$10 off Gift Certificates!

Dear Friends,   NEW!! Stay inside and shop online Have your gift certificate e-mailed to you! Receive $10 off your purchase of a 60 or 90 minute Gift Certificate or Series at Mellow! Use the special coupon code SNOW when making your purchase between now and February 14, 2010. Valentine's Day is just around the corner! Let's show our loved ones how much we appreciate them by giving a relaxing and rejuvenating session at Mellow Massage Therapy Center! Try our Swedish or Hot Stone massage or indulge in one of our new Ayurvedic or Thai inspired treatments!   Continue the relaxation at home by purchasing a spa gift from our new retail section.     What better way to show love than by giving the gift of Massage Therapy?

New Ayurvedic Treatments Offered at Mellow!

We have added four new ayurvedic treatments to our already diverse menu of services! Originating in India, Ayurveda is an ancient holistic system that has been practiced for over 5000 years. Products used are 100% organic ayurvedic licensed products from India. Our trained practitioner, Amanda Kneezel, works with your dosha or mind/body type, in an individualized treatment that truly brings your body into balance.

Services Include:

Herbal Wheat Dough Massage: 1 hour, $120 1.5 hours, $150

Relieves muscle tension and stress

Relaxation without any discomfort or pain

Hydrates the skin

Herbal Oatmeal Body Treatment: 1 hour, $120 1.5 hours, $150

Disinfects, moisturizes and exfoliates the skin

Makes the skin glow

With wrap, helps with skin tightening and water retention

Releases toxins and releases muscle tension

Herbal Healing Mask: Add to any service for $40

Reduces pain and inflammation

Deep penetrating

Helps with arthritis, sore muscles and joints, and spasms

Herbal Microdermabrasion Facial Pouch: Add to any service for $40

Peels, disinfects and is antifungal

Removes dead skin cells

Prevent rashes, whiteheads and blackheads

Safe on sensitive skin

Achieves results comparable to glycolic/lactic peels

**When booking please inform us of any nut or food allergies**

We're Callin' For Artists!

Mellow Nights: Call For Artists -


Mellow Massage Therapy Center in the East Falls section of Philadelphia is looking for artists for their bi-monthly event, Mellow Nights. Mellow Nights will combine fine art, live music, and massage therapy as a fundraiser for various charitable organizations that support the same artistic endeavors. The first event will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2009.

The chosen artist will have their original artwork featured on the evening of the affair in a “gallery-opening style” event. Artwork will then be required to hang in the lobby and treatment rooms at Mellow Massage Therapy Center for a time period of 2 months.

All pieces will be made available to clients for purchase. Whatever pieces are not sold must be picked up at the end of this 2 month period.

We are looking for art that inspires and/or compliments a relaxing atmosphere. Pieces should be of any medium, however they must be easily hung on a wall. Free standing sculptures will not qualify.

For submission, please provide a link to your electronic portfolio / website. You may also submit 5 samples of your work via e-mail attachment to info@mellowmassage.com. Please note, though only 5 pieces are required as submission for consideration, more may be needed for the exhibit dependent upon the size or the artwork.

You will be notified via email if we choose to display your art. The deadline for submission is Monday, September 7, 2009. All submissions not chosen for the upcoming event will be considered for subsequent months.

Please send questions to Vanessa Hazzard-Tillman at vanessa@mellowmassage.com.

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Mellow Named Best Massage in Philly by Philadelphia Weekly!

Mellow has just been named BEST PHILADELPHIA MASSAGE by Philadelphia Weekly in the 2009 Philadelphia Weekly Image Awards!! Pick up this week's issue. :)

Just got back from the award ceremony and all we can say is, "What a Blessing!"

Thanks For Voting!

xoxo,

The Mellow Staff

Tips on Staying Mellow!

Tips on Staying Mellow:
Extending Healthy Living Beyond the Massage Center

An E-Series by Vanessa M. Hazzard-Tillman, CMT


Welcome to the first installment of Tips on Staying Mellow! If you are reading this then you are already on the wellness path. I like to think of being healthy as a journey that changes with and complements your life as opposed to an unattainable destination met only by the select few. It’s those little steps you take now that pay off big months and years down the line. Those steps could be taking a 20-30 minute stroll on a nice day, grabbing an apple with peanut (my personal favorite) as a refreshing snack, or even just taking a moment to stretch after sitting at a computer all day (great for preventing carpal tunnel syndrome).

Here, you will find these tips and more on a weekly basis. I encourage your feedback! If you try any of these tips or have any of your own, please post them! The wellness path is best traveled with a group of sincere, positive people! In fact, according to an article in Whole Living Magazine, a study at the University College London found that people in troubled relationships had a higher risk of health problems. “Such bad vibes can lead to chronic stress, elevating hormones, that can cause aging, arrhythmia, diabetes, and high cholesterol,” explains Mimi Guarneri, M.D., cardiologist and medical director of the Scripps Center for Integrative Medicine in La Jolla, CA. Though this study was more referring to dating and marriage, any kind of negative relationship can cause wear and tear on you emotionally and mentally which undoubtedly can take a stressful toll on your body.

…Which brings us to Stay Mellow Tip #1: Get therapeutic massages often.
Now coming from a massage therapist, that’s kind of a no-brainer. But massage therapy is extremely effective in relieving mental and emotional stress as well as physical stress. According to Prevention Magazine, receiving a massage can cut cortisol levels up to 31%. It also is extremely effective in the increase of dopamine and serotonin. Massage is also affordable. You can book a relaxing Swedish massage or an invigorating deep tissue massage at Mellow for only $75 for an hour session. If you get a massage twice a month, that’s less than $5.36 a day. That’s less than a trip to Dunkin Donuts…and better for you too!

Stay tuned for the next edition of Tips on Staying Mellow: Recipes For Getting a Good Night’s Sleep…its easier than you might think!

Senior Citizen Days at Mellow!

Wednesdays are now Senior Citizens Day at Mellow!

Spread the word! Every Wednesday At Mellow Massage Therapy Center, Senior Citizens receive a 60 min massage for $50! (Regularly $75!)

Client must be 60+ years of age. Call for more details or mention "Senior Citizen Discount" when scheduling!

See you soon at the Center!

p.s. Don't Forget to RSVP for the Party!

We're havin' a Party!

Mellow will be hosting our first TEA PARTY / Open House and‚ we would LOVE for you to attend!

Come spend the afternoon with Mellow and Friends!

When: Sunday May 3, 2009
What: FUN!
Where: Mellow Massage Therapy Center
Time: 2pm - 6pm

Stop in to take a tour of our facility and hang out with the Mellow Staff. Enjoy lots of tea, snacks, and chair massage! We will also have some fun vendors to browse through including our good friends at‚ NirvanaLand Wellness!

Why not bring mom over for a pre-mother's day chair massage? We'd love to have both of you!

The event is FREE but please be sure to RSVP HERE.
Hope to see you all there!

DIRECTIONS

-The Mellow Staff

p.s. Did you vote yet? :)

Philadelphia Weekly Image Awards!

Please take a moment to vote for Mellow Massage Therapy Center!


Just click on the following link and type "Mellow Massage Therapy Center" in the "Beauty and Wellness" section under "Best Melt your Muscles Massage".

http://www.philadelphiaweekly.com/promos/image-voting.html

Tell the world how much you love Mellow!

Thanks So much for the support everyone!

It's heart month!

Mellow Gift Certificates are ON SALE!

SAVE 10% on ANY online purchase of a 60 or 90 min Gift Certificate from now until February 21, 2009.


February is heart month!


It's heart month!

In February, the American Heart Association steps up its educational efforts communicating the seriousness of heart disease and its prevention.

Relaxation and heart health

A range of techniques including massage, relaxing music, guided relaxation and yoga have shown promising results in lowering blood pressure and heart rate -- factors that have a positive effect on heart health. Recent research indicates that relaxation techniques can reduce strain on the heart.

One study from Duke University followed cardiac patients over a period of years. The program included education on stress and specific techniques to relax the body and mind. Participants in the program showed a significant reduction in heart attacks. In another study, at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, yoga and meditation significantly reduced the impact of cardiac disease on patients.


Taking charge


Many people feel victimized by stress. But relaxation can reverse the ill effects of stress by helping you learn to respond differently.


The key is to practice relaxing regularly. If you take time during your workday for a 15-minute massage, a lunchtime yoga class, or simply breathing slowly and deeply for several minutes, you'll let go of stress buildup and start to relax. If you make this a regular habit, you can retrain your mind to stay balanced in the face of stress.


So this month get an extra massage, take a yoga class every single week, or start that meditation practice again. Your heart will thank you!



Happy Valentine's Day!



Looking for the perfect gift for your sweetie? Why not the gift of relaxation? Now you can securely purchase gift certificates online! Use Paypal or a Credit Card to make your purchase and we'll mail your Gift Certificate right away!

Click Here for More Details. Please be sure to leave a note in the comments section of your order if you'd like the Gift Certificate mailed directly to your giftee! E-mail gift@mellowmassage.com for more information.

We can not guarantee delivery before Valentine's Day for orders placed after midnight on Tuesday February 10, 2009.

Please contact info@mellowmassage.com for more information.

10% off Gift Certificates - Happy Holidays!!

SAVE 10% on ANY online purchase of a 60 or 90 min
Gift Certificate from now until January 10, 2009!

Happy Holidays!

We can not guarantee delivery before Christmas for orders
placed after midnight on Saturday December 20, 2008. Last minute
pickup at Mellow is available on Christmas Eve. Please contact
info@mellowmassage.com
for available times and more information.

Looking for the perfect gift for the Holidays? Why not the gift of relaxation?



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for more information.

Mellow Wins Best of Philly!

Mellow has just won a Best of Philly 2008 Award from Philadelphia Magazine! Many Thanks to all of our supporters. Please pick up a copy of the August Issue of Philadelphia Magazine and check us out! (pg 132).

Stay Mellow!!

-The Staff at Mellow

Show your Support for Mellow! Vote for us!

Mellow Massage Therapy Center has been nominated as one of the Philadelphia area's best businesses in the 2008 myfoxphilly HOT LIST Contest. Voting begins on Monday July 21, 2008. Click below for more details and to cast your vote.

Thank you so much!

Namaste,
The Staff at Mellow

Cleansing the Temple: New Detox Massage Treatment!

I find it interesting that our lives are so different from what they were 50 – 60 years ago. Food was fresher and more dependable as a source of nutrition.

Did you know that as recent as the early part of the 20th century, most American food was organically grown? Yup. Grown straight from the earth as it should be -- without synthetic pesticides, chemical fertilizers, growth hormones and other harmful additives. It was pure. Maybe it didn’t last as long as it does now… sitting stiff as tough plastic on supermarket shelves for months at a time. Lasting only because of its chemically altered makeup. But it was fresh while it did last… and it tasted so good.

And food isn’t the only way we are exposed to toxins. Chemically altered food, harsh cleaners and chemicals, non-biodegradable trash and other foreign substance litter our earth -- and our bodies.

Today, with the explosion of toxicity levels within the body, we can not afford to forgo internal cleansing rituals. What is internal cleansing? I’m so glad you asked. Its just as it sounds… cleansing the inside of ones body in order to rid the self of toxic buildup. Researchers believe that this toxic buildup is one of the main causes of many diseases and cancers currently plaguing the human race. Cleansing gives your body a chance to rid itself of toxins by stopping the flow of unnatural inputs in order to allow the body to refresh and rejuvenate itself. The body has an amazing ability to self heal but with chemically burdened organs, it’s almost impossible for the process to take affect.

Some internal cleanses involve fasting or the use of fresh organic fruit and vegetable juices, while others focus on eliminating all processed foods from the diet for a significant period of time. Herbal supplements can be taken to help the process along, such as liver and colon cleansers. After researching, which ever method you deem appropriate for your lifestyle will likely benefit you in your quest to cleanse your body from the inside out.

Massage Therapy goes along very well with any cleansing program. Manipulation of the soft tissue in the body releases stored toxins from within tight muscles. After this release, proper hydration will help the body to eliminate this toxic buildup.

For the perfect addition to your internal cleansing regimen, try our Stay Mellow Detoxifying Massage Treatment

In a world in which toxins are abundant, it’s important to find ways to detoxify the body. Our newest service, the Detoxifying Massage Treatment uses Rosemary, Burdock, Echinacea, Lemon, Figwort, Watercress, Geranium, Coriander, Orange, and Eucalyptus infused cream to cleanse the skin and body. The treatment helps to support a healthy immune system by stimulating circulation, releasing impurities, and helping to ease muscular discomfort while fighting inflammation.

So go ahead… get that squeaky clean feeling… from the inside out.

Namaste,

Gerrae

Father's Day!

Father's Day is coming up this Sunday! This year, let's show dad how much we appreciate him with a relaxing and rejuvenating session at Mellow! What better way to show dad how much you love him than by giving him the gift of massage?

Click Here to purchase your Gift Certificate for Dad Today!

Introducing...

Thai Herbal Compress Therapy


We are pleased to announce our newest modality, Thai Herbal Compress (also known as Thai Herbal Ball Therapy) Straight from traditional Thai medicine, this celebrated therapy incorporates the use of a steamed, herb-filled cotton compress with the more familiar strokes of our Swedish massage.

Our compress is filled with various medicinal herbs formulated from the time-honored recipe of the Wat Po temple in Bangkok. It's great for relaxing tight muscles, relieving joint pain and encouraging blood circulation. The intoxicating scent of the herbal mixture along with the warmth of the compress is sure to leave you feeling balanced.

After your session, take your Thai herbal compress home!
The compress can be used 3-4 more times after your visit to Mellow!

Recommended at-home uses:

• Wet herbal compress and hang it in the shower. Enjoy the aromatic therapeutic effects (helps to open up the sinuses!)
• Soak herbal compress in a medium size pot of water for 10 minutes. Next, steam for 10 more minutes. Apply compress to sore muscles to relieve pain and tightness.

Please store your compress in the refrigerator when not in use.

Caution: This herbal compress should not be used on pregnant women, people with high blood pressure, and those who are sensitive to extreme heat.

Hey Mom! - Mother's Day Specials at Mellow!

Mother’s day is coming up soon! This year, let’s show mom how much we appreciate her with a relaxing and rejuvenating session at Mellow! What better way to show mom how much you love her than by giving her the gift of massage?

Mellow Massage Therapy Center is celebrating Mother’s Day with two (yes two!) special offers:

• All Gift Certificates purchased between now and May 11, 2008 are 10% off! You can purchase a gift certificate by Clicking Here. If purchased on or before Tuesday, May 6, 2008, we’ll be sure to get it in the mail to you in time for Mother’s day. Also, feel free to stop by our center Monday – Saturday between the hours of 10am and 2pm to pick one up.

• Schedule a massage at the same time as mom and we’ll give you 20% off both appointments! This Mother’s day offer is good from now until Saturday May 17, 2008.

$10 off Any Service

Crusade!

With schedules getting tighter and tighter, it’s no wonder that our muscles are doing the same. In an era where we have come to accept that life will be stress filled, we at Mellow have begun our crusade to fight stress and promote relaxation. The world may be saying, “Life will get busier! You will be stressed!” but we are saying, "NO WAY MAN!"

Life shouldn’t be filled with booked solid schedules that leave no time to breathe. Massage Therapy is great in that it combats stress in a number of ways. One very apparent way is in its ability to force us to STOP. Stop movement, stop phone calls, stop answering blackberry e-mail messages… and… just… breathe. It’s very simple and effective.

We believe wholeheartedly in the effective nature of Massage Therapy. It helps to de-stresses us… and it will help to de-stress you too. :)

Peace.

10% Off of Any Service!

To show our appreciation for the beautiful Spring weather that’s starting to show it’s face, Mellow is currently offering 10% off of any session for first time clients! Can’t wait to have you come on through! :)