Let clients sink their feet into an aromatic blend of earthy ingredients, like rose petals, peppermint leaves, and essential oils. (shown: the apothecary bar in Blu Water Day Spa, Kensington, Md.)
The feel of artificial turf flooring (like that by AstroTurf) lends a fun feel to changing rooms, yoga and party spaces, and common areas (not recommended for service floors). (shown: the Zen Garden in Skin Deep — The Body Spa in Huntington Beach, Calif.)
Create the illusion of open sky with SkyCeilings, thin edge-lit panels that mimic natural landscapes and are perfect located above shampoo bowls, reiki tables, or anywhere clients’ heads may be upturned. Another alternative are traditional skylights. (shown: Sky Factory’s Luminous Rectilinear SkyCeiling in Clina-Spa Reims in Cormontreuil, France)
Plants are probably the easiest and least expensive way to bring a bit of nature into the salon habitat. Ask your local nursery what plants will thrive in your space (low-light, small space plants, minimal watering, etc.).(shown: the trellis in Nail Garden in Studio City, Calif.)
The nose knows familiar outdoor smells, so why not bring in the scent of fresh cut grass, an island breeze, or roses via a scent machine or air freshener? (product shown and scents described: DMX Scent Solutions powered by ScentAir, Inc.)
Upgrade your arm and leg massages to incorporate either hot stones or heated shells. (shown: PerfectSense Professional Hot Lava Shells, made from Tiger Clam shells)
Install a custom or store-bought aquarium to provide an interactive source of relaxation (and possibly balance your salon’s feng shui). (shown: biOrb Life Aquarium, available at PetSmart)
Artful accents that evoke the feel of the outdoors, like driftwood mirrors, bamboo space separators, and perfectly placed pinecones ease the transition from the outdoors in. (shown: the driftwood sofa table from www.alldriftwoodfurniture.com)
Let clients sink their feet into an aromatic blend of earthy ingredients, like rose petals, peppermint leaves, and essential oils. (shown: the apothecary bar in Blu Water Day Spa, Kensington, Md.)
The feel of artificial turf flooring (like that by AstroTurf) lends a fun feel to changing rooms, yoga and party spaces, and common areas (not recommended for service floors). (shown: the Zen Garden in Skin Deep — The Body Spa in Huntington Beach, Calif.)
Create the illusion of open sky with SkyCeilings, thin edge-lit panels that mimic natural landscapes and are perfect located above shampoo bowls, reiki tables, or anywhere clients’ heads may be upturned. Another alternative are traditional skylights. (shown: Sky Factory’s Luminous Rectilinear SkyCeiling in Clina-Spa Reims in Cormontreuil, France)
Plants are probably the easiest and least expensive way to bring a bit of nature into the salon habitat. Ask your local nursery what plants will thrive in your space (low-light, small space plants, minimal watering, etc.).(shown: the trellis in Nail Garden in Studio City, Calif.)
The nose knows familiar outdoor smells, so why not bring in the scent of fresh cut grass, an island breeze, or roses via a scent machine or air freshener? (product shown and scents described: DMX Scent Solutions powered by ScentAir, Inc.)
Upgrade your arm and leg massages to incorporate either hot stones or heated shells. (shown: PerfectSense Professional Hot Lava Shells, made from Tiger Clam shells)
Install a custom or store-bought aquarium to provide an interactive source of relaxation (and possibly balance your salon’s feng shui). (shown: biOrb Life Aquarium, available at PetSmart)
Artful accents that evoke the feel of the outdoors, like driftwood mirrors, bamboo space separators, and perfectly placed pinecones ease the transition from the outdoors in. (shown: the driftwood sofa table from www.alldriftwoodfurniture.com)
Stop and smell the roses with these nine ways to get Mother Nature to be a regular at your salon.
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