VStar Massage

Back from a fantastic festival in Kansas City. This means Chris and I are no longer masking unless a client requests it. Our masking was to prevent illness that would have possibly resulted us in canceling our appearance. We want to thank all the amazing clients that we okay with us taking that extra step.

That being said I have neglected to post about openings and therefore have a lot available. Chris as well.

Salon side-
Tuesday (tomorrow) 12, 5
Wednesday 2, 6
Thursday 10, 2, 6
Friday 10, 2, 6
Saturday - we are taking off as it’s our wedding anniversary (19 years!!!!)
Sunday 12, 4

Massage side openings most days just inbox Chris Long.

Chris and I have made the decision to start masking as service providers in the salon until this wave of 4 viruses has passed.

As we have dual careers, we have an upcoming headlining an out of state festival in a few weeks. We owe it to this opportunity/obligation to make every effort to remain healthy leading into it.

What does this mean for clients? We feel us being masked along with running our hepa filters, will be a sufficient level of precautions. Which means we are NOT asking or requiring clients to wear them. We remember how it complicated a number of services that we offer.

That being said we will have masks available if client feel they would like one.

Looking to put a few more clients on the schedule for this week before I move on to next weeks openings.
CBD order goes in this week as well.

Opening in the salon for me.
4/23 Tuesday 10
4/24 Wednesday 2, 6
4/25 Thursday 6
4/27 Saturday 2, 6
4/28 Sunday 2, 6
4/29 Monday 10, 2, 6
4/30 Tuesday 10

Chris Long has opening in the salon as well for massage. Our schedules are pretty opposite this week, so please reach out to him to schedule his side of things. He should have a few openings on most days this week and next.

I know a lot of the trend right now are bixies, mullets, and shags. However it is important to listen to our clients as life isn’t one size fits all. This client want a smooth soft and easy to style cut that kept it long while still making her think hair lighter. I finished off with a bouncy blowout.

I am $15 from hitting my halfway point of $500. With just now returning back to seeing clients, I can fit you in as soon as next week.

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Here’s a list of current services and pricing:

Classic Swedish Massage Blend -
​I combine several modalities in a relaxing, healing massage. Pressure can be light, medium, or heavy.

1-2 Trouble Spot Treatment - $40 (30-minute)
3-4 Trouble Spot Treatment or Full Body - $70 (60-minute)
Full Body Treatment including 1-2 Trouble Spot Focus - $95 (90-minute massage)
Full Body Treatment including 3-4 Trouble Spot Focus - $120 (120-minute massage)

Fibromyalgia/Neuropathy Massage -
This massage style changes based on the flare-up status of the client that day. During a flare-up, massage is a light touch and helps mental clarity, pain relief, and improve sleep. If the client is between flare-ups then deep flat pressure and trigger point are used to flush out toxins and waste products prolonging the time between flare-ups and reducing their intensity. Sessions are adjusted down on the day of the appointment if the client is experiencing a flare-up.

Flare-up Treatment - $40 (30-minute)
Full Body Treatment - $70 (60-minute)
Full Body Treatment - $95 (90-minute)

Headache/Migrane Therapy -
As someone that has suffered headaches and migraines my whole life, I have spent extra time finding ways to help clients who have this type of pain. I offer two treatment packages, the 30-minute session focuses on the scalp, face, and neck and relieves pain using a collection of methods including trigger point, myofascial release, and still point induction. The full hour does all of this along with continuing the work down into the shoulder and upper back regions to address tension relief for longer-lasting results.

Migrane Quick Fix - $40 (30-minute)
Migrane Regional Session - $70 (60-minute)

Hot Stone Massage -
My deepest tissue work and the most relaxing massage I offer. The hot stones are used not just in my hands as a tool that cuts through knots like a hot knife through butter, but also to pre-melt tension before the area is worked. This is also an amazing fit for clients that bruise easily from deep tissue and trigger point methods.

1-2 Trouble Spot Treatment - $60 (40-minute)
3-4 Trouble Spot Treatment - $90 (70-minute)
Full Body Treatment - $115 (100-minute)
Full Body Treatment with Trouble Spot Focus- $140 (130 -minute)

Moving Cupping Massage -
Cupping massage works by lifting instead of pushing, leaving clients feeling slinky like a cat. While the cups are on your skin, they loosen and lift your connective tissues, which increases blood and lymph flow to your skin and muscles. Light rolfing is paired with cupping, creating a massage that helps your lymphatic system in clearing the cellular waste and toxins from your body. Among the most common uses of cupping are reducing cellulite dimples, reducing the signs of aging by promoting skin health, and healing stubborn injuries.

1 Region Treatment - $60 (40-minute)
2-3 Region Treatment - $90 (70-minute)
3-4 Region Treatment - $115 (100-minute)
Regional Cuppings with a Full Body Light Rolfing - $140 (130-minute)

Pain Management/Injury Massage -
I put the clinical understanding I learned while working in tandem with a physical therapist to work on your recent injury or chronic trouble spots. Simply put I am knowledgeable of medical terms and know how to work with and not against your recovery treatment plan. l focus on increasing mobility by releasing adhesions using assisted stretching, pin and stretch, and a blend between Swedish and modified Thai massage. I will also work to keep your muscles balanced, as we often favor and guard when we are in pain. The shorter options on this treatment are often done fully clothed and are great for athletes, a bad back, or just someone that has a bum hip.

1-2 Trouble Spot Treatment - $40 (30-minute)
2-3 Trouble Spot Treatment or Full Body - $70 (60-minute)
Full Body Treatment including 1-2 Trouble Spot Focus - $95 (90-minute massage)
Full Body Treatment including Trouble Spot Focus - $120 (120-minute massage)

Prenatal Massage -
During pregnancy, the body goes through many changes, often causing discomfort. I have helped many of my clients over the years with massages specifically designed with prenatal needs in mind. During the 2nd and 3rd trimester connective tissue is softened by the body's production of relaxin, resulting in muscle strain and soreness of joints. I have several options for body position and help guide them through their choices. I elect to skip foot massage during the 3rd trimester as it can trigger contractions or labor and instead ask the client to pick a problem spot they would like me to spend that extra time on. Helps with edema, sciatica, and carpal tunnel along with stress and anxiety.

1-2 Trouble Spot Treatment - $40 (30-minute)
1-2 Trouble Spot Treatment - $40 (30-minute)
2-3 Trouble Spot Treatment or Full Body - $70 (60-minute)
Full Body Treatment including 1-2 Trouble Spot Focus - $95 (90-minute massage)
Full Body Treatment including Trouble Spot Focus - $120 (120-minute massage)

Senior Massage - 65 and up
As people age, they can experience a wide variety of changes. Senior clients can range from active to those with limited mobility. Some of my favorite people to help in physical therapy were our older patients. Taking a little extra time to address their concerns and find what will alleviate their chronic pain and increase their mobility is one of the most rewarding parts of the profession. I work to find ways to keep them in their comfort zone and leave feeling 20 years younger. Occasionally these clients have difficulty with a traditional massage table or massage chair, so I keep an armless traditional chair handy so they can sit comfortably while I work around them.

1-2 Trouble Spot Treatment - $25 (30-minute)
3-4 Trouble Spot Treatment or Full Body - $50 (60-minute)
Full Body Treatment including 1-2 Trouble Spot Focus - $75 (90-minute massage)
Full Body Treatment including 3-4 Trouble Spot Focus - $100 (120-minute massage)

Sports Massage -
Having worked with marathon runners, cross country bikers, jiu-jitsu champions, baseball players, gymnasts, and members of The Flaming Lips, I have quite a bit of experience with the needs of people that perform and push their bodies to the limit. Generally, pre-performance massages are 30 minutes sessions and focus on increasing circulation, endorphin production, and reduction of anxiety/stress. Post-performance sports massage is usually a longer session and best within 48 hours of the event. This massage is used for reducing inflammation/soreness, maintaining increased mobility, and aiding the body to heal muscular strain and microtears. It also functions on restoring proprioception and sets you up for a good night's sleep. 30-minute pre-massages are performed fully clothed, while the post-massages are more traditional in nature. You don't have to be a world-class star to get the same great care. Great for gym rats, teen athletes, and anyone with a personal trainer.

Pre-Massage - $40 (30-minute)
Post-Massage 2-3 Trouble Spot Treatment or Full Body - $70 (60-minute)
Post-Massage Full Body Treatment including 1-2 Trouble Spot Focus - $95 (90-minute massage)
Post Massage Full Body Treatment including Trouble Spot Focus - $120 (120-minute massage)

I am currently seeing only vaccinated clients at this time. I hope this is a temporary measure and I will be able to resume seeing all of my clients when this wave of Covid-19 has passed.

It was not a decision that was made lightly, however it allows me to continue to work and know that not only am I reducing my risk of exposure, but also working on those with far less risk of blood clot complications.

We are requiring masking throughout the space at all times, along with having a dedicated Hepa filter in each room. This will be in addition to our already existing Covid-19 precautions.

A few things have changed since the outbreak, I have switched my wicker and cloth storage containers to easy to clean and disinfect options. I have moved to individually stored sheet sets for further protection.

I also took the opportunity to upgrade the comfort levels by adding things like armrests and slings to the massage table and switching to cooling bamboo sheets. I also added a new hot stone warmer, additional cupping options, and will offer essential oil options soon.

Having a separate window unit in the massage room means that the ventilation stays isolated between massage clients and hair clients. Score one point for 100-year-old buildings.

Please stay safe out there and if you can get vaccinated to help protect those who truly cannot.