Shellac & Gelish Designs At Hammam

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Take a look at some of the nails we have created at Hammam Spa with Shellac & Gelish!

Ombre nails. Using different shades of one colour  on each nail, lightest to darkest.

A different variation of ombre. A dark colour is used as the base and a bright colour is blended and faded into the tips.

Multi coloured leopard! These nails were done for a trip to Miami and only done to the ring finger nail while the rest of the nails were a light pink shade.

Another look for ombre. A bright colour is used for the base and a dark colour faded into the tips.

Be inspired and be creative with your nails! All of the above nails were done by Kendra Donaldson at Hammam Spa. Request to see her for these designs or mention a design you have in mind when you are booking, and we will make sure you are set up with the right therapist.

Nail Polish & The Superbowl

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What do nail polish and the superbowl have in common?

KE Specialties New York Giants Breast Cancer Nail Polish - NFLShop.com(New York Giants nail polish from the NFL shop)

Last week TMZ posted a link on their site about the New York Giants owner Steve Tisch and his little superstition…

It turns out his daughters painted his toes NY Giants colour red and blue five weeks ago and they had won every game since! So Steve refused to remove the polish for last nights superbowl. In case you only saw the game for Madonna’s halftime show, the New York Giants won!

Congratulations to the New York Giants! And Steve: You might want to keep that polish on your toes a little while longer and see what other great things will come.

 

Red Polish for Valentine’s Day

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The month of February always has us seeing RED, red nail polish.

Here are some of our favorite colours of red from Deborah Lippmann and Inglot!


Deborah Lippmann: Do Ya Think I’m Sexy?

Perfect for the sassy sexy woman and great over a classic red colour such as…

Inglot: #801

Deborah Lippmann: Single Ladies

A beautiful vampire flirtacious red. Looks great on short, soft square nails and sure to catch the eye of the single men!

Inglot: #024

A deep cherry red with very light shimmer. Not too bold, but just bold enough!

Deborah Lippmann: Since I Fell For You

Described as a “shimmering shiraz” and looks great with all skin tones and nail types.

Inglot: #924

A high gloss deep brown red. Perfect on fresh pedicured feet.

Deborah Lippmann: Stop and Stare

A creamy red made to stop people in their tracks!

If you are looking to get your nails done for Valentines Day, stop by Hammam Spa for a Manicure and Pedicure and have fun choosing from our wide selection of Deborah Lippmann and Inglot polish colours!

Hammam Spa Location & Travel

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We are located in the heart of King West at 602 King Street West at the corner of King West and Portland Street.

PARKING: There are three paid parking lots close by. One on King West in the Starbucks lot, another North on Portland at Richmond street and the third located South on Portland at Wellington st. There is always paid street parking as well! Just make sure to pay attention to the times you can and cannot park. If you underestimated your time spent at Hammam Spa and need to add more time to the meter, our front desk staff will be more than happy to help you out.

TRAVEL: We are very easily accessible through transit. By TTC, you want to get off at St. Andrews subway station and onto the streetcar, head West along King Street past Spadina ending at Portland Street. There is a stop right in front of Hammam Spa. There are a bunch of variations to arrive at Hammam Spa by TTC, this is the most popular and basic.

If you are driving either from the West or East end, you want to get on the Gardiner Expressway and exit off at Spadina, head North on Spadina and West on King Street. Keep your eye out for the Starbucks parking lot mentioned above on your left side.

TTC and Traffic is always unpredictable, try and check out the TTC service advisories or CP24 traffic to allow yourself alot of time to travel to Hammam Spa on time.

There are also plenty of clubs and restaurants available and close buy. Our favorite restaurants include Kiwe Kitchen, Blowfish and Buca. If you are planning on staying the night check out The Thompson Hotel right down the street from us!

We hope this makes it easier for you to travel and look forward to having you at Hammam Spa.

Hammam Spa Etiquette

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All spas have an etiquette guideline to ensure the spa runs smoothly and for their clients to get the most out of their visit. We have ours listed on our website, but if you have stumbled upon our blog – we also have it here! See Hammam Spa’s Etiquette below:

ARRIVAL

  • Please plan to arrive at least 20 minutes prior to your treatment so you can relax, enjoy a refreshment and prepare for your treatment.
  • First time guests must arrive a half-hour before their treatment to allow time to fill out a personal health profile. This profile will outline information that will enable your therapist to provide you with the most appropriate and effective service.
  • Please let your therapist know if you have any special physical or medical needs, conditions, or considerations.
  • Cellular phones are not permitted beyond the front reception area.

What to Wear

  • You will be provided with a robe and slippers when you arrive at Hammam Spa.
  • During all treatments, your body will be fully draped, except for the area being worked on.
  • For your luxury and complete spa experience we offer the use of our Hammam (steam room) to members and guests who have purchased a spa package or individual session.
  • You may always add the use of the Hammam to your services that do not automatically include the Signature Hammam Ritual.
  • Hammam Spa is a co-ed facility, and wraps and bathing suits are mandatory.

Lockers

We will provide an electric key locker with your own personal pin made by you to store your belongings. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Age Restrictions

Guests under the age of 16 are eligible to receive facial treatments and nail care, only when accompanied by their parent or legal guardian, and excludes steam room use for safety considerations.

Amenities for All Spa Guests

Visit the Boutique at Hammam Spa to find amazing treats for yourself or the perfect gift for someone special. Our shelves are brimming with those must-have essentials! Complimentary fresh fruit, beverages and teas are always available in our Tea Lounge. Indulge yourself or someone special.

Cancellation Policy

Due to the popularity and demand for Hammam’s spa services, we would appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

  • If you have booked a single treatment and need to cancel, you must notify us at least 24 hours in advance.
  • For multiple treatments you must notify us at least 48 hours in advance.
  • Cancellations or no-shows with less than the allotted time will be charged at full value.
  • Group and Parties cancellation policy must notify us one week in advance of the booking.
  • Arriving late will simply limit the time of your treatment. Your treatment will end on time so that the next guest will not be delayed and the full value of your treatment will be applied.
We want you to get the most out of your treatments and enjoy your time at Hammam Spa. Our front staff is always here to answer your questions and concerns to make you feel at ease and relaxed for your services. Feel free to call before your treatment to clarify any questions or concerns you may have!

Peels at Hammam Spa

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Peels are another great form of professional exfoliation. At Hammam Spa, we are very proud to be using the Skin Fitness professional line for all our peels. Skin Fitness is a popular line used among Dermatologist, Skin Therapists and Plastic Surgeons.

Just like Microdermabrasion, a Peel improves the skins texture by sloughing off the outermost layer of skin. It works by having a high concentration of Salicylic or Glycolic acid that gently starts to peel and resurface the skin as it is massaged in. This results in fresher more even toned skin that is able to absorbed products more to get the most out of them.

Skin Fitness has an amazing line of peels full of antioxidants, vitamins, fruit pulps and minerals to further improve the look of the skin.

(Arne Roslund Photography)

Hammam Spa has over 8 peels available to use for every single type of skin- including sensitive skin!. The type of peel you get is determined by a skin analysis from one of our trained Skin Therapist. To get the most out of your peel, it is recommended to have a 90min Luxury Facial (a Peel and Casmara masque is included with it) and a proper at home skincare routine that our Therapist educate you on.

Having a chemical peel is a great way to introduce a client to professional skin resurfacing and transforming the skin to the best it can be. Call us today to book with one of our Skin Therapist to find out more and have your questions and concerns answered.

Tea In The Sahara

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Not only do our services leave an impression, but so does the tea!


Sahara Tea is always served in our tea lounge, flavors are rotated daily and sold in our boutique. Some of our popular flavors are Beautiful Foolishness, April in Paris and Himalayan Trance.

This tea is an all herbal tea made from fresh aromatic ingredients consisting of fruits, spices, herbs and flowers. It is available in all types of tea such as Green, White, Oolong, Rooibos, Black and Wellness blends and described on thier website as…

An exotic collection of aromatic and flavourful teas that evoke your senses while taking you on a journey to faraway places from your cup. It’s truly A JOURNEY IN EVERY CUP®.

Enjoy a warm cup of Sahara Tea in our tea lounge today or stop by our boutique to take some home with you!

 

 

Microdermabrasion at Hammam Spa

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Microdermabrasion removes the outermost layer of dead skin cells, making it an effective way to attain fresher, healthier, younger looking skin. Multiple micro treatments can help decrease shallow acne scars, hyper pigmentation, fine lines and helps your product penetrate up to 50% more. It is recommended to do a minimum of 6 treatments two weeks apart to get the best results.

The microdermabrasion machine works by dispensing the crystals through a tube along with suction. The abrasion tool is then moved across the face in a sweeping motion covering all areas of the face. The crystals resurface and renew the outer layer of skin and the suction pulls the dead skin and used crystals to a filter that is later disposed of.

At Hammam Spa we have a top of the line medical grade microdermabrasion machine and use corundum crystals. Our microdermabrasion service includes analysis of the skin, double cleanse, micro, mask, hand massage and finishing it up with a toner, eye cream, serum, face cream and SPF. Wearing an SPF after a micro service is very important, because we removed the outer layer of your skin – it is now fresh skin that can be easily burned and overly sensitive for the next couple of days. After your microdermabrasion, it is recommended that you do not steam, tan or excessively sweat (eg. working out) to prevent irritation.

Hammam Spa has highly educated and trained Skin Therapist performing the micro service. Any questions or concerns they will be more than happy to answer for you.

Benefits Of A Steam

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Here at Hammam Spa we have a 500 square foot custom built Turkish Hammam for our clients to enjoy. We always suggest clients to give themselves plenty of time before and after their services to enjoy the Hammam. A Hammam is more than a relaxation tool and has many benefits for our body.

Our Hammam is Eucalyptus scented, this helps prevent cold and flu symptoms and clearing the sinuses. A Steam also detoxes the body, boost your immune system, relaxes the muscles, prevents muscle injuries and help alleviate current muscle pain. Having a steam after running a marathon, a gym training session or on a Friday night after a full stressful week at work are all perfect ideas.

The Hammam is also a perfect idea for the skin. For those with problematic skin on their face or back, a steam will open up the pores and release toxins causing the breakouts. To further improve your skin, book a back treatment or facial to cleanse, purify and have professional extractions done.

Anyone with high blood pressure, heart issues or pregnant, may want to consult their doctor first before entering a steam room. For all those taking advantage of our Hammam, you may also want to check out our Tips For The Hammam to get the full benefits of the steam as well as to ensure you are steaming safely.

 

Gelish Polish at Hammam Spa

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Gelish is by Nail Harmony, Shellac is by CND Nails. Gelish and Shellac are the same thing, just different brands. Just like OPI and Essie are both nail polishes just different brands.

We carry both brands at Hammam Spa. We did this to have more variety for our clients and find they are both comparable, none is better than the other. Gelish has over 72 colours now in their line and are always expanding. Gelish is also applied exactly like Shellac and removed the same way.

Check out Gelish colour swatches here!

Right now at Hammam Spa we do not carry all colours by Gelish, but have tried to have all colour shades available to you. If you see a colour you love and we don’t have, let your therapist know and we will have it on our order list for next time.

So, if you book a Shellac manicure and choose a Gelish polish… No worries! Same price, same product, just your favorite colour* We look forward to seeing you on your next manicure or pedicure visit!