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Introducing Taylor Drake!

We have recently added a wonderful new Makeup Artist to the Urban Spa team and, as always, we wanted our guests to get to know her! She is looking forward to meeting you all as you come into the spa! Please join us in welcoming Taylor Drake 🙂

“I have lived in Peterborough since I learned to walk, and while a part of me will always love being in big cities, I couldn’t imagine calling anywhere else my home. Animals, especially foxes, hold a special place in my heart, and whenever someone asks me the best part of no longer being shy, my answer is almost always “I’m not afraid to ask strangers if I can pet their dog”. I have always loved drawing and painting, and makeup quickly became an extension of that for me: a creative outlet that I could wear anywhere I wanted to go. I believe it is art, and can only enhance the beauty that everyone already has. I am extremely excited to be given the opportunity to grow as an artist with the Urban Spa, and to be welcomed into such a wonderful family, with equally incredible guests. ”

1. Name: Taylor Sharlene Drake
2. Nicknames: Tay, Taylo (we’re trying to make T-Drake happen…)
3. Favourite Colour: Lilac or Tiffany Blue
4. Hobbies, what do you like to do if not working: My favourite thing to do lately is create/recreate face charts. I also like reading, writing, video games, and volleyball.
5. Fun fact about myself: I cannot stay with one hair colour for very long. Even if I absolutely love the colour, I need to switch it up on a regular basis.
6. Favourite Movie: Moana, Tangled, The Little Mermaid… I’m obsessed with everything Disney, although I love a good horror film every now and then as well 🙂
7. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be and why? Rome or Venice, somewhere with an interesting history – and also the beautiful Gondola rides would be a bonus!
8. Favourite Urban Spa service to give: For now – makeup application! It is my passion, although I can’t wait to grow and learn different services as well.
9. Favourite Urban Spa service to receive: Urban Relief Facial (w/ Cold Stone). My allergies are horrible in the summer, so this service has become a life saver for me!
10. Favourite Book: The Darkest Powers series by Kelley Armstrong. Technically, it is three books, but it’s all one story, so I think I’m still safe. 🙂
11. TV show you can’t live without: House
12. If you were stuck on an island what would be the one thing you’d want with you? My cats – I’d miss them both far too much if I had to leave them behind.
13. Secret Indulgence: Raw cookie dough/cake batter. I’ve heard countless times how bad it is, but that has yet to stop me!
14. Did you go to school for anything else besides this career: Creative writing was my favourite subject in high school, so I went to college for it as well as soon as I graduated.
15. Give 3 items on your bucket list:
    – Publish a novel
    – Go on a road trip with a few close friends
    – Learn how to do latté art
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Five Ways to RELAX Before Your Wedding

**Editors Note** This great article appeared on Brides.com and we thought it was so good we would re-post it for our readers. The Urban Spa in Peterborough is your destination for wedding & bachelorette groups. Get more information here about our groups.**

Summer has officially come to a close. That means your fall wedding is right around the corner! Don’t panic — there are some really great ways to unwind before the momentous occasion to help you relax and stay focused. From taking a quick weekend getaway to an always-needed spa day, here are five ways you can center yourself before your autumn nuptials.

Take a fitness class.
The best way to get rid of stress and anxiety is to sweat them out. Instead of pining away about what’s to come, live in the moment and challenge yourself in a way you haven’t in quite some time. Whether it’s yoga or kickboxing, the possibilities are endless. You’ll feel better, be ready to take on your wedding with loads of energy, and you’ll be toned throughout the process.

Book a staycation.
Peak summer vacation time has come to close, so it’s actually a great time to book a room for the weekend in one of the most beautiful hotels in your city. A “staycation” means you won’t have to worry about travel (read: you’ll save money), while getting some serious rest and relaxation alone or with your future spouse.

peterborough spa Ways-to-Relax-Before-WeddingIndulge in a little retail therapy for your honeymoon.
We know, we know: one should be saving with the remaining wedding fees on the horizon right? Well, retail therapy is a very real way to heal and with your honeymoon mere months or even weeks away, there’s nothing wrong with doing a little shopping for the once-in-a-lifetime trip. Whether you’re buying small things like a great sunscreen and a new pair of sunglasses or an amazing dress for that fancy first dinner, we guarantee that a little spending will help you unwind.

Indulge in a spa day.
The summer did a number on your skin, thus a facial is in order, but adding a massage to that or another pampering service will release all your tension and leave you feeling renewed and beautiful.

Make weekly walks a thing.
Fresh air has a way of clearing your mind and calming you down, so you should definitely get out and take a long walk at least once a week. Whether you go it alone to your favorite park bundled up or bring your spouse-to-be along to catch up on each other’s weeks, we guarantee it will quiet and soothe your spirit.

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Bridesmaid Beauty Etiquette Q&A

 

**Editors Note** This great article appeared on Brides.com and we thought it was so good we would re-post it for our readers. The Urban Spa in Peterborough is your destination for wedding & bachelorette groups. Get more information here about our groups.**

Let’s talk wedding-day beauty for your bridesmaids! These ladies are your closest friends and family, so it’s important to make them look (and feel) as amazing as you do for your wedding. As with bridesmaid dresses, the hair and makeup gets a lot of your input and a little of theirs, which means there’s some important etiquette matters to address as you decide on an overall look. From who pays to what you can demand, here are some of the most important bridesmaid beauty issues to consider for your wedding!

Who pays for the bridesmaids’ hair and makeup?
There is no hard-and-fast rule for this, but if you prefer that your bridesmaids get their hair and makeup professionally done, then it is a nice gesture to offer to pay for these services. After all, your attendants have already paid for their bridesmaid dresses (not to mention the bridal shower and any kind of bachelorette partyyou have) and some have probably traveled quite a distance to be a part of the celebration, which means you should take into consideration their travel and accommodations costs, too. But if your budget doesn’t allow for salon services — or if hair and makeup aren’t really a big deal to you — trust your bridesmaids to primp and get wedding-ready on their own. Another idea: If you’ve got a talented friend who is a whiz at hair and makeup, ask if she wouldn’t mind helping the morning of the wedding. Then give her a gift certificate (to Sephora, maybe?) as a thank you.

peterborough spa bridesmaid-beauty-etiquetteIs it wrong for me to ask my bridesmaids not to have wild nails? I want simple and elegant.
Organize a manicure party a day or two before your wedding. Book appointments for all six of you together. Tell your fabulous five that you have chosen the color you want to complement your aesthetic. (A green volcano amidst a sea of Precious Pink would be…um…distracting.) Pay for the manicures and then, as a party favor, give a bottle of the polish to each of your attendants. Your manicure soirée (with wine or champagne, of course) will make for a fun memory. Think of it as a mini bachelorette party — just steer clear of tequila shots this close to game time.

Can I ask my bridesmaids to cover their tattoos?
You can — as long as you ask nicely and help facilitate the process, either by hiring a professional makeup artist to do the job (most pros use a drying spray on the concealer so that it doesn’t rub off on clothes) or by giving each ‘maid something to slip over her shoulders, like a boxy brocade jacket or a stylish shrug. But before you do either of these things, you should realize that tats on your bridesmaids’ backs will not take away from the elegance of your wedding. The overall setting and style of a celebration, and gracious hosts (you and your fiancé) are what create a high-toned ambiance.

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