Honi's Mindful/Holistic/Green/Organic & Non-Toxic World :)

Eco-Friendly Gift options for this holiday season from Holeco® Wellness Medi Spa

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 01:40:00 +0000

Looking for eco-friendly gifts this holiday

season where you are actually making

a difference with the choices of purchase you are making? Mindful purchasing will make the greatest contribution to our present & future.

Well, don't look any further. We have them

at our spa. Our popular eco-travel set & eco-baby gift set are creating a buzzzzzz around town. Now also selling at Tranquil Space in Washington DC, My Health Builders in Annandale VA & recently reviewed on Daily Candy, these products are totally NON-Toxic and totally nourishing on your body, whether you are a baby or an adult. The goal is to HONOR your health, RESPECT the environment & IMPROVE quality of lives of those in developing countries in Africa via our donation to International Lifeline Fund. (I donate a portion of each sale of each holeco life product to Lifeline Fund). www.lifelinefund.org

From supply to production, all steps have been thouroughly thought thru via my HEART so I am par to solution to sustainability as a dedicated GREEN business owner. The boxes, the bags, the tissue paper, the raffia ribbon, the the labels and all are eco-friendly. Even better, I have made these products reusable, refillable & recyclable.

Cost:

eco-travel set $24

eco-baby gift set $40

We have other awesome options under $20

*eco-chakra raw chocolates (7 flavors) $10-$11

*eco-organic green tea (Jasmin & Moe Feng) $14-$18

*eco-soy candle (lemongrass & lavender) $14

*eco-bath herbs (stimulating, calming, hydrating) $14

*eco-mineral make up (shadow sticks) $18

With Holeco® Love

Honi Borden & Holeco® Team :)

holeco® life products on Daily Candy & now selling at Tranquil Space

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:55:00 +0000

holeco® life has finally hit the market. First, thanks to Dr. Kim of My Health Builders in Annandale VA for recognizing the value of holeco ® life products and opening the very first account in September 2009. Now we have our 2nd account opened in Washington DC, at the coolest & most eco-friendly yoga studio, Tranquil Space of course. True blessings & gratitude to Kimberly Wilson & Marq for believing in the mission of holeco® life products and making this collaboration happen. Now featured on Daily Candy as well: http://www.dailycandy.com/washington-dc/article/77321/Holeco-Life-Beauty-Care-Debuts

It is simple. My heart has been moved beyond words can explain, the dedicated work of Dan Wolf & Vahid Jahanghari in developing countries of Africa. I decided to dedicate the mission of my private label line to their projects of "clean water" and "fuel efficient stoves" in Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya & Sudan. I have 6 wonderful people that have come in the project with me in making holeco® life happen where we are producing super healthy products that honors one's health, is incredibly mindful of the environment & is improving the lives of families across the globe.

Being GREEN starts within and with our own individual heart. Only then, we can extend this love we feel outside & choose to make a difference.

What products are you supporting? Have you thought about how they effect your health, the health of our environment, the health of society? THINK AGAIN and open your heart to see clearly.

With Holeco® Love

Honi Borden & Holeco® Team :)

Our Holistic Wellness Retreat to Malinalco Mexico

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 18:55:00 +0000

Words cannot simply describe the enrich experience we shared at our journey

to Malinalco Mexico, a small town with such high female energy surrounded

by mountains where one can truly experience a culture at a local level. Listening to the words of an Aztec Worrier who carried the souls of his ancestors in his blood & elegantly shed a light into his world, warmed up my heart, especially when it was touched by his hand filled with inner fire. Meditating at the sacred ground in Xochicalco and learning about our animal guides was completely a blessing I will never forget.

True gratitude to Lillian Aviles Chapa of Flor Escapes for the gift of OVERstanding the value of holistic retreat and all the details surrounding it. Lillian's vision & eye for an transformable experience is a GIFT. Taking our three person team on the road for the first time, testing our connection & the work that we do, has been priceless. We will soon be a 4 person team with Keya Bala and adding the element of "expression" to our work that will complete our approach. www.florescapes.com

I came out of this trip with so much more than I had ever imagined & now have a clearer vision of HOLECO.................

With pure LOVE

Honi Borden :)

Holeco® Wellness Medi Spa's Grand Re-Opening Success

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 02:06:00 +0000

What a fabulous evening filled with light within!!!!!!

To share an evening with so many I LOVE, honor, respect & value all under one roof is quiet powerful. This was truly a very special night where the support of our green community displayed its strong roots. Having my children Kiyan and Nevan as well as their sweet friend Petra, was even more beautiful. Special thanks again to my GREEN friends that made this happen:

DJ of Java Green

Steve & Megan of Live Green

Nona & Charlie of Tizane Tea

Doron of Sticky Fingers

Nico of Peligrosa

Mary of Herban LifeStyle

Paul of Houddini Design and Food for Life Global

Katherine of NIHA

Valerie of Cavelheri Photography

Pitgu of ONE Coconut Water

Kimberly of Tranquil Space & TranquiliT

Keya of Keya Bala Fashion

Lillian of Flor Escape

In addition, special thanks to Silvia for making the flyers and bringing her friends to help; Sherrel Daniels for all the love she gave with her help; Nico Morrison for flying up from NC to celebrate with us; NIHA for allowing us to share the light with them and finally, my amazing staff for believing in me and being a real family in standing behind our philosophy in serving with LOVE.

With joy, love and peace

Honi Borden & Holeco® team :)

eco-baby gift set by holeco® life (non-toxic, organic & very green)

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 02:24:00 +0000

eco-baby gift set

designed to 100% honor your baby's health.

there is no need to worry about what is in the product. the hard work has already been done ensuring this line is 100% FREE FROM SYNTHETIC ingredients. even the essential oil used in these products, are 100% therapeutic grade formulated by mikael zayat.

what's in it inquiring mind may want to know???

*eco-body lotion-use anytime anywhere

*eco-body multi wash-hand wash, body wash, hair wash, wash, wash (no need to buy 10 different things)

*eco-body oil-the absolute best super healthy message oil ever for your baby

*eco-baby powder-super save baby powder

NOW AVAILABLE at our salon for $40 and soon on www.holecolife.com

with joy, love and peace

Honi Borden & Holeco® Team :)

Super October Specials at Holeco® Wellness Medi Spa

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 13:15:00 +0000

Dear All:

Happy Fall. We hope you are enjoying the blissful weather with the cool air in the morning and the beautiful Sun.We are delighted to be in our new cozy space in Washington DC uniting with NIHA to bring you a completed integrated model of holistic health and beauty service designed to HONOR YOUR HEALTH. www.NIHAdc.com Don't forget our grand re-opening on October 20th at 6:30pm-8:30pm. Please be sure to send us an email to RSVP no later than 10/15. This is by invitations only and we will have names at the door.

In the month of October, we are bringing you Fantastic Specials:

IN-STYLE Magazine October Special with Chocolate Sun Organic Spray Tan
50% off a single treatment for In-style readers and our existing clients***we are participating with the West Coast promotion offered by Chocolate Sun's founders (Sousie & Kimmie) who are featured again in IN-STYLE Magazine October issue**** To learn more and watch our You Tube video, please click: http://holecomedispa.com/chocolate_sun.html (normally $65)

Chakra Balancing Special
Balance your chakras for optimal well being. With a paid service of Chakra Balancing, you will receive one of our holeco® eco-chakra chocolates complimentary (worth $11) as a way to expand your energy experience. If one prefers purchase the holeco® eco-chakra oils or the chakra jewerly instead of receiving the complimentary chocolate, we offer you a one time $10 off of one of these products. Here is the website for Chakra Balancing with our YouTube Video: http://holecomedispa.com/chakra_balancing.html (normally $115)

Raw Chakra Holeco® Chocolate Private Meditation Special
$25 off your next private one hour Meditation. Breathe in. Breathe out. Awaken your senses…Quiet your mind…Develop your gratitude..... Be guided on a personal journey, arousing all five senses. With Vincent Hu, Holistic Health Counselor and Certified Kundalini Yoga Instructor, you will explore our awarenesses through chocolate meditation and chakra opening exercises, learning a few simple techniques to quiet the mind and bring more tranquility into our lives. All levels. Wear light and comfortable clothings. Raw Chakra Chocolates are Guilt-free, dairy free, cholesterol free, sugar-free, vegan and made with agave nector & pure Love. (there is no service page for this yet, but it is coming due to popular demand)

Laser, Laser, Laser Special ($100 off any single treatment or $50 off package***not applicable on maintenance or any other offers) Fall is the absolute best time to start the laser hair removal that you have been waiting for as the color of your tan has faded away and you can begin now to be ready by spring/summer time. No more ingrown hair, raiser burns, irritations, discoloration of the skin and not to mention gaining FREEDOM. I understand the frustrations of all of these challenges because of my cultural middle eastern heritage. I LOVE treated unwanted hair and getting the smile back on your face that you deserve. Areas you can treat: face, underarm, bikini, abdomen, back, neck, legs, arms, toes, hands, fingers to name a few....http://holecomedispa.com/laser1.html

Dermal Fillers of Restylane & Perlane Special (15% off each 1cc)
Dermal Fillers, Restylane & Perlane are the ONLY 100% natural choice used at Holeco® Wellness Medi Spa.The procedure is performed by Dr. Lotsikas, and her goal is to provide a Natural Facial Rejuvenation using a very safe and natural product that we already have in our skin. As we age, we lose volume in our face. By using Dermal Fillers (Restylane and Perlane) we are replacing the Hyaluronic Acid that we lose naturally as we age. These fillers are made from a natural substance that attracts water and adds volume to areas where we place it. The most common places are Nasolabial folds, Marionette Lines, Mental Crease, Lips and Under the eyes. http://holecomedispa.com/restylane.html (Restylane $585, Perlane $625)

To schedule your next appointment, please call us at 202-237-0016 or email us at holecomedispa@gmail.com
We look forward in serving your needs.
With joy, love and peace
Honi Borden & Holeco® Team :)

Holeco® Wellness Medi Spa is now in DC part of NIHA

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:47:00 +0000

NIHA is pleased to announce our new affiliate, Holeco® Wellness Medi Spa

Holeco® Wellness Medi Spa is a holistic and eco-minded center and together with National Integrated Health Associates can provide a holistic health and aesthetic beauty service for our client's well being.

Holeco® Wellness Medi Spa is the 1st holistic/non-toxic/green Medical Spa in the US that has become recognized by Green America as a socially responsible GREEN company and is listed as the first medical spa in their National GREEN pages directory. Their mission is to provide holistic aesthetic beauty treatments while honoring health from the inside out, and respecting the environment as a Green Company. Holeco® works extremely closely with LIVE GREEN to help living green easier via our community.

Holeco® Wellness Medi Spa provides a range of holistic/non-toxic services such as Laser Treatment including hair removal, vein treatment, collagen enhancement, pigment treatment and acne treatment,Microdermabrasion, Microcurrent Face Lift Tightening, Natural Deram Filler (Restylane &Perlane), Reiki, Reflexology, ChakraBalancing, Auyurvedic Treatments, Organic Spray Tan, Private Meditation, and Holeco® yoga...just to name a few. They also offer holeco® life, a private label line of skin care products, and a sustainable line of personal care, mineral cosmetics and raw chocolates, all mindfully chosen to honor your health, heighten awareness of environmental challenges & improve quality of life of families in developing countries in Africa. A portion of the sales of holeco® life products are donated to International Lifeline Fund for clean water and fuel stove projects in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Sudan. For more information visit www.HolecoMediSpa.com & www.holecolife.com

INTRODUCTORY SPECIAL FOR NIHA PATIENTS

NIHA patients will receive a 15% discount on all Holeco® services through the end of September.

To Schedule please call 202-237-0016 or email holecomedispa@gmail.com

Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa moves to DC at the end of August to join NIHA :)

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 17:36:00 +0000

Dear All:

As many of you may already know, it has been a couple of years that I have initiated continuous efforts in moving to another space in Northern Virginia. Over and over, I did not find the right space and each time I became more aware that the future held something else that I was seeing. Well, the answers came, but completely different than what I was seeking and more than I had ever asked for. I would like to share the wonderful news with you that we (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) are finally moving to DC (Friendship Heights area) at the end of August and joining NIHA (National Integrated Health Associates) www.NIHAdc.com where we will be with a group of all alternative/holistic physicians and practitioners that value Health from the inside out. I am incredibly excited about this new chapter in life & thrilled being a part of this completed model of integrated health that facilities more positive change in our future.

I would like to take this moment and acknowledge your choice of supporting our green business these past 3 years and how meaningful it is to us. Holeco™ Team & I are truly grateful that you recognize our efforts in creating alternative solutions in the medical aesthetics industry, where we believe one's health is to be honored & kindness to environment is respected along the way. I never thought for a second when 9 years ago my son & husband's horrific skin irritation & health related issues will result in this dream that has turned into reality by blending the world of organic & non-toxic with medical aesthetics & green living.

Looking forward in seeing you at our grand opening

Please be sure you are on our group list to learn about all the upcoming events: http://groups.google.com/group/holeco-wellness-medi-spa

With holeco™ love, Honi & Holeco™ Team :)

What is exactly in those yummy raw vegan organic holeco™ life chakra chocolates?

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 15:09:00 +0000

eco-chakra seven superchoc

OMGoooodness!!! Vanessa is BRILLIANT with the thoughtful superfoods she has put in this heavenly chocolate.

Why is it so special? Well, take a look at ingredient list first: Cacao beans, cacao butter, agave nectar, goji berries, freeze-dried raspberries, mesquite, maca root powder, Siberian ginseng powder, ashwaghanda powder, gingko biloba powder, gotu kola powder, burdock root powder, açai powder, crystal manna flakes, camu camu powder, vanilla bean, reishi mushroom extract, passionflower powder, rose hips, Love

Then pay attention to what happens next: Your mood is enhanced, your magnesium deficiency is satisfied, you can probably sleep better now & chances are the eye twitching will go away. You feel proud supporting a product that is filled with love from supply to production so you are receiving that positive energy with the bite that you are taking into the chocolate. Your level of gratitude enhances as you take deep breaths taking in all the scents to open up your senses towards consciousness.

Your purchasing power also helps improve lives in developing countries of Africa. Buy purchasing any of holeco™ life products, you are first honoring your health & respecting the environment & helping me donate a portion of the sales to International Life Line Fund with their "Clean Water"& "Sustainable Fuel Efficient Stove" projects in Sudan, Uganda, Tanzania & Kenya.

THANK YOU all for supporting our efforts in promoting responsible & ecological living. We will create a better environment for the future of the next generation by making conscious green choices.

with holeco™ love, Honi :)

holeco™ life products (eco-conscious & super green) are made with complete LOVE from supply to production & with a project of improving lives :)

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:12:00 +0000

holeco™ life products hits the market!

holeco™ life is dedicated to the belief that true beauty starts within, which we call "rooted beauty". Our eco-conscious personal care, cosmetic line & superfoods is handmade with LOVE using the highest quality of natural ingredients, purest organic extracts, therapeutic essential oils and synthetic-free preservatives. Our sustainable product line is mindfully chosen to not only honor your well-being and heighten awareness of environmental & global challenges, but to help improve quality of life for families in developing countries.

I am so pleased to share wonderful individuals have allowed me to private label though them to create holeco™ life project to help with International Life Line Fund's efforts of "Clean Water" & "Sustainable Fuel Efficient Stoves". By purchasing holeco™ life products, not only are you honoring your health by putting the cleanest product on your body, you are also part of helping the lives of those living in Sudan, Tanzania, Kenya & Uganda through my donation. Your purchasing power goes very far with this line.

Special thanks to the following amazing individuals who have allowed this remarkable amazing journey happen:

Vanessa Barg of Gnosis Chocolate
Mary Kearns of Herban Lifestyle

Valerie Cavalheri of Cavalheri Studio

Svetlana Belinkina of Princess and Her Type

Vahid Jahangari of International Lifeline Fund

Our website for holeco™ life is underway. It will be a little bit longer until all products are on there. Our cosmetic line consist of (shadow sticks, eye liners, lip liners, mini gloss & foundation powder with sunblock). We have eco-friendly soy candle, eco-bug spray, eco-make up remover, eco-hair oil and yummy organic raw chakra chocolates & chakra jewerly & much more. For now, come to our office and sample the products. They will be online for sale soon (we will also have a green rep to open accounts for salons and spas).

with holeco™ love, share the LOVE

Honi Borden & Holeco™ Team :)

Holeco™ Life Raw Organic eco-chakra Chocolates are now available for sale @ Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa ONLY.

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 02:03:00 +0000

WOW:

Our raw organic holeco™ life eco- chakra chocolates (made totally with LOVE by Vanessa Barg of gnosis chocolates) are in at last. Finally, you can enjoy a chocolate that is just so good for your mind, body & spirit. We have them in 7 eco-chakra flavors made with the freshest organic ingredients.

No worries about raising your blood sugar. It is made with blue agave nector. No worries about your cholesterol being effected either. It uses Crystal Mana. Endulge yourself knowing you are getting SUPER antioxidants into your body guilt free. Enhance your mood; Get all the magnesium that you need so you can stop that eye twitching and finally getting some needed sleep. Take a deep breath first to experience all your senses getting heightened by the fresh smell of cacao butter.

THANK Goodness that there is finally a chocolate that is amazing for your health, tastes unbelievably delicious & is mindfully handcrafted one by one with tremendous LOVE, that is passed on to you. NO manufactoring here, only LOVE.

Oh, best of all, by purchasing any holeco life products, I donate a portion of the proceeds to help support International Lifeline Fund's "Clean Water" & "Fuel Efficient Stove" projects in Uganda, Tanzania, Sudan & Kenya to help improve the lives of families by providing sustainable cost-effective & environmentally solutions to the most pressing developmental problems in rural Africa. www.lifelinefund.com

So eat knowing you are honoring your health, enjoy knowing your chakras & your mood is being enhanced, & smile knowing you are taking a part of solution to sustainability on a global level.

With Love, Joy & Peace
Honi Borden & Holeco ™ Team :)

****COMING SOON: Holeco™ Life Chakra Chocolate Meditation by Vincent Hu************

"Clutter Cleansing is a Spiritual Business" by Bev Hutchins @ Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 13:27:00 +0000

So, you have clutter! You've been looking at that stuff for awhile and just can’t muster the energy to do anything with it. Here’s your chance to change your perspective. This 1.5-hour workshop is a novel approach to seeing your clutter in a spiritual way. You'll discover it's more than just stuff. It's a reflection of your spirit.

We'll define clutter and what it means to you. Then you'll identify one item you have and know is clutter, but that you can't let go of. We'll do fun activities to find out why you view it as clutter and see whether you might be able to release it by the end of the workshop. You'll hear how your situation parallels that of others and gain an awareness that you are not alone when it comes to dealing with stuff.

You MUST RSVP for this workshop by registering here to "sign up" http://www.holecomedispa.com/calendar.html. This is a popular workshop and it fills up very quickly and we regret in advance that we can only accomediate 20 people maximum. Please no walk ins. The cost is only $15 and we will serve you fresh organic hot green tea as well as coconut water. :)

Looking forward in seeing you,

With joy, love & peace

Honi Borden & Holeco™ Team

Lymphatic Drainage Body Treatment @ Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa using TriActive Laser

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Sat, 09 May 2009 03:26:00 +0000

$95 Introductory Special (regular $125 per Tx)

Fantastic Benefits:

painless
can be used on all skin types and complexion
unisex
increases micro circulation
increases skin elasticity
helps detoxification process
feels like a mechanical massage
stimulates fibroblast to increase collagen production
relieves MUSCLE pain
awesome procedure to use after liposuction :)
let's not forget Cellulite Reduction

For limited time we are offering an introductory price of $95 per treatment (saving of $30) for those new to this treatment. Please call ahead to schedule your next session with us. It will only take 30 minutes to get those lymphs moving again.

Honi Borden & Holeco™ Team

Mother's Week Special @ Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa 5/2-5/9

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 13:39:00 +0000

To Our Dearest MOMs:

Every day is your day. You give so much of yourself to your loved ones. I would like to dedicate this video to you which sums up all your hard work. Enjoy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGV9_zStPO0

To honor MOMS, from May 2nd to May 9th, we are offering our lovely MOMS a surprise health gift box with a paid service of 20% off any single treatment or 10% off extra on packages from the following treatments:

Laser Treatments (hair, vein, collagen, pigment, acne)
Microdermabrasion
Energy Healing Treatments (Reiki, Reflexology, Chakra Balancing, Detox Heaven, Pedikarma, Ultimate Healing)
Organic Spray Tan
Ion Foot Bath Detox Treatment
Derma Fillers (Perlane & Restylane) n/a on package
Nutritional Response Testing n/a on package
Cellulite Body Treatment

To learn more about each treatment, please visit: http://holecomedispa.com/services.html

Our appointment spaces will fill up quickly with this offer, so please be sure to call ahead at 703-241-4004 or email us at holecomedispa@gmail.com to schedule an appointment. Please keep in mind we have office hours from Tuesday to Thursday 1-8 & Saturday 10-4 and we appreciate your mindfulness in paying us via cash & check to help us keep our prices low.

Looking forward in serving our wonderful MOMS.
With joy, love & peace
Honi Borden & Holeco™ Team
& my boys Kiyan & Nevan

Flu!!!!!! Get your immune system strong.

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 20:44:00 +0000

Hmmmmmmmm John Peterson in his book "A vision for 2012" talked about this and how it will happen, and I am wondering if another scare is a motivation by our government to get people feeling scared so conveniently they can vaccinate us by the awful petrochemical based products !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Regardless, your immune system at cellular level needs to be very strong so you can fight against any virus coming at you. We approach it in this way holistically and recommend the following to you:

BUILD UP YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM!!!

use products like non toxic essential oils, like "immune up"(you can buy from us), far-infrared therapy (like the Amethyst Biomat) this is used during just about all of our treatments, drink Alkaline Ionized water (we sell them on line & at the spa), Ion Detox Treatment, and eat the best, healthiest diet you can (lots of raw veggies and fruits...). Conversely, stay AWAY from acidic unhealthy substances like drugs, soda/cola, caffeine, sugar, artificial sweeteners, (too much or any) meat/dairy, white flour, fast foods of all kinds because these will LOWER your pH and acidify your body...exacerbating and increasing your symptoms.... Rachel Goodkind's suggestions.

& THINK positive.

Love, Honi :)

Professional Photography by my friend Valerie Cavalheri & Mother's Day Special

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 02:39:00 +0000

Professional Photos:
What a unique & fun experience listening to Zen Cafe, with a gentle fan blowing a few feet away while having Valerie guiding the lights & the camera to capture what she pictures before hand in her mind. This was definitely a foreign territory for me & I am grateful I was in the hands of someone who is just great at what she is doing and is making you feel at ease. All I asked was to have some flowers & be barefoot. :)

If you have been waiting to have your photo taken or have a family photo shot, here is a wonderful additional reason to contact Valerie. I am thrilled to announce that Valerie is offering 50% off the sitting fee for any publicity /head shot photos for any family or children portraits & 100% goes towards the purchase of photos. This offer is exclusive to Holeco™ Patrons and it will expire July 1, 2009.
http://cavalheriphotography.smugmug.com

With joy, love & peace

Honi :)

"Not Just a Pretty Face" by Stacy Malkin

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 12:51:00 +0000

A MUST Read Book

This is a message to all, not just the moms that are making
all the daily household decisions, but to dads & teens as well, to take an active role in learning what you are putting on your body & how it is impacting your well-being.

PREVENTION is the best intervention, but how come we (in America) are so focused on "CURE" rather than not getting sick in the first place? I have navigated through many Cancer Foundation websites and do you find anything on there that raises the attention to the harmful preservatives in our daily use cosmetic/personal care products???? It's the same band aid approach, to let's just cover, but oversee the cause of the initial problem. How about all the Pink awareness, only to learn they are still using products that are known to be carcinogens?

I typically address these questions at the spa as well as when I give presentations. I am beyond thankful for Stacy Malkin's book "Not Just a Pretty Face" that makes my job a bit easier because you can learn so much from the details that goes on. You will wake up, & you will then understand.

As a signatory to the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, I have been & will continue to only bring products that are free from synthetic chemicals that are harmful to your health & the planet earth. My promise is for you to benefit from the highest quality organic/natural/chemical free/sustainable/earthfriendly/affordable products that I can find in the market to free you from doing the homework so you can enjoy & relax from the benefits. :)

With Joy, love & Peace
Honi :)

Please cast your vote for us on t"StarupNation Leading Moms in Business 2009 Competition"

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 17:55:00 +0000

StartupNation for Leadign Moms in Business Competition is a tribute to moms in Business and it is launched by Victoria Colligan, founder and chief excecutive officer of Ladies Who Launch.

We are pleased to be in this competition and would love
to have your support in VOTING for us at
http://www.startupnation.com/leading-moms-2009/contestant/4915/index.php Please remember to
cast your vote daily to get us in the top 200 listing.

Thank you tremendously for your support
Honi Borden & Holeco Team :)

Holeco Wellness Medi Spa is listed in the National Green Pages as the only medical spa in the USA & it also got the Gold Certification from GenGreen.

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 02:17:00 +0000

What does it mean that we are GREEN & we had gotten Green America's Seal of Approval?

Green America is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to harnessing the economic power of consumers, investors and businesses to promote social justice and environmental sustainability. One way they do this is to help responsible consumers and green businesses find each other in the marketplace. Businesses displaying the Green America Seal of Approval have successfully completed Green America's screening process and have been approved to be listed as a socially and environmentally responsible —or green—businesses in our National Green Pages™ directory.

As a consumer, you can feel confident that business bearing this seal operate in ways that support workers, communities, and protect the environment. This is what Green America says about its approved business and we were the first Medical Spa listed in their directory in 2007. :)

We are delighted to share we have also gotten the GenGreen Gold Certification recognition as the first medical spa in the USA that is Green based.

In joy, love & peace Honi Borden & Holeco™ Team

Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa & Coconut Water :)

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:55:00 +0000

The one drink that you hear me talk about over and over and over is Coconut Water. There are so many health benefits from pure young coconut water that in my eye, it is truly the miracle fruit.

If you are thinking of the coconut milk, forget it, I am talking about the yummy hydrating water within. Here is a quick run down on it's properties:

* is excellent for replacing lost electrolytes from exercise and illness.
*is a natural isotonic beverage – contains a similar level of electrolytes found in human blood.
*has 15 times the amount of potassium as most sports and energy drinks. Potassium helps regulate blood pressure and heart function.
*regulates the functioning of the intestine which can help to promote digestive health.
*can help promote smoother, more hydrated skin.
*can help reduce problems for infants suffering from intestinal disturbances.
* is an effective oral rehydration medium and keeps the body cool.
*is an all natural sports drink, energy drink and hangover cure.
*Coconut Water is non-allergenic.
*is cholesterol free and coconut water has shown to help prevent the formation of atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries).

Best of all, we now are selling it less than even Whole Foods for $1.76 per one or $21.12 for a case of 12. For additional information or to buy on line please visit: http://holecomedispa.com/Coconut_water.html Would you like to know what Gatorade is made out of? Sucrose Syrup, Glocose, Fructose Syrup, Citric Aci, Salt, Sodium Citrate, Monopotassium phosphate, Isobutrate.

In joy, love & peace
Honi Borden & Holeco™ Team

Traditional Medicine Workshop on March 7th @ Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 02:01:00 +0000

We are so delighted to have Kourosh Kashani M.Ac., L.Ac.,

Dipl.Ac., Cert. Chinese Herbal Medicine of Circle of One,

http://www.circleofone.org/ provide a unique workshop on

Traditional Medicine in Modern World on Saturday

March 7th at 3:30pm @ Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa.

This seminar is designed to be interactive using some
Qi-Gong techniques. So be ready to experience Qi energy

that is the vital force of our lives. Please register by clicking

here. You will gain tremendous knowledge in just 2 hours

that only costs $15 per person. Kourosh Kashani will also

lead the meditation workshops in our upcoming retreat in

Colonial Mexico by Flor Escapes. Please visit

http://holecomedispa.com/holistic_retreats.html to register for this amazing journey joining me on this escape.

Looking forward in enhancing your health

In joy, love & peace

Honi Borden & Holeco™ Team :)

Gnosis Chocolate comes to Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 23:56:00 +0000

Tasty

Sexy

& Healthy!!!

That's Right. Healthy Aphrodisiac by Gnosis Chocolate coming to Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa on Saturday February 14th provided as a gift to our super star clients who deserve the best raw chocolate they put into their body. We are thrilled to

announce that Gnosis Chocolate is our only choice of awesomely healthy super chocolate for the private line of Holeco™ Life Products (coming soon).

In joy, love & peace

Honi & Holeco™ Team

Flor Escapes is Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa's official Desination Retreat Parter :)

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 18:25:00 +0000

We are so pleased to annonce that Lillian Chapa

of Flor Escapes is now our official Destination

Wellness Retreat Partner.

http://holecomedispa.com/holistic_retreats.html

The concept of Flor Escapes is unique because it has been collaborated with a psychotherapist to develop the program that includes not only spa treatments and yoga sessions; it also includes group therapy workshops on healing the mind. Thus, it offers a comprehensive and well-rounded wellness program. Just as Holeco™ , Flor Escapes also views wellness from a holistic standpoint and integrate not only treatments to sooth the body but also the mind and spirit.

Holeco™ patrons can get $400 off this amazing retreat, bringing the cost down to $1300pp. You must hurry to register by 2/5 to get this discount. Only a few spaces left.

Both Lillian & I look forward in enjoying this retreat with you at Colonial Mexico, along with our dear friend Kourosh Kashani, of Circle of One, whom will be conducting the meditation classes (and will be offering a seminar at Holeco on 3/7) http://holecomedispa.com/calendar.html

In joy, love & peace

Honi :)

Eco/Healthy Minded Young Adults (age15-22) HOT DEALS

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 19:15:00 +0000

To all cool, hip, chic, & eco/green-minded young adults:

You are THE FUTURE and you deserve the best for your body and the planet. Please answer the following questions when you come in for your appointment and bring a valid student ID to receive the following super saving discounts:

*45% off any laser hair removal treatment (not valid on packages or maintenance Txs)
*45% off any laser acne/pigment treatment (not valid on packages or maintenance Txs)
*Cellulite Laser Therapy $85 (normally $125)
*Microdermabrasion $85 (normally $125)
*Reiki/Reflexology $80 (normally $110)
*Organic Spray Tan $48 (normally $60)
*Ion Foot Bath Detox $54 (normally $70)
*FREE healthy skin interactive workshop (Group of 5-7 with advanced appointment)

QUESTIONS
1. What you put on your skin (lotion, make up, shaving cream, shampoo...etc) observes into your body with in how many minutes? And what percentage?
2. Why is "Sodium Lauryl Sulfate/Ammonium/ Myreth family" used as a preservative in your skincare products? What kind of skin irritations has it been contributed to?
3. What is the difference between "organic" & "conventional"?
4. Why is your "purchasing power" important? What does it say to the companies ?

Appointments available Tuesdays & Thursdays 1-8, Saturdays 10-4. We can customize a day at the spa for you and your friends.
In joy, love & peace
Honi :)

Help us STOP FDA Globalization Act of 2008

holecomedispa@gmail.com (Holeco™ Wellness Medi Spa) — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 01:46:00 +0000

FDA Globalization Act of 2008

What is it?

The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce released a Discussion Draft of the "Food and Drug Administration Globalization Act of 2008."

The “Discussion Draft" is meant to stimulate discussion about how to provide adequate funding and authority for FDA to ensure safety of . . food, drug, medical device, and cosmetic” products.

How does it effect small companies making hand crafted products like mine?

While the bulk of the document addresses the safety of foods and drugs, there is a section on cosmetics that, if enacted as it is currently stated, will have an adverse effect on any cosmetic manufacturer - and that includes all of us who make any products that fall under the FDA definition of "cosmetic".

What does this all mean?

As it stands, the act would require small cosmetics companies to pay thousands of dollars a year in registration fees and comply with burdensome paperwork that would serve only to put them out of business. It is designed to make big name cosmetic company stay in business.

How can you help?

Copy and paste the following Petition text and send it to Virgil Miller at virgil.miller@mail.house.gov. Mr. Miller is a Professional Staff Member with the House Energy & Commerce Committee. Make your voice count!

Petition Text:
We are the owners of small cosmetics companies, and the customers who love their products.We understand that laws must be in place to protect everyone from unsafe products, but we are outraged by the Draft Legislation that would require small cosmetics companies to pay thousands of dollars a year in registration fees and comply with burdensome paperwork that would serve only to put them out of business.
If passed the legislation would deny thousands of families the ability to earn an honest living, and also deprive consumers of the variety of cosmetics and personal care products available to choose from.

We oppose this law and condemn any companies that support it as being interested only in creating an unlevel playing field where small and family owned businesses will be forced from the marketplace before they even get a chance to start out. We urge you, as our representatives in Congress, to stop this law which would serve only to make it even harder for families to support themselves. We call instead for a real and meaningful discussion about how Congressional goals can be accomplished without enacting unfair laws that make it impossible for small businesses to survive.
In signing this Petition, we formally request that the Discussion Draft of the FDA Globalization Act of 2008 be marked up so that the legitimate concerns of small businesses and the consumers they serve can be translated into reasonable laws that protect consumers without also killing small businesses by making them pay unfair fees and comply with burdensome paperwork.

Thank you for your efforts in keeping the small sustainable businesses in business.
Honi Borden CLS, LE

For more information, please visit: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eW9SlqiA_DI&eurl=http://goplanetearth.blogspot.com/search/label/Bath%20and%20Body%20Labels