This summer at Terra Organic Spa we are celebrating our 5 year Anniversary!

We are very thankful for the support of our community. Both the friends and family of Terra inspire us! You are why we feel so blessed! We are most appreciative of your love and continued support!

Join us in celebration!
June 16th 11am-5pm

SHOP    Terra Boutique Specials, Plant & Herb Sale, Gift Certificates for Dad & Grad!

EAT     Refreshments featuring Chocolate from Lune Chocolat

DONATE     Drop off your non-perishable food & clothing donations

To celebrate we would like to continue our support of this beautiful community! We will be collecting non-perishable food & clothing donations for our local Fayetteville Manlius Community Outreach. We give thanks to you and ask that you help those in our community that are in need.

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Celebrate Mom!

Gift Certificates are available through our online boutique!

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Botanical Perfume 40% off!

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Find your Spring Glow!

Our Facial Peel Treatments are customized specifically for your skin type and include a complete facial. The goal of a facial peel is to exfoliate dead skin cells to reveal clear, beautiful skin!

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ARTEMIS Hand Forged Copper Jewelry

Artemis Jewelry is designed, hand forged and created by Renee Bennett and her daughter, Samantha Zimnock. They are artists who specialize in metalsmithing, each piece is unique.  Styles range from large, bold pieces to delicate, complex, whimsical wire and artwork. Together, they create the unique wearable artisan jewelry that is Artemis.

Copper is a beautiful metal which is making a comeback in the fashion industry. It was the first metal discovered by Prehistoric Man and copper beads dating to 9000 BC have been discovered in parts of modern day Iraq. Although they make no medical claims, copper has been used for medicinal purposes as far back as ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome as well as in the ancient Aztec civilization.

Artemis Folded Form Cuff

The color variations that you see in Artemis Jewelry are due to the use of fire or patinas to bring out details in the piece. The blue and green patinas take days to develop. They use a pencil torch to paint with fire and bring out all the colors of the rainbow. If untreated, Copper will patina or darken from age, reacting to your body chemistry as well due to oxidation. It is easily cleaned by soaking in lemon juice or simply polishing with a jewelry cloth. Some pieces are coated with a polish to preserve the finish. When you’re not wearing it, your copper jewelry should be stored in a treated flannel or plastic bag to prevent oxidation.

Metalsmithing is the art of forming metal through the use of fire and smiting or hammering. Artemis currently uses several types of blowtorches and a wide variety of hammers to create with copper. Many pieces are influences by Charles Lewton-Brain, a well known metal artist who invented the fold forming techniques we use. This wearable sculpture emphasizes forming using the metals characteristics and although crafted from a single piece of metal gives the illusion of multiple pieces. As they work a bracelet or pendant, often they let the shape reveal itself, rather than forcing it to be what they had envisioned. Embossed pieces are inspired by Art Deco, Steampunk and even ancient Egyptian and Mayan art.

The Tree of Life collection is coming soon, but currently only available by special order. Each Tree is one of a kind and takes many hours to complete. Artemis is also designing beautiful handmade purses adorned with copper art.

Artemis Jewelry is available at Terra Organic Spa and custom work is also available upon request. To place an order for Tree of Life Collection, send your contact info to rachel@terraorganicspa.com.

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What are the benefits of fresh ingredients for facial and body treatments?

Using fresh ingredients for facial and body treatments can result in better looking skin! The reason for this is simple, fresh ingredients and foods contain fewer chemicals than many beauty products.  Chemical have been proven in many ways to be bad for a person to digest, but by using these chemicals on one’s skin it is in some ways just a different form of digestion.

In one day a normal person applies over 200 chemicals to their skin through the skin care products they use. These chemicals do not just stay on the skin’s surface, but nearly 60% of these chemicals are absorbed into one’s bloodstream. The skin is the largest organ of the body, so in effect, by using chemically produced products one is putting chemicals directly on an organ of the body.  No one wants to do that! Chemicals absorbed through the skin have been known to lead to cancers, birth defects and a host of other issues. This is why using fresh ingredients for facial and body treatments is so much better for a person.

The face is the part of the body most people seem to be worried about when it comes to skin care. It is what defines the beauty and healthiness of a person more than any other area of the body.  This makes the use of fresh ingredients and food for facial treatments very important to a person. By using fresh ingredients and food rather than chemicals for one’s facials they are taking care of their skin in a more natural way. This causes the skin to respond better, it helps to keep it more balanced.  Whereas chemicals can take care of certain issues, it usually puts the skin out of balance and will result in other problems either with the skin or other parts of the body

There are also the benefits of using fresh ingredients for treatments in terms of how one feels and looks. Using fresh ingredients in a facial or body treatment can result in a fresher feel to the skin.  The scents that are natural can trigger a feeling of well being and calmness to the body and to the mind.  Skin looks healthier and rejuvenated and in most cases it appears younger as well. By using fresh ingredients, one is able to remove the toxins from the skin and avoid replacing them with others from the chemicals in the skin care products. This can leave a person feeling great and looking radiant. Contact http://www.terraorganicspa.com for more information about treatments made with fresh ingredients!

What is Reflexology? How is it Effective?

Reflexology, an alternative therapy treatment, is regarded by many as a natural healing art. It involves the use of pressure to one’s feet and hands at certain points that coordinate with body parts. These points are defined by a chart which divides the feet and hands into sections which affect a particular body part.  This form of therapy has been around for hundreds of years in one form or another.  There is evidence that this was used by the ancient Egyptians due to a wall painting found in a tomb known as the physician’s tomb. It is also believed to be closely connected to the Oriental practices of shiatsu and acupuncture.

Reflexology is a wonderful complement to traditional medical services. The practioner will apply pressure, stretch and movement to work through the various parts of the foot or hand depending on the needs of the client. It is similar to massage techniques but the focus is more on applying pressure.  The amount of pressure varies depending on the area and also a good practioner will adjust the pressure they use to the preferences of their client. If it is done correctly, it should be a very relaxing procedure that lasts for quite some time.

There are many who tend to criticize reflexology.  They do not think it is effective because there are no definite trials or scientific evidence to prove its effectiveness. There are those that say it is effective in cleansing the body of toxins, increasing the circulatory system, assisting in weight control and improving the health of one’s body organs.  Others have had success with a wide range of ailments such as heart disease, liver trouble, hair loss, emphysema, hemorrhoids, hiccups and many others.  If nothing else, most will agree that it is a fantastic stress reliever. Many Terra Organic Spa clients have had great success with this form of treatment. A Reflexology session may be scheduled individually or combined with your massage therapy session. WWW.TERRAORGANICSPA.COM

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Recent studies have shown that using skin care products with artificial ingredients and chemicals can in some ways have much the same effect as eating them.  Since the skin is an organ and it absorbs into the bloodstream over 60% of what is placed on it, then using lotions, creams and other such products can be almost like digesting them.  With this in mind many are turning to organic or natural products.  The only problem with this is that many companies who claim to be organic or natural are really not.  They may be better, but they are not truly organic or natural.  Clovertree Apothecary is not one of these companies.

Clovertree Apothecary provides products that are natural and organic while still providing healing ingredients.  Their line of skin care, bath and body products are pure.  They use only ingredients that one can find in nature without harmful chemicals.  There are no artificial dyes, fragrances or colors in their items.  This means that the consumer is getting a product that is not only beneficial but is also clean of the toxins that many products have today.  Clovertree Apothecary products are available at Terra  Organic Spa’s online store at http://terraorganicspa.com and an essential part of our body and facial treatments.

Boost your Immune System with Massage Therapy

There are so many benefits to massage therapy that it is hard to know where to start.  There are benefits to one’s mind and body.  It can help a person deal with stress, by helping them relax and help one achieve a more positive frame of mind.  It can also be beneficial in easing a person’s anxiety and depression as well.  Naturally massage helps with tension and stiffness in the body. It also serves to help a person increase their flexibility while increasing their blood circulation.  Most know these benefits, but few know that you can also boost your immune system with massage therapy.

When someone has a massage it can also stimulate the body to produce more white cells and natural killer cells.  These cells are what enable the body to better fight off invading organisms that will harm or destroy one’s immune system. It is vital that everyone work to keep their immune system in top form.  It is the barrier between being healthy and living a life full of disease and sickness.  This is true with minor ailments such as a cold or flu and diseases that are much more serious and longer lasting. Another way a massage can help is by lowering one’s cortisol levels.  Cortisol is a necessary hormone, but when one has too much it can cause negative reactions in the body. Recent studies that when the body is in this negative state, it can lower the effectiveness of the immune system. Massage can help limit its production and therefore reduce the negative effects. Massage works by increasing the blood flow and lymph flow to all the systems in one’s body and this is especially beneficial in terms of one’s immune system.

Finding ways to boost one’s immune system is one of the most important ways one can stay healthy. The immune system is what allows one to stay healthy. It fights the organisms that are trying to weaken the body with disease or infection.  One should do all that they can to help keep this system in top form so that it can keep the body healthy and infection free. The Licensed Massage Therapists at Terra Organic Spa will work with you to ascertain your physical and mental needs and then develop a plan to help you reach your goals. http://terraorganicspa.com