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📲 Book online: https://bookings.gettimely.com/kindredbeautytherapy/bb/book
📍 428 Whitmore Way Basildon SS14 2HB
🏆️ Basildon's Multi-Award-Winning Beauty Salon
Kindred Beauty Therapy was originally opened in August 2000 (as Ladies & Gentlemen Salon), and some of our staff members have been here from day one! For the last 20+ years the salon has been evolving, adapting to the ever changing trends and needs of our clients. Our lovely little team are more like a family, and we have a great bond with our clients too. Our brand philosophy is based on providing a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with a personal touch baked right in :-)
30/08/2026
👀✨ SKIN SCHOOL: Why Does My Skin Feel Sensitive Or Reactive All The Time?
If your skin often feels:
• Tight after cleansing
• Red or irritated
• Sensitive to products
…it might not actually be your skin type.
It might be your skin barrier 💗
Your skin barrier is what keeps moisture in and irritation out.
But when it becomes weakened (often from harsh cleansers, over-exfoliating, or using too many products), your skin can start to feel constantly “reactive”.
This can look like:
• Redness
• Dry patches
• Breakouts
• Stinging when applying products
💡 One of the biggest triggers? Your cleanser.
If your cleanser is too harsh, it can strip your natural oils and disrupt your barrier — making everything worse.
Whereas a gentle, barrier-supporting routine helps your skin feel:
✨ Calm
✨ Balanced
✨ Comfortable
From the very first step 💗
✨ KEEP SENDING in your questions! Drop it in the comments or send us a message!
Let’s help each other feel skin confident 💖
✨ Tiny Upgrades. Big Impact. ✨
Hello everyone and welcome to this week’s Kindred Beauty Weekly Wellness! 💗
Today I’m sharing a simple concept that genuinely changed how my day-to-day life feels.
This idea comes from Get Rich, Lucky B**h* by Denise Duffield Thomas — but I’m not talking about flashy cars or expensive handbags.
I’m talking about fixing the tiny things you’ve been “making do” with for months.
You know the ones…
✨ The dim lightbulb that makes the room feel gloomy
✨ The squeaky door that irritates you every time
✨ The messy drawer you avoid opening
✨ The frayed phone charger you have to hold at an angle
✨ The dripping tap you’ve learned to ignore
None of them are emergencies.
But they quietly drain your energy every single day.
When I did this exercise, I started on a Saturday afternoon by fixing a leaky shower hose, and a cupboard door that had been hanging off for ages.
Not life-changing.
But the sense of relief? Immediate! 😅
After fixing just a handful of small, low-cost things, I felt lighter, clearer, and more in control of my environment 🤩
Small changes really do create a smoother, more satisfying everyday life.
I’ve put together a Mini Upgrade Template (with loads of ideas inside) to help you do your own reset! 😊
👉 Comment “library” for the download 💗
27/08/2026
Hey quick question, have you tried reflexology?? 👣
Me and Louise have been doing loads of it together lately and it inspired me to rave about it to you guys.
Reflexology is honestly one of the most magical treatments. ✨
It’s a relaxing reflex-point foot massage that soothes & balances the mind, body & soul 💆♀️
📍The belief is that you can map out the whole body on the feet, and by stimulating different nerve-endings you can affect other parts of the body, balancing the bits & pieces that might be a little off-kilter.
For years I’ve told my clients:
“some of my clients swear by it, they feel like they’re floating on air for days and can really notice when it’s starting to wear off after a few weeks. But even if you don’t find it LIFE-ALTERING, at the very least you should find that you sleep really well that night!” 💤
These are some of the things reflexology can help with:
🌿Symptoms related to menopause
🌿 Symptoms related to menstruation
🌿 Digestive issues
🌿 Headaches
🌿 Stress & anxiety
🌿 Nervous system regulation
🌿 Hormonal imbalances
🌿 General health & mood improvement
🌿 Increase in energy
🌿 Improved sleep
Need I say more? Get yourself in for the therapy you didn’t know you needed 😍
👉 https://bookings.gettimely.com/kindredbeautytherapy/bb/book?product=2285433%3ASV
Best wishes beauts!
Leah & Louise 😊💗👣
26/08/2026
😂🎶 **WINNING WEDNESDAY!** 🎶😂
If your life had a soundtrack right now…
👇 **WHAT SONG WOULD BE PLAYING?!** 👇
Maybe you're currently giving…
💃 *Dancing Queen*
😵💫 *Under Pressure*
💪 *Stronger*
☀️ *Walking on Sunshine*
😂 Or something completely unhinged that perfectly sums up your life right now!
**Tell us your song in the comments!** 👇🎵
🎁 One lucky commenter will be randomly selected to receive a little self-care surprise from us! 💗
We can't WAIT to see these answers… and possibly create the world's most chaotic playlist 😂🎶
Good luck! 🤞💗
25/08/2026
🏃♀️➡️ Tomorrow Only:
🌿 Collagen Full Facial,
1 hour — £20 with Karis
...Usually £60!!!
BOOK ONLINE 👇
https://bookings.gettimely.com/kindredbeautytherapy/bb/book?category=266545&product=5493506%3ASV
✅ Karis is fully qualified in facials and just needs to refresh her skills, so this crazy price is ending NOW!
If you’re in the mood for a last minute treat we’ll see you tomorrow 🥰
https://bookings.gettimely.com/kindredbeautytherapy/bb/book?category=266545&product=5493506%3ASV
Last min cancellations today!
12pm and 1pm with Louise!
Comment APPOINTMENT or give us a ring! 01268522258
16/08/2026
👀✨ SKIN SCHOOL: How Do I Get Rid Of Puffy Eye Bags?
“I always look tired… even when I’m not 😩”
Puffy under-eyes are one of the most common concerns we see — and they can be caused by a few different things:
• Fluid retention
• Poor circulation
• Thinning or weakened skin
• Lack of sleep
• Stress 😵💫
• Natural ageing
So the key isn’t just “hydration” — it’s supporting the entire eye area properly 💗
Here’s what actually helps 👇
✨ Reducing puffiness & fluid build-up:
Ingredients like caffeine help to gently constrict blood vessels and reduce that swollen, puffy look — especially first thing in the morning.
✨ Strengthening & firming the skin:
As the skin under the eyes becomes thinner, bags can look more obvious. Peptides help support collagen production, making the area feel firmer and more supported over time.
✨ Deep hydration (without heaviness):
Lightweight hydration (like hyaluronic acid) plumps the skin and smooths the area — without causing congestion or milia.
✨ Brightening & evening out tone:
Ingredients like licorice root and antioxidants help reduce the appearance of dark circles and dullness, so the whole eye area looks fresher and more awake ✨
✨ Protecting & calming the skin:
Antioxidants (like green tea and pomegranate) help defend against environmental stress and soothe irritation — which can make tired eyes look worse.
In the salon we use a lightweight peptide-based eye serum that combines these types of ingredients to support the eye area in a really gentle but effective way 💗
And for deeper or more stubborn under-eye concerns, treatments like skin boosters can help improve hydration and skin quality from within 👀✨
✨ KEEP SENDING in your questions! Drop it in the comments or send us a message!
Let's help each other feel skin confident 💖
✨ Kindred Beauty Weekly Wellness: Your Weekly Schedule Reset 🗓️ ✨
Hello everyone! 💗 This week I’m sharing a simple but powerful tip I started using when I became a salon owner — and it’s made me feel so much less chaotic while actually getting more done in less time.
📖 The magic? Writing out a weekly schedule.
It sounds basic (and it is), but that’s exactly why it works — it’s super easy to implement.
Here’s how:
🗓️ Start by mapping out what your week currently looks like. It doesn’t have to be super detailed, just a mostly-accurate picture of your commitments.
📅 If you use a diary or phone calendar, you can go a step further and update your schedule each week to add irregular appointments and plans for a clear view of what’s ahead.
📱 And if you’re feeling extra nerdy like me, pin it to your phone homescreen so you can see your week at a glance 😃
💡 The goal isn’t to cram in more work — it’s to spot those little gaps of time you do have and use them intentionally… whether it’s for life admin, hobbies, or more of the things you actually enjoy.
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Here’s something that really opened my eyes:
My phone showed me I was spending 5–6 hours a week scrolling on social media 😳 That’s enough time for a week’s worth of workouts, meal prepping, or even learning a new skill!
So I started shuffling my schedule, moving things like chores and errands into the week — and suddenly my weekends felt so much freer. ✨
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📝 Want to try it?
I’ve made a free Weekly Schedule Template you can download and personalise.
Grab it here 👉 https://bit.ly/kindred-beauty-weekly-schedule
And if you’re watching on Instagram, you’ll find it in our Wellness Library (link in bio) 💗
11/08/2026
👀 Last Thursday was an EXCITING day for Kindred Beauty Therapy! 🤩
After setting up our online shop just recently... we made our first ever online sale! 🍾🥳🥂
A total stranger all the way in Cambridge ordered our silky, soft-scented, "botox-in-a-bottle"... dreamy retinol night cream! 👇😍
Here's hoping she loves it as much as we do! 📬💌
Check out the shop here and give us a shout if you'd like a recommendation! 🤩
https://kindredbeautytherapy.myshopify.com/
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11/08/2026
NEW TREATMENT ALERT! 👀
✨️ Therapeutic Full Body Massage £30 — with Karis
(Usually £55!)
Limited availability — get while the gettin's good! 🤑
Click here to book or comment TFBM30 👇
https://bookings.gettimely.com/kindredbeautytherapy/bb/book?product=2285379%3ASV&staff=695963
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428 Whitmore Way
Basildon
SS142HB
Opening Hours
| Tuesday | 10am - 8pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 8pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 8pm |
| Friday | 10am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 2pm |