We know hair. We know makeup. We know nails. We know spa treatments. We know massages.

Just like you know the ins and outs of your business, Paul Conzo Day Spa and Hair Salon prides itself on staying up to date on the latest beauty trends. That’s why our experienced team of hair stylists, colorists, aestheticians, nail technicians and massage therapists are always eager to attend professional development training in their areas of expertise.

Recently, Paul Conzo’s Joanna Crossman, a 30-year beauty industry professional with a masters degree in Redken Color and Cutting, and Nikki LeSage, a Paul Mitchell- and Redken Color-certified special occasion updo and makeup master, jetted off to Chicago for America’s Beauty Show to see the latest hair fashions, cuts and colors. They attended comprehensive advanced classes in color correction, color creativity, razor cutting, dry cutting and hair extensions.

Are you looking for a fabulous new haircut and color for spring 2012? Um—yes, who isn’t! Book your appointment now. Joanna and Nikki are eager to share with you the latest and greatest trends of the beauty trade for 2012. They and the rest of Paul Conzo’s team can advise you on a fabulous look that will showcase you as the trendsetting beauty buzzer you know you are!

Super Tuesday is days away, and Republicans across Massachusetts will cast their votes for the nominee that will represent the party in the upcoming Presidential election. But, that’s not the only election in town!

Yup, it’s that time of year again—time to cast your vote for the best hair salon and best day spa in Worcester. It only takes a minute to vote, so get going fellow beauty buffs!

Now’s your chance to vote Paul Conzo Day Spa & Hair Salon Worcester’s best day spa and best hair salon for 2012. Don’t forget, too, while your casting your ballot to vote for your favorite hair stylist and massage therapist here at Paul Conzo, too! (You must vote in at least 15 categories for your vote to count, but that’s no biggie since Worcester Magazine makes it a snap to vote.)

We’re so grateful to everyone who voted in Worcester Mag’s Best of 2011 and 2010 contests, where we earned kudos in the day spa category, and we want to keep our streak, which began in the early 1990s, going.

Paul Conzo Day Spa & Hair Salon has been in business since 1987. Our team of hair stylists, colorists, manicurists, estheticians and massage therapists are on top of current and emerging beauty and wellness trends. The bottom line: We know our stuff and we can’t wait to pamper you once you walk through our doors. Perhaps most importantly we don’t just strive to meet your expectations we go the extra mile, giving you a total beauty experience that leaves you looking and feeling superb.

Paul Conzo also offers many fabulous spa packages. Not sure which one to choose? No problem. Our experienced staff can help you choose the spa treatments that are right just for you. Plus, we make gift giving a snap, delivering one-stop shopping with our handy, dandy online gift cards.

And, we’re always delivering you deals on fabulous high-end beauty products. Right now we’re running a special on Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Shampoos and Conditioners (in lavender mint, lemon sage and original), our featured March products of the month. Get $5 off a 10-ounce bottle. Talk about a great deal! Offer expires March 31, 2012 and is available on products purchased here at the salon. We should mention, too, that Paul Conzo carries many other great beauty products by Yonka, Moroccanoil, Bare Escentuals and MD Formulations.

Remember, you only get one vote so make yours count! Oh, and while the polls are open Worcester Mag will draw a name each week and that lucky voter will win an Uno’s Restaurant gift card. Not a bad deal for voting Paul Conzo Worcester’s top day spa and hair salon.

And, while we’re on it: Share with us your thoughts on what you think makes a day spa and hair salon a “best of” pick. Your vote and your voice matter here at Paul Conzo! Go ahead, don’t be shy, share your thoughts on Paul Conzo’s Facebook wall.

Looking for the perfect new hair color for spring 2012? Paul Conzo Day Spa & Hair Salon has some juicy nuggets of info we’d like to share on how to choose the best hair color for you as the days continue to warm and the sun continues to rise brightly in the spring sky (only 25 more days until spring officially arrives, but who’s counting!).

Let’s start with what’s hot on the runways and the red carpet right now. For blondes, it’s all about soft, golden color that’s got dimension (à la highlights). Not too many highlights, though. Paul Conzo’s experienced team of hair colorists, many of whom have trained at Paul Mitchell’s Color Expert Class as well as the Redken Exchange in New York City, know that too much of a good thing can leave the hair dry and brittle. We want you to give you that sun-kissed, natural glow that celebrity beauties like Diane Kruger, January Jones and Claire Danes are donning these days.

For brunettes, having just come off our Valentine’s Day chocolate high Paul Conzo really likes  rich, deep brown roots enhanced with soft golden touches of color throughout the tresses. For highlights in the brunette department it’s all about being subtle. Chunky highlights while fun and funky can make you look dated if you go too wild with their application. Our team of colorists can come up with a brunette-bombshell look that’s perfect for you: Think Sandra Bullock, Rachael Weisz, Anne Hatheway and Jessica Alba for some inspiration.

For all you red heads and wanna-be red heads out there (this Beauty Buzzer included!), concentrate on undertones. What you don’t want is too much violet or purple in the mix, as this can make your hair look less than authentic. When discussing your desired look with your colorist, remember these buzz words: rich copper, deep red, sparking ginger and auburn. Alerting your colorist to the look you’re going for will help him or her concoct the perfect mix of red for you. Want some “inspiration rouge”? Think Nicole Kidman (ginger), Debra Messing  (deep red) and Juliane Moore (rich copper/auburn)—all who are sporting simply ravishing reds these days.

Thinking about going noir? Then, think shine! A matte black is not the most flattering look. Paul Conzo’s colorists understand this. They also know that too much red or blue in the mix can result in a less-than-natural look. Right now, we’re really liking the color on Courtney Cox, Salma Hayek (always a favorite!) and Halle Berry.

So, with a new season about to spring, isn’t it time you considered a new look? Book your color consultation with Paul Conzo today. Our expert team will help you select the color, highlights and lowlights that are perfect for spring 2012.

And, if you’re thinking about coloring up someone else’s day with a bright and cheery pick-me-up, why not treat them with a gift certificate to Paul Conzo Day Spa & Hair Salon so they can get their very own hair color makeover for spring? You can buy a gift card right now in a few simple clicks of your mouse. With fabulous, shiny and vibrant hair color that computer gadget will be the only mousy thing in your life this spring.

See you soon!

What does your skin deserve every day? Why only the finest skin-care products to keep it clean, supple and healthy, of course!

Paul Conzo Day Spa & Hair Salon is proud to use Yonka products. Why so beaming with pride you ask? Well, for starters, Yonka’s line of skin-care products are free of harsh chemicals and artificial colorants and synthetic fragrances whenever possible.

Then there’s the energizing, nourishing and protective effect Yonka’s cleaners and moisturizers have on the skin—we’re talking oodles of essential oils, as well as fruit, plant and marine extracts to lull your skin into a state of healthy, glowing bliss.

Not convinced yet? Stop by to try out Paul Conzo’s Yonka Classique Facial. Our premier facial is a deep-cleansing and restorative facial. You’ll relax as our esthetician performs a surface cleaning and micro peel before applying a triple clay masque and an eye contour treatment. Plus, we use ampules, which are free of preservatives or chemicals and contain botanical extracts, vitamins and enzymes to address every skin type and deficiency. Ampoules may seem purely magical since they can have remarkable effects on skin conditions, such as irritations, hyper-pigmentation and aging.

The Yonka Classique Facial is just $95, and don’t forget that right now you can get 10% off when you purchase two spa treatments (choose from a facial, body treatment, massage and pedicure). But, don’t delay, this offer expires the end of this month.

If you’re already a Yonka lover, and we know there are many of you out there, don’t forget that you can purchase many Yonka products right here at Paul Conzo Day Spa and Hair Salon.

So next time you’re driving by Paul Conzo’s “yonk” for beautiful skin, or better yet stop in for a luxurious facial featuring some of the finest ingredients on the market and buy the products you need to keep your skin-care regime yonkin’ beautiful!

Pampering isn’t just for the ladies. In fact, it’s far from it! According to SPA Future Thinking, 34 percent of men said they think having a beauty regime improves their love lives and 25 percent said it enhances their careers. Plus, a recent KSL Resort-sponsored survey reveals that nearly 75 percent of American men believe spa treatments can ease the tension of business travel.  That finding mimics statistics compiled by the International Spa Association, which concluded that men make up about  30 percent of spa-goers nationally. While most men tend to hit the spa while they’re traveling, there are those 36 (or so) percent of them who make getting spa treatments part of their everyday health and wellness regime.

If your guy hasn’t experienced for himself what thousands of men already know, why not introduce him to the fabulously relaxing world of spa treatments as a Valentine’s Day goodie?

Here at Paul Conzo Day Spa and Hair Salon, we’ve got plenty of spa treatments that will make your honey especially sweet on you, like:

Paul Conzo’s Fitness Facial—for just $85 you can give your sweetie the gift of deeply cleansed pores and high-performance moisture. This relaxing treatment, which is ideal for the rugged sports guy or city-minded professional, will leave his skin in top-performing condition, and it’s great for skin suffering from breakouts or congestion.

Paul Conzo’s Deep Tissue Massage—for just $55 for 30 minutes or $75 for 50 minutes, you can give the man in your life the gift of a deep massage that will target specific muscle groups to relieve stress-related tension and chronic pain.

These are just a couple of options. Visit our website for a complete list of day spa treatment offerings.

And, don’t forget about Paul Conzo’s special going on until the end of February 2012: Get 10% off when you purchase any two of the following treatments—a facial, massage, body treatment or pedicure.

Hmmm…10% off TWO services? So, technically, you could get your honey a wonderful Valentine’s Day gift, plus a little something extra for you—now how sweet is that!

Valentine’s Day is just two weeks away and that means now is the time to think about what you’re going to get that special someone in your life. Paul Conzo Day Spa & Hair Salon wants you and your loved one to have a fabulous V-Day, so we’ve compiled a list of some of our most romantic and downright fabulous spa treatments that Cupid can’t resist.

Hot Stone Massage—This specialized massage will take that special somone into a deeper dimension of relaxation because our massage therapists use smooth volcanic stones and warm oils to slowly massage the body, melting tension and stress away. The deep penetrating heat of the stones makes this treatment a one-of-a-kind mind body experience that’s the perfect Valentine’s Day gift for just $95!

Can’t decide whether to give your loved one the gift of a facial or a massage. Why should you have to choose! With Paul Conzo’s Fassage your special someone will get the best of both worlds. The treatment starts with a light relaxing back massage to help ease the tension in the neck, shoulders and back. Then, our esthetician performs a Deep Pore Facial, a moisturizing hand treatment with hot mitts, and a relaxing foot massage (also just $95).

Saying “I love you” by giving the gift of a relaxing pedicure is another great Valentine’s Day gift-giving idea. Our Nature’s Pedicure for winter features a peppermint twist or chocolate pedicure. This is a truly amazing pedicure, complete with a foot and leg massage, a relaxing foot soak in our warm whirlpool foot bath where the feet are buffed smooth and nails and cuticles groomed before a warm clay is applied with a layer of warm paraffin to the feet and lower legs hydrated. The rich clay increases circulation as the minerals are absorbed deep into the skin and draws out impurities and toxins from the skin. That special someone will relax while choosing a polish. To further their relaxation, their feet and lower legs will be massaged with hot smooth stones (just $75).

Want to show that special someone just how much you love them by giving them the gift of a full day of pampering? Then, Paul Conzo’s Day of Rejuvenation spa package may be the right gift for you. This total day of rejuvenation will be appreciated for a long time to come because it includes a steam shower, an optimizer facial, a relaxing one-hour body massage, an anti-aging manicure, a moisturizing pedicure, lunch and a shampoo/blow-dry (just $354 for approximately six full hours of utter pampering).

What could be more perfect than having one of Paul Conzo’s award-winning massage therapists lull you and your partner into a state of bliss with a relaxing, stress-busting massage? Our Couples Massage is a great way for you to spend quality time with your significant other. We offer couples massages on request, with advance reservations. Call us for details on pricing and for even more fabulous Valentine’s Day gift-giving ideas.

Don’t forget, too, that through the end of February 2012, you’ll get 10 percent off facials, massages, pedicure and body treatments when you purchase two of those services.

February is just around the corner, and that means lots of us will be shopping for Valentine’s Day gifts for loved ones and even more of us (me included!) will be looking for a mid-Winter pick-me-up to get through the rest of the winter – I don’t know about you but the last few weeks of winter can tend to drag, no matter what Punxsutawney Phil sees—or doesn’t see—on Feb. 2 (Groundhog Day)!

Don’t rely on good ‘ol Phil and whether he sees his shadow or not to find out when spring will officially have sprung. Come into the warm and inviting atmosphere here at Paul Conzo Day Spa and Hair Salon for some special treatment that will surely make you feel like warmer, sunny days have already arrived.

Right now we’re running a fabulous special for the entire month of February. Get 10% off when you book any two of the following services: facial, massage, body treatment and pedicure (applies to same-person, same-day services; expires 2/29/12).

Also, winter is the driest time of year and our hair sure does take a beating. Dry hair can get mighty frizzy, not to mention downright unruly! Paul Mitchell’s Extra Body Finishing Spray is a frizz-busting beauty that’s actually great for any climate. It adds shine, fullness and texture to hair and gives you that all-day hold and oomph you’ve come to expect from Paul Mitchell.

The Extra Body Finishing Spray is now just $15. Oh, and one other thing—this finishing spray’s got one more thing you’ll absolutely want: thickening ingredients that actually grip your hair strands for added texture and va-va-voom volume! Stop by Paul Conzo to pick some up today.

Paul Conzo Day Spa and Hair Salon likes you, and now it’s your chance to like us, too! Go to Facebook right now and like Paul Conzo for your chance to win a free Timeless Pleasure Spa Package. The Timeless Pleasure Spa Package will truly put you in a state of bliss—we’re talking about a little slice of heaven fellow beauty buffs!

It’s a wonderful package, which retails for more than $300, and includes a steam shower, a Yonka Classique facial, a relaxing massage, plus some nifty attention to your hair and nails, too. It’s a whole day of indulgence—lasting approximately six hours.

Just think how great you’ll feel following your steam shower, which is designed to detoxify the skin, relieve stress and rejuvenate and hydrate dry winter skin. Then, it will be off to your Yonka Classique facial, our premier facial that deep cleans and restores facial skin. You’ll relax as our esthetician performs a surface cleaning and micro peel, applies a triple clay masque and an eye contour treatment and gives you a fabulous face, neck and décolleté massage. As if the steam shower and the facial weren’t enough, then you’ll be sitting pretty (or make that lying down) for a relaxing one-hour body massage. We’ll even throw in lunch before concentrating on your nails with a manicure and moisturizing pedicure followed by a shampoo and blow dry.

You’ll leave feeling oh so good. And feeling good my friends, well, now that’s just timeless.

The 69th Annual Golden Globe® Awards are coming up on Sunday night. We just can’t want to see the one-of-a-kind dresses, the jewelry and, of course, the glamorous hair and makeup. And, we must admit, we’re looking forward to seeing how Hollywood reacts to those clever zingers host Ricky Gervais is sure to deliver!

If you think those starlets’ looks are unattainable think again. And, remember, these ladies are going to be at the salon all day on Sunday fluffing and buffing in anticipation of their big night. In the every day hustle and bustle of real life, you may not have as much time to devote to getting beautified. Fear not fellow beauty buffs, you can still achieve a glamorous and polished look in a pinch.

Here are some tips Paul Conzo’s Day Spa and Hair Salon swears by to make you twinkle like a star over Hollywood Boulevard day in—and night out.

First, take inventory of your makeup bag—you know the one that travels everywhere with you. If you’ve need to get glamified in a pinch, these three items will be your new BFF:
1) a compact of mineral powder—we recommend Bare Escentuals;
2) bold lip stain that can double as a blush (go light on the blush if you’re going all out on the lips); and
3) highlighter—so you can draw out the natural beauty above your eyebrows and along your cheekbones and show off your sparkling attributes.

Also, invest in some rice blotters—these can go a long way toward taking any excess oil off your skin so you can go from the hectic day to a relaxed and glamorous night in a few dabs!

Now, on to those tresses. Be sure you’ve got a bunch of bobby pins and some elastics in that BFF makeup bag of yours. These will serve you well friend when you must transform to a sophisticated look on the fly.

Consider a chignon updo for medium to long hair.  Make a low side ponytail, grab a section of the hair and wrap it all the way toward your head. Spread it out and, with a bobby pin, tuck it into a roll. Grab another section and start wrapping and fastening the same way. Then repeat until no more sections of hair are left. For those flyaways stop by Paul Conzo’s to pick up some of Paul Mitchell’s products. Hint: Adding a bit of Paul Mitchell’s Gloss Drops® goes a long way toward taming flyaways.

Once you’ve got all the sections securely fastened, add a few more bobby pins to hold your chignon in place. Think of your chignon as a flower: No two are exactly alike, so it’s OK if it’s a little loose or off center. The eccentricity of the design is in part what makes the chignon so beautiful and glamorous.

If your hair is on the short side, invest in some barrettes that blend in with your haircolor (for day) and sparkly barrettes (for night) to compliment a side-swept bang. Also, for nighttime think sleek and try Paul Mitchell’s Slick Works. Make a strong side part; spray that side-swept bang into place; tuck it behind your ear, and voilà you’ve got a Hollywood glam look to take you out for a night on the town!

Now, we’ve been talking a lot about transforming into a sleek and sophisticated look on the fly. But, for “Red Carpet” events, nothing says glam like coming into Paul Conzo’s to get your formal hair and makup done (not to mention making your visit a complete day of beauty, complete with massage, manicure/pedicure…the list goes on!).

From weddings to proms and every other special day in between, Paul Conzo’s expert staff of hair stylists and makeup artists are ready to enhance your natural beauty with that extra oomph you’re looking for when stepping out for your very own Red Carpet nights. And, be sure to check out Paul Conzo’s tips on how to achieve a fabulous hair and makeup trial for those special occasions!

Happy New Year everyone! According to SpaFinder, an online authority on all things day spa, in 2012 hot spa trends include pampering to maintain healthy feet, glamming up your look, wellness and beauty coaching and catering to a multi-generational client base. Paul Conzo Day Spa & Hair Salon is happy to report that we’ve got you covered on all of these fronts!

Pampering Pedicures Are a Must for 2012

Pampering feet may have made Spa Finder’s Global Day Spa Trends list for 2012, but here at Paul Conzo we’ve always known that getting regular pedicures is something that everyone should do year in and year out.

Your feet take quite a beating every day, and it’s no wonder why. The average person spends about four hours a day pounding the proverbial pavement. And with more than 120 muscles, ligaments and nerves in the feet—not to mention the dozens of joints and bones those tootsies have got—it’s no wonder that your feet need some well-deserved attention.

So how about it? Book a soothing pedicure where we’ll soak your feet in our whirlpool footbath before buffing away winter’s dry skin and applying a salt scrub to soften them up before massaging them with your choice of lotions. In addition to our basic pedicure, we offer a special moisturizing pedicure, a shea butter pedicure, and a nature pedicure, which is specially designed for the winter season. Kick your pedicure up a notch by adding a hot stone massage to any pedicure for just an additional $10.  Can’t you just feel the soothing touch of those smooth volcanic stones and warming oils melting your tensions away? Is that the sound of happy, tapping feet I hear?

Wellness and Beauty Coaching

Another trend for day spas in 2012 is wellness and beauty coaching. When you visit Paul Conzo Day Spa and Hair Salon we want you to feel relaxed and pampered. But, our commitment to providing you with exceptional service doesn’t end there. Our professional team of estheticians, nail technicians, massage therapists and hair stylists are passionate about what they do, and they keep up with all the trends, attending prestigious trainings, like Hairlines Paul Mitchell System and Redken Exchange. They’re very knowledgeable and can answer your questions about how everyday lifestyle habits can contribute to your overall health and wellbeing. Visit us soon to get some tips of your own on how to look and feel your best for 2012!

Glam It Up for 2012!

Next on Spa Finder’s list: Glamming it up! Of course you want to relax and be pampered when you visit Paul Conzo, but you might also be in the mood for some mega glam. Maybe you’re looking for some added hair flair—good for you if so! Our professional hair salon team can transform your look with 100-percent human hair strands bonded to your own hair without compromising the integrity of your natural strands. Just like your own hair, your new hair extensions can be colored, permed, curled or flat ironed. Talk about glamming up your entire look with some luxurious new locks for 2012!

Don’t forget, too, if you’ve got a special occasion coming up, from a formal dance, a wedding or other truly special occasion, come in for a formal makeup application. Paul Conzo will show you where to put the oomph so you’ll have a va-va-va-voom look people will be talking about the whole year round.

Make Your Day Spa Visit a Family Affair

Last, but certainly not least, Spa Finder reported that for 2012 it’s all about making a day at the spa a family affair. We couldn’t be more pleased to hear that! Paul Conzo’s has always known that nothing makes a visit to our day spa and hair salon more enjoyable than sharing the experience with someone you love.

That’s why we offer a relaxing couples massage specially designed to lull you and your loved one into a state of relaxed and stress-free bliss. We also cater to teenagers, offering manicures, pedicures, eyebrow waxing, specially designed teen facials and our favorite the teen spa package, which includes a relaxing half-hour massage, facial and manicure!

We didn’t need Spa Finder to tell us our services and treatments are hot, but it sure is nice to hear it. We hope to see you all soon so you can look and feel red hot for 2012!