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Ruby is Butterfly You Beauty’s gem!
National Apprenticeship Week takes place each year and celebrates talented apprentices - like Ruby!
Meet Ruby
National Apprenticeship Week takes place each year and celebrates talented apprentices - like Ruby!
Ruby started working with us last February, and once she had finished her GCSEs in the summer, she decided to turn her part-time job into a full-time position and begin an apprenticeship.
Her youthful enthusiasm and natural talent for beauty therapy mean she has quickly become an incredible therapist!
To shine a light on our incredible therapist, we sat down with Ruby to find out more about her studies and life at Butterfly You Beauty.
Q: Why did you decide to start an apprenticeship?
A: I started working at Butterfly You last February, and I loved the idea of working in a salon once I finished my GCSEs. I’m the kind of person who also prefers to be hands-on, so starting an apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy seemed like the perfect thing for me to do. Practical learning and I could carry on working here. It was an easy decision!
Q: What do you enjoy about being an apprentice?
A: I enjoy constantly learning new things and meeting new people, both at work and college.
Q: How long is your qualification?
A: I study at East Sussex College, at the Lewes campus, one day a week, and I have 18 months to complete my qualification. I’m really enjoying it and thanks to the experience I gained before I finished school, I’m picking things up really quickly, so I’m hoping to finish a little sooner than that.
Q: What have you learnt so far at college?
A: I have learnt a lot since being at college. We’ve covered techniques for performing a full facial, the process of eyelash tinting, how to wax and tint eyebrows, and how to apply and remove wax for full leg, underarm, lip and chin waxing.
Q: How has that helped you while at work?
A: The great thing about learning at college is that I have the theoretical knowledge to go back to work and put it all into practice. Then while I’m at work, Becki and the other girls are there to guide and help me really hone those skills. It’s great because I can learn so many different things all at once.
Q: What have you learnt at work?
A: My studies at college are like the basis to help me learn lots of other treatments specific to Butterfly You, such as the feet retreat pedicure, eyelash lifting and tinting, and BIAB manicure and infills. Over the next few months, I’m really excited to learn more about the other treatments too.
Q: What's it like working and going to college?
A: It’s amazing! Going to college and work is like the best of both worlds. I’m getting an education from professional teachers while learning from really experienced therapists at work. It gives me the chance to practice all my skills and experience different scenarios, such as different skin types and conditions, which expands my knowledge even more.
Q: What's the best thing about your job?
A: There are so many things I love about working at Butterfly You Beauty, but the most rewarding thing is the lovely community we have built, where every client comes in and leaves with a smile on their face. I really value the relationships I’m building with clients and my colleagues. I feel as though I’ve made many new friends, which is such a nice feeling.
Q: What do you like most about beauty therapy?
A: I love the fact that there are always new and improved treatments being developed. That means there is always more to learn and I find that very exciting.
Q: What's is the treatment you enjoy doing the most?
A: My favourite treatment is an eyelash lift and tint. I absolutely love the results and think it makes my client’s eyes look so beautiful.
Q: Do you have any advice or tips for anyone thinking about doing an apprenticeship?
A: I would say if you are thinking of doing an apprenticeship, go for it! Becki is the most amazing boss. She has guided me to where I am now and has taught me almost everything I know. It has been a great experience so far and really suits the way I learn. The other great thing is that I get paid while learning skills I know I will have for life.
Q: What are your ambitions or goals for the future?
A: I’d love to continue working at Butterfly You Beauty and continue to learn new things and hopefully get my Level 3 in Beauty.
An incredible lash lift and tint by Ruby
The Ultimate Unwind
Introducing our newest pamper package, the "The Ultimate Unwind". This luxurious treatment is designed to leave you feeling completely relaxed, rejuvenated, and refreshed.
The Ultimate Unwind
Introducing our newest massage pamper package, the "The Ultimate Unwind". This luxurious treatment is designed to leave you feeling completely relaxed, rejuvenated, and refreshed.
Back, Neck and Shoulder Massage
The experience begins with a soothing 40-minute Aromatherapy massage for the back, neck, and shoulders, using essential oils that have been chosen to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and ease tension.
Our skilled therapists will use gentle strokes and pressure to work away any knots or stiffness, leaving you feeling completely relaxed and at ease.
Foot scrub and massage
Next, we will treat you to a heavenly foot scrub followed by a foot and leg massage. Your feet and legs will be massaged with warm oils and your desired pressure, leaving you feeling refreshed, invigorated, and like you're walking on air.
You’ll also receive a self-heating Sensory Retreat eye mask, with an essential oil-infused scent, to wear throughout the massage.
This treatment offers a wide range of benefits, including stress relief, improved circulation, increased relaxation, improved sleep and a reduction of muscle tension and pain. Regular massage can also boost your immune system, improve your mood and increase your flexibility and range of motion.
Take some time out of your busy schedule to indulge in the ultimate relaxation experience.
Choose one of these Essential oil blends:
~ Muscle relief blend
~ Calming sensation blend
~ Soothing revitalise blend
(used during the treatment)
The treatment is available with Becky S and Emily. It lasts 60 minutes in duration and is just £35.
You can book online using the orange booking icon at the bottom of the screen or give us a on 01424 212231.
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.
Spray tan or bottle tan? Which is better?
If you have a holiday booked or a special occasion coming up, and you’re short on time, then you might consider buying a bottle of tan or visiting a salon for a spray tan. But which is best?
The golden glow of tanned skin became trendy in the 1920s.
During a holiday to the French Riviera, Fashion designer Coco Chanel accidentally got sunburnt. When she arrived home with a sun tan, her fans loved the new look and started to adopt it themselves.
Since then, tanning has become big business. There are plenty of tanning salons throughout towns and cities across the UK, as well as supermarket aisles full of self-tanning products and accessories.
The beauty of spray tanning or tan in a bottle is you can get all-over coverage very quickly compared to the hours you need in the sun to develop a natural tan. So if you have a holiday booked or a special occasion coming up, and you’re short on time, then you might consider buying a bottle of tan or visiting a salon for a spray tan.
Spray tan or bottle tan - which is best?
Although buying a bottle of fake tan can be marginally more convenient and gives you the freedom to apply it whenever suits you, there is quite a bit of work that goes into achieving a streak-free, consistent tan.
Lots to consider
With self-tan, preparation is the key! You need to exfoliate and dry your skin thoroughly, so the tan is at its most effective. Then, you need a good technique to ensure the tan is even. Otherwise, you’re left with the hassle of trying to remove the failed application and start all over again. Once you're done applying tan, you have to clear up!
The other tricky thing, before you can even apply tan, how do you know which tan is right for you? Which one will complement your skin tone the best? This can be particularly confusing if you’re not a regular self-tanner.
Quick and easy
Of course, with a spray tan, you don’t have to worry about any of that.
First off, make an appointment with us. You will be able to book this at a time that suits you, and you don’t have to worry about any of the set-up or preparation. We have all of the tanning equipment, and our qualifications and years of experience mean we will always match the right colour tan to complement your skin tone. We also use one of the best spray tanning brands on the market, NOUVATAN. It is created by professionals for professionals, and it contains active, organic, natural ingredients with no harmful parabens, alcohol or oils. NOUVATAN will never result in that much feared ‘tangoed’ look!
Next, the tanning gun works its magic. The well-mixed tan is sprayed over the body to create beautifully even coverage. A spray tan not only gives a much higher quality tan that lasts up to 7+ days (even longer when you use the Aftertan Oil Free Toning Moisturiser) the process is much quicker and effortless for you!
So if you're thinking of getting a tan and would like a hassle-free method that provides exceptional coverage, get in touch to book a spray tan.