NEWS FOR SPAS SALONS THERAPISTS PASSIONEERS STYLISTS PROFESSIONALS CONNOISIERS YOU VOLUME ONE INSPIRATION

welcome to our inaugural newsletter

WE are pleased to present our first Uspa newsletter, what we hope will be an entertaining collection of features from behind the scenes, global perspectives, and inspired treatments, products and people that make up Uspa. The theme for this volume is INSPIRATION. Weve interviewed people around the world to share what Uspa means to them.

Each volume will evolve with more features and contributors. Please use recycled paper if you choose to print and unplug to read, and share with someone else!

If you have something to share in an upcoming volume, please let us hear from you! EMAIL US AT newsletter@uspa.com.au

brochure
Its HERE! The Uspa Product Guide Book has been updated, and now includes all of the Uspa ranges. The full coloured books are the perfect tool for mapping out a program for ongoing care. Clients keep these books and bring them back to the spa or salon, carefully noting what has been indicated by their therapist. The books create a connection with the client, a reason to return, excitement for something new, and provide a wealth of information on every level. Not sure they are worth it? They are the main piece of collateral material for the top grossing Uspa location in the world because they work for the client!

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INSPIRED SCIENCE

PURE C COMPLEX SERUM

THE ULTIMATE BLEND OF PURE BOTANICALS AND SCIENTIFIC ADVANCEMENT FOR CREATING RADIANT SKIN. PURE C IS PREFERRED AS THE NUMBER ONE PRODUCT BY USPA CLIENTS IN 12 COUNTRIES FOR OVER TEN YEARS.

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SUPERNATURAL MAN
A Word From Founder George Jilly
Welcome to our first newsletter. I hope you enjoy this access to the many voices that inspire Uspa. Using the theme of inspiration for our first newsletter, Id like to share with you my perspective on inspiration. Inspiration can come to us in many ways and forms. Inspiration can be as simple as an idea or a design, or as complex as a ritual. The underlying common thread among all these forms of inspiration is integrity. Integrity of the idea, integrity of the design and integrity of the ritual. If you can demonstrate that integrity, it will by its nature be inspirational. I try to put as much integrity into my life as I can. I look forward to the many contributors each month sharing this space.

UCOLOUR THERAPY AFFIRMATION RANGE lipstick that IS

Ucolour Therapy came to be as a way to touch up colour at the completion of a treatment. The lipsticks themselves provide nourishing ingredients, like Sweet Almond Oil, Shea Butter, Beeswax, Jojoba Oil, and plant waxes. The colours come from pure mineral pigments found in nature. Cinnamon Bark and Peppermint essential oils give a hint of uplifting aroma and a slight tingling effect when gliding on the lips. This synergy creates a long lasting colour that fits the profile for botanical and therapeutic. Like all of Uspa, no product is created just to add to the range, rather there are inspirational and healing qualities wrapped into the benefits of each piece. Including lipsticks! Founder George Jilly went to the director of the Holistic Therapies of Australia for the full realm of the potential of colour to affect the being on another level, and guidance on how to incorporate this powerful story into the lipstick range. The director of the institute spent months gathering volumes of information on the many influences of colour in all modalities of study, from the psychology of colour related to personality, chakras, and colour healing, as well as the Elements of Chinese Medicine (fire, earth, air, water, metal), male and female energies, the four seasons, and the twelve signs of the Zodiac relative to planets and their energy. She broke down the primary colours and their significance (clear sky with clear thinking for blue), uses, and combinations, such as combining blue with red to create violet. George selected the final seven colours after carefully researching to find those on a global level that remain top sellers year after year.

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We were then given a profile of each Uspa lip colour - how it balances energetically on all of the levels researched. A Positive Affirmation based on the colour confirmations in relation to the chakras and healing vibrational frequencies connected with each lipstick, fulfilling the Colour Therapy aspect of each piece.

When women are told the story of how colour affects our well being and has been used historically for healing, they find themselves drawn to the affirmation. The colour often reinforces their personality, or strengthens an area they wish to improve. Of course, in the end, it has to be a colour the woman will enjoy wearing, but we have found when the intuition is engaged, they chose the colour that works best for them. Presenting the lipsticks in an environment for learning something new about oneself creates greater appreciation, as this item can become one of the fastest moving items in any economy. Lipsticks are one of the few proven recession proof purchases! See the story of how uspa distributor Marlies Stavert-Suyskens, a colour specialist, marries her knowledge with the lipsticks on page 3.

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DISTRIBUTOR SPOTLIGHT BLOSSOM PRODUCTS: THE NETHERLANDS

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essence of life and the symbol of strength. red is courageous, a sign of vibrancy, a stimulant giving strength and vitality to the body. red can excite, it gets you noticed, encourages boldness.

Marlies Stavert-Suyskens has been affiliated with Uspa since 2002 and has been in the beauty industry since 1988. Her company Blossom Products distributes Uspa in the Benelux: The Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg. She has been in the beauty industry for over thirty years, and brings a wealth of expertise to Uspa. Marlies is unique in that she is also an expert in identifying skin tones and assisting clients in maximizing the power of colour in makeup and clothing. We asked Marlies for her take on the Colour Therapy Lipsticks. Clients often comment on the lip colours having great staying power for a natural lipstick, being neither too moist or too dry. Since the pallet is seven colours, I encourage clients to mix shades to create an entirely new colour. The softer colours can double as cheek colour as well, by dabbing lightly on well moisturised skin. Marlies continues, When clients have gone through their colour chart, they respond well, appreciating what colours suit their season. Curious to know more about combinations? Contact Marlies through our email newsletter@uspa.com.au. Find Uspa through Blossom throughout The Netherlands. Expression can mellow Realization, and I Trust can add more pink to Wisdom, while Reborn can add shimmer to any colour. MSS

Beauty to me is about being comfortable in your own skin. That, or a kick ass red lipstick. Gwyneth Paltrow

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THE SPA RITUAL

featured spa
THE SPA RITUAL in scenic Calgary, Canada features Uspa in their inspired spa experiences, creating synergy with their philosophy, Devoted to Your Path in Rejuvenation. Founder Shauna Walker traveled extensively to bring authenticity from Asia to The Spa Ritual. Her philosophy creates a sanctuary from everyday life - we inspire sensory journeys that awaken ones senses of contentment and self-awareness. The spa has achieved many accolades for their commitment to sustainability and luxurious services, a philosophy complemented by Uspas environmental efforts. Most recently they achieved the SpaExcellence Certification, a culmination of many months of organizing and documenting The Spa Rituals Quality assurance system.

The Royal Thai Suite hosts the Uspa Lulur Ceremony, a room dedicated to maximize this experience for couples with a Bali Moon Tub, cascading rain shower, foot ritual area and side by side tables. We are so pleased to have the Spa Ritual represent Uspa in Canada, and look forward to many years of inspired growth.

The Spa Ritual 106 Crowfoot Terrace NW Calgary, AB T3G 4J8 T: 403 547 9558 www.thesparitual.com
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Because I love the Uspa story, I believe in the concept, which makes it the perfect fit for The Spa Ritual Shauna Walker, President
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The Uspa brand has been greatly strengthened with the addition of Immersion, our flagship spa. Created to showcase retail and signature treatments, host training & the corporate office, Immersion is the foundation for the Uspa experience, our methodology and philosophy. The spa provides a platform for those keen to replicate the authenticity of Uspa as they are taken through the entire experience with our signature elements. Our goal is for spa goers to have the same Uspa experience in Langkawi and Dublin and Vail, and Immersion has facilitated this beautifully, offering a formula for success that can be duplicated.

Uspa invite all of our clients to visit us at our flagship location in Brighton, Victoria, a suburb of Melbourne. We spent over a year creating the space to immerse our guests in the Uspa experience.

The treatments my partner and I received at Uspa were exquisite. Their experienced therapists took great care of us before and after the session and the blend of products used were amazing, very aromatic and so subtle on the skin. L. Kuoch
Uspa endeavored to incorporate local influences specific to the spas unique place & culture, effectively expanding the thought process to include the spa itself. Immersion is an amazing example of utilising local resources and up-cycling to create a one of a kind finished space. Many of the elements within the spa come from local resources, such as reclaimed wood floors from local piers, original bricks from the Victorian style building, local unique antique furnishings and repurposed pieces to create tables for displays. The eco-friendly elements extend into many other efforts that help offset our carbon footprint and we invite you explore more on our blog. We look forward to sharing the Uspa experience with you in 2011, whether in Melbourne or a spa near you!

Uspa presents a culmination of years of inspiration with Uspa Immersion in Brighton, Australia. A noted trend for 2011 is the expansion of global spa branding. The strength of branding is in creating a superb portfolio of therapies and products that people will identify with on a global scale. If you exceed expectations, people will consistently seek you out for this experience and branding is key when it comes to your spas message.

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Uspa, as seen in...
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See our website for more media mentions

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Cosmopolitan/Australian Beauty Awards July 2010 USPA HAIRCARE

Winner! Best Texturiser Uhaircare Sweet Orange Texturizing Shine Runner Up Best Style Cream Uspa Supernatural Marshmallow Natural Variable Control Runner Up Best Shampoo & Conditioner (Coloured/Damaged Hair) Uspa Supernatural Wheatgrass Protective Shampoo and Conditioner

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MEET SARA-ANN GOUBEAUD

When I was new to Olympia, WA, I began discovering and experimenting with things like aromatherapy, energy work, the energetic properties of stones, visualization, and the power of intention. As I stepped back into the beauty industry, these newfound allies became interwoven into my work as a hairdresser. I began offering clients a piece of rose quartz to hold onto during their treatment in order to help them feel more calm and relaxed. I also began each haircut with a scalp massage during which I encouraged them to set an intention for what theyd like to release through the haircut. Its been 7 years since the Beauty Temple was born and I now see clearly the effect that these intentional rituals have on both my clients and myself. Adding rituals into a clients experience creates a sense of stepping into a different space and time a break from our busy lives.

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Incorporating an opportunity to set intentions can really bring the two of you more fully into the present moment. It can be as simple as inviting them to come up with a word of the day for themselves, having them pick an inspirational word card and reflect what it means to them, or even visualizing the water washing away what no longer serves them while getting their hair washed. The possibilities are infinite.

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Adding rituals into a clients experience creates a sense of stepping into a different space and time - a break from our busy lives. SA
For some people it will be just the thing that sets you apart from other salons and spas. It can become less about the actual treatment and more about the overall experience. I am passionate about offering holistic and earth friendly salon and spa services to my clients, and Uspa has been a perfect fit for this endeavor. Clients appreciate the unique and intimate experience they have each time they visit the Beauty Temple.

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Uspa is pleased to present our inspired new website, reinvented to encompass the expanded story of our pure botanical range of skin, body and haircare. The updated site pays homage to our authentic beginnings in Melbourne, Australia, while embracing phenomenal growth as a sought after range in over twelve countries in the last ten years. We have grown grassroots through the hands of professionals and clients who have achieved great results to now be in some of the most revered spas in the world, as well as the dedicated boutique spas and salons in your neighborhood. All have one thing in common, a passion for sharing the Uspa experience. We invite you to explore the new format, presented on the backdrop of our signature pure Australian landscape. Click on the link provided to experience the site, and we look forward to your feedback. We also thank you for your patience during this transition and your continued support over the years.
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Four Seasons, Denver, CO Sante Spa, Victoria, BC St. Regis, Bahia Beach, Puerto Rico Imagen Spa, Portland, Oregon Grassroots Wellness Spa, Spokane, Washington The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, Colorado Aria Spa at Vail Cascade, Colorado Lodge at Vail, Colorado

I love to give people, the Lulur Coco Cream. I havent met someone that doesnt love the scent of this cream. Every time I use it, the aroma transports me back to childhood days spent at the beach. So I love to share this product with friends and family ;) Briony Staley

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SOCIAL MEDIA:connected? following? tweeting? reading?

Our facebook fans now represent over 21 countries, and often win products for their valuable feedback and involvement. Use this media to stay connected and learn how others enjoy Uspa. Look for Uspa under a PAGES search. Like us to see regular updates. We blog so you can learn more! All you ever wanted to know about macadamia, sun defense, or how a treatment came to be. uspaglobal.blogspot.com Do You Tweet? We do! Follow our tweets @uspaglobal through twitter. Why? Youll find a community of fellow passioneers in the spa community, a whole new resource for what you want to know about, from skin care, hair care, spas, business, events, tips, scoop, eco related, & health with links to great articles and websites to boot! Go forth and tweet!

global distribution
USPA GLOBAL Corporate Headquarters 1800 638 914 +613 9596 0522 AUSTRALIA New South Wales Select Botanicals +612 9817 0400 Queensland Sunstate Therapy Supplies +617 5493 6555 Victoria Oborne Health Supplies 1300 887 188 Western Australia Dual Perfection Distribution +618 9248 5020 Australian National Haircare Distribution Luxury Beauty Concepts +613 9510 6051 CANADA MD + Spa Source 1877 488 0288 NEW ZEALAND Celtine Ltd +64 9 527 2851 NETHERLANDS, BELGIUM, LUXEMBOURG Blossom +31 13 513 3077 REPUBLIC OF IRELAND Renaissance Products Ltd +353 1 832 1412 SINGAPORE & MALAYSIA Uspa Singapore +65 6509 1158 TAIWAN Canjune +886 2708 1279 USA PACIFIC NORTHWEST Uspa USA +206 812 0518 RESORT & DESTINATION Ageless Esthetics +877 721 7975

Global spas and salons

Nadur, Ballygarry, Ireland Immersion, Brighton, Australia Four Seasons, Westlake, California Canjune, Taipei Sante Spa at Bear Mountain, Victoria, BC Pure Indulgence, New Zealand The Skin Conditioner, Holland Nouveaute, Netherlands Body Freedom, Melbourne Mirror Lake Inn, Lake Placid, NY

Ageless Esthetics was recently presented the Outstanding Member award by the Las Vegas Spa Association. Congratulations!

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