The next time you visit the Big Apple (aka New York), I am sure you can find a spa salon almost in every block through out the city.  Surely, you will not know which ones have better service for their money.  Sometimes, you might hit one with poor service that scare you away for another visit again.  Show no fear, there are loads of these salons around town.

Whether you are in need for a quick mani-pedi or a massage before a night out, try out Spa Belles.  A family-run spa destination since 1996, there are eight convenient locations throughout New York City.  With over 10 years in the business, they sure know a thing or two how to pamper their customers. 

So, try them out and see what do you think.  Have an escape of the daily grind and enjoy a quick manicure, pedicure or express facial to rejuvenate yourself within a New York minute!

Hello Everyone,

We would love to hear about your favorite Spa locations, Day Spa, or Spa Resort hotels?

Did you just celebrate your wedding, engagement, birthday or Spa parties at a special place?

Please share your experience and send in your comments on our Cozy Petal Blog.  We cannot wait to hear them!

xoxo   Cozy Petal Team

My friend, Marlene who lives in Miami have just recommended me to check out this website ‘Just Ask Boo’.  Though I don’t live in Florida, I found this site fun and informative.  Is like a gigantic posting board, and perfect for the locals.

So, what is ‘Just Ask Boo’ you ask?

This is what they said:

‘JustAskBoo and the eJAB newsletter are brought to you by Boo Zamek and her extraordinary team.’

Their site mission is:

‘You haven’t heard? Silly. Boo is the answer to every question. It’s where yin found yang, where salt found pepper and where the cat found meow. Sign up and receive the eJab newsletter several times a week, delivered for free right to your inbox without all the cat hair. No spam, no scams, no worries.’

I know you all probably sick of getting all these Marketing Newsletter in your email box daily, but I have signed up with this one and keep reading their weekly newsletters.  I get to know about local events and keep my conversations going with Marlene.  What a treat!

Most people I know love chocolates…ok, Everyone LOVES chocolates!!

We associate chocolate with pleasure, so just the smell will stimulate a body’s “feel happy” chemicals and a sense of well-being.  Perhaps that is why a growing number of products infused with chocolate scent: candles, soaps, body lotion, or even fragrance.

So, we often have customers asking for the ‘Sonoma Chocolate Scented Pillows’ for a little

‘Chocolate Therapy’ …but without the calories!

(http://www.cozypetal.com/22/)

One of my favorite chocolate shops is Jacques Torres in Brooklyn – DUMBO (‘Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass’). You can check out what they are making through the kitchen window. Summer time is best to enjoy these yummy goodies sitting outside, watching people going by…For the colder days, sipping a mug of their rich and creamy hot chocolate inside the shop is a great treat!

If you also enjoy organic chocolates like me, try Green & Black (www.greenandblackdirect.com). Indulge yourself with their wonderful gift sets for special occasions or just enjoy a single bar today.

Dagoda (www.dagobachocolate.com) is another organic brand I love.  Their unique blends of ingredients such as ‘Lavender’, ‘Roseberry’, or ‘Mon Cherri’ are such a delightful snack.

So, if you enjoy cooking or making desserts, here is a website you should not missed, Seduction Meals (www.seductionmeals.com).   Their concept is about ‘Food + Romance’ and the premise is that everyone should learn to master one dish that is their signature dish – a Seduction Meal to enchant and captivate that special someone in your life.’  You guess it; there are various Chocolate recipes…try them out tonight, and see what happens…

I love, love my Designer Flip Flops!  Why? Because I am my own Footwear Designer by adding Rhinestone Charms to these flip flops.  I can spell out names, phrases and maybe just add a few fun charms whenever I like it.

Recently, I got married! Wearing those super high-heels might look great with my wedding dresses (yes, I had several changes thru the party), but my feet didn’t appreciate them too much. So in between photo shoot, I switched to my ‘Just Married’ Flip-Flops!  These rhinestone charms add sparkle and bling bling to my feet.  I can also add these charms to my matching bracelets.  Have some fun and accessorize them!

Here is an article I read from Newsweek magazine that I found very interesting, titled:
‘When Your Child Is Away’.

It stated that:
‘Does the thought of dropping your child off at camp send you into fits of separation anxiety? If so, you’re not alone. The American Camp Association (www.acacamps.org) says it’s seen an increase in “kidsickness” from parents, whose intense relationship with their children makes it harder to let go.’

Peg Smith, CEO of the ACA gave some tips on making those weeks alone easier for parents. She said that ‘Camp is a time for kids to take a break from their parents, too. They won’t forget you. If you don’t hear from your children, view it as a positive sign: they are simply busy and having fun.’

Among my friends who send their kids to Summer Camp, they can identify and relate to this issue. Great that nowadays, there are loads of website forums and bloggers such as: (http://tweenparenting.about.com), (www.CafeMom.com), (www.SheKnows.com) where moms can share their experiences and feelings with others.

When I started to design our ‘Summer Camp-Spa Care Packages or SleepOver Spa Gift Baskets’ for Cozy Petal, I knew that these Gift Baskets will bring some joy to both the senders and the girls who received them.

Just think about this: We all can use some TLC and a little pampering! When your girls receive a Gift Basket at Camp that wraps with a big bow with all the Spa & Sparkle goodies – that’s just another way to show that you love them, you care while they are away from home…

Cozy Petal:  Summer Camp Care-Package Gift Baskets – designed with fun themes for Tweens (tweenagers).

According to the Wall Street Journal (http://online.wsj.com/public/us) last month, there is an increasing demand of young girls going for spa-treatments with their moms. Some hotels have already designed special

Day Spa Packages gear to the Tweens – places such as Scoops Kid Spa at the Great Wolf Lodge (www.greatwolf.com), Four Seasons Hotel, Los Angeles (www.fourseasons.com/losangeles), and Lowes Santa Monica Beach Hotel, Los Angeles (www.loewshotels.com).

So, don’t’ be surprise that when your girls ask to come along with you on your next Spa Day appointment…it can be another great way to bond with them…Enjoy!

JERSEY CITY, N.J.– At the end of a stressful day, we all need a way to relax and feel pampered, especially during the holiday season.  Cozy Petal is an eBoutique that provides their customers with a luxurious and soothing feeling through their spa inspired products and loungewear at their online Spa Gift Shop.  With this holiday season,  there are plenty to choose from their unique Spa & Bath Gift Baskets such as Peaceful Rose,  Happy Feet, French Indulgence, or Calm & Relax.  Send someone you care or reward that hard working individual in your life with these special pampering gifts at any occasion.  Cozy Petal also offers a variety of unique spa-themed gifts for teen girls’ sleepover, and bridal shower parties.

“With the daily stress of women, my company offers them a guilt-free way to relax with the home-spa experience. Cozy Petal also focuses on wellness life style by offering natural and organic products,” says Founder, Ellen Lau Zarrell. ”I feel that there is a way for women to lounge around in a stylish, fashionable way. I call our lounge-wear ‘Lounge-Around-Wear’ which are versatile to be worn at home and when going out.”

Now you can simply surf on Cozy Petal, and find exciting gift packages that create an experience to remember. Whether it’s an in-home Spa Gift Basket or Luxury Robe, Cozy Petal has perfect ideas for that special someone in your life. On top of treating someone you love to an unforgettable gift, you will be giving them the chance to transform themselves into an oasis of tranquility where they can escape and rejuvenate while turning their home into the ultimate day spa. Perfect alone, or hold a Spa Party.

Gift givers can select from an array of products that say “You deserve it” including; Luxury Spa and Bath products, Spa and Bridal Shower Gifts, Luxury Style Spa Robes, Spa Sleep Masks, Spa Slippers, Aromatherapy products such as Chocolate Scented Neck Pillow and Shower Gel. Fashionistas can also personalize their own Rhinestone (Bling Bling) Spa Flip-Flops.

Cozy Petal also carries a beautiful selection of intimate apparel, sleepwear, lounge-wear and accessories. Products can be purchased online at www.CozyPetal.com which carries many leading brands of spa and bath product lines that can help you relax, revitalize your heart & soul and rejuvenate your senses.

Watch a loved one’s eyes light up, surprise that special someone and reward that hard working individual in your life from Cozy Petal. Our gifts provide your loved ones with amazing lasting memories.

Cozy Petal maintains a focused vision of excellence, taking pride in its dedication to its customers by offering the best quality merchandise.

Holiday special is offered to Cozy Petal customers.  Simply enter code HOLSALE at Checkout for the entire month of December 2009.

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