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South Shore Skin Center and Spa Names Samantha Grout as Medical Spa Director

South Shore Skin Center and Spa, one of the most progressive practices for medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology, has recently appointed Samantha Grout, a Licensed Aesthetician and Licensed Massage Therapist, as their new Medical Spa Director.

In her new position as Medical Spa Director, Ms. Grout will oversee the practice’s cosmetic dermatology spa in Plymouth and Cohasset. She will be responsible for daily operations as well as marketing for the spa which includes community outreach, social media, social networking and brand standards of the spa. Ms. Grout will also provide patient consultations, skin care analysis, facials, body wraps, massage, microdermabrasion, chemical peels and massage.

Before joining South Shore Skin Center and Spa, Ms. Grout was the Human Resource Employee Experience Manager at Stratton Mountain Resort – Intrawest in Stratton, Vermont where she served on the Senior Operations Team for resort HR functions and supported an employee base of 1500 associates. Previous to that, Ms. Grout was the Human Resource Training Manager at The Equinox Resort and Spa in Manchester, VT, a leading spa of North America. Prior to that, she was the Spa Director at the historic Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego, CA, which was named one of the Top 20 Hotel Spas in the world.

Ms. Grout graduated from the University of Vermont with a Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Ski Area Management and a MBA minor from the School of Business. She holds the prestigious Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Certification from the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM). Ms. Grout is a Licensed Massage Therapist (in MA and VT) and a Licensed Aesthetician (in MA, NY and VT). She is also a certified yoga instructor.

She is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM); the International SPA Association; the New England Spa Association (NESPA); the American Society for Trainers and Development (ASTD); the International Coaches Federation (ICF) and the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA).

A native of Manchester, VT, Ms. Grout resides in Cohasset, MA.

About South Shore Skin Center and Spa

South Shore Skin Center and Spa is one of Massachusetts’ most progressive dermatology practices offering a wide range of medical, surgical and cosmetic services. South Shore Skin Center and Spa’s medical office and the cosmetic dermatology Spa occupy the 6,600 square-foot third floor of One Scobee Circle in Plymouth. South Shore Skin Center and Spa’s Mohs Surgical Unit is located on the lower level.

At South Shore Skin Center and Spa, patient care comes first. The practice’s unique team of physicians, physician assistants, nursing and medical assistant staff are all specialists in dermatology who share a passion for excellence and a commitment to providing the highest level of care to both children and adults in the greater Boston area. Advanced cosmetic services offered include laser treatments such as Fraxel re:pair and re:store Gentle YAG, IPL, Thermage and treatments for age spots, acne scarring, birthmarks, tattoos and more. The practice also offers a full range of affordable anti-aging services including Botox, Restylane, Perlane,and other wrinkle fillers; volumizers such as Radiesse and Sculptra; microdermabrasion; laser skin resurfacing and chemical peels. Anti-aging and Cosmetic treatments are both safer and more effective when administered at a physician’s office.

South Shore Skin Center and Spa is located at One Scobee Circle, Unit 3, in Plymouth, Mass. (508) 747-0711 and at 223 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Suite 202, in Cohasset, Mass. (781) 383-3340. For more information, visit the website at www.southshoreskincenter.com.

Samantha Grout

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Makeovers Salon + Spa Raises $3,000 for the MSPCA-Angell during Cut-A-Thon

Over 100 guests along with 15 of their canine friends and a turtle turned out for Makeovers Salon & Spa’s recent “Cut-A-Thon” which was held in support of shelter animals.

Makeovers Salon & Spa raised $3,000 for the non-profit MSPCA-Angell through the festive event.

Guests enjoyed live music, refreshments, face painting, raffles, giveaways and amazing silent auction items which included a “Night at Fenway” package of dinner at Cask ’n Flagon, two tickets for Boston Red Sox vs White Sox game and an autographed baseball by Jason Varitek. Also part of the silent auction was an “Ultimate Date Night” package which included champagne and strawberries, a couples massage, men’s cut, wash and blow dry for the ladies and dinner for two at Stoneforge Grill.

Makeovers Salon & Spa wishes to thank their 30 service providers who generously donated their time for this special event.

About MSPCA-Angell
The MSPCA-Angell is a national and international leader in animal protection and veterinary medicine and provides direct hands-on care for thousands of animals each year. The MSPCA-Angell is a private, non-profit organization. For more information, visit www.mspca.org.

About Makeovers Salon & Spa
Makeovers Salon & Spa is owned by the internationally recognized, award-winning designers Edward and Norah Blum. As one of the largest salon and spas in Massachusetts, Makeovers Salon & Spa is a 13,200 square foot “paradise” with 26 styling stations, nine large treatment rooms and a collaborative of an amazingly talented staff of nearly 100 providing hair styling and coloring; nail and spa services. Makeovers Salon & Spa has been honored 15 times with “First Place Reader’s Choice Award” in all beauty categories.

Makeovers Salon & Spa designers travel to New York for training in the latest color and cutting techniques each Spring and the salon frequently hosts renowned international guest trainers. Services offered at the Day Spa include facials, laser treatments, massage, manicures/pedicures, wraps, body treatments, waxing, reflexology and aromatherapy. Their line of high quality products include G.M. Collin and Glymed Spa products, Glominerals Makeup and Wella, Sebastian, Rene Furtier, Alterna and Icon hair care products.

Makeovers Salon & Spa is located at 574 Washington Street in Easton, MA. For more information, visit the website at www.makeoverssalon.com or contact (508) 238-1211.

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Makeovers Salon & Spa of Easton to Hold Open House – Jason Varitek to make Special Guest Appearance

Makeovers Salon & Spa, one of the largest salon and spas in Massachusetts, is holding an Open House on Saturday, November 20, 2010 from 5 to 8 p.m. Makeovers is located at 574 Washington Street in the Marketplace Mall in Easton. This event is open to the public.

Makeovers’ Holiday Open House will showcase their special holiday services and gorgeous jewelry from Norah’s Loft.

Guests who purchase a $50 gift certificate will have the opportunity to meet Jason Varitek, Catcher for the Boston Red Sox and receive an autograph. A portion of the proceeds from gift certificate sales will go to The Jimmy Fund.

The salon and spa is also running a special One-Day Sale on products and services booked in advance.

“We’re very excited about this event and there’s quite a buzz among our staff and clients about Jason Varitek’s special guest appearance and support of The Jimmy Fund. What better way to kick off the holiday season,” said internationally renowed stylists and salon owners Edward and Norah Blum.

About Makeovers Salon & Spa

Makeovers Salon & Spa is owned by the internationally recognized, award-winning designers Edward and Norah Blum. As one of the largest salon and spa in Massachusetts, Makeovers Salon & Spa is a 13,200 square foot “paradise” with 26 styling stations, nine large treatment rooms and a staff of more than 80 providing hair styling and coloring; nail and spa services. Makeovers Salon & Spa has been honored 15 times with “First Place Reader’s Choice Award” in all beauty categories.

Makeovers Salon & Spa designers travel to New York for training in the latest color and cutting techniques each Spring and the salon frequently hosts renowned international guest trainers. Services offered at the Day Spa include facials, laser treatments, massage, manicures/pedicures, wraps, body treatments, waxing, reflexology and aromatherapy. Their line of high quality products include G.M. Collin and Glymed Spa products, Glominerals Makeup and Wella, Sebastian, Rene Furtier, Alterna and Icon hair care products.

Makeovers Salon & Spa is located at 574 Washington Street in Easton, MA. For more information, visit the website at www.makeoverssalon.com or contact (508) 238-1211.

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Victoria Hancock Named Master Colorist at Makeovers Salon & Spa of Easton

Victoria Hancock, Master Colorist

Makeovers Salon & Spa, one of the largest salon and spas in Massachusetts, located at the Marketplace Mall in Easton, has recently named Victoria Hancock as Master Colorist. Ms. Hancock is currently accepting new clients.

Ms. Hancock has more than 25 years of experience as a hair stylist/colorist and has spent the last 10 years specializing in color. Makeovers Salon and Spa has appointed Ms. Hancock as the salon’s Master Colorist and her specialties are corrective color, single processes and multiple technique foiling.

Previously, Ms. Hancock was a colorist for Andree Robere Salon & Day Spa for six years. Prior to that, she was a stylist/colorist at Paul Joseph’s Image Group. She obtained her education at Costin’s RI Academy of Beauty Culture and frequently attends hair color training and conferences to learn the latest, state-of-the-art techniques.

Sharing her knowledge of today’s hottest hair trends, Ms. Hancock noted, “For the fall season, warm, autumn color tones such as golds and coppers are in. Peek-A-Boo highlights are all the rage now because they give clients color longevity and options. These highlights go underneath the top layer of the hair and essentially last longer because they are not at the crown and you don’t notice them growing out. Peek-A-Boo highlights are very versatile and clients who love to change their hair color frequently, love these highlights because they allow for a tonal change as often as every 4-6 weeks.”

“As our most experienced colorist, Victoria is a truly valuable member of our team. She brings a wealth of knowledge to the table; clients adore her and and it is an absolute pleasure to work with her,” said internationally renowned stylists and salon owners Edward and Norah Blum.

Ms. Hancock resides in Raynham.

About Makeovers Salon & Spa

Makeovers Salon & Spa is owned by the internationally recognized, award-winning designers Edward and Norah Blum. As one of the largest salon and spa in Massachusetts, Makeovers Salon & Spa is a 13,200 square foot “paradise” with 26 styling stations, nine large treatment rooms and a staff of more than 80 providing hair styling and coloring; nail and spa services. Makeovers Salon & Spa has been honored 15 times with “First Place Reader’s Choice Award” in all beauty categories.

Makeovers Salon & Spa designers travel to New York for training in the latest color and cutting techniques each Spring and the salon frequently hosts renowned international guest trainers. Services offered at the Day Spa include facials, laser treatments, massage, manicures/pedicures, wraps, body treatments, waxing, reflexology and aromatherapy. Their line of high quality products include G.M. Collin and Glymed Spa products, Glominerals Makeup and Wella, Sebastian, Rene Furtier, Alterna and Icon hair care products.

Makeovers Salon & Spa is located at 574 Washington Street in Easton, MA. For more information, visit the website at www.makeoverssalon.com or contact (508) 238-1211.

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Makeovers Salon & Spa’s “Fashion for a Cause” Benefit Makes a Big Splash

Local makeover contest winner Colette Maillett shows off her new look at Makeovers Salon + Spa 'Fashion for a Cause' event.

Makeovers Salon & Spa’s “Fashion for a Cause” event held last week, which was a fundraiser for Wheels for Avery, was a tremendous success. Over $5,000 (in donations) was raised and will help Avery Austin, a severly disabled Easton boy, get the wheelchair he needs.

It was an evening of fashion and fun for a good cause. Attendees were able to see the latest styles in hair color and design, make-up, clothing and accessories during the Runway Show which featured items from Posh Boutique, Rock Reunion Clothing, Timeless Antiques, B-Buckled, The Loft and Wella.

In addition to the runway models, five local Makeover contest winners debuted their new personal styles on the runway: Emily Candora, a cancer survivor who removed her wig for the first time and revealed her new edgy, purple hairstyle (courtesy of salon co-owner and renowned stylist Edward Blum); Colette Maillett; Brenda Morganti and Ann Taylor.

Guests also enjoyed pre-show boutique shopping, wine tasting courtesy of The Wine Guys, music courtesy of Rakish Productions and food from Makeovers’ own Gourmet Café. Sponsors include Rentals Unlimited, William Byer, Rose Hill Garden and Richard Bertone Photography.

For more information about Wheels for Avery, visit http://awalkbyfaithamazedbygrace.blogspot.com/ .

“We’re really happy that we were able to all come together and help the Austin family. They’re wonderful people who are facing some incredible challenges. We want to thank everyone – our guests, our staff, the vendors and sponsors – for all their support,” noted salon owners Edward and Norah Blum.

About Makeovers Salon & Spa

Makeovers Salon & Spa is owned by the internationally recognized, award-winning designers Edward and Norah Blum. As one of the largest salon and spa in Massachusetts, Makeovers Salon & Spa is a 13,200 square foot “paradise” with 26 styling stations, nine large treatment rooms and a staff of more than 80 providing hair styling and coloring; nail and spa services. Makeovers Salon & Spa has been honored 15 times with “First Place Reader’s Choice Award” in all beauty categories.

Makeovers Salon & Spa designers travel to New York for training in the latest color and cutting techniques each Spring and the salon frequently hosts renowned international guest trainers. Services offered at the Day Spa include facials, laser treatments, massage, manicures/pedicures, wraps, body treatments, waxing, reflexology and aromatherapy. Their line of high quality products include G.M. Collin and Glymed Spa products, Glominerals Makeup and Wella, Sebastian, Rene Furtier, Alterna and Icon hair care products.

Makeovers Salon & Spa is located at 574 Washington Street in Easton, MA. For more information, visit the website at www.makeoverssalon.com or contact (508) 238-1211.

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UFC Hall of Famer Chuck Liddell Hits Easton Spa – Celebrities and Athletes are Making Makeovers Salon & Spa their “Go To” Retreat

Ultimate Fighting Champion (UFC) Hall of Famer and 2009 Dancing With The Stars competitor Chuck “The Iceman” Liddell and his girlfriend Heidi Northcott enjoyed a day of relaxation at Makeovers Salon + Spa in Easton before the big mixed martial arts “Fan Expo” event at the Hynes Convention Center last week in Boston’s Back Bay.

Kicking back in Makeovers plush, relaxing Couples Suite, Liddell enjoyed a 90-minute Deep Tissue Massage from Marilynn Lima who had worked on Texas Rangers Pitcher CJ Wilson a few weeks back. Northcott received her 90-minute Deep Tissue Massage from Teresa Flaherty.

According to Liddell, “The Makeovers crew treated me as if I had walked into their home. We had a great time. This will be my ‘go to’ spot when I come into the city.” He continued, “The place was really amazing. Total luxury and just 30 minutes outside of Boston.”

Ed and Norah Blum, owners of Makeovers Salon & Spa said, “It was an amazing experience to see how well-rounded an athlete Chuck is. He is truly a gracious gentleman.” Blum jokingly noted, “I would be thrilled to work with the UFC again. I feel safer working with them than against them.”

About Makeovers Salon & Spa

Makeovers Salon & Spa is owned by the internationally recognized, award-winning designers Edward and Norah Blum. As one of the largest salon and spa in Massachusetts, Makeovers Salon & Spa is a 13,200 square foot “paradise” with 26 styling stations, nine large treatment rooms and a staff of more than 80 providing hair styling and coloring; nail and spa services. Makeovers Salon & Spa has been honored 15 times with “First Place Reader’s Choice Award” in all beauty categories.

Makeovers Salon & Spa designers travel to New York for training in the latest color and cutting techniques each Spring and the salon frequently hosts renowned international guest trainers. Services offered at the Day Spa include facials, laser treatments, massage, manicures/pedicures, wraps, body treatments, waxing, reflexology and aromatherapy. Their line of high quality products include G.M. Collin and Glymed Spa products, Glominerals Makeup and Wella, Sebastian, Rene Furtier, Alterna and Icon hair care products.

Makeovers Salon & Spa is located at 574 Washington Street in Easton, MA. For more information, visit the website at www.makeoverssalon.com or contact (508) 238-1211.

Salon Owner Edward Blum and Champion Fighter Chuck Liddell – Photo courtesy of Richard Bertone Photography

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Paradise Found – Makeovers Salon & Spa of Easton Expands

Makeovers Salon & Spa of Easton has undergone a transformation. What was once a 6,000 square foot upscale hair salon and spa located at 574 Washington Street, has become a 13,200 square foot “paradise” for the body, mind and soul.

From the high-end hair salon to the relaxing cafe to the peaceful tranquility room and expansive Day Spa, Makeovers Salon & Spa has been transformed into a “Mecca” for beauty and wellness.

Owned and operated by renowned, award-winning designers Edward and Norah Blum, Makeovers’ sophisticated salon now boasts 26 styling stations and 16 coloring stations manned by seasoned design professionals who have the most advanced training (on an international level) in the latest color and cutting techniques.

Steps away from the salon, clients can enjoy refreshment or gather with friends in the relaxing cafe which is complete with a soothing water feature.

The state-of-the-art Day Spa offers nine treatment rooms, with a special couples suite containing a double Jacuzzi and massage area. The manicure room has doubled to eight and the private pedicure room, with pipeless units, can hold six clients at once. The spa also houses women’s and men’s locker rooms with jetted spray showers as well as a Vichy shower room for after body treatments.

Services offered at the Day Spa include facials, laser treatments, massage, manicures, pedicures, wraps, body treatments and waxing. Clients can sooth the mind as well as the body with reflexology and aromatherapy. Makeovers’ spa can accommodate parties of 4 to 40 and they offer special packages such as Day of Beauty, Bridal, Groom, Couples and Men’s packages.

Perhaps the most unique addition in the Makeovers’ expansion is their Tranquility room. After spa services, clients may “take a moment away from it all” to relax and de-stress in the dimly-lit, sound-proof room that is complete with plush, reclined seating, waterfall, calming music and a refreshment/snack area.

According to Edward Blum, “With our expansion, we have literally become the largest salon and spa under one roof in the state. We have a staff of more than 80 providing hair styling and coloring; nail and spa services. When we were designing the salon and spa, we wanted to bring back the best of all the salons and spas we had experienced in our travels around the world and incorporate these elements into Makeovers. We want each client to feel truly pampered, as if s/he is our only client. We wanted to give our clients the five-star experience and we believe we’ve achieved our goal. Makeovers has become more than a salon and day spa – it’s really a destination.”

Makeovers Salon & Spa has been honored 15 times over the years with First Place Reader’s Choice Award in all beauty categories.

About Makeovers Salon & Spa
Makeovers Salon & Spa is owned by the internationally recognized, award-winning designers Edward and Norah Blum. As one of the largest salon and spa in Massachusetts, Makeovers Salon & Spa is a 13,200 square foot “paradise” with 26 styling stations, nine large treatment rooms and a staff of more than 80 providing hair styling and coloring; nail and spa services. Their line of high quality products include G.M. Collin and Glymed Spa products, Glominerals Makeup and Wella, Sebastian, Rene Furtier, Alterna and Icon hair care products.

Most recently, Makeovers Salon & Spa was the set for the Disney pilot, “Postcards from Heaven” with medium Maureen Hancock and casting calls with ‘The Rock’.

Makeovers Salon & Spa is located at 574 Washington Street in Easton, MA. For more information, visit the website at www.makeoverssalon.com or contact (508) 238-1211.

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