Floral Vale Spa & Salon

Opulence and comfort find a new home at this Bucks County getaway.
By Alina Makhnovetsky

“A woman who invests time in herself exudes confidence and a woman with confidence can achieve anything” says Dana Weissenberg, co-owner of Floral Vale Spa & Salon. Weissenberg and partner Kelly Lepre understand the importance of taking time out for yourself, not only because they work full-time, or even often, over-time, but because they are also mothers and wives. And, while most of us believe a spa outing is a luxury, Weissenberg and Lepre know from experience, it is actually a blessed investment which promptly bursts out into all aspects of daily life, bringing a jolt of rejuvenated energy amongst the typical chaos of our often crowded lives.

Weissenberg, an online media specialist by trade only stepped into the spa business recently, when her husband Dan presented her with an opportunity to invest into the Bucks County salon, along with good friend and business partner Philip Lepre and wife Kelly. For the Lepre’s the step was more natural as Kelly had over 17 years of experience in the business with an already built in following at the spa, as the head nail technician.

Soon, Floral Vale Spa & Salon received a major décor face-lift and also an expanded it’s services with an addition of hair styling. Incredibly, the new owners excitingly kept the majority of the staff and continued with the plethora of services already offered such as waxing, nails, massage therapy, facial treatments and make-up. “We really wanted to create a space for women that would feel like a home, away from home,” says Lepre. “Every woman needs that time, even if it is only an hour,” chimes in Weissenberg.

What makes Floral Vale Spa & Salon feel like the prime getaway of Bucks County is the comfortable, down to earth atmosphere, as well as its flawless blend of warmth and sophistication. Here, the upscale theme extends toward services and care instead of attitude, and creates for an inviting personal time. The intimidation factor is gone and aestheticians, stylists, technicians and massage therapists, feel more like your girlfriends- a deliberate creation of the owners. “We have 18 female employees and we are all friends and our guests sense that,” notes Lepre.

“One of my personal favorite treatments that we offer is our facial,” says Lepre. “You get facial therapy, as well as, a scalp, shoulder and arm massage,” continues Lepre. Weissenberg, on the other hand, boasts the newly added Brazilian Keratin hair treatment as a must. “It’s a deep conditioning formula for your hair and it is an ideal treatment to receive after the summer months of frying your hair in the sun and at the beach,” suggests Weissenberg. Other invigorating services include a hot rocks massage, detoxifying mud wrap, aromatherapy pedicure and tons of treatments that keep regular customers spilling into the salon with booked monthly and weekly appointments.

To give back to a community that graciously welcomed them, (Floral Vale Spa & Salon just won the Best of Bucks title,) is running a contest this month in search of Woman of the Year. “We want to reward and pamper a woman who has had a tumultuous year. Whether she prevailed against an illness, has family in Iraq, or overcame a difficult time, we wanted to help,” explains Weissenberg. The lucky lady, who you can nominate via the spa’s website, will receive a full day of treatment at Floral Vale and an expert wardrobe consultant will donate a couture outfit. Weissenberg is also in the process of getting a local restaurant on board for a complimentary dining excursion. “The community has been so supportive of us that we really feel privileged to be able to do something wonderful like this,” says Lepre. The spa also has plans to hold a fundraiser and other various events in the neighborhood for “sticking with us,” says Lepre.

While the expectations for today’s women are exceedingly demanding, countless experts agree, taking time out for you, amidst a hectic schedule is absolutely vital. Precisely why, Weissenberg and Lepre created a space for women who promote a tranquil, social environment that is inviting and most importantly, not overwhelming on the pocket. “I most want for spas to become part of every woman’s over all well being,” says Weissenberg. And, with the right attitude, spectacular services and a pressure free salon, the two new business owners just might start a must trend in Bucks County.

Floral Vale Spa & Salon is located at 117 Floral Vale Boulevard in Yardley. For more information, call (215) 968-8881 or visit www.thefloralvalespa.com.

Alina Makhnovetsky is a freelance writer and lives in Philadelphia, PA.