why a bliss gift card is the ‘mother’ of all gifts

Mom always told you to plan ahead—but if you still haven’t gotten her a Mother’s Day gift, you haven’t really heeded her advice. But before I tell you why a Bliss gift card is the perfect pick (especially for procrastinators), I’m going to tell you why the usual predictable presents aren’t.

Let’s start with flowers: hello, ho-hum! I mean, sure, they’re pretty, and no one’s going to bemoan a bouquet of blooms—but do they show imagination or more than a minute’s thought? Nope. Plus, they wither and die (I’m just saying).

What about clothes and jewelry? Those are a little more creative, but let’s be real: does anyone know your mom’s style better than she does? The chances that you’ll pick something she loves (and that fits her) are slim. At best, you’re probably facing a pasted smile when she gets a load of that trendy top, and an inquiry as to whether you got a gift receipt.

Next on the chopping block: cookware. Look, your mom might be a regular Julia Child, but giving her a panini press is just another way of saying, “Mom, go make me a sandwich.” Does she really need to spend even more time slaving in the kitchen?

I could go on—but instead, I’ll tell you why a Bliss gift card beats all of those ‘blah’ ideas. First, it’s a guaranteed pleaser—just try and find a woman who would say no to a spa treatment or beauty product. Second, she gets options—she can redeem it on a spa service (or one of our pre-picked packages), or buy products from our catalog, blissworld.com or in-spa stores. Third, you’re giving her a gift she really deserves: me-time. Unlike that panini press, this gift lets her sit back and relax, whether it’s during a muscle-melting massage or a five-minute at-home mask.

Oh, and one more plus: it’s easy-peasy for you—all you have to choose is the amount. And it lets you last-minute givers breathe a sigh of relief, because even if you don’t have the chance to stop at one of our spas to pick up the plastic version, you can have an e-card sent to mom’s inbox instantly (hey, at least half the moms out there are web-savvy by now).

So there you have it: a Bliss gift card truly is the ‘mother’ of all gifts. Does the woman who wiped your nose clean for all those years deserve anything less?

Miss Bliss

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this valentine’s day, make her feel warm…and not fuzzy

Us girls may look excited when our guys present us with a box of chocolates or a skimpy bra and panties—but we’re really thinking, “UGH. Hand me my fatgirlslim.”

So, with the lovefest just two days away, we’ve got a better Valentine’s gift idea for all you procrastinating men out there: forget the standard stuffed animal and give your girl a better kind of ‘bare’ with a gift card for a brazilian bikini wax at one of our spas.

I mean, it’s a ‘skin’-win situation: she’ll be impressed that you knew enough to send her to the friendliest, most pain-free destination for below-the-belt ‘groom’ service on the planet, and…well, we think the benefits for you are pretty obvious. (Maybe she’ll even sport that skimpy lingerie after all.)

Of course, she can put the gift card towards any other service, too—like a glow-getting facial. (Although, she’ll light up so brightly when she sees that gift card, she may not even need it.)

So when it comes to Valentine’s gift giving, keep it simple, ‘Cupid’: pick up a Bliss gift card or e-card online or at any of our spas. The only thing left for me to say? You’re welcome.

Hugs + ‘blisses’,

Miss Bliss

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big ‘primpin’

Ah, Fall. The crisp weather. The cozy fashion. The new Bliss catalog (which you can sign up for here). Don’t you just love the amped-up energy that makes everything feel so exciting and new? (Or wait. Was that The Love Boat?) No matter. All I’m saying is that people have been abuzz about so many things lately. And, of course, the people that Miss Bliss rolls with have all been buzzing about–what else?–our favorite tension-taming, skin-smoothing, better-bodifying treatments! Here’s a primer in some of our most sought after:

The Youth As We Know It Facial
Miss Bliss has a beauty editor friend at a schmancy magazine who swears by this fine-line-fixing, age-attacking, glow-getting facial. So effective (yet gentle enough for this pretty pal’s delicate flower of a face) is this regenerating treatment , that she got asked to a fraternity mixer buy a cute coed at her college homecoming game. (Reader, said friend has been an alumnus since ’93!) That is truly a victory for the ‘ages’. My favorite thing about this facial is that you can leave looking fountain-of-youth fabulous immediately. (No red, blotchy downtime to consider because extractions are totally optional.) And, you get your mug massaged with a mushroom enzyme peel that gives you a lit-from-within radiance.

Triple oxygen treatment
Since this is our most popular peau-prettifying pick, you know it must be a true crowd pleaser! A celeb-fave, this complexion perfecter includes a power cleansing, serious skin-sloughing, expert-esthetician extractions, an oxygen and milk mask that will seriously transport you to another relaxation realm (not to mention leave your skin looking luminous), and a major moisturizing pack plus bright-boosting oxygen spray. This has become Miss Bliss’ requisite go-to gift for all her bride-to-be buddies; it’s super for all skin types and guarantees a wedding-day glow.

Brazilian bikini wax
While I could sum this up by telling you that you’ll be saying “WOW” instead of “OWW!”, I think this Bliss customer says it best: “My only option when it comes to getting waxed. By far the best and pain-less…worth every dime.”
(– Tiffany, Bronx, NY). We agree, sister, we agree! Thanks to our special skin-saving wax, our experts’ gentle touch, and other Bliss-particular practices this wax will truly make you a believer in fearless fuzz busting.

Blissage 75
If ever there were a one-size-fits-all treatment, this would be it. The level of complete and utter calm you feel will melt your muscles and boggle your mind. We dare you not to fall asleep! Zoning in on your most overworked muscles, this 75-minute warming rubdown will make you feel like your reset button has been pressed. Head-clearing, skin-silkifying, and stress-soothing, this is the ultimate escape.

Hot milk & almond pedicure
This 60-minute ‘sole’-saving pedi is such a ‘feat’ that it will earn a regular spot in your appointment calendar. After your tootsies are tenderized in a steamed whole milk and almond oil bath, they’re scrubbed within an inch of their lives, and then painted in the hue of your hankering. In fact, Miss Bliss and two of her friends ran the Chicago Marathon this year (in the freezing cold), and our most powerful motivation was not a medal, not seeing our loved ones at the finish, not even the bragging rights. Nope, it was the knowledge that we had the next morning’s first appointment for the Hot Milk and Almond Pedicure.
True story.

Try one, try all. You won’t be disappointed. And, if you already have a fave, won’t you please divulge? We’d love to know what makes you say, “spaaaahhh”.

Bliss on!

Valentine’s Day is not a one-size-fits-all holiday!

latte-loveWhether the closest relationship you currently have is with the cute barista at Starbucks who knows exactly how you like your morning latte (double tall skinny mocha with whip) or you’re growing old (but not wrinkly because you wear spf 15 with pa++ every day) with the one you love, here are Miss Bliss’ top date + gift recommendations for every stage of the game.

1. For the couple who just started dating: Skip the candlelit dinners and avoid that uncomfortable feeling in your stomach as you watch couples get engaged. Instead, go ice skating together. It’s a great excuse to hold hands!

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gift for him:-keep it practical bliss wild ‘beard’ stuff set ($32) includes a self-heating shaving cream that mimics an old-school barber shop shave and post-shave repair lotion to prevent ingrown hairs and minimize the appearance of 5 o’clock shadow, so his face will be kissable all day long.

gift for her: ‘Butter’ her up with our freshly-squeezed lemon + sage body butter.

2. For the couple who are in deep-like with each other: You haven’t said the 3 magic words yet. Save it for after Valentine’s day when the Godiva has worn off. Celebrating on a budget? Grab some gourmet groceries + cook up a fancy dinner at home, buy a bottle of wine, pop in a DVD and snuggle on the couch.

gift for him: building blocks iPod speakers available at Urban Outfiters are an adorable gift.

gift for her: Laura Geller Lip Makeover Set will leave her lips impossible to resist.

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3. Call each other Snugglebums + Pookie Bear in public? Sounds like love to me!

gift for him: Our deep tissue treatment is a male favorite. You can’t go wrong with a deep-reaching rubdown intended to relieve those stubborn knots.

gift for her:Cook her breakfast in bed! Don’t know how to cook? No worries-foodnetwork.com has tons of recipe ideas and the level of difficulty is labeled on each recipe. Then, send her off to the spa. A bliss gift certificate makes the perfect gift and is guaranteed to please.

If you forgot the big day, you’re one easy click away from getting out of the dog house with an e-card!

Happy Early Valentine’s Day!
xoxo <3 Karen
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Bliss/Philips Bikini Perfect

I can’t believe I didn’t think of mentioning this product yesterday! The Bliss/Philips Bikini Perfect Deluxe Spa Edition is the absolute PERFECT solution to keep fuzz at bay between waxings. It’s cordless, re-chargeable, and SHOWER FRIENDLY! It’s everything I dreamed of and more from a trimmer.

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When I got my paws on one last year, I was amazed at all the different features the trimmer has. Not to mention, it fits perfectly in the size of a woman’s hand. I have very petite fingers and anything bulky just would not do! This little gem is has six different attachments for all your hair removal needs:
•Precision Trimmer perfectly grooms bikini line with precision and comfort.
•Precision Comb ensures even grooming results. Adjusts to 5 length settings.
•Eyebrow Comb trims entire eyebrow to a uniform length.
•Micro Trimmer shapes and defines eyebrows or removes a single hair.
•Micro Shaver extra smooth & safe with hypo-allergenic foil.
•Epilator removes hair by the root for smooth skin for weeks.

My favorite attachment is the epilator-the lovely Miss Donna suggested using it to remove hair from the under arm. I thought she was crazy. “You want me to do WHAT with this thing to my delicate lady pits!?” but two days later, there I was in my bedroom epilating my underarms and singing Donna’s praises because I didn’t have to shave for the next 3 weeks. If you can handle cramps, childbirth, or a bikini wax, you can epilate. This is not the same as the 1980′s torture device that will remain nameless *cough cough* Epilady.

The trimmer came in so handy when I went on vacation, too. I went on a sun & fun vacation and brought the trimmer with me, which was great because it’s travel-friendly. Just put the trimmer, charger and heads you’ll need into its cute little Bliss bag and you’re good to go! If you buy the Bliss/Philips Bikini Perfect Deluxe Spa Edition you’ll also receive try-me sizes of bliss lemon+sage body butter (1oz), bliss lemon+sage body scrub (1oz), and 5 bliss ingrown hair eliminating peeling pads, which are great travel companions.

Bliss Kisses! <3 Karen

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