As we bid farewell to another year - putting its woes and worries behind while keeping moments of felicity in a special mental space where they can always be procured, let us remember to always treat our bodies and spirits with loving care during this new year. Veola's Day Spa -- a touch of Michigan Avenue in Beverly -- is the perfect place to do so.
Veola's Day Spa & Wellness Center, 2150 West 95th Street, is owned by African American mother and daughter, Veola and Jasmine James and is an elegant addition to Beverly's 95th Street business district. A full-service day spa and wellness center, the facility is well-equipped to meet beauty, health and relaxation needs.
Veola's Day Spa and wellness Center is aesthetically pleasing to the eye. The building's rich terra cotta, butternut, and teal facade provides a picturesque backdrop reminiscent of Southwestern architecture. The beautiful surroundings, relaxing environment, and friendly staff provide for the ultimate pampering experience.
In addition to being African American designed, owned, and operated, the spa has a multi-cultural staff of professional service providers -- all eager to maximize your spa experience, whether you're a virgin to self-pampering or a spa strumpet.
No stranger to the neighborhood, Veola James is the former owner of Veola's Boutique, which featured designer clothes, specialty gifts, and handcrafted jewelry. A licensed skin care specialist, Reiki practitioner, and cosmetology instructor, this savvy businesswoman has combined the best aspects of her retail expertise with an increased emphasis on wellness to create an oasis for women and men seeking to relieve stress through therapeutic remedies and relaxation techniques.
"We offer head to toe personalized care," says Jasmine James. "Our services include skin, nail and hair care, massage therapy, cellulite and weight management programs, body wraps, hydrotherapy tub treatments and body polishes."
In addition, the wellness center offers a full line of skin care products, novelty gifts, gift certificates, and spa memberships
As workmen put the finishing touches on the warm and relaxing spa, clients began dropping in to see the exquisite workmanship and to make appointments in advance of the recent opening.
Jasmine James has worked side by side with her mother since the inception of this project. A graduate of Florida A&M University with a B.S. degree in business administration, the young Ms. James is also a licensed cosmetologist.
"When guests arrive at Veola's, they are often tired and full of stress from a hectic work day. We welcome them with smiles and comfortable slippers to begin the relaxation process," James says. "Regardless of the type of service they are receiving, it's our goal to make the experience as relaxing and stress-free as possible."
Upon entering the facility, one immediately feels a spiritual presence as soothing, meditative music plays softly in the background. The reception area is tastefully decorated with comfortable, southwestern-themed chairs and mirrored showcases displaying an array of skin care products, essential oils, and scented candles. Full-service nail and hair studios and state-of-the-art treatment rooms, showers, and steam facilities complete the first floor.
On the second floor, an oasis of tasteful d�cor featuring a boutique, caf�, art gallery, private suites for couples, and a conference room offers clients the best in relaxation. The boutique will carry gifts, fragrances, and specialty healing items while the caf� will serve power drinks, herbal teas, and low-calorie snacks in a relaxed setting. The comfortable conference room will be used for internal meetings and is available for spa parties and gourmet luncheons.
The Chicago community will be well served by this mother/daughter venture with an emphasis on healing and wellness during this time of unprecedented fear and anxiety.
"It's more important than ever for busy people to honor themselves. Releasing tension and stress are necessary for total wellness. Paying attention to the spirit and the body will help achieve optimal wellness while maintaining an alert mind," says Veola James.
Article copyright REAL TIMES Inc.
Photograph (Interior of Veola's Day Spa.)
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