Hand & Stone featured in Woodlands Online

Recently, Hand & Stone was featured in Woodlands Online in an article titled, "Hand & Stone massage headed to The Woodlands."  The article focuses on Tony and Brittany Rodgers opening Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa in The Woodlands, Texas.  It then goes on to highlight the Rodgers’ journey to becoming a part of Hand & Stone and The Woodlands community.  Click here to read the whole article.

Hand & Stone massage headed to The Woodlands
By: Brian Shettig

THE WOODLANDS, Texas--Research Forest is getting...hot stones?

That's right.  When Hand & Stone massage and facial spa opens April 15, the salon will focus on the spa side of things, including massages with hot stones incorporated into the massaging itself.

"We want to be able to offer the highest quality massage at an affordable price, especially for those who have never had a massage before," said Brittany Rodgers, owber of the location off Research Forest near Diva Boutique and Hubbell and Hudson Kitchen.  This is the first Hand & Stone in Texas and possibly the first of five in the north Houston area, Rodgers said. 

Rodgers, who owns the spa along with her husband Tony, moved to The Woodlands from Florida after trying to find a business they could both be passionate about, she said.  They decided, after some research, to combine their interests in fitness and health into massage and after walking in a Hand & Stone in Orlando, Fla., Rodgers said she knew "right away this was the place."

(Read More)

Hand & Stone Featured in Highlands Ranch Herald

Recently Hand & Stone was featured in the Highlands Ranch Herald in an article titled, "Spring is skin-care season."  The article focuses on tips and techniques to rejuvenate the skin with the changing seasons, including the importance of exfoliating, hydrating, and protecting in one’s daily skin regimen. Erik Bostrom provided skincare advice for the article and Esthetician Sarah Kemp demonstrated a facial on one of their clients.  The article can be found below.

Spring is skin-care season

Ryan Boldrey

When one thinks about spring they typically think thoughts of renewal and of spring cleaning. But how many people think of prepping their skin for the changing season?

“In terms of skin care, there are primarily three areas – exfoliating, hydrating and protecting – that people need to focus on this time of year,” said Erik Bostrom, owner of Hand and Stone Massage in Highlands Ranch.

With drier conditions outside and more people heading out into extended sunlight, Bostrom said it is absolutely imperative that people use proper protectant.

“The more time we are spending out in the sun, the more critical it is,” he said. “As you are outside, not only do you have to worry about sun damage, but also that all of that excess sun is going to dry out your skin, which goes back to hydration as well.

“We didn’t always have the knowledge that we have now about how the sun affects our skin and affects our health, and certainly there are great benefits to sun exposure, but it’s also something that we need to be careful with and it can be very damaging. You really need to have a good, high-quality SPF on at all times.”

Also important, Bostrom said, is exfoliation – getting rid of the dead skin that builds up over the course of the winter, which will in turn, leave a person with more youthful-looking skin.

The spa offers numerous product lines to help with a good home-care skin regiment and aid in slowing down aging, as well as everything from classic facial treatments to advance treatments such as microderm abrasion and massage.

“A lot of people just don’t understand what a good skin-care regiment consists of,” Bostrom said. “You can’t use just at-home products or just professional treatments and expect your skin to be perfect, you really need to do both, and you should have a good routine.”

For more skin-care tips and tricks, visit the store’s local Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/handandstonehighlandsranch.  To see costs and learn more about the services that Hand and Stone Massage offers, one can visit the company website at www.handandstone.com and follow the location link to Highlands Ranch.   

Tax Day Causes Stress for Americans Nationwide; Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Offers Relief

“Relax the Tax” Helps Americans Unwind from Tax Season

Hamilton, NJ – Less than one month away from the annual tax filing deadline, Tax Day is looming around the corner. Even with two extra days to file state and federal taxes this year, millions of Americans will still feel the stresses that result from having to get those yearly taxes in order.  According to the American Psychological Association, “stress related to tax deadlines can increase reliance on the unhealthy behaviors many people already use to cope with everyday stressors.”   Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa hopes to provide a glimmer of relief to Americans this tax season by providing a bonus deal on that dreaded day called “Relax the Tax.”

On April 17, participating Hand & Stone locations will offer customers a one-day-only instant tax rebate for $40 off the regular price of a Hand & Stone massage. This will be  the second annual “Relax the Tax” in Hand & Stone’s history, and is becoming an ever more popular alternative for customers who are looking for a little extra relaxation after submitting their taxes.

“We saw many guests take advantage of this discount last year that left our spa feeling significantly rejuvenated after just an hour session,” said Hand & Stone founder, John Marco. “If there is one day of the year that Americans deserve to take an hour to themselves, it’s Tax Day, and Hand & Stone is here to offer a calm and soothing environment to recuperate.”

According to Marco, stress is the number one reason why consumers receive regular massages. Massage therapy relaxes the muscles which aids the body in generating more blood flow, and therefore helps repair and regenerate muscles faster.

A massage on Tax Day will have effects that extend far beyond relaxation. It also:

• Relieves Tension and Stress
• Decreases Pain
• Lowers Blood Pressure
• Increases Circulation
• Strengthens the Immune System
• Improves Recovery Time from Injuries
• Reduces Fatigue

“At Hand & Stone, we are constantly trying to find ways to make massage accessible to more guests than ever before, and what better way than to offer a great deal on Tax Day,” said Marco. “With all of the added health benefits, consumers will see measurable results.”