Paradise Salon Spa Wellness Celebrates 12 Years of Innovation in Carson City
Local Wellness Destination Marks Anniversary with Unique Combination of Services
CARSON CITY -- When Perry and Starr Nixdorf purchased a building with seven bathrooms and four showers on June 12, 2013, they weren't entirely sure what they were getting into. Twelve years later, Paradise Salon Spa Wellness has become one of Carson City's most distinctive wellness destinations, combining hair services, medical spa treatments, body piercing, and therapeutic aquatic exercise under one roof.
"There's no place like Paradise," said Perry Nixdorf, who has been cutting hair for 50 years and operating salons since 1983. "When you walk in the door, the energy of the building is fantastic. You come into our lounge where we have an Alice in Wonderland theme. That is a total experience unto itself."
Paradise celebrates its 12th anniversary on January 21, marking more than a decade of serving Carson City's wellness needs in ways that extend far beyond a traditional salon.
From Four Chairs to Full-Service Wellness
The journey to Paradise began 13 years ago when the Nixdorfs operated Hair Studio, a four-chair salon on Winnie Lane. Perry faced a challenge familiar to many salon owners: the traditional employee-employer model wasn't working.
"I was in a business model that was unworkable," Perry explained. "The salon business model I had was employee and employer relationships. And over the decades, that business model had transformed to a landlord and renter situation. I wasn't doing well as an employer-employee and needed to change."
Inspired by the salon suites Perry's sister worked at in Tucson, Arizona, and seeking to diversify their income streams, the couple began looking for buildings. A connection through Starr's involvement with Professional Saleswomen of Nevada led them to their current location.
"We didn't like it at first because it had seven bathrooms, four showers that you had to clean," Starr recalled with a laugh. "But we were inspired by the building and wrote a tentative business plan on how that building could become a business for us. And in the process of writing that, we discovered that we wanted to actually do this."
The Pool Nobody Expected
The building came with an unusual feature: an indoor pool. For Starr, who had spent eight years as a Pilates instructor teaching at gyms across the region, the pool represented both opportunity and terror.
"I did not like water and thought that I was going to die in the pool," Starr said. "I wanted a Pilates studio."
Everything changed when Perry showed her a video of Pilates being performed in a swimming pool in Italy.
"The light bulb came on," Starr said. "Then we had to decide: are we going to make a gym in that pool that is focused on Zumba and all this really fun, high-intensity work? Or are we going to focus on rehabilitation, therapeutics, things that are more appropriate for people who have experienced some injury or some setback in their life?"
A SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) revealed a gap in Carson City's wellness landscape: nobody was serving the population of retired or injured residents who needed therapeutic aquatic exercise.
Starr attended the Aquatic Therapy and Rehab Institute symposium at Lake Las Vegas in August 2013, launching a journey that would transform both her career and countless clients' lives.
Transforming Lives One Session at a Time
Today, Starr is a certified aquatic therapy and rehab instructor, and Paradise's warm-water pool has become a lifeline for clients facing serious mobility challenges.
Charlie Abowd, chef at Adele's restaurant in Carson City, came to Starr after spending eight months bedridden with long-haul COVID disease. Working one-on-one three days a week, Starr helped him progress from severe debilitation to riding his bike at Burning Man.
"He came in saying he wanted to be able to ride his bike. He loved riding his bike at Burning Man," Starr said. "And in all honesty, it was life-changing that he was working out in the water. We took him from bedridden, long-haul COVID, to having fun, going out to the playa again, riding his bike, and having a good time."
Leslie Packwood ruptured her Achilles tendon stepping off a curb after a football game. Through regular aquatic classes with Starr, she regained full capacity and returned to riding her horse.
Perhaps most remarkable is Mark, a stroke survivor the VA told to "get used to" life in a wheelchair. His partner Debbie, already a client of Starr's cardio and knee classes, brought him in.
"The first thing I did is I took him into the deep end of the pool. We got him on a trampoline—we have underwater trampolines in our pool—and he started jumping with the stroke-affected leg," Starr said. "Debbie took video of him jumping on the trampoline with a stroke-affected leg, took it back to the VA, and got him back into the VA through the PT program."
Mark has made incredible progress and is now working toward walking with a walker instead of relying on his wheelchair.
"One of the things that we can do with aquatic therapy is give people hope for a better future," Perry said. "We give them hope and give them a path that they can follow to achieve their fitness goals. Get back to life. Get back on their bicycle. Get back on their horse. Get back to walking."
Building a Wellness Ecosystem
Paradise's evolution didn't stop with the pool. Two years ago, the Nixdorfs partnered with nurse practitioner Mary Sellers to add medical spa services, including testosterone and hormone replacement therapy, vitamin injections, and other treatments. They removed a sauna to create a dedicated room for the medspa, which recently celebrated its first anniversary.
"We are somewhat of a one-stop wellness place," Perry said. "We find a great amount of synergy, even though it wasn't quite evident at first, but there's a significant synergy of services that we offer in people's lives."
The business serves a diverse clientele. Younger clients gravitate toward body piercing, all age groups use the salon services, and the pool primarily serves an older, sometimes mobility-challenged population—though high school athletes recovering from sports injuries also benefit from the aquatic therapy.
A Team Built to Last
Paradise's stability is reflected in its long-tenured staff. Hairdressers Megan, Heidi, Valarie, and Perry himself have all been with the business since its opening 12 years ago. Aquatic fitness instructor Susie has been there for 10 years, and body piercer Leah for six years.
"Once an employee or associate is with us, they find the stability and the working environment pleasant and productive and allows them to focus on what they want to accomplish with their customers," Perry said.
Partners in Business and Life
Perry and Starr's success stems partly from clear role division. Perry manages the salon and body piercing operations at the front of the business, while Starr oversees all pool functions and related staff.
"We work together very well because we're very clear on what each other's roles are," Perry said. "That allows us to not only be married and work together, but to have a great relationship in our personal and our professional lives."
Starr describes their partnership as complementary strengths working in tandem.
"The two of us are those two pedals that drive our business forward because my strengths are on a different level and his strengths, Perry's strengths, are on another level," she said. "And the two of us together get those wheels turning."
Starr's particular gift in aquatic therapy is assessment and individualized programming.
"Most people are coming to me with a problem," she said. "I often say, I'm Sherlock Holmes. I help them find the solution that they're possibly not finding with other sources of help. My biggest gift is the ability to listen, look at them, and help them get that solution to their pain or their mobility restriction. Very often, it's just giving them hope that they can make a change and then they do it. They do the hard work and I'm their cheerleader."
Looking Ahead: Wellness Without Walls
The Nixdorfs aren't resting on their 12-year success. They're developing AbilityFix, a fitness app designed to bring aquatic exercise to people everywhere.
"We understand that it's also wanted and needed in the world as a whole because not everybody has access to a pool and an aquatic instructor," Perry said. "So we thought that our app would do that and bring aquatic exercise to everybody's phone."
The app will allow people to do water exercises while on vacation or in other locations, then continue their training at Paradise when they return to Carson City.
"We want to bring a wellness experience to all of our customers, both here in Carson and afar in other pools," Starr said. "That physical connection we have with our clients here is what we're bringing into the app."
A Carson City Original
Paradise maintains a five-star reputation on Google, a testament to the quality of its integrated services. But beyond the reviews, the Nixdorfs take pride in creating something truly unique to Carson City.
"This entire experience they can't get anywhere else," Perry said. "Our friendly staff who smile and greet you and deliver high-quality services. We feel that we are unique and exceptional when it comes to delivering wellness services."
With characteristic confidence, Starr added: "To brag just a little, it isn't just Northern Nevada. I bet you can't find this in California either."
As Paradise enters its 13th year, the Nixdorfs remain committed to the vision that transformed a building with too many bathrooms into Carson City's most innovative wellness destination—a place where hair, health, beauty, and recovery converge under one welcoming roof.
Paradise Salon Spa Wellness is located at 3430 Executive Pointe Way in Carson City. For more information about them, visit paradisesalonspawellness.com or call 775-883-4434.
Perry’s 50-Year “Hair-iversary” Featured on Carson Now
If you’ve lived in Carson City for any length of time, chances are you’ve either sat in Perry’s chair or know someone who has. This January, Perry's legacy hit a huge milestone: Perry celebrated his 50-year “Hair-iversary,” and Carson Now ran a feature story highlighting his five decades behind the chair and 12 years of growing Paradise Salon Spa & Wellness into a true community hub.
In the article, Carson Now walks through Perry’s journey from a 17-year-old beauty school student at Federico’s in Lake Tahoe to a seasoned stylist who has done some clients’ hair for more than 40 years — long enough that many of them feel more like family than customers. It also spotlights how that career evolved into something much bigger than hair: education, mentorship, innovation, and a business built around whole-body wellness.
From Family Roots to a Carson City Fixture
Perry jokes that he “came out of the womb with a comb and scissors,” and it’s not far off — hair runs deep in his family, with parents, grandparents, a great-grandmother, a sister, and even an uncle in the industry. That early influence led him to beauty school as a teenager and set the stage for a lifelong career dedicated to style, service, and connection.
Over the years, he hasn’t just done hair; he’s built relationships that have lasted decades, often seeing multiple generations from the same family in his chair. The Carson Now article captures that spirit perfectly, describing his recent celebration as a reunion of longtime clients, friends, and stylists who came together to honor not just the work, but the heart behind it.
Paradise: More Than “Just” a Salon
Carson Now also shines a light on how Paradise Salon Spa & Wellness — owned by Perry and his wife Starr — has grown into a one-stop destination for beauty and well-being in Carson City. Today, Paradise includes five experienced stylists, a licensed massage therapist, a highly regarded piercing studio (Spear Me), and the only aquatic wellness pool in Carson City, making it a unique space for both self-care and specialized water-based exercise.
The story notes that Paradise recently expanded again with the addition of a MedSpa, offering advanced diagnostic services and prescription solutions that go beyond typical medspa treatments. As Perry puts it in the feature, the goal is to create a place where people can truly take care of themselves inside and out — from hair and skin to movement, confidence, and overall wellness.
Education, Hair Loss Support, and Giving Back
Another key theme in the Carson Now piece is Perry’s lifelong commitment to education and sharing what he knows. Early in his career, he served as an educator for professional brands like KMS and Joico, traveling to salons and hair shows to mentor up-and-coming stylists — a teaching mindset that still guides the collaborative culture at Paradise today.
The article also highlights one of Perry’s most meaningful projects: his work helping women experiencing hair loss, which ultimately led him to write a book on the subject now available here. For many clients, that expertise and compassion go far beyond a cut and color, offering a path back to feeling beautiful, seen, and confident again.
A Community That Feels Like Family
Carson Now makes it clear that what truly sets Paradise apart is the sense of community Perry and Starr have built over the past 12 years. Clients come in for services but stay for the laughter, conversations, hugs, and yes, sometimes the sounds of splashing from the aquatic therapy pool in the back.
The 50-year Hair-iversary celebration it felt less like a business milestone and more like a family gathering — full of gratitude, shared memories, and excitement for what’s still ahead. Here at Paradise, that’s exactly the kind of environment Perry and Starr aim to create every day: a place where people leave feeling better than when they walked in, inside and out.
If you’d like to read the full Carson Now feature on Perry’s 50-year Hair-iversary and the 12-year journey of Paradise Salon Spa & Wellness, you can check it out here: “Carson City hair stylist celebrates 50-year ‘Hair-iversary’ milestone” on CarsonNow.org.[carsonnow]
Spring Party at Manpower Medical Spa: Botox & Wellness Event
Event Highlights
Botox at $10 a Unit
Take advantage of our special event pricing to smooth out fine lines and wrinkles. Whether youʼre looking to enhance your natural beauty or try Botox for the first time, this is the perfect opportunity to rejuvenate your appearance.
Vitamin B12 Shots for $20
Feel energized and revitalized with our Vitamin B12 shots, designed to support your overall health and wellness.These injections are quick, effective, and a great way to jumpstart your spring energy levels.
When & Where
Date: March 22nd, 2025
Time: Event starts at 1 PM
Location: Manpower Medical Spa
3430 Executive Pointe Way Suite 3, Carson City
Why You Should Attend
This event is more than just a Botox party—itʼs a celebration of self-care and renewal. Whether youʼre looking torefresh your look or boost your wellness, our Spring Party is the perfect way to embrace the new season withconfidence. Plus, itʼs a great chance to connect with our expert team and learn more about the services we offer.
How to Book
Spaces are limited, so donʼt wait! Call us today at 775-883-4434 to reserve your spot.
Come celebrate spring with us—because you deserve to look and feel your best! We canʼt wait to see you there!
Grand Opening of Manpower
Celebrate the Grand Opening of Manpower MedSpa with Jillian and Mary!
We are excited to announce the grand opening of Manpower MedSpa on January 15, 2025! Join us for a day of celebration as we unveil our new facility dedicated to enhancing health, wellness, and beauty through innovative medical spa services.
Meet Our Experts
At Manpower MedSpa, we are proud to feature the expertise of Jillian Castillo and Mary Sellars, both dedicated Nurse Practitioners specializing in aesthetic and wellness treatments. With their extensive training and commitment to patient care, Jillian and Mary are here to help you achieve your health and beauty goals.
- Jillian Castillo specializes in testosterone replacement therapy, focusing on empowering individuals to enhance their vitality and overall well-being.
- Mary Sellars brings her experience in wellness and preventative care, dedicated to promoting longevity and helping patients live their healthiest lives.
What to Expect on Opening Day
Join us for an exciting grand opening event filled with activities designed to introduce you to our services:
- Exclusive Promotions: Take advantage of special discounts on our MedSpa services throughout the event. It’s the perfect time to try something new!
- Meet & Greet: Get to know Jillian and Mary, learn about their specialties, and discover how they can support your journey to wellness.
- Facility Tours: Explore our MedSpa, equipped with the latest technology and treatment options designed for your comfort and satisfaction.
- Refreshments & Raffles: Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages while entering our raffle for a chance to win fabulous prizes!
Why Choose Manpower MedSpa?
At Manpower MedSpa, we are committed to providing high-quality care in a welcoming environment. Our focus is on personalized treatments that cater to your unique needs. Whether you're interested in hormone optimization, skin rejuvenation, or aesthetic enhancements like Botox, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Save the Date!
Mark your calendars for January 15, 2025! We invite you to join us from 5PM to 7 PM at our location in Carson City, NV. Bring your friends and family for a day filled with fun, discovery, and a chance to start your wellness journey.
Stay connected with us on social media for updates leading up to the grand opening. We can’t wait to celebrate this exciting new chapter with you at Manpower MedSpa!
Contact Us
For more information about our services or to schedule an appointment, visit our website at [www.paradisesalonspawellness.com](http://www.paradisesalonspawellness.com) or [www.abilityfix.com](http://www.abilityfix.com).
Let’s make 2025 your year of health and beauty!
Boost Your Vitality with Manpower Testosterone Replacement Therapy - Now at Paradise!
Great news, fellas! At Paradise Salon Spa Wellness, we're always looking for ways to enhance your well-being. That's why we're thrilled to announce that Manpower Testosterone Replacement Therapy is now available right here in our building!
What's the Deal with Manpower TRT?
- Men's Health Experts: These gals know their stuff when it comes to testosterone replacement therapy and other treatments to boost your overall mojo.
- Personalized Approach: They're not about one-size-fits-all. Your treatment plan is as unique as you are.
- TRT Wizards: If low T is bringing you down, Manpower's got the magic to help get you back on track.
Why Might You Need This?
Let's face it, low testosterone can be a real buzzkill. It can mess with your:
- Energy (goodbye, couch potato!)
- Muscle mass (hello, guns!)
- Mood (say adios to grumpy cat)
- Sexual health (need we say more?)
The Best Part? It's Super Convenient!
No need to trek to Reno or beyond. Manpower TRT services are now available right here at Paradise. How cool is that?
Ready to Take the Plunge?
Everything starts with a consultation with our expert APRN’s; Mary and Jillian. From there they can explain and recommend the right course of action for you.
Get started by calling our front desk (we don't bite, promise!) 775 883-4434.
Additionally, if you’re reading this outside our business hours you can book a consultation online here -> Manpower Appointment
Want more nitty-gritty details? Check out Manpower's website for the full scoop.
Remember, folks, good health is like a killer haircut - it makes you look and feel awesome. So why not give your hormones the same TLC you give your locks? With Manpower TRT now at Paradise, feeling like a million bucks just got a whole lot easier!
Artist Appreciation Raffle!
We at Paradise are thrilled to announce our Artist Appreciation Raffle!
- Prizes are two paintings done by Carolyn Prentiss
- One ticket per vote of favorite painting
- No extra purchase of ticket(s) required
- Drawing Day: April 12th 2024
Inquire about tickets at the front desk
Title: Paradise's Artist Appreciation Raffle Official Rules
Eligibility:
The Giveaway is open to all clients of Paradise, who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry.
Employees, officers, directors, and representatives of Paradise, and their immediate family members and persons living in the same household, are not eligible to participate.
Giveaway Period:
*The Giveaway begins on [Thursday February 1st 2024] at [9am] and ends on [Friday April 12th] at [9am] (the "Giveaway Period").
All entries must be received within the Giveaway Period to be eligible.
How to Enter:
To enter the Giveaway, participants must provide their full name and contact information to Paradise.
Limit one entry per vote of favorite painting
Prize:
The prize for the Giveaway will be one hand painted art piece created by Carolyn Prentiss
The prize is non-transferable, and no cash or other substitutions are permitted.
[Paradise reserves the right to substitute the prize with another of equal or greater value if necessary.
Winner Selection:
The winner will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries received during the Giveaway Period.
*The drawing will be conducted within [3] days after the Giveaway Period ends.
*The winner will be notified via phone and email, and they must respond within 3 days to claim the prize.
If the winner fails to respond within the specified time, an alternate winner may be selected.
Publicity Release:
By participating in the Giveaway, the winner grants Paradise the right to use their name, likeness, and entry for promotional purposes without further compensation or consent.
General Conditions:
Paradise reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the Giveaway if fraud, technical failures, or any other factor beyond its control impairs the integrity of the Giveaway, as determined by Paradise in its sole discretion.
Paradise reserves the right to disqualify any individual it finds to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the Giveaway or violating these rules.
The Giveaway is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and is void where prohibited.
Limitation of Liability:
Paradise and its respective affiliates, subsidiaries, and agencies are not responsible for lost, late, incomplete, damaged, stolen, or misdirected entries or any problems or technical malfunctions of any telephone network or lines, computer online systems, servers, or providers, computer equipment, software, failure of any email or entry to be received by Paradise due to technical problems or traffic congestion on the Internet or at any website, or any combination thereof.
By entering the Giveaway, participants agree to release and hold Paradise harmless from any and all claims, damages, expenses, costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees, or liabilities brought or asserted by any third party against Paradise arising out of or in connection with their participation in the Giveaway or use of the prize.
Privacy:
Any personal information collected from participants in connection with the Giveaway will be used solely for the purpose of administering the Giveaway and will be subject to Paradise's privacy policy.
Winners List:
To obtain a copy of the winner's name or a copy of these Official Rules, send a request along with a self-addressed, stamped envelope to 3430 Executive Pointe Way, Carson City, NV 89706. *Requests must be received no later than [3] days after the end of the Giveaway Period.
By participating in the Giveaway, you agree to be bound by these Official Rules. This Giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with any social media platform used to promote it.
Paradise reserves the right to amend or modify these Official Rules or to terminate the Giveaway at any time, without prior notice.
Paradise
Salon, Spa, Wellness
3430 Executive Pointe Way
Carson City, NV
desk@paradisesalonspawellness.com
775.883.4434
Paradisesalonspawellness.com
Shake Off the Calories and Stress with Dr. Fuji's Cyber Slimmer!
Ladies and gentlemen, gather around because we're about to embark on a journey into the world of whole-body vibration (WBV) like you've never seen before. And who better to guide us through this vibrating adventure than yours truly, Perry Nixdorf of Paradise Salon Spa Wellness in Carson City, NV? So, grab your seat belts, because we're about to dive headfirst into the Dr. Fuji Cyber Slimmer—a contraption that's more exciting than a rollercoaster ride at an amusement park!
Picture this: you step onto the Dr. Fuji WBV platform, and it's like stepping into a sci-fi movie. The vibrations begin, and you can feel your muscles contracting and your body responding to the rhythmic tremors. It's like a dance party for your muscles, and everyone's invited! But before we get carried away with the excitement, let's take a closer look at what this incredible machine can do for you.
**1. Slimming and Toning:** First off, if you're looking to shed those unwanted pounds and achieve that toned, sculpted physique, then the Dr. Fuji Cyber Slimmer is your new best friend. The vibrations stimulate lymphatic drainage, which helps reduce cellulite and firms up your skin. Say goodbye to wobbly bits and hello to a beach-ready bod!
**2. Regulate the Neural System:** Feeling like you've been run over by a truck lately? The Cyber Slimmer can help improve the conductivity of your nerve cells, which means saying goodbye to physical and mental exhaustion. No more headaches and irritability – just pure zen vibes.
**3. Happy Tummies:** If you've ever struggled with constipation, you'll appreciate this one. The vibrations stimulate intestinal flow and can help ease your digestive woes. It's like a gentle massage for your insides.
**4. Boost Immunity and Blood Circulation:** Remember, health is all about diet and movement. While the Cyber Slimmer won't cook your meals for you, it'll definitely get you moving in the right direction. Improved blood circulation is a game-changer, and it can even help dissolve those pesky detrimental substances that like to hang around in your veins.
Now, before you rush to hop on this vibrating wonder, a few ground rules:
**1. It's All About Timing:** Time, speed, and body position are the secret sauce to success. If you're feeling a bit shaky about it (pun intended), don't hesitate to ask for help.
**2. Hold On Tight:** Grab those safety handles when you need some balance. We don't want any accidental somersaults here.
**3. Moderation is Key:** Don't go overboard! No more than 10 minutes at a time, and max out at 4 sessions per day. Even a fun ride at an amusement park can get tiring after a while.
**4. Speed for the Wee Ones:** If you're a bit on the delicate side or you've got kiddos around, keep the speed below 16.5HZ.
**5. Post-Meal Cool Down:** Wait at least an hour after eating to take this bad boy for a spin. We don't want any food-related mishaps.
**6. Weight Watchers:** The machine can handle up to 280 pounds. If you're heavier than that, well, you've got some slimming to do!
**7. Sober Vibes Only:** Alcohol and vibrations don't mix. Save the celebratory drinks for later.
Now, let's address the elephant in the room – contraindications. If you fall into any of these categories – heart disease, broken bones, joint injuries, pregnancy, and so on – it might be best to give the Cyber Slimmer a miss. And if you have electronic medical gadgets implanted in your body, sorry, but this ride is off-limits.
Remember, it's always a good idea to consult with your physician if you're unsure about hopping onto the vibrating bandwagon. Safety first, folks!
And, just to be clear, the FDA hasn't given its official thumbs up to these benefits yet. But hey, we're living on the edge here, embracing independent observations by Dr. Fuji and other sources. After all, who needs the FDA when you've got the power of vibrations on your side?
So, there you have it, folks – the Dr. Fuji Cyber Slimmer, your ticket to a toned, slim, and stress-free life. Whether you're looking to shake off calories, stress, or just a bad day, this vibrating wonder has got your back. Time to turn up the vibes and dance your way to a healthier you!
🌟 **Introducing the Vibe Revolution at Paradise Salon Spa Wellness!** 🌟
Hey there, trendsetters and wellness enthusiasts of Carson City! We're thrilled to announce a new addition that's bound to make your wellness journey even more exciting. Drumroll, please... 🥁 Say hello to our brand-new Dr. Fuji Vibration Platform!
Get ready to vibe your way to a healthier, fitter you! Our state-of-the-art vibration platform is here to elevate your fitness game and boost your overall well-being. Whether you're a fitness fanatic or just getting started, this cutting-edge technology is designed to help you reach your goals in style.
**Why should you hop on the vibe train?**
🏋️♂️ **Efficiency:** Say goodbye to long hours at the gym! Our vibration platform maximizes your workout efficiency by engaging multiple muscle groups simultaneously. It's like a full-body workout in a fraction of the time.
🌈 **Wellness Boost:** Experience improved circulation, increased flexibility, and reduced stress as you vibrate your way to better health. It's not just a workout – it's a rejuvenating experience.
💃 **Fun Factor:** Who said workouts had to be boring? Our vibration platform adds an element of fun to your routine. Dance, stretch, or strike a pose – it's your workout, your way.
Ready to embrace the vibes? Swing by Paradise Salon Spa Wellness and give our new Vibration Platform a try. Your journey to a healthier you starts with a single vibration. Are you ready to vibe with us for free?
We can't wait to see you rocking and vibing with us!
Vibrantly yours,
Perry and Starr
Founders, Paradise Salon Spa Wellness
P.S. If you're wondering how this fantastic platform fits into our world of beauty and wellness, let's just say it's our stylish twist on "vibes and beauty" – you'll have to experience it to believe it! 😉
Paradise Giveaway Official Rules
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING.
Eligibility:
The Giveaway is open to all clients of Paradise, who are 18 years of age or older at the time of entry.
Employees, officers, directors, and representatives of Paradise, and their immediate family members and persons living in the same household, are not eligible to participate.
Giveaway Period:
*The Giveaway begins on Friday, August 11th 2023 at 9am and ends on Friday, November 17th, 2023 at 9am (the "Giveaway Period").
All entries must be received within the Giveaway Period to be eligible.
How to Enter:
To enter the Giveaway, participants must provide their full name, birthdate, and email address to Paradise.
Limit one entry per person.
Multiple entries will be disqualified.
Prize:
The prizes for the Giveaway will be Paradise Gift Cards; ONE $20.00 gift card per week (Winner selected every Friday); ONE $50.00 gift card per month (Winner Selected Every LAST Friday of each Month), and the grand prize; a $100.00 gift card at the end of the quarter (Winner Selected Friday, November 17th, 2023).
The prize is non-transferable, and no cash or other substitutions are permitted.
Paradise reserves the right to substitute the prize with another of equal or greater value if necessary.
Winner Selection:
The winner will be selected in a random drawing from all eligible entries received during the Giveaway Period.
*The drawing will be conducted within 3 days after the Giveaway Period ends.
*The winner will be notified via email, and they must respond within 3 days to claim the prize.
If the winner fails to respond within the specified time, an alternate winner may be selected.
Publicity Release:
By participating in the Giveaway, the winner grants Paradise the right to use their name, likeness, and entry for promotional purposes without further compensation or consent.
General Conditions:
Paradise reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the Giveaway if fraud, technical failures, or any other factor beyond its control impairs the integrity of the Giveaway, as determined by Paradise in its sole discretion.
Paradise reserves the right to disqualify any individual it finds to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the Giveaway or violating these rules.
The Giveaway is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and is void where prohibited.
Limitation of Liability:
Paradise and its respective affiliates, subsidiaries, and agencies are not responsible for lost, late, incomplete, damaged, stolen, or misdirected entries or any problems or technical malfunctions of any telephone network or lines, computer online systems, servers, or providers, computer equipment, software, failure of any email or entry to be received by Paradise due to technical problems or traffic congestion on the Internet or at any website, or any combination thereof.
By entering the Giveaway, participants agree to release and hold Paradise harmless from any and all claims, damages, expenses, costs, including reasonable attorneys' fees, or liabilities brought or asserted by any third party against Paradise arising out of or in connection with their participation in the Giveaway or use of the prize.
Privacy:
Any personal information collected from participants in connection with the Giveaway will be used solely for the purpose of administering the Giveaway and will be subject to Paradise's privacy policy.
Winners List:
To obtain a copy of the winner's name or a copy of these Official Rules, send a request along with a self-addressed, stamped envelope to 3430 Executive Pointe Way, Carson City, NV 89706. *Requests must be received no later than 3 days after the end of the Giveaway Period.
By participating in the Giveaway, you agree to be bound by these Official Rules. This Giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed, or administered by, or associated with any social media platform used to promote it.
Paradise reserves the right to amend or modify these Official Rules or to terminate the Giveaway at any time, without prior notice.
Paradise
Salon, Spa, Wellness
3430 Executive Pointe Way
Carson City, NV
desk@paradisesalonspawellness.com
775.883.4434
Paradisesalonspawellness.com
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Paradise Wins Cutting-Edge Aquatic Fitness App Award
Ability Fix is our unique mobile app for anyone wanting to improve their fitness in the water regardless of their current physical ability level. Users are guided through easy-to-understand aquatic exercises designed to increase strength, flexibility, balance, and cardio.
Exercises are categorized by a person’s ability level or impairments, whether a person is a senior with limited mobility or an athlete who wants a high-intensity water aerobics workout. App users can enjoy the benefits of aquatic fitness in any body of water by casting or streaming to any device, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, smart TVs, and Bluetooth headphones.
Award-Winning Best Aquatic Fitness App
This innovative fitness app garnered a Global Health & Fitness Award: Best Aquatic Fitness App Developers 2019 from Global Health and Pharma (GHP). Ability Fix officially launched at the beginning of this year with 50 exercises and three Ai Chi routines.
While the app is designed to have a diverse following, GHP noted that it can be used in several ways and may be particularly useful for caregivers and medical professionals to create exercise routines that are tailored to their clients.
Customized or Predefined Water Workouts
Much like a music playlist, all of the water exercises are created as individual files and can be played in any order. A physical therapist, for example, can recommend a post-treatment regimen, such as exercises for water aerobics for lighter intensity workouts. The app is also versatile and easy enough for an adult child to help an ailing parent get the exercise they need.
One can select a predefined workout or customize their own routine based on their criteria. Hop in the pool and listen to the entire workout through speakers or waterproof headphones, similar to being taught water aerobics classes by an in-person professional aquatics instructor.
Ability Fix Offers Five Levels to Suit Different Needs
If high-impact, land-based activities aren’t working for someone at the moment because of injury, limited range of motion, or obesity, aquatic exercise may be extremely efficient and effective. Ability Fix offers five distinct levels of workouts and exercises to meet specific ability levels.
The app may be a good fit for someone who doesn’t benefit from aquatic fitness classes, which are often designed to serve an “average person,” so some may find that type of class too easy, too hard, or not appropriate for their mobility needs.
Workouts on the app are professionally-created by certified trainers. Water is a forgiving and fun environment for an effective workout. You can also make it as challenging as you’d like.
Learn more about Ability Fix at www.abilityfix.com
Drug Free Pain Relief
As featured in Healthy Beginnings Magazine
It’s no secret that some medications can be addictive. With most medications, the body is likely to develop a level of dependence, either becoming habit-forming, or ineffective. While you may already understand the importance of healthy living and exercise to manage pain, what you may not know is how much exercising in water can help you feel better now. Water exercise is an extremely effective natural pain reliever that treats both the entire body and mind, and there are some very specific reasons why it alleviates pain.
Gravity constantly exerts force against your body. When in the water, you alleviate gravitational pressure by 80-90% which releases painful tension throughout the entire body. With less tension, inflammation decreases and joints have the opportunity to replenish synovial fluid with movement.
When you are submerged in water, the equal force of pressure that surrounds your body works much like compression socks to increase venous return. In addition to improving circulation, the hydrostatic pressure dampens painful sensory stimulation to the brain offering even more relief. The natural force also causes you to breathe diaphragmatically, which resets your parasympathetic nervous system and reduces pain signals.
There are many other things that can cause pain, or exacerbate existing injuries such as poor posture, sleeping positions, unsupportive footwear, bad habits and more. Pain can occur due to muscles held in awkward positions and often movement is all that is needed to feel better. When you move your body in water, the low-impact resistance activates the hurting muscles to make them more flexible and mobile, which reduces pain.
Pain is often made worse by how we react to it, and it’s easy to get caught in a cycle of frustration, depression, and stress. When you regularly exercise in water, your body releases endorphins, which not only make you feel happy; they also act as a natural pain killer. The calming, rejuvenating nature of water combines both physical and psychological benefits, providing a unique form of relief that only water exercise can provide.
Something for Everyone
Water has something to offer for everyone regardless of your ability level. At Paradise Salon Spa and Wellness, we offer classes and aquatic equipment that are almost impossible to find outside of clinical settings. Water exercise is fun, refreshing, and also provides unique benefits that you can't experience elsewhere. Our clients regularly tell us how much they have been able to get back to doing the things they love most in life all because of water fitness. The best thing you can do is find out for yourself today. Stop by for a free tour!
Can Water Exercise Increase Bone Density?
As featured in Healthy Beginnings Magazine
Strength and resistance training are the most well-known techniques to increase bone mass. The force of your muscles pulling against your bones, along with the weight, or “load,” stimulates bone growth. Most people think of lifting weights as the only right solution; however, studies have shown water exercises were found to be an exceptional tool to accomplish increased bone density.
In the study of fluid dynamics, the drag equation is a formula used to calculate the force of the drag created by an object moving through a fluid. It confirms that the amount of resistance created by velocity increases exponentially. To illustrate how much resistance is generated due to speed, Myth Busters conducted tests firing .50 caliber bullets into water showing that bullets completely disintegrate within 3 feet!
If you gently move a limb through water, you will experience 12% to 14% more resistance than making the same movement in the air. If you double your speed from your initial gentle movement, you’ll experience 4 times the amount of resistance, which means now you are creating a 48% to 56% increase in resistance. Move even faster during your water exercise, and now you’re getting a serious bone-building workout! If that’s not enough add more drag by using aquatic equipment like paddles, handbells, or gloves. Multicomponent exercise routines improve the physical status of frail older adults, prevent disability and other adverse outcomes.2 Water exercise is a multicomponent approach to working out. It is proven to improve bone density, just like lifting weights.
Water exercise may be low-impact, but it’s not less effective. Water’s diverse natural components provide additional benefits. The drag component gives you the ability to instantly modify weight with speed control, unlike picking up a 30lb dumbell. The 360-degree resistance component engages both sides of the muscle for a variety of muscular loads applied on the bone, unlike the one-directional force of gravity. This generates stimuli and promotes an osteogenic response. The hydrostatic pressure component increases blood flow's venous return. This helps lower venous blood pressure, reduces swelling and hardening of muscles, which can be experienced during vein-popping land-based exercise.
With aquatic low-impact exercises, you will be able to strategically keep your body in tip-top condition. Whether you are limited in mobility or are an athlete, we have a workout program that’s perfect for you at Paradise in Carson City Nevada. Call, visit us online or even stop by to learn more about our aquatic fitness classes today!
The Healing Benefits of Hydrostatic Pressure
As featured in Healthy Beginnings Magazine
Have you have ever wondered why you feel so good when you get out of the water? The secret lies in the natural properties that water has and how it affects your body. Water offers many healing benefits that assist with improved health, pain relief, and much more. Buoyancy, temperature, and other properties of water have an impact on you; however, hydrostatic pressure has the most significant effect on your body.
Hydrostatic pressure is the force of water that is exerted on to the immersed body. The pressure that surrounds the body works much like compression socks. Arteries that take oxygen-rich blood to your muscles relax and blood flows freely. The pressure reduces the diameter of distended veins, which increases flow velocity and gives veins a boost pushing blood back to your heart. Compression stockings can keep your legs from getting tired and achy, so imagine what this type of compression can do for your entire body! The natural compression that water provides also reduces painful lactic acid buildup and supports detoxification.
Hydrostatic pressure provides a natural cardio workout. When you are submerged in water, water's natural pressure applies constant resistance to your chest wall. As you expand and compress your chest muscles, hydrostatic pressure helps you release more air than you usually would upon exhaling, strengthens chest muscles, and increases lung capacity.
Hydrostatic pressure is a powerful, drug-free pain relief tool. Pain is essentially an "alarm" signal that travels from your nerves to your brain. Hydrostatic pressure uniquely turns down these signals dampening sensory input to the brain. The natural force also causes you to breathe diaphragmatically. When you breathe from your diaphragm (also known as "belly breathing"), it resets your parasympathetic nervous system and reduces pain signals providing natural pain relief. People suffering from fibromyalgia, amputation, sciatica, chronic back pain, and any neurological, sensory, or musculoskeletal disorder significantly benefit from the healing benefits of hydrostatic pressure.
LISA CROWLEY JOINS PARADISE AS A COSMETOLOGIST AND MASSAGE THERAPIST
We are excited to welcome another associate into Paradise. Lisa Crowley is a massage therapist as well as a cosmetologist. She feels that she can facilitate an overall well being for her clients, by addressing both your beauty and your physical well being. For beauty she offers not only hair services but also pedicures and manicures. The massage services include all types of therapeutic massages. Call her for more info.
Formerly at RSVP salon she now brings her talents to us and gives us the ability to provide massage therapy 6 days a week now, as well as additional times for cosmetological services. Feel free to call her, the front desk or go online and schedule an appointment.