The sun-bed also called the tanning-bed fulfills the main purpose of catching up on some instant sun  for a golden tan and also a good dosage of the very much needed vitamin D.

You can use the sun bed to obtain a gradual feel good tan, deepen your tan or maintain your current tan.

A golden tan skin always looks good. There are a few important factors that go into looking your best: A trendy wardrobe, a fit body, great looking hair, white teeth, and a golden tan. And the sun bed allows you to get your fast tan at any given time of the day or night.

There’s a bit of stir going on about how sun beds can cause cancer but we all know too much of anything has its repercussions. Likewise the sun bed entails  its indirect adverse effect but not under a vigil watch.

Why use the sun bed?

The sun  emits Ultra Violet (UV) rays namely A, B & C. UVC is the most harmful and does not reach the earth as its absorbed by the upper atmosphere. UVB & UVA  reach the atmosphere.UVB contains more energy and is stronger than UVA  and can cause skin damage such as age spots, freckles & hyper pigmentation which leads to sunburn.

The tanning lamps in the sun bed produce UVA & UVB rays but go a step further  and regulate to produce more UVA rays when you can’t control the sun!  This prevents overexposure ,a common sunbathing holiday mistake and for a safer and comfortable tanning experience.

The UVA rays are found throughout the day and year and causes the release of existing melanin from the melanocytes to combine with oxygen (oxidize) to create the actual tan color in the skin.

Tanning is healthy!

Did you know according to The Sun bed Association, 7% of the UK’s adult population uses a sun bed? And 70% of people want to be tanned?

There are people out there arguing that tanning is risky and bad for your health. Tanning is healthy! If you pace yourself and avoid getting a sun burn, your golden tan will be an important component of your overall health.

Among being able to give you a sun kissed feel great look great tan the sun bed provides you a ample amount of vitamin D that has been found insufficient in our day to day lives. The current trend of our lifestyles tend to keep us indoors for longer hours and away from our natural vitamin D source – the sun.

Sarah – Kate Templeton, Health Editor of Sunday Times says, “Long working hours and the trend for children to play indoors on computers have also reduced exposure to sunlight“. She further mentions, “Family doctors are prescribing the vitamin, normally activated by the body by sunlight, to combat conditions ranging from aches and tiredness to diabetes arthritis & multiple sclerosis“. A one more reason why you should catch up on the rays from time to time.

The Elle Decoration Magazine, June 2011 states.”Even if a gap in the British cloud allows a glimpse of the sun, chances are we are not outside often enough to get the vitamin D we need for strong bones – The Department of Health Says 50 percent of us are deficient“.

The Harvard School of Public Health writes,” Being “D-ficient” may increase the risk of a host of chronic diseases, such as osteoporosis, heart disease, some cancers, and multiple sclerosis, as well as infectious diseases, such as tuberculosis and even the seasonal flu.”

Gradual monitored use of the sun bed also preps your skin for outside exposure to sudden strong sunlight as the UVA rays temper the skin to withstand the sunburn from the direct sun.

Tanning is also said to elevate your mood by making you relaxed through the production of endorphins which are happy hormones.  Research published in the April 2006 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology suggests that frequent users of tanning beds may become addicted to these endorphins.

“This might explain why some people appear to be hooked on sunbathing and why frequent users of tanning beds say they experience a positive mood change or are more relaxed after a session,” says coauthor Steven Feldman, a professor of dermatology at Wake Forest University School of Medicine.

Tanning is also helpful in easing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) which are the winter blues or a semi depression mode experienced by people during the darker months. In addition to alleviating a dark mood, tanning is also advisable  for conditions such as eczema as it has been treated by light therapy.

Before you use a sun bed

- Make sure you are above 18 years of age: On 8 April 2011, the Sun beds (Regulation) Act 2010 came into force in England and Wales. The main purposes of the Act are to prevent the use of sun beds on commercial business premises by children and young people under the age of 18.

- Know how to switch it off
- Protect your lips with sunscreen or lip balm
- Wear protective eye goggles
- Do not use any outdoor tanning lotion
- Remove contact lenses as the UV lights would draw out moisture and reduce the longevity of the lens ‘s life.  And remove body & facial cosmetics.
- Read the information or listen to the introductory session that the tanning salon provides before using a sun bed for the first time. This information describes how to safely use the equipment and the risks associated with using sun beds.

Do Not Use
- If you have a childhood history of getting excessively sun burnt
- You have fair sensitive skin that does not tan in sunlight
- If you are under any photosensitive drugs
- lf you are pregnant, consult a doctor before use

4 Tips to build a gradual golden tan
- Before using a sun bed get to know your skin type
- Visit 2 -3 times a week to temper your skin, your tan will begin to deepen after 3 – 5 sessions
- Have a gap of 36 – 48 hours between sessions allowing your tan to fully develop
- Use the timer to make sure that you are not getting too much exposure in a single session. About 20 minutes per session is sufficient.

Click here to make a booking for sun bed at Büty Salon.

Mal is a British pioneer in the area of emotional release through body work. He has been invited to The Connection Conference in  Netherlands, Rotterdam at the  Spiritual Centre Djoj, to present, ‘Secrets of Female Sexuality’ on Sunday the  4th December 2011. Mal is a Tantra teacher, born in Sri Lanka and brought up in London in a Buddhist perspective. Who has also studied in various accredited institutes under pioneers & experts earning him CTE certificate, making him the first Certified Tantra Educator in the UK.

Semi Permanent Make-Up that doesn’t run or smudge, but it will stay perfect for you from dusk till dawn. Using state of the art technology and mineral pigments to complement you hair colour and skin tone together we will define and enhance your facial features including eyes, lips and eyebrows.

Choose from a gorgeous selection of eyeliner treatments for example; the only way to combat the dreaded ‘panda’ eyes after a dip in the pool. From the subtle eyelash definer to a thicker, more dramatic look together we will also choose the perfect finish and ensure you go through Summer, wherever you are, looking and feeling fantastic!

Places are filling up fast for the summer season. Call today to book your appointment for your perfectly applied Semi Permanent Make-Up Treatment.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

What is a Corporate Massage?

The Corporate or ‘Seated Chair’ Massage is a short stress reducing massage, lasting approximately 10-15 minutes. The massage targets areas of tension in the upper body and is performed by a specially trained therapist.  There is no need to remove any items of clothing and no creams/oils are used. This means that the massage does not disrupt the working day and is ideal for a quick lunchtime break pick-me-up in the office.

As well as our core office massage treatments we offer a full range of services that reward, recharge and provide incentives for staff. This really is a fantastic and forward thinking opportunity for your business to take care of it’s employees!

Why choose Corporate Massage?
•    The session is performed at your location so no time is lost in travel, the client is fully clothed and this type of massage can be performed at the desk.
•    Chair Massage is non-intrusive
•     No special equipment is required
•    No oil or cream is used during the session.
•    In just 5- 15 minutes, the client can experience complete relaxation through the release of stress and tension.
•    Specialist trained therapists who really understand massage and can perform short massage with optimum results.
•    Special attention is focused on the 7 most common high stress areas including the scalp, neck, shoulders, back, arms, hands and feet.
•    The client’s appearance is not disturbed so they can return to work immediately.

How can we help?

We devise and deliver on-site wellness services tailored to suit your business, your needs and your budget. We work to bring sustainable benefits that are cost effective and affordable.

What are the advantages to your business?

Progressive businesses are increasingly providing the opportunity for employees to take the time out to relax during the business day due to its positive impact on worker productivity and performance.

Pricing and How to Book

We offer two packages with just one simple price – £60 per hour

Five Minute Feel Good Massage – As the name suggests this massage lasts for approximately five minutes and acts as a mini-boost for staff. This is a seated massage that  targets the areas that hold tension and although it is a short massage the person to person contact involved in this massage releases natural  ‘feel good’  chemicals in the body, such as endorphins, serotonin and dopamine, that will leave your staff members feeling revitalised. At only £60 per hour, staff can be treated at just £5 each making this an effective and cost efficient option for many businesses

Büty Salon Signature Well-being Massage - A 15  minute massage.  The Signature massage delivers a unique back and shoulder massage, designed to alleviate stress, fatigue and soreness.  Like our other massage services it is designed to boost the emotional and spiritual well-being of the recipient and will not cause drowsiness. It offers a more intensive massage than our shorter service

To book:
Web booking: http://www.Butysalon.co.uk/shop/mobile-massage-on-site-office-massage/
Telephone: 020 7731 4080
E-booking: Butysalonmobilebookings@gmail.com

Why will employees like On Site Massage?
•    Relief from aching muscles
•    Soothing nerves
•    Increased mental clarity
•    Reduction of stress and tension
•    Employees gain a sense of appreciation and worth in the workplace

Web booking: http://www.Butysalon.co.uk/shop/mobile-massage-on-site-office-massage/
Telephone: 020 7731 4080
E-booking: Butysalonmobilebookings@gmail.com

We can provide ongoing on-site and office massage services and can organise everything from individual office massage days, to monthly office massage teams.

The Corporate Therapists
Our team of therapists are experienced and qualified. You can expect the very best in terms service and delivery.

Why choose office massage and office treatments?

Regular office massages alleviate pressure and release tension. Forward thinking companies’ budget to incorporate their wellness initiatives – in the longer term costs are saved through increased concentration in the office and a cut in stress related down time.

Numerous government studies quantify the savings made, and we work with every company we work for to gather feedback for Human Resources, market the service internally and provide a reliable, cost effective service.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee

If you are not happy with Büty Salon corporate massage then we will refund your money.
We must ask questions of you, regarding the cause of your dissatisfaction.

If we have caused dissatisfaction, we want to rectify the situation more than anyone else.

If we cannot resolve the issue or it is ‘beyond repair’, ‘too little too late’ we will refund your money plus pay you 10% of the cost back without hesitation.

What our clients say about our service

“During fashion week the booking agents and models work such long hours and having this fantastic ‘at desk massage service was an absolute necessity, as well as a wonderful treat! The masseurs were incredibly aware of what we needed, and everyone came away from it feeling recharged and refreshed. We look forward to having another session with them soon.”- Katy Moseley, Global Press Officer, Next model Management

Book three consecutive corporate massage sessions and receive a £100 worth of vouchers to use in salon in Hammersmith or Fulham*

*terms and conditions apply

We are happy to share our pioneering unique service with other Health and Beauty Salons or Complimentary Therapists, allowing them to focus on providing excellent treatments while we answer the phones, take bookings and process clients for you at your own reception with our Remote Reception service.

Our Unique Selling point is that, unlike a call centre where the service is limited to answering calls and making bookings, we offer a much more comprehensive package, including greeting your client at the door of your premises, opening and closing your reception door, processing the booking and buzzing the therapist to inform them of client arrival, all with the security of knowing we are keeping an eye on the reception via 24/7 remote CCTV.

Some of the benefits of using our service are as follows:

a.    ENHANCE CUSTOMER RELATIONS

Because callers can immediately connect with you, they can transact business without delay. This eliminates wasted calls. It gives your customers quick access to the information they require, thus resulting in improved relationships, and being able to make instant bookings. Because clients can reach your business easily and instantly, their perception of your company is enhanced. This results in more customers, more bookings, and more revenue.

b.    IMPROVE  EFFICIENCY

A call centre allows staff to deal with more customers at any given time efficiently, especially during peak times, making customers satisfied and happy. This translates to a greater overall cost effective business.

c.    MINIMIZE EXPENSES

There is no need to hire additional personnel or install extra phone lines to meet caller volumes during peak times or during a special promotional event. Büty Virtual Reception can be provided at a very low cost, to suit your needs.

d.    DISPLAY STATISTICS

In an ordinary helpdesk, your business cannot track the number of calls you receive each day, how many of these calls were positively resolved, how many callers do not result in bookings, etc. A call centre makes these statistics readily available so you can take measures in order to improve your business. With this statistical data, it is easy to see patterns and improve performance.

e.    BETTER COMMUNICATION HANDLING

A call centre, aside from handling live calls, can also process e-mails. In addition, it can handle fax, web-based queries, web-cam conferencing, Instant Messaging, and other means of communication for your company. Importantly, it can also safely monitor your business via remote CCTV. In the past we found a number of bookings were lost due to neglected e-mail bookings as we focussed our on-site receptionists on telephone enquiries and arriving clients but now our call centre in Sri Lanka processes our calls and emails extremely efficiently. We answer almost all calls within 3 rings, resulting in hardly any voice messages. We also reply to all on-line bookings within 2 hrs.

f.     DOOR ENTRY SERVICE

We are now developing a Remote Door Entry System. We keep our salon doors closed at all times with a remote telephone – bell fitted outside. When the client arrives he or she rings the front door bell, and our remote staff can answer the door, check client identity via our CCTV, greet the client and ask them to take a seat until the therapist is free to take them in for the treatment. Our staff will then open and close the door remotely and will keep an eye on the reception for any client comfort and needs. Our remote staff will then buzz the appropriate therapist to inform her of client arrival and process the booking.

Pilot study for Büty – Virtual Receptionist

We recently started a successful pilot operation for Büty Salon, located in Sri Lanka, called Büty – Virtual Receptionist (BVR).Following is a description of the problems we experienced over the last 15 years of being in the Health and Beauty business, and how we managed to resolve these issues with our new scheme.

1. To stay in business during the recent recession we were trying to find ways to cut our salon overheads and provide a better service to the customer, enabling us to remain competitive in the market and increase our turnover with increased bookings.

a. We are still in business, with reduced overheads, achieved by not having full time, on site reception cover, and being able to answer over 99% of telephone calls within 3 rings. This enables us to consistently take bookings instantly by phone, also answering client queries, processing e-mail bookings and web enquiries with a matter of minutes.

2. We previously had 2 full time receptionists covering our salons’ long opening hours. Their duties were to open and close the salon, answer telephone calls, take bookings, greet clients when they arrive, process bookings and inform our therapists when clients arrived. Our observations revealed that the average percentage of productivity during working hours was less than 20%. The remaining 80% of work time would be spent on chat lines, browsing the internet or playing online games, all of which is completely non-productive, and cost Büty Salon nearly £20,000 pa

a. Our level of bookings has increased, resulting in turnover, with no onsite reception staff costs, increasing by £20,000 pa

3. On some occasions our receptionists could not come to work in time to open the salon due to bad weather, lack of efficient public transport or strikes, running late in the morning or being sick and not being able to come to work at all. This kept both other staff members and clients waiting outside the salon, not being able to gain access until our replacement staff arrived.

a. Our Remote Door Entry system is able to open the door for our clients and ask them to take a seat inside the salon, until our staffs arrives without them having to stand outside the salon in the cold or rain

b. Our staff can inform us by dialing a local number, connected to our Sri Lankan office, that they are running late etc. Our staff in Sri Lanka commence work at 7am UK time (Sri Lanka being over 5hrs ahead of UK time)

c. We can also call or text clients to inform them of the situation,  rearrange the appointment, or arrange replacement cover well in advance etc

4. Previously when one of our therapists fell ill and was unable to come to work or ran late they were not able to communicate with us in sufficient time to rearrange the diary, inform clients or provide replacement staff first thing in the morning

a. As above, it is now much easier to communicate with all parties well in time to provide what’s needed due to our new office staff being remote.

5. When the salon doors were left open even with a receptionist on site, on a few occasions we had unwanted guests, drunkards, thieves etc entering the salon and this made both our female staff and clients uncomfortable.

a. New remote door entry system, provides us with a new level of security and control in operating our business, ensuring the safety of both staff and clients, also with an added 24/7 CCTV system

6. We found when the receptionists were busy serving clients during peak times, they could not answer the phones, leaving calls to go to voice mail and at this point many clients choose to terminate the call and we lose the potential client or appointment.

The reception is the first point of contact for any business and research carried out in 1999 shows:

a. 70% of all calls that go to an answering machine are terminated, with loss of business and only 20% of these call back while the rest go elsewhere for business

(http://fic.wharton.upenn.edu/fic/papers/03/0312.pdf)

b. During peak times (10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm) more than one call can come at any given time, so it is important to have more than one person answering calls at these times, preventing calls going to voice mail. This is also the case during a promotion or special event, when telephone traffic is likely to be heavy.

c. With our new system we now answer 99% of all telephone calls within 3 rings, and have dedicated telephone and web coverage to cover all our peak times.

For further information on Buty Virtual Reception service, please contact

Mal Weeraratne

E-mail: butysalon@aol.com

Büty Salon clients now have the following options to make a booking

Büty Salon Hammersmith Branch

Büty Salon Fulham Branch

95 Iffley Road

765 Fulham Road

London

London

W6 0PD

SW6 5HA

Telephone Bookings -

020 8748 1247

Telephone Bookings -

020 7731 4080

e-Bookings -

Butysalonhammersmithbookings@gmail.com

e-Bookings -

Butysalonfulhambookings@gmail.com

Web Bookings -

www.butysalon.co.uk/hammersmith_bookings

Web Bookings -

www.butysalon.co.uk/fulham_bookings

The Face of Fulham campaign ran for 8 weeks revealing its winner on 28 February 2011 after she received the highest number of ‘likes’ by online voters, a total of 127.  Lucy, based in St. Albans is delighted with her £30 gift voucher to redeem against any treatment at the salon and looks forward to a day or two of luxury pampering.

The online Facebook competition which began at the beginning of January 2011 attracted 29 entrants whilst online voters or friends could submit a ‘like’ or vote against an entry.

Lucy who is also a singer and songwriter for various dance music producers since 2005 has been busy with her own promotional activity distributing her music online and raising her profile for a record deal.   Lucy also works part time within the account departments at The Solar Centre Ltd in St. Albans.

Büty Salon is due to run another campaign during July and August of this year, searching for 2 winners, The Face of Fulham and The Face of Hammersmith 2011.

To be in with a chance, please check the Büty Salon website and Facebook page for more details of the competition and competition launch dates.

Join our Facebook page:

www.facebook/Butysalon.co.uk

How can On-site Massage help you?

Massage can have a beneficial effect on helping reduce your employee’s stress levels, repetitive strain injuries whilst enhancing their  performance and motivation.  Delivered direct to your business our office massage service can help in building a culture of well being at work and provide a really cost effective solution to today’s employment issues.

What makes chair massage different?

The session is performed at your location so no time is lost in travel, the client is fully clothed and this type of massage can be performed at the desk.

• Chair Massage is non-intrusive
• No special equipment is required
• No oil or cream is used during the session
• In just 10- 20 minutes, the client can experience complete relaxation through the release of stress and tension
• Specialist trained therapists who really understand massage and can perform a short massage with optimum results
• Special attention is focused on the 7 most common high stress areas including the scalp, neck, shoulders, back, arms, hands and feet.

The client’s appearance is not disturbed so they can return to work immediately.

Why will employees like On Site Massage?

• Relief from aching muscles
• Soothing nerves
• Increased mental clarity
• Reduction of stress and tension
• Employees gain a sense of appreciation and worth in the workplace

At Büty Salon we have a team of trained and experienced therapists ready to start work. If it’s a lunchtime de-stress session, a corporate event, exhibition or regular massage service, we can tailor the package to suit you, from the very simple to the more complex scenario with multiple therapists. Our online booking service makes accessing the treatments simple. Visit our website and book today to discover the benefits and put us to the test.

This technique is designed to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the fibres of the muscles, tendons and fascia. The Deep Tissue Massage offers a therapeutic treatment that represents excellent value for money. A highly skilled Büty Salon massage therapist will apply specialist techniques to ‘loosen’ a muscle while releasing deeply-held patterns of tension, removing toxins, whilst simultaneously relaxing and soothing the muscle. This treatment is both corrective and therapeutic.

Why get a Deep Tissue Massage?

Not only does deep tissue massage feel good but it is also beneficial to your health when muscles are stressed, they block oxygen and nutrients, leading to inflammation that builds up toxins in the muscle tissue. A deep-tissue massage helps loosen muscle tissues, release toxins from muscles and get blood and oxygen circulating properly. Because many toxins are released, it’s important to drink plenty of water after a deep-tissue session to help eliminate these toxins from the body.

The Therapist Even Comes to You

At Büty Salon we feel that a client should be given the chance to enjoy a massage in the comfort and privacy of their own surroundings, which is why we have introduced our mobile massage service.

- Imagine waking up in the morning and going to bed at the end of a full day with the perfect eyeliner, lip colour, lip liner and eyebrows.

- Imagine looking the way you want to, all day, working, relaxing, swimming, on the beach, whatever the time, whatever the weather?

- Imagine getting out of bed with beautiful features without having to fuss on busy mornings with expensive cosmetics.

- Imagine no extra time spent applying makeup, freedom from smudges, and eliminated trips with money saved on buying make-up products. Welcome to the reality of both permanent and semi-permanent make-up.

Put your trust in the experts, and imagine what semi-permanent makeup could do for you today.

Semi permanent makeup is an established aesthetic treatment where pure mineral pigments are delicately applied within the skin’s dermis. As a pure product, no fragrances or other ingredients are used and it is hypo-allergenic, so a very low risk of reacting with your body.

The most popular treatments we offer are;

Eyebrows

-        Colour Dust Eyebrows

-        Hair Stroke Eyebrows

Eyes

-        Eyelash Enhancement (Top)

-        Eyelash Enhancement (Top & Bottom)

-        Eyeliner (Top)

-        Eyeliner (Top & Bottom)

Lips

-        Lip Liner

-        Lip Blush

-        Full Lip Tint / Colour (‘Lipstick’)

Colour Boost from 12-18 months

Camouflage

Permanent make-up is very widely used around the world and has proven to be a safe and effective beauty skin treatment as well as receiving medical approval. The pigment will stay between 2-4 years. An almost unlimited numbers of colours are available for you to choose from, to compliment your natural skin tones and eye colour and the choice is yours to make .We work together with you until you get the look you truly desire. It all begins with a thorough consultation to choose your ideal colors and select definitions. Careful measurements are taken and guiding curves drawn onto your face.

Only when you are fully happy with the colours and curves will the permanent make-up technology be applied. The result is a natural, balanced enhancement to your appearance.

The client sits in a standard chair, perhaps even at their desk.  No oils are used and the client remains fully clothed throughout the massage. There is no disruption caused to other workers or the work environment. Each session normally lasts 20 minutes and takes place in any available space.

What are Benefits of on-site massage?

Benefits to the individual

• Relaxes muscles, releases tension and eases aches and pains
• Can help reduce the likelihood of RSI (repetitive strain injuries)
• Alleviates symptoms of stress such as headaches, eyestrain and insomnia
• Gives the individual a sense of reward and appreciation
• Promotes overall health and has a balancing effect on the body
• Leaves you feeling relaxed, revitalised and energised

Benefits to the organisation

By providing on-site massage to your employees, you are in turn specifically benefiting your organisation by:

• Reducing likelihood of absence from work due to stress-related conditions
• Demonstrating a progressive approach to the well being of employees
• Increasing staff morale and promoting a good positive work environment
• Increasing staff morale and motivation, helping to improve productivity

Could Save the Organisation Money

Reduced  staff absences from work and improved motivation and productivity all equate to saving an organisation money, which is why forward thinking businesses are employing the skills of trained on-site massage therapists.

Where and when?

On-site massage can be used in the office as part of a stress management programme and is recommended on a fortnightly basis. It can also be used to boost staff morale during times of extra work load or as a reward for meeting difficult deadlines or as a annual bonus for staff.

On-site massage is extremely versatile and can also be used to enhance conferences, trade shows, product promotions and parties. For more information please see the mobile massage section of our website.