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Soul Sista Spa Locations We offer packages in many states. Also Caribbean Island Spa's. Plan a Girls Getaway or Bridal Shower. Also a grooms bachelor party spa getaway. Call for details and reservations. 302 366-8005 800 339-0218 email bpatter318@aol.com.
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Debrena Jackson Gandy
Author of Sacred Pampering Principles BENEFITS OF THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE Be good to yourself when traveling. Pamper your body, senses and spirit in ways only possible at Black Spas. One of the services offered by Black Spas is the Therapeutic Massage. In Debrena Jackson Gandy's Book, "Sacred Pamper Principles: An African American Woman's Guide to Self-Care and Inner Renewal" (page 158-159), she outlines the following benefits from this service: Be good to yourself when traveling. Pamper your body, senses and spirit in ways only possible at Black Spas. One of the services offered by Black Spas is the Therapeutic Massage. In Debrena Jackson Gandy's Book, "Sacred Pamper Principles: An African American Woman's Guide to Self-Care and Inner Renewal" (page 158-159), she outlines the following benefits from this service:
Muscles gain elasticity and lose tenseness.
Red blood cells increase, as well as the amount of hemoglobin in the bloodstream.
Blood circulation is increased by the dilation of capillaries.
Lymph flow is increased. Lymph, which is a key player in the body's immune system is the bodily fluid that transports white blood cells.
Massage raises skin temperature between four and five degrees, and even higher among women. The expansion of capillaries increases the nourishment of the glands and superficial tissues, producing a visible improvement in the appearance, complexion and texture of the skin.
Peripheral nerves are soothed by gentle stroking. Nerve endings actually tingle.
The relaxing, sedative effect of general massage is the result of reflex responses of the central nervous system and may even produce sleep.
The toxic by-products of muscular exertion, which cause fatigue, are eliminated more quickly following massage.
Urine excretion is increased by general abdominal massage. The percentage of nitrogen and sodium chloride (salt) excreted is greater after massage.
Touch is powerful and it can't be substituted. The warmth of the hand, the energy exchange, the sensation of the contact, the stroking and kneading do so much for our overall health, vitality, and aliveness. I'd recommend a professional body massage once a month if possible.
Debrena Jackson Gandy, authored
Sacred Pampering Principles: An African American Woman's Guide to Self-Care and Inner Renewal
http://www.DebrenasWorld.com
206-878-8163
All the Joy You Can Stand: 101 Sacred Power Principles for Making Joy Real In Your Life
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Nashville, TN
Essense Day Spa
Founded in 2002, Keisha Beard & husband Gregory Beard got the inspirational idea to start a spa by renovating an old building that belonged to the family -- being close to Fisk University and noticing that there was no other spa in the area, they launched the first black-owned day spa in town; the owner has an eye for creating a classy holistic, therapeutic environment; relax with a wide range of facial, soak, manicure, pedicure and massage spa treatments and pricing packages provided by a professionally trained and licensed staff; enjoy the soft music and aromatic scents of the popular Meditation Room that guests enjoy before, between and after services book your appointment early; includes a 30 x 60 foot Essense Banquet Room used for spa parties and wedding receptions; Mon-Tue 10a-4p, Wed-Fri 9a-6p, Sat 9a-5p;http://www.essensedayspa.com Girls Getaway Locations In Baltimore Maryland 
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Baltimore, MD
Phoenix Risin’
Enter an art-filled house full of love, warmth and pampering; this three story Victorian townhouse in the heart of historic Bolton Hill; offers three rooms (La Petite Haiti, Sedona, Serengetti) beautifully decorated in an island, American West or African theme; breakfast choices include continental, big country, gourmet and vegan, massages, facials, manicures, and pedicures, computer, fax and copier services available; walking distance to Amtrak, MARC and Metrorail stations; http://www.phoenixrisin.com
KimEase Day Spa
At KimEase, care for the body is a fine art; services range from luxurious day spa treatments, to wellness training and services designed specifically for assisted living providers; offers a full range of luxury spa treatments, epilation and massage; all services provided by registered nurses; Mon-Sat 11a-7p;
Woodlawn, MD
Arlinda’s Place
A full service skin and body care salon that specializes in pampering; services include facials, aromatherapy, body massage, non-surgical facelift, paraffin treatment, waxing, makeup, manicure and pedicure; 2076 Lord Baltimore Drive; http://www.arlindasplace.com
Catonsville, MD
Signature Women's Fitness Center
A Christian-based and family-friendly health maintenance founded by Carroll Roberts in 1996; they specialize in aerobics and flexibility classes, personal training services, and even children's programs; those with sore joints should not miss the message therapist; although the fitness center does not emphasize competitive body-building, a former bodybuilding champion has worked out here; located in Westview Mall on US Route 40 West
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 Debrena Jackson Gandy is a national keynote speaker, seminar leader and author of Sacred Pampering Principles and All the Joy You Can Stand. She is owner of Masterminds, an organizational development consulting firm, and the Afroscentrics Boutique, an on-line products company. Debrena has been named an Outstanding Young Woman of America, in Who's Who Among Top Minority Executives, and to Who's Who Among Professional and Executive Women.
Debrena regularly appears in Essence and Oprah Winfrey's O magazine as a contributing writer. Her work has also appeared in Ebony, Upscale, Emerge, Today's Black Woman, New York Daily News, Chicago Defender, Dallas Morning News, and Atlanta Metro publications. She has appeared on numerous radio and TV programs including CSPAN, CNN, Lee Bailey's Radioscope and ABC Radio Networks. In the past, she was an Opening Night Keynote Speaker for the African American Women on Tour conferences and Founder/Executive Producer of a highly successful national women's empowerment retreat, For Sisters Only: Sharing, Healing & Renewal. Other past speaking engagements include Essence on the Mall Tour, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, National Forum of Black Public Administrators, National Dental Association, Black Writers on Tour, For Sisters Only Expo, and Expo for Today's Black Woman.
Debrena Jackson Gandy is a graduate of Pepperdine University and lives in Seattle, WA with her husband.
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Charlotte, NC
Ms. Elsie’s Caribbean Bed & Breakfast
Founded in 2000 by owner-chef Cheryl Watkins, the granddaughter of Ms. Elsie, this 5th generation of women in business has created a MUST VISIT inn; guests say it has contemporary elegance among her Peach Suite, Aloe Vera Room, Mango Suite and King Suite; lot of crystal & china, the sister can burn her fine three course Caribbean breakfasts; one delicious item on the menu is St. Maarten Creole' Pan Fried Salmon; this inn was named one of the "Best Bed and Breakfast in the South" by Turner South and earned acclaim from other local publications; she also makes arrangements for Honeymoon Packages, Day Spa & Golf Excursions; Girl's Night Out Packages; Caribbean Dance lessons, Limousines, Lunch & Dinner, Welcoming Tropical Floral & Fruit Arrangements; 334 North Sharon Amity Road near Randolph Road in Southeast Charlotte; http://www.mselsies.com
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SPAS
Dallas, TX
Love Thyself Day Spa
Five treatment rooms with an open area for group spa parties, gatherings; has a nice hideaway sanctuary feel to it; spa treatments are offered for male and female clients by therapists registered with the State of Texas; services include Facials, Skin Peel Exfoliation, Microdermabrasion, Massage Therapy, Body Treatments & Steam Therapy, Ozonated Steam Therapy, Colon Therapy, Cellulite, Weight Loss & Detoxification, Ion Cleanse Detoxification, Manicures & Pedicures, Hair Removal; http://www.lovethyselfdayspa.com
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