Kits Bloom Essentials Spa Turns 15
When Bloom Essentials Spa launched in 1997, sisters Kim and Nicole Critten aimed to provide great spa services and treat every customer like a friend stopping in for a visit. Theyve now grown to include a team of seven aestheticians and two house-made product lines. They say their philosophy is the reason behind their loyal customer base and reputation for one of the best pedicures in the business. According to the sisters, Elton John once raved about a clients Burberry-plaid painted toenails; Beyonce and Michelle Obama asked about a clients Bloom toes at a White House fundraiser (high praise for tiny works of art).
June marks the spas 15th anniversary and, to celebrate, they are offering a 15-day extravaganza of contests and giveaways revolving around the theme of blooming. From June 15 to 29 every in-store customer will receive an envelope containing a prize, including the chance to win their service. They will also run daily contests, trivia and coupons on their Facebook page (Facebook.com/bloom.essentials). One lucky winner will win the ultimate way to bloom with a photo shoot by, valued at $1,200.
The sisters have come a long way since their first business selling fresh corn from a roadside wagon in Maple Ridge. In addition to running the spa, in 2004 they launched the nationally distributed Bug & Pickle spa product line aimed at babies and expecting mums. They say many of their regulars are those who first walked through their doors 15 years ago and along the way theyve hosted eveything from bridal showers and ladies nights to artificial insemination parties. Many now bring their daughters for a special treat, bonding over girl-time and toe polish. The store is open seven days a week (3-1854 W. 1st).
Bloom Essentials Spa tips to keep your toes looking pretty:
Keep feet as dry as possible for the first 24 hours after a pedicure (no swimming or bathing).
Ensure your pedicure provider uses high quality top and base coat polish - it really does make a difference.
Apply a high quality top coat yourself once a week to help preserve polish. Just remember to leave adequate dry time as it can soften the polish a bit when first applied.
Limit your exposure to sand and chlorine. They will scratch and corrode the paint and dehydrate your feet.
Use a pedicure cream nightly to help keep feet soft and prevent cuticles from looking dry.
