PARRAMATTA PAMPERING
Reporter: SALLY OBERMEDER
Sals having the ultimate girls day out pampering and shopping! But shes saving a fortune doing it! Sally treats herself to a complete day of indulgence and in true Sally fashion, shes found two places that let you splash out, without maxing out the credit card.
Australian Academy of Beauty and Spa Therapy
The Australian Academy of Beauty and Spa Therapy has a student clinic in Parramatta. This is where the students who are studying are able to apply their skills in a clinic environment.
All treatments are performed by students at greatly reduced prices under supervision.
Treatments available include:
- Express Spa Facial $25
(= hour facial including cleanse, exfoliation, mask and foot massage) - Serenity Aromatherapy Facial $50
(1 hour facial including cleanse, exfoliation, mask, foot massage, lash tint, brow tint and shape) 
2 Hour Ultimate Facial $65
(includes exfoliation, deep cleansing, ampule or glycolic rejuvenation massage of face, hands, feet, back & shoulders, lash tint, brow shape & tint)- Spa Manicure $25
(ultimate hand and nail treatment) - Spa Pedicure $25
(luxurious foot pampering treatment) - Body Polishing Day Spa Therapy or Salt Scrub $30
(Pure essential oils and soft almond pieces or invigorating dead sea salts combined with essential oils, exfoliate and leave skin silky smooth) - Ultimate Pamper Package $65
(2 hours of heaven includes a Heavenly Serenity Facial, eye lash tint, eye brow shape, spa manicure or pedicure and 1 hour body massage)
More Information
Australian Academy of Beauty and Spa Therapy
Shop 18, 55 George Street, Parramatta
Telephone: (02) 9687 4700
Open Monday to Saturday
There is also a student clinic in North Strathfield.
18-22 George Street
Telephone: (02) 9764 5849
Open Monday to Saturday
To find out about courses at the Australian Academy of Beauty and Spa Therapy, call (02) 9634 6416 or check out the website, www.australianacademyof beautytherapy.com
Prices correct as at 24/03/07
Brand Smart
This is a sleek, polished and beautifully laid out premium factory outlet with over 50 stores selling top brand products. There are so many great buys to be had and best of all theres a large range of stores stocking everything from sporting gear and homewares to fashion and accessories.
So no matter what youre after, youre sure to find it here and the great news is the amazing prices. Goods are at least 10% off the recommended retail price with some items being up to 70% off. Got to love that!
Labels and brands include Bendon, Napoleon Cosmetics, Levis, Calvin Klein, Champion, Windsor Smith, Sheridan, and Saba to name just a handful.
There are plenty of cafis so you can stop, have a coffee and recharge.
When lunch calls refuel with riverfront dining at Wagamama overlooking the water. They do sensational noodle lunches which is just what you need to get you through an afternoon of bargain shopping.
Free car parking is available. Once you have purchased goods, ask the shop assistant to validate your ticket and receive the first 2 hours free. The car park is located at the rear of the centre with entry via Phillip Street.
So why not go on a savings spree, buy too much of a good thing and actually enjoy what is feels like to be rich!!
More Information
Brand Smart
(The old David Jones building)
330 George Street, Parramatta
Telephone: (02) 9891 4445
www.brandsmart.com.au
Open 7 days
Prices correct as at 24/03/07
For more bargain shopping tips from Sal, make sure you grab a copy of the latest issue of the Sydney Weekender Magazine. Its just $5.95 from your newsagent.