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Valentine's for under $20 2008-02-07 02:52:00 Hmm yes I know what you are thinking....cheap. Am I right? But some of the most romantic things I have experienced have been those long on thought and short on the $$So yes you could do the whole 12 dozen roses, starlight dinner on deserted island and diamond necklace, but your partner might just appreciate the following...Here is our top 3...1. Spend the money on the great wine and get the view for free. Sunset at the lookout on Mt Tamborine or watching the surf from Burleigh Headlands, both are sensational places for downing a bottle.2. A small gift pack with bath salts, massage oil and chocolates. Run her a bath, feed her chocolates and a back massage usually goes down well.3. Chick flick movie and popcorn...yes forgo the guns and bloodshed, take some tissues and watch a chick flick mos Read more:Valentine
Lush hair treatment 2008-02-05 17:36:00 If you hair is a frizzy mess after all this wet weather, here's the perfect way to turn it into shiny, smoothe locks....Take a tablespoon macadamia nut oil and gently heat. Drop in 5 mls (around half a teaspoon) of your favourite essential oil (I love geranium for my dry hair).Part your hair, and start applying the oil to the ends.Then take around 3 tablespoons of your normal conditioner and apply all over your hair and scalp. Massage right through, pop on a shower cap and leave for 20 minutes. Shampoo and condition as normal.Dead easy...Do you have a favourite recipe for nourishing your hair? Feel free to leave your tips here!
The perfect drink 2008-01-31 14:20:00 If you have been searching for the perfect drink that tastes wonderful, is healthy, has few calories and makes your body look great, then I have found it.It is simply watermelon juice. All through Asia it is readily available and a great thirst quencher for when you are tired of drinking water. (I know as a therapist I'm not meant to say I get sick of drinking water, but I do).And the beautiful part is that it is low in calories (fat free!) whilst giving a good hit of nutrients to your body. It is loaded with vitamins A, B6, and C!Vitamin A is important for your eyes and boosts the immune system.Vitamin B6 is used by your body to manufacture seortonin (which makes us feel calm and relaxed).Vitamin C also enhances your immune system while protecting your body from free radicals.Watermelon i
No title 2008-01-29 01:59:00 Time has a habit of slipping away quickly. So I realised when I looked at this blog just how slack I have been. Time last year got chewed up running the business, raising a son (and boyfriend!) and just generally life.But then I went away for 6 glorious weeks overseas and suddenly I had time to spend two hours in a day spa (instead of sneaking in a half hour massage, spending the whole time thinking of all the phone messages I would need to reply to at the end). It wasn't so much the massage or any of the lush treatments I enjoyed (although the Vietnamese four hands was divine), just the sheer luxury of time with nothing to do but be pampered!So this year, my resolution is to take the time. Steal it, sneak it, earn it....some how to squirrel it away to retain my sanity.
Top 5 reasons why a massage is better than chocolate 2007-08-26 15:52:00 Five great reasons why a massage is better
than chocolate A massage has zero calories, and is fat and sugar free. Chocolate can't unlock the muscles in your neck or ease the pain in your lower back. It is socially acceptable to indulge in a three hour massage. A 3 hour chocolate feast is something to be done in private. Massage improves the texture of your skin, leaving you with healthier better nourished skin. A great massage usually lasts at least an hour. A block of Swiss dark chocolate lasts around 5 minutes in our house
Get Ready For Spring 2007-08-20 22:07:00 The jasmine is coming out, there is warmth in the sunshine and it's starting to feel that spring is just around the corner.At Ripple we love Spring
as it's a time to rejuvenate and shake off the winter chill.There are many springtime rituals around the world that celebrate the end of winter. In India, the Holi Festival includes the throwing of paint, either as powder or paint filled balloons. The streets are filled with people covered in colour.The Japanese celebrate spring in the Setsuban Festival with the throwing of beans to get rid of evil spirits.And spring festivals in China, held around Chinese New Year, include lots of firecrackers and dancing dragons.At Ripple, we don't throw beans or paint, or set off fire crackers during your massage, but celebrate Spring in a different way. Ou
20 of the world's best anti ageing breakthroughs. 2007-07-13 22:05:00 Sleep...ah yes, I remember the days of having ten hours of uninterrupted sleep and waking up feeling totally refreshed. For many of us that feeling seems to only happen when we take a break on holidays.New Woman Magazine this month has found some of the next best things to rejuvenate the spirit and keep us feeling younger. One of these was the Ripple Hot Stone Massage...New Woman Magazine, August 2007Age Delay - From wrinkle free snacks to vinegar smoothies, we've found 20 of the world's best anti ageing breakthroughs.Forget size 0, the latest phenomenon occupying the minds of thirty-something women is Age-orexia.These days, hitting the pause button on aging is simple thanks to sophisticated skincare solutions and an assortment of quick, non-invasive treatments that guarantee a younger you
Exquisite Hot Stones 2007-06-20 21:26:00 It's pouring with rain, the fire is on and winter has arrived!This time of year our most popular massage is our hot stone and its easy to see why.Imagine warm balls of heated oil slowly sliding down your back and you have a good idea of why our guests love it.The stones are used in two ways.Volcanic stones are heated and placed along the chakras of your back, warming tense muscles and providing a deep sense of relaxation. This is great if you are stressed (and who isn't at the end of the financial year!) and for chronic tension in the lower back and between the shoulder blades.At the same time smooth rounded stones are warmed, coated in aromatherapy oils, and used directly on the skin as part of the massage.Hot Stones
have been used throughout history in many different cultures. The Ancie
Around the world with Ripple Massage 2007-05-05 18:48:00 One of our guests said the other day, "I don't need to go on an around the world trip, I just book a massage with Ripple
!"We had a look at our massage styles and realised she might just be right.From Russian to Hawaiian KaHuna, Chinese Reflexology to Indian Head Massage
, there are massage styles here for you that span the globe.The best part about each new style is that you get to experience new, unique ways of being massaged and pampered.And each massage style also comes with its own philosophy and beliefs.For example the philosophy of the Hawaiian Ka Huna is grounded in seven life principles that are as much a part of your massage as the techniques we use.My favourite principle is Aloha, which means to love is to be happy with ...And Chinese reflexology massage (included in every Ripple
KaHuna Massage 2007-04-06 18:59:00 It feels like the Easter Bunny came early this year and left lots of gorgeous new massages styles for us!At Ripple we love to try and learn new massages and this month was a big one.As a result, there are a few new Ka Huna massage addicts amongst our guests. If you haven't tried this style, this is one of the lushest, most gorgeous, beautiful styles of massage.Embracing the spirit of Hawaii, it is a style of massage that is unlike any other - full sweeping strokes that massage your whole body in the one move. Some of the ravings from our guests who have had one are here and as well as more information on the style.Also, nothing beats a great scalp and face massage (well that is what our guests tell us) and the Indian Head massage is another new massage that is designed send you to a state Read more:Massage
Valentines Massages...love with Ripple 2007-02-05 19:22:00 One of our favourite days of the year is fast approaching...combine chocolate, cupid, a massage and lots of romance and you have the perfect recipe for a great Valentines
Day...A few of you have started planning ahead already. We love the bloke who booked a couples Valentine's massage for his girlfriend way back in October - he certainly got a few admirers amongst the Ripple
staff and several "lucky girlfriend" comments.It's not too late to start planning though...there are still a spots available for you for a couples massage on Feb 14th, as well as places on the weekend before and after.Apparently the most expensive Valentine card ever sent was in 1891 to a woman by an Indian Prince in London. It was surrounded by diamonds and set in carved in ivory and cost $500,000. Our Top 5 for Vale
Easy and enjoyable New Years Resolutions 2007-01-01 19:25:00 Happy New Year!I hope that Santa was kind to you and that over the holiday break you have been able to have a little time out to relax and watch the world go by...At Ripple, we like to make things easy and enjoyable for you.At Ripple we are full of great tips of how your New YearsResolutions
can be something you enjoy doing.If your goal is to get healthy, lose weight, stop smoking or take better care of yourself, there are ideas here on how Ripple Massage can help. And for those who have overindulged during the holiday season, one of our herbal teas may help (the hangover one works a treat!)Also, the markets are on again this Sunday if you are looking for an inexpensive day out on Tamborine Mountain These are a perfect way for you to get the kids out and about without spending a fortune,
Tis the season to party and spoil the one you love... 2006-12-20 19:43:00 At Ripple we find our best holiday memories are those that cost little money. You might like to have a peek at our Top 5 Free Things to Do on Tamborine Mountain (as well as some almost-free things) to give you some ideas...Ripple's Top Five Free Things-to-do on Tamborine Mountain1. Walk in a rainforest amongst the palms and strangler figs. Our favourite is the Knoll circuit (down the end of Long Rd, North Tamborine) where we often see the Albert lyre bird, kookaburras, brush turkeys and small wallabies.2. Watch the hangliders take off at Main Western Road on the weekends.3. Stroll around the Tamborine Mtn Showground markets (second Sunday of every month) and enjoy the free entertainment. Starts at 8 am.4. See the sun set from a number of vantage points along Main Western Rd5. Dip your fee
Ripple Massage goes Pink for Breast Cancer Research 2006-10-05 20:21:00 Many of us have a friend, family member, co worker or acquaintance who has been affected by breast cancer. RippleMassage
is supporting the National BreastCancer
Foundation in their aim to raise enough money to find a cure.From now until Christmas, Ripple Massage will donate $10 from every two hour massage package booked in the Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast (yes we are expanding!) and Mt Tamborine regions. This is an easy way to support a great cause and also a way to get together with girlfriends for a day of pampering, for hens party massage or perhaps indulge yourself with a massage with all the lovely day spa extras. The donation also extends to massage gift certificates for the two hour packages purchased from now up until Christmas. An easy Christmas present that is sure to Read more:Research
Exfoliation - the smooth thing 2008-03-20 17:46:00 Cleopatra did it. Paris does it. Even David Beckham does it.Hmm I'm not sure what you are thinking but we are talking about exfoliation. The ancient Egyptians are said to be the first to use exfoliating skin techniques. Kings and queens used alabaster and pumice to remove blemishes and rough spots to make their skin smooth
.As your skin ages, dead cells on the top are constantly sloughed off to make way for new ones.Removing these every so often keeps the skin looking young and takes away the dried spots that can build up.The other great side benefit of exfoliating is that it stimulates the lymphatic system which gets rid of all the toxins in your body. Great if you have had one too many big nights out.There are lots of ways to exfoliate your skin.I haven't tried the Egyptian alabaster tech
Let us know what you think! 2008-05-11 00:12:00 At Ripple we value what you think
.Please click the link here to undertake our quick online survey. All entrants can choose to go into the draw to win a free 2 hour massage.Thanks again for your time!Kindest Regards - Alison0438 567 906
Polenta and Yoghurt Scrub for exfoliation 2008-05-04 00:45:00 There are all sorts of things in kitchen cupboards and the fridge that can be used for a cleansing and refreshing facial.This is one of my favourites brought back from Thailand. Can be used full body or on the face.Mix together one tablespoon polenta with two tablespoon of yoghurt.Rub the paste gently on your skin, starting at the chin and working up into the cheeks and forehead. Will leave your f
The Word Free 2008-04-11 00:26:00 The word "Free"Most people love the word free - and at Ripple the month of May is being dedicated to this word!So here are six ways we are celebrating what you receive free when you book a massage or beauty package with us.1. Free massage for you - When you book a massage or gift certificate for your Mum before Mothers Day (May 11th), you automatically go into the draw to win the same massage or b
Instant Tan 2008-01-11 00:37:00 At Ripple we understand that sometimes it is challenging to work, be a Mum/wife/girlfriend and somehow make time for ourselves. Often those things we love to do can get left behind.I was looking for a spray tan service the other day that would come to me, give me instant colour for a dinner on the weekend and polish my nails at the same time.I couldn't find one so decided to expand what we do at R
For skin smoother than Tony Bennet's voice 2008-05-17 04:03:00 At Ripple we love great beauty tips that are easy, save time and money.Here is the quickest way for a great exfoliation cream with all the ingredients already in your home.Take one of our lotions...Or you can use any body cream you might have hanging around your bathroom cupboard.If your cupboard is anything like mine you will have over 46 half used jars of various lotions.Add some oatmeal or grou Read more:smoother
Petrol $0 a litre 2008-05-26 16:35:00 Petrol $0 a litre
With petrol prices souring higher than Celine Dion’s voice, there are many benefits in booking a massage or beauty service that comes to you.Ripple massage and beauty is one of the few businesses that is benefiting from the recent surges in the price at the bowser.“Everyone is looking to save money these days, and the first thing that people look at is how much petrol they are Read more:Petrol
Meditation 2008-06-01 20:44:00 Meditation is one of the easiest and most effective ways of reducing stress.As it calms your mind, your body will start to release tension and relax. It is also a direct line to happiness.Below are three very simple meditations that are easy for those who have not meditated before or have been meditating for a while.The best time to meditate is when you just wake up, when your mind is fresh and th Read more:Meditation
Affirmations 2008-06-01 20:39:00 Affirmations are a deceptively simple device that can used by anyone. Try to use this method whilst in the meditative state, when you are sitting at the traffic lights or when you are brushing your teeth. I have them set as my screen saver which pops up a couple of times a day.An affirmation is simply a phrase summing up how you want to be.To make affirmations effective they should be made in the Read more:Affirmations
Mindfulness 2008-06-01 20:35:00 Mindfulness is one of the quickest and easiest ways to reduce stress.It's aim is to bring you into the present, reduce your mind chatter and minimise tension caused from the past or imagined events in the future. Simply you bring yourself into the present. You can also use this technique during your massage to calm your mind and make the most out of your massage. Call us today to book or for more Read more:Mindfulness
Making pain a person 2008-06-22 17:26:00 I heard the words every parent dreads last Friday..."your son has been in an accident."There is an instant clutch at your heart and the words "Is he okay" automatically come out.Fortunately, in spite of being in a bad school bus crash at Coomera, he came away from it with a broken arm and fractured shoulder. Not great for him, but the mantra "it could have been so much worse" has been repeated to Read more:person
Do you have 12 Friends? 2008-07-03 17:47:00 Do you have 12 friends? 12 friends and a massage... that's all it takes to give a girl an education in Vietnam. Ripple Massage and Beauty has set up its 12 Friends
Project where Ripple will donate $10 from every 2 or 3 hour massage package towards a girls education in Hoi An, Vietnam. It only costs AUD $120 to cover the school fees, additional tuition, uniforms, insurance, text books, stationery
The big C - yes communication 2008-07-18 02:51:00 I go to a lot of seminars...am a bit of an information junkie on how to make Ripple better for everyone.It's not only how well we massage (though that is important!) but also how well we communicate with you to make our customer service the best in the business.Soooo, this led us to attending a website seminar out in Beaudesert last night.Now before you snooze off, it was acutally really really in Read more:communication
Did Optus stress you out today? 2008-07-15 02:34:00 At Ripple, we can't make your phone or internet work, but we can take away a little of your tension and headaches.So to all Optus Qld customers who lost contact with the rest of the world today, we are offering you $20 off any of our 2 or 3 hour massage packages.Valid for the next 24 hours (until 5pm Wed 16th).So maybe take a deep breath, give us a call on 0438 567 906 (yes we are with Optus so we Read more:stress
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