SERVICES

LASH EXTENSIONS have finally arrived.  We are so happy to welcome Angelica Tapia to Queen Bee on a full time basis.  The Queen Bee website is being updated right now so that you can check out who she is and what she does.  We do have all information about the lashes, in case the site is not updated yet, so let us know if you want to see it.  Prices.  SPECIAL reg. $149 now $120 for full set.  “Cats Eye” lashes - which are lashes applied to the outer edges are $70.  Expect to be in the chair an hour or two for services.

MAKEUP
Bridal  and event makeup is available full time with Shannon Maguire.  Shannon did my makeup for the May 2009 edition of Allure and I think she did a great job.  She even made my big ol’ schnoz look smaller!!!

MAT PILATES is up and running!!!  Brandi and Irene are ready to kick some serious tush.  Class schedules are online.  They have put together some amazing specials, and a Pilates Boot Camp.  The classes are small in size, this way, they can focus on you individually to make sure you are doing it right.  Mat Pilates prices are $15 per class, but there is also a two week unlimited class for $40. You can get a FREE class by referring a friend. Again, check out the website for all information. Tomorrow night is the first evening class.  Once the weather gets nicer, we can hold the classes outside in the garden.

YOGA.  Ally, Chrissy and Amy are also extending their hours and classes.  There is a $30 two week unlimited yoga and a free refer a friend special.  Check out website for more info. (you will be able to book yoga online in the next week)

MANI/PEDIS - HAIR.  Yve Marie Antista is now running the hair and nail department full time, so there are many more days and evenings you can book with her.  The hair room is now also equipped for color.  Prices are online.  Sundays are also available by appointment.

FACIALS - Back in the day, when I was a “Valley Girl” I offered my clients bikini and bottom facials. Yes, I really did.  This was more for clients who suffer from ingrowns and those annoying red pimples you see on yer bum.  It’s almost like an acne facial, but for down below (with NO massage!!!).   Anybody who is interested in this, please email Sharon at “classes@queenbeewaxing.com”.   Sharon will also be demonstrating how you can very simply keep your bikini line free and clear of lumps and bumps.
Sharon and I are also looking at some more indepth peels for the face.  We have found a line that we really like, so anybody who needs a peel before the summer, let Sharon know, as these are now being added to facials.

WAXING
This is where I need your feedback.  Jenn has mentioned that she receives a few complaints every week about people not be able to get in.  I am wondering if we should extend our hours and days to accommodate, at least for the summer?   My first reaction is to extend Ashley’s hours, which I will do.  Also, I am training Sharon on Brazilians, so I would love to hear from anybody who would like to get a wax for free as part of her training.  We are also throwing around the idea of opening up later on Friday evenings, and possibly Sundays.  What do you think?
The other thing I always point out to you is, please, when you leave your appointment make your next one.  It will save a lot of hassle. Also, believe it not, the Cancellation List really does work!
AWARDS PROGRAM.  I am very aware that a lot of you refer your friends and family and that a lot of you have been regular and loyal clients at Queen Bee.  We are working on a Rewards Program that will start to monitor when you visit, and after a certain amount of visits, reward you with a discounted or free service.  Please let us know when you refer people, as we don’t always know, and we would like to be able to show you how grateful we are.
I would also like to hear from any of you who have lost your jobs recently, or who just can’t afford to wax anymore.  There are programs that we run at Queen Bee to help you out.

ECZEMA.  Many of you have complained about eczema and a fabulous client just found an apparent miracle cream.  She emails…….
“Fluocinonide Ointment 0.05%, the ONLY thing that worked on my bum eczema.  This website may require a prescription, but many don’t. http://www.rxzone.us/product.cfm/rx/Fluocinonide-Ointment-005-30-GM-476473.html”

NOTE: Arriving late for appointments - Sometimes it’s unavoidable to be late for an appointment.  We all know that Los Angeles traffic is totally bi-polar.  Sometimes it’s great, sometimes it’s lousy and completely UNPREDICTABLE!  We really appreciate when you call to tell us that you are running late.  But please be aware, if you are too late, your appointment may have to be rescheduled, or you will lose some of the services. There are times when we ask you to sit and wait, but other times, it’s just too busy.  Having said all this, there are a number of people who routinely stroll in 20-30 minutes late, with no phone call before,  and expect to be seen right away.   This just ruins it for that person who was on the cancellation list, or the person who is next behind this particular client.  We have always acted fairly at the shop, and we just ask those people who think it’s fashionable to be very late, that you appreciate that we have a professional business to run.

Well, thanks for listening (or not!) to my ramblings.  As always, keep me in the loop with your thoughts, questions or complaints.  If I don’t know about it, there is nothing I can do about it.

Cheerio for now

Jodi and the Queen Bee Team
p.s.  Our garden is now open for you to enjoy.  Particularly if you work in the area, feel free to come bring your lunch over and hang out.  It’s so nice to have a little country garden in the middle of the city!