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54 | JANUARY + FEBRUARY 2015 nshoremag.com bridal party groups. On one such occasion, Florio says, "We had styl- ists, management, guest services, makeup artists, and hair assistants all here specifically for them." Another thing that separates Pyara from the flock is their educational requirements. "The education we offer is beyond that offered by most salons," explains Florio. For example, a recent eight- hour class, taught by one of the top Aveda educators in the country, looked at the latest trends and best practices for styling including up- dos for brides. Their ethically sourced Aveda line comprises primarily plant- derived, exceptionally effective products. The Stress-fix kit, for instance, is meant for brides-to-be and has been clinically proven to reduce stress. Florio advocates for facials pri - or to the big day. "Getting facials in advance of getting married does wonders." He recommends their plant peel for naturally derived glowing skin. "It lasts for days and CONTACT RN Esthetics & Laser Co. 40 Salem St. Lynnfield 781-587-1403, rnestheticsand laser.com Pyara Spa and Salon 101 Middlesex Tnpk. Burlington, 781-270-9200 pyaraaveda.com Shanthala MD 194 Newbury St. Peabody, 978-854-5035 shanthalamd.com FOR MORE PHOTOS, VISIT NSHOREMAG.COM/PREPRIMP/ brides and mothers of the bride that come in for that." When it comes time for a client to marry, Doran and her team have one goal in mind: Improve the overall texture and tone of a woman's skin for her wedding day. They even offer a hydrafa - cial package, which includes a monthly facial, as well as peel packages, for which they use medical-grade peels that pen - etrate the skin and heal problem areas. "We recommend three peels, and we bundle them with really good home-care products." Laser hair reduction, skin tight - ening, photo facials, and ClearLift laser treatments are also very popular—the latter was featured on Dr. Oz and is a no-down-time skin tightening therapy. "They call it the Lunch Time Lift," says Doran. "People love it because it stimulates collagen and helps with fine lines and wrinkles. "People tell me the reason they love coming in here is that we are really outstanding clinicians and we really invest in getting great results for clients." In Burlington, general man - ager Steven Florio oversees the 12,000-square-foot Aveda lifestyle Pyara Spa and Salon. "We have a ton of space for accommodating group and bridal bookings," notes Florio. With a full retail area, expansive makeup area, 12 cutting and styling stations, 10 chairs for color, four manicure and pedicure stations, and multiple spa treat - ment rooms, there is room enough for parties of 10 to 12 people. "We have a designated bridal and group booking coordinator who specifically works with cli - ents," explains Florio. They have been known to open at 7 a.m. on a Sunday morning to accommodate it is completely safe." Peabody's Shanthala MD is a physician-owned and operated laser center and medspa offering tailored treatments designed with help from Dr. Shanthala Shi - vananjappa. She addresses clients' aesthetic goals using advanced noninvasive technology. "I believe that when you look good, you will feel confident and be at your best," she explains. Private bridal events include food and drinks, along with cus - tomized treatments and services like Botox, dermal fillers, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, and Clear + Brilliant. Such services are not limited to the bride and her court—the entire wedding party, including the groom, grooms - men, and parents can enjoy a day of relaxation and rejuvenation. Same-day appointments and night and weekend time slots make ac - cessing her services simple. Left, Michelle Doran (left) and Linda Vecchione of RN Esthetics & Laser Co. Right, Shanthala Shivananjappa, MD photographs by Elise Donoghue