That's precisely what I did last Wednesday at The Beauty of Pampering. And, I have now given the owner/founder, Lina Woods, the title of Queen of Pampering. Truly, she earned every "toe" of that title! :-)
Let's take a refreshing "walk" with me as I offer a glimpse of Lina's "pouring into women" style of pampering. Her desire to "serve" as the Hands & Feet of Christ in this world was so highly evident to me during my private spa time -- from start to finish!
As I reflect on my incredible hour and a half-plus at The Beauty of Pampering, I almost feel a little teary-eyed (in a good way) as a result of the way Lina pours her HEART into this service. Her spa, that can also be experienced with a friend, is a must-try for the women of Clay County and beyond. Ladies, we deserve pampering of this kind, and Lina has made it affordable to do so!
As I reflect on my incredible hour and a half-plus at The Beauty of Pampering, I almost feel a little teary-eyed (in a good way) as a result of the way Lina pours her HEART into this service. Her spa, that can also be experienced with a friend, is a must-try for the women of Clay County and beyond. Ladies, we deserve pampering of this kind, and Lina has made it affordable to do so!
"Lavender Love" -- Naturally Soft Moisturizing Oil from Lina M Bath Boutique being added to my therapeutic Rose Petal Foot Soak. Can't you just feel the LOVE?
So, let's take it from the top!
It all started on the best of notes, because once I pulled up in the parking lot, to the right of my car was a truck that had a big sign standing in the back of it that said:-
Then, as I was approaching the southern-style porch at The Beauty of Pampering, and before taking a brief swing on this beautiful pink swing below, I heard Lina's sing-song voice:
"Good Morning, Sunshine! You look so pretty!" :-)
We spent a few minutes on the porch chatting and simply enjoying the peace that can always be felt there, thanks to Lina's warm personality and the various forms of nature surrounding her Green Cove Springs location that offers a river view and overlooks Spring Park.
Next, I entered The Beauty of Pampering, and the first stop was at the table where Lina provides luxurious Sugar Scrubs for the hands of all her guests. Although I was there for foot attention, Lina explained: "We don't want your hands feeling left out." (By the way, all products used during services at The Beauty of Pampering are from Lina's other business, Lina M Bath Boutique.)
I held my hands over a pretty porcelain bowl, and Lina poured water over them from a lovely porcelain pitcher. She then gave me a portion of the sugar scrub with the instruction to rub it all over my hands. After rinsing and drying, I already felt like I had a "new" pair of hands, but then I was told to select a moisturizer.
My choice: Papaya Joy Whipped Shea Butter.
And, as if that wasn't enough, once we passed through Lina's Dance Studio while making our way to the spa, we made a pit-stop at some wonderful oil choices so that I could do some moisturizing "layering," as Lina puts it. Wow, after the sugar scrub, I didn't think my hands could feel any better, but with each additional product, the freshness in my hands simply increased!
My happy "new" hands and I then entered the private spa that awaited the pampering of my feet!!! I had just stepped into "another world!"
Relaxing music that had been selected with care played in the background, and all was right with the world! :-)
My choice: Papaya Joy Whipped Shea Butter.
And, as if that wasn't enough, once we passed through Lina's Dance Studio while making our way to the spa, we made a pit-stop at some wonderful oil choices so that I could do some moisturizing "layering," as Lina puts it. Wow, after the sugar scrub, I didn't think my hands could feel any better, but with each additional product, the freshness in my hands simply increased!
My happy "new" hands and I then entered the private spa that awaited the pampering of my feet!!! I had just stepped into "another world!"
Relaxing music that had been selected with care played in the background, and all was right with the world! :-)
Awww, a pink rose was awaiting me on the couch! Lina thinks of it ALL!
Upon sitting on the couch where the first part of my foot-journey would begin, a plate of fresh fruit, dark chocolate, and other goodies awaited me...along with a refreshing glass of perfectly-tasting lemon water!
Some of my favorite types of books -- spiritual ones -- were also near the plate. I picked up "A Heart For Prayer -- Encouragement for Your Prayer Life" by Gert McIntosh and landed on a parent prayer for children. My heart was warmed some more, as I am always excited to pray for my child.
At this time, my feet were soaking in really warm water followed by a delicious sugar scrub from the Queen of Pampering...which she did while sitting on the floor, I might add.
The Second Round of Foot Soaking
"The Queen of Pampering" -- pouring her heart into my feet and my spirit.
Pampering at it's FINEST...
Although I didn't want to budge to snap a picture of the initial foot-soaking (when Lina sat on the floor), I absolutely had to take a picture of the second one! As shown, my feet were being blessed with Rose Petals and Lina's "Lavender Love" Oil. Oh my!! Who else provides this during a pedicure? And check out the bowl my feet are soaking in! Oh yes, Lina will surely treat you like the Queen that you are!
Honey was even applied to my feet during my spa time!
Toe Stretch after all that amazing pampering!
The massage before the pretty pink polish was applied was out of this world. I absolutely love good pressure during massages, and the Queen of Pampering "nailed" that! I also thoroughly enjoyed the soft feeling of the pink plush towel my feet were resting on!
My lemon water and feet eventually made their way back out to the porch for some more nature-pampering after the inside spa time was complete.
See how well Lina also oiled/moisturized my legs?
Before heading out, I purchased Lina's Peach Paradise Oil, and I have used it EVERY day since! I love that it's a not-so-oily oil, and the aroma is delightful. I also purchased her Honey & Cream and Dominion soaps.
I then hit the pavement to head to my car, eventually transferring from the flip-flops to sandals. The picture in the blue shoes was taken later that day at the Wednesday evening service that Lina and I attended at The Potter's House in Jacksonville.
I wholeheartedly thank God for the many levels of pampering my mind, body, and spirit received last week Wednesday from Lina and The Beauty of Pampering and The Potter's House. Because so much health is passed on to the rest of the body via our physical foundation -- our feet -- I sincerely encourage each and every person reading this blog entry to "treat your feet!"
At my next appointment, I'm going deeper: Reflexology! So, stay tuned for details about that experience!
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Cheers to Life & Health!!!
Happy Pampering...
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