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Aveda Freelance Advisor   Melissa Aitken       Spa Bleu is pleased to announce that our esthetician, Melissa is now certified through Aveda as a freelance makeup advisor. She was required to attend extensive training to ensure her skill level was up to Aveda’s highest standards.   Within the Advisor program Melissa will be… Read more »

           Art of Nature Spring Makeup Collection                                                    “The makeup is natural but daring at the same time,” says Geason. “The skin looks lightly bronzed and glowing, like beautiful summer skin. The bright lip is fun and fearless with a matte finish to balance the radiant complexion.” – Aveda… Read more »

  Every year during the entire month of April, Aveda celebrates Earth Month. This year, we’re raising money and awareness to support water related projects like those enjoyed – and illustrated – by kids in Madagascar. Aveda celebrates the network’s grassroots fundraising efforts that have raised more then $20M to protect and maintain clean water… Read more »

Valentine’s Day is only two days away, show your love with gifts or gift certificates from Spa Bleü!  Here are some ideas to get you started: -Spa Bleü gift card -Pre-made Aveda gift sets or put together your own -Spa Bleü Wellness Package; mix and match an hour massage, hour facial, or specialty pedicure for… Read more »

Serious Business 2013 On January 20th, 7 Spa Bleu members attended a two day conference called Serious Business, in New Orleans. Now you may ask what was this conference all about? And to be honest before heading down there I myself had no clue what to expect. And to my shock I came back completely re-motivated… Read more »

     SPA BLEU FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER Dear Claire,    Treat your loved ones to relaxation at Spa Bleu this Valentines Day!    Spa Bleu gift cards are available 24 hours a day through our website. Follow the link below and print out the gift certificate from the comfort of your own home!    Purchase a Spa Bleu gift certificate    Spa Bleu gift certificates are also available… Read more »

Pure Privilege with Jacki Van Interviewed by Andrea Wascher SDP ASGL Name: Jacki VanLysebettens Salon Name: Spa Bleu (Both locations) Department: Front Dsk/Support Staff Team Member sinceAugst 2011 2012 Pure Privilege: 236 New Enrollment 2012 Salon Pure Privilege: 1,203 (both locations combined)   1.      What is your favorite thing about your position? My favorite thing… Read more »

Meet Heidi! She is one of our Nail Technicians at our South Barrington location! Who is your mentor? My Mother. What is one food you couldn’t live without? Coffee. What inspires you? Stories of individuals who changed the course of their own lives for the better. What attracted you to Spa Bleu? The team-based environment and… Read more »

Now introducing Aveda’s new Be Curly products!  Be Curly Controller  Smooths and elongates curly to tight curly hair. Creates touchable curls with natural movement Defines, elongates, and conditions curls while controlling frizz  Moderate hold and control Price: $21 Be Curly Curl Enhancing Hairspray Formulated to enhance all curly and wavy hair types. All day frizz… Read more »

Meet Noelle, she is a new stylist to our West Dundee location at Spa Bleu! Who is your mentor?My mother, she is a talented artist, excellent mother, spouse, homemaker, and amazing with finances. There is not a question she can’t answer for me.What is one food you couldn’t live without?Cheese! It goes with, on, or in… Read more »