organic hair skin body in Apollo Bay
ETHICAL BEAUTY IN TRANQUILITY
A small boutique salon in Apollo Bay.
Dedicated to a healthier salon space Otway Botanicals is a calm, relaxing environment offering a service that is as natural and chemical free as possible. Partnering with companies that create products of the highest quality dedicated to an ethos of minimising the toxic and allergen causing ingredients that we use on our hair and skin and which go out into our environment.
Hair care from the leaders in green chemistry, OWAY colour system is ammonia, artificial colourant, petrolatum and paraben free. It is free or low in PPD, synthetic frangrances and resorcinol, non-GMO and vegan. OWAY products are rich in organic and biodynamic ingredients. The ultimate in sublime blends of essential oils, phytoproteins and nourishing butters.
OWAY supports global fair trade networks and develops eco sustainable projects including their own OrtOfficina biodynamic farm in the heart of Bologne from which many of the medicinal herbs are grown, harvested and processed on site through pure steam distillation.
Australian made OmVeda products are formulated using traditional Ayurvedic guidelines that have been used for over 5,000 years. OmVeda uses pure organically grown herbs, flowers, barks, leaves, naturally occuring minerals and oils from seeds, fruit or nuts.
OmVeda Ayurvedic skincare formulations are immensely effective in the actions of cooling, stimulating, nourishing, moisturising, healing, antiseptic, germicidal and antiviral as prescribed.
OmVeda is not tested on animals, is free of chemicals and preservatives and abides by the principle that what is applied to your skin should be good enough to be taken internally.
PHYTO KERATIN REBUILDING INFRARED TREATMENT
This treatment uses infrared and ultrasound to deliver protein to the cuticle and cortex of the hair to strengthen, moisturise and soften. It improves the structure and elasticity of the hair to deliver smoother and shinier hair. Excellent for chemically damaged, frizzy or dry hair. Includes Blowdry.
Treatment time – 60 min
$80- 210 – depending on length and thickness of the hair
Although one treatment achieves excellent results it is best as a series of 3- 6 treatments.
REBALANCING AND PURIFYING SCALP TREATMENTS
Choose from
A powerful blend of ethical Amazonian clay, Biodynamic Sage and organic Euphrasia is massaged into the scalp to detoxify and rebalance a scalp prone to sebum inbalance.
OR
Purifying rice wax, biodynamic Thyme and organic willow, biodynamic Rosemary and a phytocomplex of organic nettle and Burdock purify and regulate oily or dry scalp dandruff.
Treatment time 40 min
$60
(with colour service)
$90 – $150
(stand alone service with hair treatment and blowdry)
$50 – $90
From $45
(depending on time taken)
From $60
(short hair)
to $120
(long or thick hair styling)
$35
$20
It is a joy and privilege to help create a beautiful style that is unique to you for your special day. Please don’t hesitate to call and discuss your individual requirements.
$80 – $150
at your venue – from $50 travel
From $175 (short hair)
HCOLOR (permanent solid colour)
Full grey coverage, vibrant colour ammonia free colour system activated with Illipe butter. Low in PPD, Resorcinol and without parabens or petroleum based ingredients. No GMO and vegan friendly.
HNECTAR COLOR (colour infusion & treatment)
Reflective grey coverage for a natural blended look. The purest ingredients to create a pure colour infusion. A sugar based concentrate of biodynamic Elderberry, organic Mallow and Papamiel nectars. There is no ammonia, no PPD, GMO and is Vegan friendly.
Prices vary depending on length & thickness of hair, amount of product used & time taken. For any colour correction or creative colour it is recommended you make a time for a short consultation regarding pricing and time the service may take.
$90
$90 – $150
$100
$45
(Price excludes toner)
Quarter Head – From $80
Half Head – From $110
Three Quarter Head – From $130
Full Head – From $150
H-Colour – From $40
H-Melt Pastels (vibrant concentrated phyto pigments) – From $30
H-Nectar – From $50
Blow dry after colour service – From $30
Treatment in Colour – From $30
Standalone Treatment –
from $50 short hair
from $120 long hair
(includes blowdry)
sensitive plant based option available
$25
$20
$15
any combination of above or with any other service
$10 each
$20-25
$40
$45
$75-80
$35 – $70
$25 – $30
$35 – $50
$45
$ 45
Tailored to suit your needs. Treating and releasing muscle tension. Nurturing, calming and balancing. Using an individually formulated blend of Aromatherapy pure essential oils.
$85
A zone therapy that improves circulation, and revitalizes energy. It balances the body, reducing stress and inducing deep relaxation.
$75
Using Om Veda divine pure skin food formulated from organically grown ingredients and Oway organic and biodynamic skincare utilising hyalominerals, Ceramides F and plant based Bio retinol. Highly active, nourishing and effective in bringing out the natural radiance of your skin. Whether to address a specific skin problem, regain a youthful glow or simply to escape into blissful relaxation. Descriptions below are a guide only as each treatment is tailored to your individual needs
The perfect first facial or as a quick rebalance treatment. Double cleanse, skin polish under steam, an individually prescribed Om Veda exfoliation using a unique combination of ayurvedic herbs to effectively balance surface congestion whilst evening the skins tone to reveal a brighter clearer and smoother complexion. Finishing with nutrient creams to balance and enhance your skin.
$85
The perfect first facial, or as a quick skin rehydration. Double cleanse, skin polish, enriching or hydrating mask treatment as needed and finishing with prescribed Bioretinol, ceramide or hyaluronic treatment serum.
$85
Following on from the Express Cleanse, additionally any necessary extraction work. High frequency current is used where necessary to promote healing followed by a prescriptive ayurvedic mask treatment. Concluding with tailored healing and balancing creams and serums as your skin specifies.
$130
add a 10 min scalp massage $15
add a 10 min hard massage $15
add a 15 min foot massage $20
Double deep cleansing skin polish and an exfoliating enzyme peel to refine, rebalance and smooth the skin. Any extractions as needed and high frequency treatment to refine pores, decongest and reduce puffiness. Alternately, depending on skin requirements, infusion of nutrient rich serums prior to a specific extended European facial massage which includes decolletage and neck. This massage works beautifully to tone the facial muscles and improve microcirculation. A highly active Ayurvedic mask is then prescribed for your specific skin to nurture radiant, softer skin. Finally intensive booster serums finish the journey in bringing out your best skin. Included in this treatment is a hand massage.
$170
add a 15 min foot massage $20
Using toxin free polishes
No Formaldehyde | No Toluene | No Phthalate (DBP) | No Formaldehyde Resin Tosylamide | No Camphor | No Xylene | No Paraben | No Rosin | No Nickel | No Triphenyl Phosphate | No Acetone | No Heptane | No Ethyl Tosylamide
A simple no soak manicure. Nail shaping, nourishing cream and polish.
$35
A warm aroma infused nail soak, nail shaping, cuticle tidy and Om Veda Mango Butter moisture infusion. A gentle exfoliation with Withania and honey Ayurvedic scrub is followed by an extended hand massage using the ultra nourishing OmVeda Date enriched moisturiser. A beautiful Polish finishes the treatment.
$65
A no polish manicure that restores hand and nail health and is especially good for weak brittle nails. A warm aroma infused nail soak is followed by nail shaping and cuticle work. Om Veda ‘Mango Butter’ enriches the cuticles whilst ‘Withania and Honey’ exfoliation leaves the hands glowing before the nail surface is polished and buffed to encourage nail microcirculation and growth and to smooth and shine the natural nail.
$65
A soothing foot soak, nail and cuticles work and gentle reduction of any dead skin build up. Date enriched nourishing treatment cream is applied. Finishing with a polish colour of your choice.
$55
A soothing foot soak, nail and cuticle shape and tidy before work to thoroughly reduce cracked heels and calluses. ‘Withania and Honey’ scrub then smooths and polishes the skin and Om Veda Hand & Foot rejuvinatormask is applied to soothe and nourish. Finally to ease away tension an extended foot and calf massage with the ultra hydrating Om Veda ‘Date enriched ‘moisturiser.
A pop of polish completes the treatment.
$90
As per the Luxe Pedicure, although instead of polish the natural nail is polished and buffed to a healthy shine. This improves microcirculation in the nail bed and is a great strengthening treatment for weak brittle nails.
$90
Revitalising foot soak, toe nail and cuticle clip and tidy, and thorough removal of calluses, cracks and dead skin. A refreshing walnut foot scrub is followed by an extended foot massage.
$90
A zone therapy that improves circulation, and revitalizes energy. It balances the body, reducing stress and inducing deep relaxation.
$75
Prices are inclusive of GST and subject to change
2% surcharge for credit card payments
With over 25 years in the field of skincare, hair and beauty therapies my qualifications encompass a Diploma in Natural Therapies – Remedial Massage, Aromatherapy, Reflexology (1992), a Diploma in Applied Science – Beauty Therapy (1994) and many years as a Senior Hairstylist.
I love taking the time to listen carefully to your needs and embrace the variety in what I do. From timeless low maintenance cuts and colours to bright creative hair colour and dramatic style changes. From remedial massage to efficient detail in waxing, gorgeous facials and pedicures!
**Note – I use the term “low toxic chemical ” rather than “chemical ” as all substance reactions are chemical, even natural ones. This term is intended to be more accurate as ” chemicals” are always used in every salon.
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