It’s that time of year again to think pink. Before the ghouls and goblins of Halloween come out to play, you can do your part in supporting National Breast Cancer Awareness Month by taking part in a purely pink event near you. Spa and salons across the Valley and beyond are making it easy to support the cause. Here’s just a sampling.
Relax, Meditate & Get in Shape at Agave, The Arizona Spa at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Scottsdale.
Throughout October, for every purchase of a regular price 50-minute Pink Facial, Wellness Massage or Meditation CalmQuest with the Vaughn Center, Agave Spa will donate 10% of the purchase price to the Phoenix Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Agave is also offering a special Power in Pink fitness promotion. The Power in Pink training program, part of the exclusive FORE-MAX Fitness Training, assists women of all ages and fitness levels get a kick-start on their fitness. For $295 (a $400 value), participants get eight fitness sessions. Agave will donate 10 percent of the Power in Pink proceeds to the Phoenix Chapter of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. To book a treatment or enroll in the Power in Pink training program, call 480.624.1202.
Weight Loss Challenge at La Bella Vita Health and Wellness Center, Scottsdale.
During the month of October, La Bella Vita will donate $1 for every pound lost by their clients to the Phoenix Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. La Bella Vita offers doctor-supervised HCG weight loss programs that help patients reset their metabolism, overcome weight-loss resistance and maintain an optimal weight. For info, call La Bella Vita at 480.391.9999.
Pink Hours at Revive Spa at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, Phoenix.
Who needs happy hour when you’ve got pink hour? Throughout October, pink hours will be from 11 am to 2 pm and 5 to 7 pm Sunday through Thursday. When you book a massage, facial, scrub or wrap during pink hours, 10% of treatment price will benefit the Arizona Institute for Breast Health. For Revive Spa appointments or more info on Revive’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month promotion, call 480.293.3700.
Spend a Day at the Spa at Aji Spa at the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass & Spa, Chandler.
Aji Spa has created the Positively Pink package to support The Gila River Cancer Support Group. For $250 including gratuity, you can indulge in a relaxing spa day that includes a 25-minute Aji facial, Pretty Pink Pedicure, lunch at the Aji Spa café, custom-designed pink Aji Spa robe (retail value $120) and local artisan crafted pink bracelet. A portion of the proceeds from every Positively Pink package booked will directly benefit the research, prevention, early-detection clinics and care provided by the Gila River Cancer Support Group. To book the Positively Pink package, call 602.385.5759 and mention “Positively Pink” when booking.
Shocking Hair at Mood Swings Salon, Tempe.
Head to Mood Swings during October and make a fun and funky statement in support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The salon is offering hot or light pink single strand extensions for $10, which will be entirely donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. This year Mood Swings hopes to raise more than $1,500 during the month of October. For more info, call Mood Swings at 480.968.0268.
Celebrate Life & Love Party at VH Spa for Vitality + Health at Hotel Valley Ho, Scottsdale.
Celebrate Life and Love with a VH Spa party on Sunday, Oct. 10 , from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. For a ticket price of $150, guests will enjoy four mini-treatments, fitness classes and delicacies catered by Hotel Valley Ho paired with cocktails and beverages from Tea Forte. Guests will receive a gift bag full of spa goodies and a gift certificate for a 60-minute spa service of their choice, valid through Oct. 31, 2010. As part of the event, VH Spa will make a donation to Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation. Reserve your spot and schedule your mini services with the spa at 480.421.7777.
Wining and Dining at Starwood Resorts across Arizona.
Treat yourself to a glass of wine for a cause at six Starwood resorts and hotels in Arizona during the month of October. The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa, The Phoenician and The Westin La Paloma are among the Starwood properties serving a special ONEHOPE California Chardonnay to support their commitment to Breast Cancer Awareness Month. ONEHOPE donates 50% of profits generated from the sales of every bottle of its Chardonnay to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. And be sure to visit the spas while you’re there and do something healthy for yourself!
Photo: Courtesy of Agave, The Arizona Spa at The Westin Kierland Resort.
