tanning. The reward is to look great and feel amazing. By incorporating a visit to Planet Beach into your daily routine, you’ll create positive habits that will help you reach your ultimate beauty and wellness goals. Planet Beach is here to help you along the way, but at the end of the day, if you want a hot body? You want a Bugatti? You want a Maserati? You better work!
Written By: Jodie Mateu, VP of Special Events & Productivity
Sources:
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ejsp.674
https://www.quickanddirtytips.com/articles/science-says-it-takes-this-long-to-form-a-habit/
https://www.penguin.com.au/articles/3300-build-better-habits-in-4-simple-steps
Although some are living for the weekend, there are many that have found the secret to squeezing in a little rest and relaxation 7 days a week. Why condense all your free time into 2 days, when you can relax, glow and renew daily at Planet Beach. There is nothing better than a relaxing massage at the end of a long, hard work day. However, there is a common misconception that massages are meant only as a luxury “feel-good” service. The truth is that almost anyone can benefit from a good massage, and the benefits are more than skin-deep! Here are 3 whole-body benefits of getting regular massages:
1. Improves energy and alertness. Even just a 15-minute chair massage has been shown to improve alertness in studies by the Touch Research Institute.
2. Improves immune function. If you are looking for ways to boost your immune system, look no further than your nearest spa! There are multiple studies linked to massages and boosted immunity. Massages increase cortisol, a hormone that increases the activity level of your body’s T-cells that fight off viruses.
3. Improves sleep health. There’s a reason many people fall asleep during a massage! Massages increase delta waves, which are the brain waves associated with deep sleep. In addition, massages can increase levels of serotonin and dopamine, which stabilizes your mood to promote a good night’s sleep.
At Planet Beach, we have automated massages that help evoke feelings of ultimate relaxation. Don’t live for the weekend! Stop by Planet Beach today to relax and reap the whole-body benefits of a massage.
Sources:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/massage/art-20045743
https://www.self.com/story/benefits-of-massage
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-of-massage/
Written By: Jodie Mateu, VP of Special Events & Productivity
HOTWORX & Planet Beach Franchising Corporation will host their annual Convention in less than one month at the beautiful Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale, AZ. The company just added published scientist and health educator, Dr. Rhonda Patrick, to the speaker list for this year’s highly anticipated event. Dr. Patrick will be featured in a moderated Q&A with Founder and CEO, Stephen P. Smith, where she will share her knowledge on sauna usage and how it may increase longevity. Please see her bio and headshot below.
Dr. Rhonda Patrick, Ph.D. is a published scientist and health educator based in San Diego. She runs a popular website, podcast, and YouTube channel called FoundMyFitness which focuses on promoting strategies for increasing healthspan, well-being, cognitive and physical performance and includes interviews with many scientists at the forefront of the aging field.
Dr. Patrick’s areas of focus include micronutrient deficiencies and their role in aging, the role of genetics and epigenetics in health status, benefits of exposing the body to hormetic stressors, such as through sauna use or heat stress, various forms of cold exposure, exercise, fasting, or plant phytochemicals, and the importance of mindfulness, stress reduction, and sleep.
Her work has been published in the journals Experimental Gerontology, FASEB, Nature Cell Biology, and Trends in Cell Biology.
The Franchise is thrilled to have Dr. Rhonda Patrick take the stage this year at their number one training and networking event of the year!
Written By: Jodie Mateu, VP of Special Events and Productivity
As we transition into the month of June and commemorate the official start of Summer, Planet Beach will be celebrating two milestone events in one eventful day. On June 30th, Planet Beach will celebrate Member Appreciation Day & National Sunless Day.
During Member Appreciation Day, each Planet Beach location will roll out the red carpet to show their ultimate appreciation to their members and guests. It’s the one day of the month where members flock to the spa to mingle, partake in the festivities and enjoy one of the many automated spa services. In addition to Member Appreciation, Planet Beach will be celebrating its very own exclusive holiday, National Sunless Day. Planet Beach offers members the chance to experience beautifully bronzed skin with no exposure to ultraviolet rays. No streaks, no orange, no melanin production. Your natural-looking glow will last 5 to 7 days and only takes seconds to achieve. With summer solstice on the horizon and short season in full effect, a sunless spray tan will give you the ultimate sun-kissed complexion.
Participating locations will be offering exclusive discounts on this day only. If you’ve never visited a Planet Beach, mark June 30th on your calendar and call up your best friends to visit your nearest automated day spa. As the summer commences, get your glow on so that you can hit the beach already looking like a golden goddess.
CLICK HERE to find your nearest Planet Beach. Also, please check back in and send in your post sunless celebration pictures or let us know about your Planet Beach experience. We love hearing from our members!
Happy Member Appreciation & National Sunless Day from your Planet Beach family! xoxo
Written By: Jodie Mateu, VP of Special Events & Productivity
The final countdown is on for the 2022 HOTWORX & Planet Beach Convention, slated to take place August 1-3 at the luxurious Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale, AZ. The company is excited to announce that actor, singer, writer and comedian, Amy Gordon, is back by popular demand!
Amy was previously chosen to narrate the audio version of Hot Exercise, authored by CEO, Stephen P. Smith. In his search for the right voice to bring the audio version of his book to life, he received numerous sample readings of the book from various actors/narrators, but there was one voice that stood out among the rest. Amy’s eloquent command of the English language made her the obvious choice. Born in Seattle and based in New York, Amy has worked worldwide with performances on Broadway, the Sydney Opera House, Kennedy Center, Just for Laughs, and not to mention appearances in numerous movies.
Please see Amy’s extended bio below!
Amy Gordon has toured as a comedian for over 20 years, and has performed in 46 countries and 5 languages. In NY, she played those shows at New Victory Theatre, Symphony Space, Joe’s Pub, 54 Below, and was the Big Apple Circus’ first female solo comedian. Filmed work includes Tyler Perry’s A Fall From Grace, and TV shows (Bull, Apple TV’s Extrapolations, The Undetected, and is currently shooting a recurring character for a new Hulu series, as yet undisclosed.) Big Time, the sitcom pilot she wrote and produced garnered her numerous national and international awards for Best Comedy, Best Pilot and Best Actress. She’s been a semi-finalist on Got Talent shows in Germany, Italy, and France, and on comedy specials in Austria, Germany, and the UK. Other favorite US houses include Kennedy Center, Pasadena Playhouse, and the Cosmopolitan (LV.) She was the Artistic Director of Daredevil Opera Company, a featured player in the Olivier-awarded variety shows, La Clique and La Soiree, and was the writer/comedy director for the hit Broadway show, Anti-Gravity’s Crash Test Dummies, and the interactive James Bond show she starred in across NY, Shaken Not Stirred. She has also narrated over 20 audiobooks, including Naomi Wolf’s Outrages and Stephen Smith’s Hot Exercise.
Amy was so entertaining in the delivery of her presentation during the 2021 Convention at the La Cantera Resort & Spa in San Antonio, TX. She had the audience motivated, energized and up on their feet. She is back by popular demand and there is no doubt that she will once again captivate and charm the audience as she hosts the Awards Banquet at this year’s upcoming Convention.
Written By: Jodie Mateu, VP of Special Events & Productivity
As most of you are aware, Planet Beach spray & spa carries a multitude of top-of-the-line skin care and wellness products. Some of these are great for every day at home use, and some pair with our services to ensure the best results.
For our UV tanning, we only carry the industry’s finest: Swedish Beauty, Australian Gold, California Tan, Designer Skin, and our celebrity line JWOWW. Every year these brands release new products, and as a premier partner, Planet Beaches are some of the first to get them on our shelves.
For my next several blogs I will dive into this year’s new releases for 2022! Today let’s talk about the second 2022 California Tan release:
Cýphêr Titanium Black Optimizer
Step 2
FEATURES
• Step 2 – Oxygenates to Boost Results, Plateau Breaker
• High DHA, Cosmetic and Natural Bronzers
• Dark Lotion Color
• Enhanced Skincare and Bronzing
• Anti-Aging Skincare
• ATO Inhibitor
• Fragrance: Zesty Lime Verbena – Lime, Coconut & Bergamot
LINE STORY
A true breakthrough in tanning technology that builds dark, never-before-seen color by unlocking the proteins essential to the coloration of melanin with D-Cýphêr ™ Complex.
COLOR TECHNOLOGY
Multi-dimensional bronzer delivers immediate dark color & stimulates golden, darker color development.
ColorCatalyst™ Complex
• Caramel, Henna, Melanin, Black Walnut, Annatto and Colorants to allow for immediate dark color on the skin, while allowing for dark results to develop.
• Tyrosine and Melanin Activated Peptide (MAP) help give an added color boost by stimulating melanin synthesis during the tanning process for a longer-lasting bronze glow.
• Banana Extract contains dopamine, which is a melanin precursor, and is known to help increase melanin production for amazing color results.
A decadent dose of DHA with Erythrulose allows for flawless, streak-free coverage to ensure a gradual, dramatic tan.
D-Cýphêr® Complex: Builds deeper color by unlocking the proteins essential to boosting the production of melanin for the darkest color possible.
Titanium [22] Complex: Contains distinct ingredients that work with UVA and UVB rays specifically to obtain maximum tanning benefits. Arugula provides key compounds to the skin and works with the UVB rays to build deeper color, while Angelica Root and Bitter Orange work with UVA rays to achieve enhanced better results.
SKINCARE TECHNOLOGY
Cell Speak: An age-defying code that supports optimum skin rejuvenation while boosting the skin barrier integrity allowing for more radiant skin.
Youth Boost: Scientific blend that addresses the signs of aging by working to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, helping improve skin elasticity, and utilizing ultra-ingredients to reveal a youthful complexion.
Soothing Skincare: Calming combination of natural ingredients provide powerful antioxidants to the skin which help nourish, soothe, and condition for a smooth tanning canvas.
Cocoa Extract: Helps protect against oxidative damage, helps promote healthier looking skin, and has a toning effect to skin.
AVAILABLE SIZES
6.8oz Bottle | .5oz Packette
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This top tier bronzer delivers the best color both immediately and delayed, making this great for those looking to break tanning plateaus or build instant color for an event.
Stop by your local Planet Beach spray & spa and pick up this new UV lotion! CLICK HERE to find a spa near you!
Planet Beach remains the leading automated spray & spa that offers a superior customer experience. Last weekend, my daughter and I visited a traditional day spa where we enjoyed a fifty-minute massage followed by an infrared sauna session. We tried the halo salt therapy session, but quickly realized that it wasn’t our cup of tea, so we had the attendant move us to the sauna treatment room instead. Overall, the experience was relaxing and we both felt recharged and rejuvenated. However, the price we paid was excessive in comparison to the services offered at Planet Beach. I’ve been a loyal member of Planet Beach for years, and due to the evolution of the brand, I can understand why many patrons are foregoing their traditional day spa visits and joining Planet Beach as the ultimate fitness, beauty and wellness destination.
For as little as $59.00 per month and at the touch of a button, you’ll experience treatments in a private setting for a fraction of the time and cost compared to a traditional day spa. Where else can you achieve an instant sunless glow, an amazing workout and a relaxing automated massage under one roof? As a consumer, I wholeheartedly believe in the benefits of the services and products provided and make a concerted effort to incorporate them into my weekly routine to relieve stress and improve my overall health and wellbeing.
My teenage daughter is growing up so quickly, so spending quality time with her is at the top of my priority list. The days of tea parties, baking brownies and playing games are far gone and have been replaced with catching the latest movie releases, visiting Barnes & Nobles, which is our happy place and of course enjoying quality spa time at Planet Beach. It’s important for me to set a good example by embracing beauty and wellness practices into my life. If you have an aging daughter and are looking for a fun and inspiring bonding opportunity, visit your nearest Planet Beach. The Spa Consultants will be on standby to customize a regime that will meet your ultimate beauty and wellness needs. Visit https://planetbeach.com/spa-locator/ to find a location near you.
Written By: Jodie Mateu, VP of Special Events & Productivity
As most of you are aware, Planet Beach spray & spa carries a multitude of top-of-the-line skin care and wellness products. Some of these are great for every day at home use, and some pair with our services to ensure the best results.
For our UV tanning, we only carry the industry’s finest: Swedish Beauty, Australian Gold, California Tan, Designer Skin, and our celebrity line JWOWW. Every year these brands release new products, and as a premier partner, Planet Beaches are some of the first to get them on our shelves.
For my next several blogs I will dive into this year’s new releases for 2022! Today let’s talk about the first 2022 California Tan release:
Cýphêr Titanium Intensifier
Step 1
FEATURES
• Step 1 – Produces Base Tan, Resets Color
• Tyrosine
• White Lotion Color
• Anti-Aging Skincare
• Vitatan®
• ATO Inhibitor
• Fragrance: Zesty Lime Verbena – Lime, Coconut & Bergamot
COLOR TECHNOLOGY
Base Tan Builder: Tyrosine, helps to stimulate melanin production, while a Melanin Activated Peptide (MAP) helps give an added color boost by stimulating the synthesis and activity during the tanning process for a longer-lasting bronze glow. Banana Extract contains dopamine, which is a melanin precursor, and is known to help increase melanin production for amazing color results.
D-Cýphêr® Complex: Builds deeper color by unlocking the proteins essential to boosting the production of melanin for the darkest color possible.
Titanium [22] Complex: Contains distinct ingredients that work with UVA and UVB rays specifically to obtain maximum tanning benefits. Arugula provides key compounds to the skin and works with the UVB rays to build deeper color, while Angelica Root and Bitter Orange work with UVA rays to achieve enhanced better results.
Vitatan®: Contains an exclusive combination of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants to accelerate color development. This blend moisturizes and energizes the skin so that it can rapidly build a base tan.
SKINCARE TECHNOLOGY
Cell Speak: An age-defying code that supports optimum skin rejuvenation while boosting the skin barrier integrity allowing for more radiant skin.
Youth Boost: Scientific blend that addresses the signs of aging by working to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, helping improve skin elasticity, and utilizing ultra-ingredients to reveal a youthful complexion.
Soothing Skincare: Calming combination of natural ingredients provide powerful antioxidants to the skin which help nourish, soothe, and condition for a smooth tanning canvas.
Cocoa Extract: Helps protect against oxidative damage, helps promote healthier looking skin, and has a toning effect to skin.
AVAILABLE SIZES
6.8oz Bottle | .5oz Packette
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This luxurious intensifier formula is a great base builder and works perfectly when rotated with the Cýphêr Titanium Optimizer to take your color to the next level.
Stop by your local Planet Beach spray & spa and pick up this new UV lotion! CLICK HERE to find a spa near you!