Interview with La Papillon Spa - Part 2

In my interview with Madeleine Homes, owner of La Papillon Spa, I got the chance to ask her for some advice for brides.

"What questions should a bride ask when choosing a make-up artist?"  The consultation is really important, this is after all one of the most important days in a woman's life.  Not to mention the photographs will last forever.  You want to know what you are going to look like ahead of time.

Homes suggests bringing photographs of yourself that you really like or clippings from magazines of looks you like.  Also, bring along some clippings of things you don't want.  Anything to help you describe what you want to look like on your day.  Another suggestion is to mention the color-theme of the wedding, the style (i.e., will you be on the beach or in a formal church ceremony?), and what your personality is like, so that can shine through.  Also, be sure to tell your make-up artist if you are planning to get a spray tan.

"Do you have any advice to give to brides planning a wedding in Maryland?"  Exfoliation!  Your skin is your canvas, be sure to get it into shape months before your wedding.  Just like you start exercising to get your body into shape, its about getting different facets aligned to have your best skin, brows, etc.  Have your brows waxed a few days before.  Drink lots of water.  Exfoliate, including your lips!

As I mentioned in my last post, Homes sent me home with some of Kate Sommerville's ExfoliKate and I'm in love!

"What do you enjoy most about working with brides?"  Getting an intimate peek at the most important day of their lives.  Its an honor, really. 

"Is there any other advice you'd like to give?"  Even the calmest people, when getting married, can lose it.  Take a step back, a deep breath and absorb your day.  Savor the moment.  And steal away for 5 minutes with your new husband at the wedding reception.

Thanks so much for all the advice and letting us take a look into your fabulous spa!

Interview with La Papillon Spa - Part I

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Madeleine Homes, owner of La Papillon Spa.  I asked her all sorts of things about her spa, which she describes as a skin care clinic amongst other things.  The services she provides include facials, waxing, make-up artistry, massage, reiki, and ear-candling.  A great thing about her adorable spa is that you can rent it out!

Perfect for bachelorette parties (imagine getting together with your girls and privately getting pampered!), they can accommodate up to 12 people comfortably.  La Papillon is also a great place to get ready on your special day.  They've had brides bring in their own hair professionals and have make-up artists on hand to help everyone look their best.

Homes once worked in huge spa and wants La Papillon to be the antithesis of that "factory feel," explaining that clients often become friends.  She says La Papillon is "unpretentiously upscale" and offers lines that you just don't see most places.  One of the unique lines they carry include Paul & Joe cosmetics.  The details on the packaging alone will make you want to gloss your lips!  They also carry Kate Sommerville's skin care line.  I tried the ExfoliKate from that line and now must go back and buy it.  Amazing stuff!

My next post will be more about this luxurious spa and some advice from Madeleine Homes for brides.  Until then, be sure to take a look at her blog, Peace.  Love.  Lipgloss.