The holidays are approaching rapidly. Have you finished shopping and wrapping? Or, are you like most of us and still have a number of unchecked names on your list? Do you feel the stress mounting and time running out? Relax! The Cutting Room Salon and Spa can help. We’ve got a number of ways to help out during the busy holiday season – come in to purchase a gift for a loved one and treat yourself to something special too!
 
Gift cards for your loved ones
Consider purchasing The Cutting Room Salon and Spa gift cards this holiday season. In December when you purchase a gift card valued at $100 or more, you’ll receive a gift card for yourself valued at 10 per cent of your total gift card purchase.
 
Consider this a gift to yourself too and you’ll save on your beauty budget in the new year!
 
Gift Packs
Do you still have a few names on your list and you haven’t found the ideal present? We carry many different gift packs that offer versatile choices for friends, family, teachers and even your mail carrier. Come in to see our selection of gifts from Redken, Dermalogica and Kevin Murphy. Here are some highlights of our staff favourites:
 
  • Kerastase is offering a gift pack that increases your savings by $33. It’s got to be seen to be believed.
  • Redken for men’s gift pack includes a limited edition body wash
  • Kevin Murphy has a small jet pack that includes travel size favourites
  • Redken offers shampoo and conditioner combos that create perfect presents with big savings.
  • Purchase two Dermalogica shave items and receive a free men’s shave bag valued at $15.
 
You’ll become the favourite gift-giver in no time.
 
Spa specials just for you
Book yourself a spa pedicure in December and you’ll be treated to an express manicure on us! Take advantage of this gift from The Cutting Room Spa and you’ll save $25.
 
Melainie and Jovan – Top Fives
The Cutting Room Salon and Spa continues to share secrets from staff. This month we’re profiling Melainie and Jovan. Ask these ladies about their top fives next time you see them!
 
melainie
1.     I lived in Vancouver for eight years while I was in my 20s.
2.     Three years ago, I worked at The Cutting Room. My name was Susan.
3.     In Vancouver, I worked for Toni & Guy Salons.
4.     I’ve traveled across Canada three times.
5.     I like dance. I’ve taken tap, jazz, ballet, modern and Tahitian style dance classes.
 
Jovan
1.     My middle names come from my grandmother while my first name comes from my Mom.
2.     I want my own monster truck…one day.
3.     I kissed the blarney stone in Ireland.
4.     I am an educator for SST Signature make-up.
5.     I love making jewelry
 
Jonn’s second column on paulplakas.com
You may have seen X-weighted on Life network, featuring Edmonton-based Paul Plakas as he guides Canadians in their weight-loss journeys. You may not know that Paul has been Jonn’s trainer for the past five years. Jonn is now sharing tips as a guest contributor to Paul’s blog at www.paulplakas.com. His second blog entry is all about winter hair – something we all experience in Northern Alberta. Visit Paul’s site to find out more.
 
Holiday Hours
The Cutting Room Salon and Spa reduces its hours over the holiday season to allow our staff a well deserved break. Our hours from December 24 to January 2 are as follows:
December 24 – 10am to 3pm
December 25 to 27 – closed
December 28 to 30 – 12pm to 7pm
December 31 to January 1 – closed.
 
See you next year!
Season’s Greetings from the entire team at The Cutting Room Salon and Spa. We hope you have a relaxing holiday season and look forward to meeting all your hair care and esthetic needs in 2010.
 
Contact
The Cutting Room is located at 10536-124 Street in Edmonton or you can call us at (780) 496 – 9977.