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Summertime Pampering: Your Guide to Looking and Feeling Fabulous
Summer is finally here! Whether you're dreaming of sun-soaked holidays or simply enjoying the longer days at home, it's the perfect time to prioritise self-care and indulge in a little pampering.
Summer is finally here! Whether you're dreaming of sun-soaked holidays or simply enjoying the longer days at home, it's the perfect time to prioritise self-care and indulge in a little pampering.
Here at Butterfly You Beauty, we believe that feeling good starts from within, and our carefully curated treatments will help you look and feel your absolute best this summer.
Let's face it, if you’re planning a holiday then you’ve got enough to think about. Between packing, booking flights, and creating the perfect itinerary, it's easy to forget about yourself. That's where we come in. Let us take care of all your beauty and holistic needs, so you can relax and focus on enjoying your summer plans. Imagine stepping off that plane feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready to make the most of your holiday.
Massage: Melt Away Stress and Tension
There's nothing quite like melting away the stresses of daily life with a truly indulgent massage. Whether you're jetting off to a sunny destination or simply seeking sanctuary from your busy daily life, a pre-holiday massage is the ultimate escape.
Indulge in pure relaxation with our range of massages, from a targeted back, neck, and shoulder treatment to a full-body escape. For an extra touch of luxury, you may wish to experience the warming sensation of our Lava Shell massage.
Our skilled therapists can tailor any massage treatment to your specific needs, ensuring you leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Want to deepen your relaxation? Enhance your massage with the soothing power of aromatherapy oils, carefully chosen to complement your mood and well-being.
Spray Tan: Achieve a Sun-Kissed Glow
Forget prolonged exposure to harmful UV rays and embrace a flawless, natural-looking tan with a spray tan. We use Nouvatan, a high-quality, cruelty-free formula free from parabens, alcohol, and oils, to create a customised bronze that perfectly complements your skin tone.
Enjoy the confidence boost of a radiant glow without the risk of sun damage. Our experienced technicians will guide you through the process, ensuring a flawless and even finish. To achieve the best results, we recommend allowing the tan to develop for up to eight hours before showering.
Facials: Rediscover Your Skin's Radiance
Indulge in the ultimate summer skin treat with a luxurious facial. We have a number of specialist facial treatments to help give you a radiant complexion. Choose from our Eve Taylor facial range which is expertly designed to target specific skin concerns. Whether you crave deep hydration, a brighter complexion, or the power of anti-ageing, we have the perfect facial for you. If you’re short on time, the Target+ facials offer a quick yet effective solution for busy lifestyles.
Or perhaps you might be interested in our newest treatment, Dermalux LED! This treatment really is a game-changer. It is a clinically proven light therapy treatment that energises your skin cells, accelerating natural regeneration and repair. You’ll start to see results after just one session.
Manicure and Pedicure: Pamper Your Hands and Feet
Show off your hands and feet this summer with a luxurious manicure or pedicure. Let us transform your nails into works of art, while also providing a boost to your nail health and your overall well-being.
The benefits of a mani or pedi go beyond just beautiful nails. A regular treatment can help improve your circulation, reduce stress, and give you a boost in confidence. As for your fingers and toes, we use BIAB gel which adds durability and protection to your natural nails. From classic elegance to bold and trendy designs, our extensive range of colours and treatments ensures there's something to suit every style.
So, whether you're planning a summer getaway or simply enjoying the longer days at home, make time for self-care…look and feel fabulous this summer.
Book your appointment today and let us help you create unforgettable summer moments.
Your well-being deserves the switch-off time.
Beyond Beautiful Nails with a Regular Manicure and Pedicure
Taking some time for a regular manicure and pedicure is an investment in your overall health and wellbeing.
We know how easy it is to get caught up in the daily grind, neglecting a little TLC for ourselves. But taking some time for a regular manicure and pedicure is more than just fabulous-looking nails - although, that's a great perk! Manicures and pedicures are an investment in your overall health and wellbeing. Here's why.
Stronger, healthier nails and soft skin
Our hands and feet take a beating every day. Chores around the house, running errands, whatever it is, they’re working hard. One of the best benefits of a regular manicure and pedicure is healthy, strong nails and soft skin. During your appointment, we'll gently shape your nails, remove dead skin around the cuticles (bye-bye hangnails!), and encourage new skin cell growth. These new cells act as a guard against nails splitting and becoming brittle, while also preventing dry, cracked skin on your feet. The result? Beautiful, strong nails and soft, smooth skin that feel amazing.
Understanding your nails and promoting growth
Our nails are fascinating. Did you know that they grow at a steady pace of about 3-4 millimetres per month, or roughly 0.1 millimetres a day? Your nails consist of several parts:
Matrix: This hidden "factory" beneath the skin produces 196 layers of cells that combine to make each of your fingernails and toenails. It's located at the nail root, the deepest part of the nail unit.
Nail Plate: The hard, visible part you paint and shape.
Nail Bed: The skin beneath the nail plate that nourishes and supports it.
Cuticle: The thin layer of skin protecting the base of the nail plate.
Nail Lunula: The visible crescent-shaped, lighter area near the base of the nail and it reflects the underlying matrix.
Regular manicures help keep these structures healthy, promoting optimal nail growth.
Did you know that stress can actually affect the growth of your nails? When we're stressed, our bodies prioritise essential functions, and nail growth can slow down or even stop temporarily. This is because your hair and nails are both made from the same protein, keratin. However, nails have a tighter arrangement of keratin molecules, making them stronger than hair.
Boosts circulation, reduces stress, and improves wellbeing
Part of a manicure or pedicure includes a soothing hand or foot massage. This is your chance to hit pause, relax, and enjoy some dedicated "me-time". This regular self-care ritual is ideal for a quick recharge of your batteries and helps to combat stress so your nails continue to grow.
Relaxing isn’t the only benefit here, the massage is also an effective way to boost circulation – something we all need, especially during winter. Better circulation promotes nail growth and can even improve mobility and reduce aches and pains.
Taking care of your nails, both in terms of health and appearance, can make you feel great long after you leave the salon. Imagine compliments on your beautiful, healthy nails and stunning new colour! Choosing a fun nail design lets you express yourself, and can boost your confidence, too.
Identify common nail concerns
Trained nail technicians are like detectives for your nails. During your appointment, we can identify potential problems early on, like fungus or ingrown nails. Catching these issues early means getting the right treatment to prevent them from becoming bigger problems.
The power of a listening ear
Here at the salon, we love a good chat. We believe in the power of conversation and how it can benefit your mental health and wellbeing. Sharing your day, your worries, or even just catching up on life's little moments, can be a great stress reliever. Sometimes, talking things out can help you gain a new perspective or simply feel heard and understood.
Of course, we completely understand that sometimes you might just want to relax and unwind in peace. If you prefer a quiet appointment with minimal or no talking, that's perfectly okay. Just let us know your preference when you book, or feel free to mention it at the beginning of your appointment. We're here to create a comfortable and relaxing experience for you, exactly how you like it.
How often should you book a manicure or pedicure?
As a general rule, we recommend getting a manicure every 3-4 weeks and a pedicure every 6 weeks, depending on how fast your nails grow and how long you want your polish to last. Of course, your activity level and the type of polish you choose can also affect how often you might need a touch-up. We can chat about what works best for you.
Beyond beautiful nails
Regular manicures and pedicures are more than just beauty treats – they're investments in your overall wellbeing. From stronger nails to smoother skin, improved circulation, stress reduction, and a confidence boost, the benefits are plentiful.
Do contact us if you would like to chat about booking a regular manicure or pedicure.
An unforgettable journey of holistic wellbeing at Butterfly You
Butterfly You offers a truly holistic approach to beauty therapy, where you can relax, reconnect, and recharge.
Butterfly You Beauty and Holistic is a relaxing and tranquil salon on the high street in Sidley, Bexhill.
Since opening in 2012, Butterfly You has been offering a truly holistic approach to beauty therapy. The salon is a retreat for clients looking to relax, reconnect, and recharge.
Butterfly You owner, Rebekah Pellett, is supported by a highly-trained and exceptionally caring team who are dedicated to improving their clients’ physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
A moment of relaxation
“We’re passionate about giving every client a ‘moment’ of relaxation the minute they enter the salon,” says Rebekah, “It is all about the client when they visit us. We carefully listen to their needs and recommend the perfect treatment, whether that is a soothing massage, relaxing pedicure, or a fresh manicure.”
A wide range of treatments
Rebekah’s passionate team has years of experience providing a wide range of beauty and complementary therapies.
“My team are fully qualified and highly experienced in a range of treatments. We offer the most relaxing massages, including traditional full body massages, warming lava shells massages, and our extra special divine escape massage, which awakens all five senses for an unforgettable journey of holistic wellbeing.”
As well as massage therapies, the Butterfly You team offers fabulous facials, manicures and pedicures, and eyebrow enhancements, such as HD brows and semi-permanent eyebrow tattooing.
So for a truly relaxing and unforgettable experience, visit Butterfly You. View the full treatment range and then call the salon on 01424 212231 to make an appointment.
Brilliant BIAB! Say hello to stronger and longer-lasting manicures
BIAB, which stands for Builder in a Bottle, is a builder gel that adds strength and durability to your natural nails while preventing breakages, protecting them from external factors, and promoting long-lasting nail health. Its specialised application makes it one of a kind.
Move over Shellac, because there is a new manicure in town - BIAB!
We are so excited to be offering BIAB manicures at Butterfly You Beauty and Holistic. BIAB has been created by The GelBottleInc and provides an all-in-one gel that is completely revolutionising manicures.
BIAB, which stands for Builder in a Bottle, is a builder gel that adds strength and durability to your natural nails while preventing breakages, protecting them from external factors, and promoting long-lasting nail health. Its specialised application makes it one of a kind.
Two-in-one
BIAB includes a two-in-one Primer and Base and only needs 60 seconds under a LED lamp to cure.
A BIAB manicure lasts at least four weeks and is proving extremely popular because of its luxury feel, long-lasting shine, and, of course, the added benefit of strengthening your natural nails!
A variety of colours
We have a variety of BIAB colours available as well as the option to have one of our many gel colours applied over the top. Combine that with our passion, creativity, and natural flair for nail art and that will give you almost unlimited choice for your nails.
Goodbye fake tips, hello natural nails
Our BIAB manicures start at £30 and are the luxury manicure experience we’ve all been waiting for. Not only does it make your nails look incredible, it gives you the confidence to let your nails grow naturally so you can say goodbye to glues, extensions, and fake tips!
Oh, and the GelBottleInc products are also vegan and cruelty-free! - something very important to us at Butterfly You.
If you would like to find out more about BIAB you can visit our treatment page or please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing you at your appointment!
Call, text, whatsapp or DM us to book in.