We are delighted to welcome two new Beauty Therapists to our Nelson Day Spa team. We’re using this article to introduce you to Litiana and Sammy.

Two New Beauty Therapists at Woman Beauty Nelson

Litiana Alafy

Litiana joins us with over ten years of experience working in Day Spas through Fiji and Raratonga.

Q: What makes a truly exceptional day spa?

A: A warm welcome and the ability to provide good quality treatments that create a unique and memorable experience.

Q: How do you approach creating a personalised experience for each client, considering their unique preferences and needs?

A: By giving our clients choices and targeting their needs by tapping into a solid knowledge base that only comes with experience.

Q: What do you consider to be the benefits of spa treatments?

A: The well-being benefits of spa treatments are often more than people expect them to be. They provide stress relief and reduce anxiety through muscle relief and relaxation. A spa treatment will also remove toxins that build up in the body.

Q: What are you most enjoying about living in Nelson?

A: Moving from Fiji’s warm climate to cooler temperatures is a lot to cope with. But after a year of living in Nelson, I’m beginning to enjoy the change of seasons. It’s a great place to start a new life. I had no idea what it would be like, but I’m enjoying getting to know new people and places.

Q: Finally, what do you love most about being a spa therapist at Woman?

A: Most of all, I love meeting interesting people daily and helping people feel good inside and out. Previously I worked in resorts in Fiji and Rarotonga, so coming to work at Woman, where I see regular clients rather than visitors, has been excellent. I love learning from the team and sharing my knowledge too. We all get along well, which makes for a great workday!

Samantha Mayberry

Samantha joins us fresh from NMIT with her Diploma in Beauty Therapy.

Q: How did you become interested in becoming a spa therapist, and what inspired you to pursue this career path?

Growing up, I used to dance competitively, so I was constantly surrounded by makeup and hair. As I got a bit older, I started to do all my teammate’s makeup for them during competition seasons, which sparked my interest in the beauty world. During high school, I entered the Beauty Therapy Trades Academy to see if this was the career path I wanted to take. This made me fall in love with beauty therapy even more.

Q: What makes a truly exceptional day spa?

A: I believe an exceptional day spa experience stems from how well the team works to keep things running smoothly throughout the day. Little things that we practice here at Woman, such as helping to set up a colleague’s room for the next client, help provide a seamless experience for the customer, who is always the most important person to consider!

Q: What do you consider to be the benefits of spa treatments?

A: Just like Litiana said, the benefits extend well beyond being a relaxing experience. Spa treatments can help to improve the body’s circulation, reduce inflammation and help to enhance and improve the body’s autoimmune system.

Q: Finally, what do you love most about being a spa therapist at Woman?

A: I am enjoying the close working environment at Woman. Some of us are new beauty therapists to the Spa, but nobody is made to feel like they matter less or more. That makes coming to work very enjoyable. But more importantly, that same team spirit means that our clients are supported and looked after at every visit.

We can hardly believe that Woman has been at our fabulous new Nelson spa premises for over a month! Our surroundings may have changed, but our wonderfully relaxing treatments and fabulous team remain the same!

All that said, we thought it was time to reacquaint you with our crew. We think it’s important that you get to know us all, that way you can feel comfortable that you’re selecting the right Woman Beauty Nelson spa therapist when you book your next treatment.

Delene:

You all know Delene, right? She’s the boss! And while she’s in charge of the overall business, she’s still very much a ‘hands-on’ therapist. Delene practices pretty much all of the advanced treatments we offer at our Nelson spa, but especially enjoys nail treatments and waxing. When she’s not here, you’ll find her out walking with her spoodle, Roxy, or with her nose in a good book.

Bridgette:

We call Bridgette, back up Bridgette, because she’s Delene’s second in charge. Bridgette has been part of the team for a while, so she too offers all of the treatments we carry out at Woman. But, she specialises in facials and skincare prescriptions. Our Bridgette is an active gal, so when she’s not working you might find her in the gym or enjoying the great outdoors!

Holly:

If you need to take the weight off your feet, then Holly is the woman for you! She specialises in foot reflexology. But she too carries out all of our fabulous treatments, from waxing and facials to spa treatments. Holly is all about whanau, so when she’s not looking after her family of Woman clients or crew, she’s spending time with her actual family!

Hayley:

Hayley believes in a holistic approach to beauty therapy, incorporating the mind, body and soul. She’ll make sure you leave our new Nelson Spa feeling rested, relaxed and stress-free. She loves spending time among nature, so when she’s not here you’ll find her biking, tramping, kayaking or enjoying time in the Marlborough Sounds with her friends, family and dog!

Pip:

Pip is one of our receptionists, and also one of the first people that you’ll meet when you walk through the door or call us on the phone. She’s super organised! And will always do her best to fit you in when you need a little escape! We like to call her ‘chief of happiness’, and she lives up to the name! Out of work you’ll find her keeping fit, through walking, biking or pole fitness.

Stacey:

Stacey is also a receptionist, but don’t be surprised if she greets you in a treatment room, because she’s also a spa therapist. She loves helping you feel pampered and relaxed. If she’s not working, you’ll find Stacey exploring and enjoying everything our beautiful Nelson region has to offer. Golden Bay is a favourite with her and her children!

Lauren:

If you need to put your best face forward, then speak to Lauren. She loves working with makeup and knows our Jane Iredale range inside out. She can also make sure you’re super relaxed, specialising in massage, manicure, pedicures and spa facials. Our Lauren is another family girl, and when she’s not looking after you, she’ll be spending time with those close to her.

Anja:

Anja is one of our newest team members, but if you’ve been lucky enough to book an appointment with her, you’ll know that she’s fab at helping you achieve your skin goals. That said, she’s not a one trick pony, she can also help you with waxing and electrolysis, massage and nail treatments. We can thoroughly recommend having her on your team!

If you haven’t yet visited the Woman new Nelson spa premises, be sure to book your appointment. Give us a call, and we can help you find the right therapist if you don’t already know who you’d like!

June 26th marks a special day that celebrates beautician’s around the world. To mark the occasion we’ve written a special post on our Woman Beauty Nelson blog that lists all the ways your beauty therapist can help you.

Essential A-Z guide – How your Nelson Woman Beauty Therapist helps you!

• A – Amazing – It’s how you look after a visit to Woman Beauty Nelson.
• B – Beautiful – Ditto!
• C – Cosmetics – Our team can offer you advice on the correct products for you from the fabulous Jane Iredale range of mineral makeup.
• D – Dedication – We’re resolute in our determination to help you escape from the everyday and take a little time for yourself.
• E – Exclusive – Every month we offer our Woman Beauty Nelson subscribers the chance to purchase our exclusive Grab-A-Treat. If you’re missing out sign up HERE .
• F – Friendly – You will always receive a warm welcome at Woman… We guarantee it!
• G – Glamourous – If you have a special event, let our team help you look your very best from head to toe.
• H – Happy – Who doesn’t feel happier after a spa treatment?
• I – Important – You are the most important person at Woman Beauty, we ensure that from the moment you walk through the door. We never forget that your well-being is our priority.
• J – Jetting Off – If you have an overseas trip planned, we can help you get holiday ready! Check out our holiday countdown beauty checklist HERE.
• K – Kempt – Yes we’re here to help you with all your essential maintenance too… We’ll keep you fuzz-free and beautifully manicured from month to month.
• L – Ladies – We’re here for you!
• M – Men – And you too!
• N – Nourished – Is how your skin will feel after a fabulous facial!
• O – Omnilux – This anti-ageing treatment will treat dehydrated skin and improve an uneven skin tone.
• P – Pure Fiji – Escape to the tropics with your Nelson staycation at Woman
• Q – Qualified – Our professional team of therapists are trained to meet exacting international standards, their continual development is closely monitored so we can be sure that we deliver a luxurious spa experience for you.
• R – Relax – It’s our Mantra!
• S – Sothys Paris – We’re proud to be the exclusive Nelson stockist for this internationally renowned brand. Sothys Paris has been a leading innovator in the quest for perfection and beauty for women and men for over seventy years.
• T – Trustworthy – We know  how important this is, you’ll find our team of beautician’s are discreet and trustworthy. You will always feel comfortable here.
• U – Ultraceuticals – One of Australia’s pre-eminent cosmeceutical brands, offering professional grade products formulated to address major skin concerns such as ageing, pigmentation and acne, giving you your best-ever skin.
• V – Villa – As soon as you step through the doors of our beautifully restored 1860s villa we know that you’ll find the peace and quiet you desrve.
• W – Wellbeing – We’ll look after yours!
• X – Xtra – We’ll always go the extra mile to ensure you enjoy your time at Woman Beauty Nelson.
• Y – You – It’s all about you!
• Z – Zzzzz – We won’t mind if you take a wee nap on the massage table! It means that we have done our job and you are truly relaxed!

If you’d like to celebrate your beauty therapist on beautician’s day, please call in to find out how we can help you, a visit from you will make our day!