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	<title>Urban Spa &#124; Health and Beauty Salon &#38; Spa - Bishop&#039;s Stortford</title>
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		<title>Everyone needs some Happiness in their lifes!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:47:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Neom Luxury Organics has launched their newest scented home candle, happiness, and who doesnt want a bit of happiness in their lifes?! With a sparkling blend of White Neroli, Mimosa and Lemon combined with natural fresh grass notes to create the awakening of spring. This lively blend of happy notes <a class="moretag" href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/news/everyone-needs-some-happiness-in-their-lifes">Read more...</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Neom Luxury Organics has launched their newest scented home candle, happiness, and who doesnt want a bit of happiness in their lifes?! With a sparkling blend of White Neroli, Mimosa and Lemon combined with natural fresh grass notes to create the awakening of spring.</p>
<p>This lively blend of happy notes will make you smile, take the weight off your shoulders and sprinkle a little joy into your world. But get in there quick, as these amazing candles are selling fast!<img class="aligncenter  wp-image-649" title="happinesshomebox" src="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/happinesshomebox-150x150.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" /></p>
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		<title>Be Crystal Clear</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:27:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[crystal clear microdermabrasion]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[A clear complexion, radiant glow and picture perfect pores are top of all our beauty agendas but our fun filled lifestyle takes its toll on all our faces. Keeping youthful radiance and ridding imperfections is not impossible though. Share the celebrities&#8217; favourite skin care secret to smooth, younger looking <a class="moretag" href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/promotions/be-crystal-clear">Read more...</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A clear complexion, radiant glow and picture perfect pores are top of all our beauty agendas but our fun filled lifestyle takes its toll on all our faces. Keeping youthful radiance and ridding imperfections is not impossible though. Share the celebrities&#8217; favourite skin care secret to smooth, younger looking skin. Crystal clear microdermabrasion literally takes years off you!</p>
<h3>We&#8217;re offering a free taster treatment for the month of February and if you like it, you can purchase a <span style="color: #ff0000;"><strong>course of 10 </strong><span style="color: #000000;">for the special price of <span style="color: #ff0000;">£200!</span></span></span></h3>
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		<title>Pamper yourself with Urban Spa &amp; The Waterlounge</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:46:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We are excited to be teaming up with The Waterlounge to bring you some amazing packages Package 1 &#8211; Lunch, Cocktails &#38; a Spa treatment This includes tapas for 2 (1 platter), a cocktail or glass of wine, followed by a 30 minute facial and a back, neck and <a class="moretag" href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/promotions/pamper-yourself-with-urban-spa-the-waterlounge">Read more...</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000080;">We are excited to be teaming up with The Waterlounge to bring you some amazing packages</span></h1>
<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">Package 1 &#8211; Lunch, Cocktails &amp; a Spa treatment</span></h1>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">This includes tapas for 2 (1 platter), a cocktail or glass of wine, followed by a 30 minute facial and a back, neck and shoulder massage.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">valued at £174.00</span></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000080;">Price to Pay £75.00 for 2 people</span></h2>
<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">Package 2 &#8211; Cocktail &amp; Spa treatment</span></h1>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">Enjoyb a cocktail or glass of bubbly followed by or prior, a full skin analysis using our exclusive skin scanner and a 30 minute facial.</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">valued at £82.00</span></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000080;">Price to pay £45.00 for 2 people</span></h2>
<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">Package 3 &#8211; Cocktails &amp; Glamour</span></h1>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">Learn from the specialist on how to make the perfect cocktail as well as learning how to get the perfect look with a mixology class and a make up class.</span></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000080;">Price to pay £25.00 per person</span></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000080;">minimum of 4 people</span></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">All packages come with a bonus of a goody bag which includes vouchers and future promotions</span></h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">terms &amp; conditions apply &#8211; payment will be taken in full when making reservation, any cancellations made without 24 hours notice will incur 100% cancellation charge. Each package must be used on the same day. package 3 is only vslid on thursday and is for a minimum of 4 people and maximum of 6. offer excludes martini and champagne cocktails.</span></p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;"><a title="The Waterlounge" href="http://www.thewaterlounge.com">click here to visit The Waterlounge website</a></span></h4>
<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000080;">All you have to do to enjoy one of these amazing packages is call urban spa to make your reservation</span></h1>
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		<title>Do you want the wow factor this summer?!</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:06:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[IPL Hair reduction is one of the available treatments in the UK&#8230; This treatment safely elimantes unwanted hair by reducing the hair follicle and reducing the amount of hair. Urban Spa have put together some unbeatable promotions so you can be hair free and care free this summer! Receive <a class="moretag" href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/promotions/do-you-want-the-wow-factor-this-summer">Read more...</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h1 style="text-align: center;">IPL Hair reduction is one of the available treatments in the UK&#8230; This treatment safely elimantes unwanted hair by reducing the hair follicle and reducing the amount of hair.</h1>
<h1 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ff0000;">Urban Spa have put together some unbeatable promotions so you can be hair free and care free this summer!</span></h1>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;"><strong>Receive</strong></span></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ff0000;">6 X under arm sessions, 6 x Bikini sessions &amp; 6 1/2 leg sessions </span></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">for only £600</span></h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">original price £1350</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">OR</span></p>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ff0000;">6 Bikini Sessions</span></h2>
<h2 style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">for only £120</span></h2>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">original price £300</span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;">At Urbn Spa we understand the importance of how looking good makes you feel great&#8230; Book in with one of our skin specialists to day receive a <span style="color: #ff0000;">free consultation!</span></span></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="color: #ff0000;">this promotion is only available until 29th February 2012</span></span></p>
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		<title>Be in control with elements Hair &amp; Lifestyle</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:00:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Who of us don’t want a big, bouncy blow dry a la Kate Middleton? While most of us can’t afford the Duchess’ personal hairdresser to tame our tresses daily, it doesn’t mean we’re not deserving of some hair help. Elements have a little bit of exciting news. To have <a class="moretag" href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/news/be-in-control-with-elements-hair-lifestyle">Read more...</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h4>Who of us don’t want a big, bouncy blow dry a la Kate Middleton? While most of us can’t afford the Duchess’ personal hairdresser to tame our tresses daily, it doesn’t mean we’re not deserving of some hair help. Elements have a little bit of exciting news. To have your hair smooth and frizz free while also having movement and volume, we have found the perfect product for you. Introducing….<span style="color: #800080;"><strong><a title="kebelo" href="http://www.kebelo.com/"><span style="color: #800080;">Kebelo System</span></a></strong></span>. It works in a few simple steps and it is washed out on the day! So if you are looking for a treatment that is going to give you hair that  frizz free, easy to manage, shiny and conditioned, with plenty of styling versatility then come to elements this month and receive <span style="color: #800080;">£30</span> <strong><span style="color: #800080;">off</span></strong> your Kebelo treatment!</h4>
<p><strong><a title="Elements Hair &amp; Lifestyle" href="http://www.hairbyelements.co.uk" target="_blank">For more offers &amp; promotions from elements click here</a></strong></p>
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		<title>Reflexology Now available! What is reflexology?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 22:18:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Reflexology is a light touch massage that is relaxing, increases blood circulation, and helps to promote balance between all of the bodies organs and systems. Reflexology also increases Energy Flow around the body. Reflexology is a non-intrusive complementary health therapy, based on the theory that different points of the <a class="moretag" href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/news/reflexology-now-available-what-is-reflexology">Read more...</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Reflexology is a light touch massage that is relaxing, increases blood circulation, and helps to promote balance between all of the bodies organs and systems.</p>
<p>Reflexology also increases Energy Flow around the body.</p>
<p>Reflexology is a non-intrusive complementary health therapy, based on the theory that different points of the feet correspond with different areas of the body.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/free-foot-reflexology-chart-204x295.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-391" title="free-foot-reflexology-chart-204x295" src="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/free-foot-reflexology-chart-204x295.jpg" alt="" width="204" height="295" /></a></p>
<h4>REFLEXOLOGY is now available at Urban Spa with our Holistic Therapist Suzanne</h4>
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		<title>Keraskin Esthetics is Now Here!</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 22:16:29 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[As ever here at Urban Spa we continue to offer our clients the latest &#38; best in beauty today! …. 7 years in development &#38; with a wealth of active ingredients &#38; L’Oreal expertise these latest facial technologies &#38; products will transform skincare. As used at Urban Retreat, Harvey <a class="moretag" href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/news/keraskin-esthetics-is-now-here">Read more...</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As ever here at Urban Spa we continue to offer our clients the latest &amp; best in beauty today!</p>
<p>…. 7 years in development &amp; with a wealth of active ingredients &amp; L’Oreal expertise these latest facial technologies &amp; products will transform skincare. As used at Urban Retreat, Harvey Nichols, Cobella, Selfridges to name a few. Retail products recommended in Vogue, Elle, Tatler &amp; OK Magazine . Be part of the Keraskin Revolution!</p>
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		<title>Perfect Party Eyes</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 22:15:05 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The perfect party makeup should be glamorous and sexy in order to make you stand out in the party and to set all eyes on you. Below are Urban Spa’s Top 3 New CI.D products for the Perfect Party Eyes! 1. I-Gel -  gel glides onto the skin delivering <a class="moretag" href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/news/perfect-party-eyes">Read more...</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h4>The perfect party makeup should be glamorous and sexy in order to make you stand out in the party and to set all eyes on you. Below are Urban Spa’s Top 3 New CI.D products for the Perfect Party Eyes!</h4>
<p>1. I-Gel -  gel glides onto the skin delivering intense colour with one easy stroke, perfect for beginners and pros alike. This long wear gel formulation eyeliner comes in three trio palettes. The brush has been perfectly shaped to make applying gel liner very simple. Available in 3 eye cathching shades!</p>
<p><a href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/New-CID-I-Gel-Granite-Graphite-carbon.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-382" title="New-CID-I-Gel-Granite-Graphite-carbon" src="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/New-CID-I-Gel-Granite-Graphite-carbon-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /></a></p>
<p>2. I-Smoulder - Creates perfect smoky eyes every time. This pencil features a unique angled twist-up eyeliner at one end, for a thick, sexy line. At the other end is a matching cream eye shadow with a sponge applicator for a professional smoky eye finish.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/New-CID-I-Smoulder.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-383" title="New-CID-I-Smoulder" src="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/New-CID-I-Smoulder-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /></a></p>
<p>3. I-Flick – <a>A liquid eyeliner that has a capillary system brush which allows exactly the right amount of eyeliner to flow through the brush and be applied to the eye. With a built-in, retractable kohl pencil at the other end, applying eyeliner has never been easier.</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/New-CID-I-Flick.jpg"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-381" title="New-CID-I-Flick" src="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/New-CID-I-Flick-225x300.jpg" alt="" width="225" height="300" /></a></p>
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		<title>New from O.P.I</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:53:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[OPI takes to the American road with a palette of shades that brings a new spirit of classic style to life. Now is the time to reinvent ourselves with stunning new colours – and what better inspiration than my recent road trip from coast to coast? These lacquers capture <a class="moretag" href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/news/new-from-o-p">Read more...</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>OPI takes to the American road with a palette of shades that brings a new spirit of classic style to life. Now is the time to reinvent ourselves with stunning new colours – and what better inspiration than my recent road trip from coast to coast? These lacquers capture the Americana I love – an attitude of comfortable glamour and charismatic, wearable elegance. Truly united shades of allure.</p>
<p>Now Available at Urban Spa</p>
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		<title>New Limited Edition NEOM Candle</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:48:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Now Available In a limited edition uber gorgeous box, Sensuous: hibernate &#38; destress is blended with Ylang Ylang, Frankincense &#38; patchouli and is absolutely divine. This treatment candle’s rich and warm blend eases tension and anxiety and works to create a romantic and sensual backdrop. Perfect for times when <a class="moretag" href="http://www.urbanspabeauty.co.uk/news/new-limited-edition-neom-candle">Read more...</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>Now Available</h3>
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<p>In a limited edition uber gorgeous box, Sensuous: hibernate &amp; destress is blended with Ylang Ylang, Frankincense &amp; patchouli and is absolutely divine. This treatment candle’s rich and warm blend eases tension and anxiety and works to create a romantic and sensual backdrop. Perfect for times when you’d rather lock yourself away from the outside world.</p>
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<h5>Only £37.50 &amp; burns for 55 hours</h5>
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