Summertime means sunbathing, ice-cream, poolside lounging and plenty of outdoor fun.  The not so fun side of summer is that UVA and UVB rays in sunlight are damaging to our skin and prolonged exposure can lead to skin cancer and premature aging.  Sunscreen is of course a good way to protect your skin from harmful UV rays, but it only works if used correctly.  First be sure to check the expiration date.  Sunscreen that has gone past it’s “use by “ date will not be as effective.  Make sure to apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before going outside and reapplying every two hours.  Use it all over the body, including on your ears, fingers and toes and use a lip balm with SPF for your lips.  Did you know that cotton clothing offers less protection than SPF 15 sunscreen?  It’s always a good idea to apply sunscreen even under your T-shirt.  Even if it’s waterproof, after swimming and/or sweating be sure to apply more.  Use at least an ounce of sunscreen every two hours, and don’t leave it out in extreme heat as that can reduce potency.  If you’re wearing bug spray in addition to sunscreen, make sure to use a high SPF because bug spray can decrease the effectiveness.  In addition to using your sunscreen properly, those with fair skin, hair and eyes should also take extra precautions.  Staying out of the sun from 10am to 4pm, wearing a hat with a wide brim and sunglasses with 100% UV protection can help protect those who burn easily.  Last but not least, if you notice any new moles or one that have changed in appearance be sure to see your doctor or dermatologist right away.  Enjoy that beautiful sunshine, and BE SAFE!

 
Sadie Thornton
The Spa at Hilton

Book a Body Renewal today and enjoy the aromatic experience of a gentle orange blossom sugar or ginger lemongrass salt scrub.  This treatment includes a warm rain rinse and finishes off with a rich lotion  application.

You can also take the experience home with our orange blossom lotion and ginger lemongrass body butter now available in our retail section.

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Are your sneakers trashed?  Your shoes’ midsoles, or the layer between the treads and top, provide the cushioning, support and shock absorption for your feet.  The midsole will usually break down before the treads show significant wear and continuing to wear your shoes when the midsole has broken down can lead to injury.  Consult the following guide to see if you should replace your shoes.

Activity                                 If you                                     Replace your shoes

Running                    Run 12-15 miles/week                 Every 6 mo or 300-400 miles

Walking                   Walk 12-15 miles/week               Every 7 mo or 400-500 miles

Group Fitness    Take 3 one-hour classes/week            Every 4 to 5 months 

Tennis                       Play 1 hour/week                         Every year

Chizuko (aesthetician) is friendly and knows how to put you at ease.  She did a wonderful job — ML

Mary is an excellent tennis coach.  In two lessons I’ve really improved.  She cares a lot and gives great tennis tips, and today popped by the court to offer quick tennis advice even though I didn’t formally have a session with her.  She’s really great! — KN

Christina did an incredible massage.  I have never been more relaxed.  Loved the buffer Destiny used on my feet too! — RG

Jim Waddington is excellent!  I have been coming here for five years just to get a massage from Jim!  — MA

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Hi Sadie!
Everything went perrfectly! We all could not have asked for a better spa day! A few of my girls had never had massages before so it was fun to hear how amazing they felt afterward. The staff at the spa were wonderful! Every single staff member made me and my family/friends feel so special! I tell ya, eating lunch while getting your hair done really makes you feel like a queen!
 
My husband also had a wonderful time golfing! We both look forward to returning to the Hilton resort sometime in the future and reminiscing about our wedding weekend.  Thank you so very much Sadie for revising the itinerary so many times to fit all the ladies. You did an excellent job!
 
Thank you again,
Kelly B

Here at the Hilton Spa we have a great team.  This month we’d like to make sure and recognize 
              Scott Tignor and Adam Cook!                                                                                                                                   

Scott has been giving wonderful therapeutic massage here at the Hilton Spa for almost two years.  He moved here from Long Island and has been in Sedona for two years.  Scott spent three years studying massage at the NY College of Health Professions and has been practicing for the last seven.  He specializes in deep tissue, sports massage and flexibility training.  His skill and winning personality have been a tremendous asset to our team.                                                                                  

Adam  has been working hard here at the spa for a little over half a year to make sure that our guests have all that they need.  He came to Sedona from Tempe, AZ and has been  living here for about a year and a half.  When he’s not providing excellent guest service, Adam is studying at the University of Phoenix and we are lucky to have him as a spa attendant while he works to achieve his future goals.

This Mother’s Day, take care of the lady that takes care of you with relaxation from head to toe at the Hilton Sedona Spa.  Mom will enjoy a 50 minute massage of her choice and a 50 minute Rejuvenating Facial for only $215.  This package deal will be good only on Sunday, May 10th and is subject to availability.  Call 928-284-6900 to reserve the perfect Mother’s Day gift today.

A Perfect Pick-Me-Up
Hard working moms deserve a little TLC.  Why not treat yours to a perfect spa getaway that will let her know you appreciate all she does and care about her wellbeing.  The Perfect Pick-Me-Up package will start her off with a 50 minute massage of her choice to lower her stress and soothe tired muscles.  This will be followed by a 50 minute Rejuvenating Facial to give her face a healthy glow.  Finally, her spa experience will be completed by a professional hairstyling session that will not only give her a few ideas to use as home, but also will have her ready for the perfect night out.  This package can be purchased anytime for $258, call 928-284-6900 to arrange the details or purchase a gift certificate for this package.

Queen for a Day
Let your Mom know that she’s queen of the castle by giving her the royal treatment at the Hilton Sedona Spa.  Our Queen for a Day package will put a smile on her face that will last all year long.  We will start her with a 50 minute massage of her choice to lower her stress and soothe tired muscles.  Then she’ll experience the very best in skin care with our 50 minute Rejuvenating Facial.  To complete her experience it’s off to our salon for a Simply Hands Manicure, Simply Feet Pedicure and a professional hairstyling.  She will leave the spa looking and feeling like a Queen!  This package can be purchased anytime for $322, call 928-284-6900 to arrange the details or purchase a gift certificate for this package.

In addition, anyone receiving services will be able to take full advantage of our beautiful facility with free access to our fitness center, fitness classes, tennis courts, Olympic sized lap pool and our full locker rooms complete with steam room, sauna and whirlpool.

Call today to get your special price for an unforgettable spa day.  For special hotel rates: www.hiltonsedona.com/hotdeals.html

May is Osteoporosis Awareness Month.  While it is true that certain people are at higher risk than others, osteoporosis is a disease that can affect anyone.  Some facts from the National Osteoporosis Foundation:
About two million men and eight million women in the United States have osteoporosis.
Some medicines and some diseases can cause bone loss.
Between the ages of 20 and 80, Caucasian women lose about one-third of the bone mineral density in their hip.
Women can lose up to 20 percent of their bone density in the five to seven years after menopause.
Bone loss usually speeds up at midlife in both men and women.
People with osteoporosis cannot feel their bones getting weaker, and many people do not know they have osteoporosis until they break a bone.
Bones break more easily in people with osteoporosis, sometimes from simple actions such as sneezing, hugging or bumping into furniture.
Half of all women and up to one-in-four men older than 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis.
Osteoporosis and the broken bones it causes can be prevented.
You are never too young or too old to protect your bones.  Now is the time to take action.

Hilton Sedona Spa pool: Renewed for spring

Just in time to enjoy spring weather, we are happy to debut the newly renovated lap pool at the Hilton Sedona Resort & Spa. After many months of long, loud, and restricting construction, we have finally completed the lap pool rejuvenation.   

“With the warm weather upon us, timing couldn’t be better to open our new lap pool to guests,” said Hilton Sedona Spa Director, Katie Admundson. “The improvements have already garnered positive feedback.”

The lap pool area was revitalized with much need updates. The 7,100 plus square foot surface decking was replaced with new concrete, while the pool was re-plastered and retiled. We also replaced the pool drains to meet new safety standards.

The area around the pool was refreshed with modern décor, including new umbrellas, and lounge chairs. The natural hues of the Sedona landscape inspired the pool area’s color palette, which creates a setting that both energizes and relaxes, inviting guests to linger and lounge poolside. We know the area has been approved by all because the poolside fountains have already attracted many birds, while the new outdoor rinse-shower has snagged a guests or two.



The new lap pool is only part of the fabulous Hilton Sedona Spa, which offers full spa, salon, and fitness services. Come visit us to see our rejuvenated look, and stay tuned for upcoming events.

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Meet the Team!
Here at the Hilton Spa we have a great team.  This month we’d like to make sure and recognize Brenda Gaudreau and Heidi Mort in our salon!

Brenda is originally from New Jersey but has lived many places including Cape Cod, where she was 5 years ago before moving here to Sedona.  She has been with us for the past 5 years and has honed her skin care expertise at many places, including the Catherine Hinds School of Aesthetics in Massachucetts, the New Hampshire School of Advanced Skin Science in New Hampshire and most recently the Dermal Institute in Scottsdale, AZ.  Brenda has been practicing the art of skin care for the last 15 years and we are very fortunate to have her on our team!                                                                                        

Heidi is a Tucson native, but she comes to us most recently from Atlanta, Georgia.  She moved here 3 years ago in 2006.  When she started working here at the spa, her smiling face could be seen at our front desk.  Last November she reinstated her nail technician license and began beautifying our guests.  Heidi has spent 5 1/2 years, collectively crafting perfect fingers and toes and is a huge benefit to our team!

Why “Laughter Yoga Days” at the Hilton Spa?

Laughter is a positive and powerful emotion that becomes even more so when a group of individuals laugh together.  During the month of April on the 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th, Wednesdays  at 2pm,  we as a collective community will participate in laughter exercises and yoga breathing  with Certified Laugh Leader, Janet from Flagstaff.

Mark your calendar, bring a friend!                                           

Free and open to the public.

We are designed to laugh, so let’s do it!