
Blissful Journey Day Spa
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Permanent Make Up Studio
Blissful Journey Day Spa
&
Permanent Make Up Studio
114 West Corbin Street
Hillsborough, NC
27278
(919)644-0003
BlissfulJourneyDaySpa.com
About the Blissful Journey Team
About the Blissful Journey Team
Jacqueline J. Muench

Owner/Esthetician/Permanent Make-Up Artist
NC License E1741
NY License 28JA1172269
Jacqueline specializes in all types of facials. She has been practicing permanent cosmetics since 2002. She started her career in New York where she worked with plastic surgeons and Laser Hair Removal Centers. She believes in creating customized home skincare regimens to maintain healthy beautiful skin. She has helped many clients with problematic skin types. She realizes that diet, age, and hormonal issues all play a very important role and addresses those issues individually. Her passion for learning shows in her work. She believes in educating her clients so that they have a better understanding of their skin and why product knowledge is so important. There are many harmful ingredients in many high-end and low-end skincare lines. She feels that integrity and comparison of skin-care products are always important. Her healing hands revitalize your skin and provide much-needed relief to stressed muscles. She believes that stress plays a major role in aging and the decline of your body. Each session is designed to help each individual relax deeply so that the healing process can occur inside the body at a deep accelerated rate. This form of healing radiates to the outside body. Each personalized session will leave you feeling beautiful inside and out. She comes highly recommended by her clients and educational teachers. Call her today and make a commitment to healthier skin.
(919) 619-5279
Jennifer Matherly

Hair Stylist & Japanese Scalp Massage Specialist
Jennifer is a skilled cosmetologist specializing in scalp facials, Japanese scalp massages, special occasion hairstyles, and hair color services. Trained at Leon’s Beauty School, she focuses on scalp health and holistic beauty, offering sought-after treatments at her salon, Bo!d Intentions LLC. Jennifer is known for her personalized care, creating stunning looks for weddings and proms, and continually updating her skills through industry training. Her dedication to excellence and client satisfaction has earned her a loyal following, making her a standout in the beauty industry.
336-264-4004
Yoshi Shaka

NC LBMT #23123, CO LMT #MT-0027111, CA LMT #15678
With nearly four decades of experience, Yoshi Shaka is a dedicated and intuitive massage therapist who has been practicing since 1986. Trained on the Big Island of Hawaii, Yoshi brings a grounded, holistic approach to bodywork, blending technical expertise with a deeply personalized touch.
Her specialties include deep tissue, Swedish, sports massage, prenatal massage, manual lymphatic drainage, and craniosacral therapy.
Fluent in Spanish and trained in Forbes Five-Star customer service standards, Yoshi is committed to creating a welcoming, professional, and comfortable experience for every client. She has also completed recent reviews in anatomy and physiology, ensuring her knowledge remains current and aligned with best practices.
Yoshi believes that each session is an opportunity to support healing, relaxation, and overall well-being, and she brings decades of experience and care to every treatment.
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(541) 977-2700
Lila Kirk, LMBT

Massage Therapist, NC License #312
Lila Kirk has been a state and nationally certified massage therapist since 1998. She graduated from the Carolina School of Massage Therapy and is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association, and has completed training as a Reiki Master. Lila's practice is built upon enabling her clients to promote their own wellness program by tailoring her massage to fit each person's individual needs. Her work encompasses everything from gentle relaxation massage to a deeper or more specific massage for pain relief and post-surgery rehabilitation. Lila realizes her clients may need very different approaches depending upon the day and what it presents to them both emotionally and physically. She incorporates intuitive energy work into her sessions, having been trained in Reiki and Polarity Therapy. A sample of the modalities Lila offers is Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, energy work, reflexology, and hot stone massage. Lila's goal is to create a space where her clients feel safe, respected, and listened to. She understands such an environment will provide clients a greater ability to tap into their own inner potential for healing and relaxation.
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​Lilakirklmbt.weebly.com
919-368-5049
Sarah Foote
Massage Therapist
LMBT #15305
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Sarah Foot is a licensed massage therapist, yoga instructor, and bodywork specialist dedicated to helping clients achieve optimal health and relaxation. Specializing in Ashiatsu barefoot massage, Anatomy Trains Structural Integration, ACE Vacuum Cupping Therapy, Floor Thai massage, stretch sessions, and Gua Sha, Sarah combines ancient techniques with modern science to relieve tension, improve posture, and promote healing. With expertise in hot stone/cold stone therapy and personalized yoga instruction, [Name] creates customized treatments that restore balance, alleviate pain, and enhance overall well-being
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​Vagaro.com/sarahsfootellc
919-740-0087
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Terri Alessi Edmiston

NCLMBT 04211
Terri Alessi Edmiston is Nationally Certified for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Therapy. She graduated from the North Carolina School of Natural Healing in October 2003. Her practice includes but is not limited to Neuromuscular Therapy, Cranial Sacral Therapy, Swedish, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Hot Palms, and is an Energy Medicine Practitioner. Her massage has been described as very eclectic. She skillfully moves in and out of different modalities to provide clients with the best care possible. It is said, “When The Body Relaxes, The Healing Begins.”
Terri offers her Signature Massage that is a 90 Minute Massage that includes Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular Therapy, Hot Palms (Oatmeal Packs), Hot Towel, and Cranial Sacral Release as well as Reflexology Zone Therapy and Shiatsu Techniques. Designed to get you out of pain cycles and allow the body to rest and release. 60 minutes @ $115.00
90 minutes@ 155.00
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954-830-3690
Testimonials:
Testimonials:
Jacqueline Muench
- If you are having any problems clearing up problems that you have with your skin, then Jacqueline Muench is the person who you definitely need to see! I had lived most of my life in Miami Fl and have been to some of the best Dermatologists around, including the late Dr. Frederic Brandt. Living in Fl alone presents numerous challenges for keeping one's skin in it's the best condition, but I was also an avid boater and outdoor girl. Yikes, the havoc I inflicted on my skin!I was so afraid when I moved to this area that I would not be able to find someone who could help me keep up with all the sun damage which I had inflicted on my poor skin - as well as the challenges that occur with dreaded aging skin. No worries, Jacque has you covered! Not only does she use the finest product lines, but she constantly researches and takes her profession very very seriously. I have had facials with Jacque, which are DIVINE - and most recently had 2 Micro-Needling sessions with her. I was AMAZED at the results after just session, and her prices are far more reasonable than other practitioners that I investigated. I have very sensitive skin and was a bit nervous about doing the Micro-Needling. I also found the prices daunting - But Jacque has it covered. She is VERY careful when she initially questions you about your skin and any concerns which you may have. In fact, I had questioned a local Dermatologist about something, as I had read something which was contrary to what she was saying. I wasn't comfortable with her response - and darned if Jacque didn't bring it up even before I asked her. I'm so very happy with my results and plan to continue with Micro-Needling with Jacque. She is kind, fun, professional, knowledgeable, and never attempts to "push" anything. I HIGHLY recommend all of the services she offers. It actually IS a "Blissful Journey" Thank you, Jacque! By the way, her Infrared Sauna is wonderful for getting out all those toxins as well as yummy during the winter!
-Deb K.
- If you are having any problems clearing up problems that you have with your skin, then Jacqueline Muench is the person who you definitely need to see! I had lived most of my life in Miami Fl and have been to some of the best Dermatologists around, including the late Dr. Frederic Brandt. Living in Fl alone presents numerous challenges for keeping one's skin in it's the best condition, but I was also an avid boater and outdoor girl. Yikes, the havoc I inflicted on my skin!I was so afraid when I moved to this area that I would not be able to find someone who could help me keep up with all the sun damage which I had inflicted on my poor skin - as well as the challenges that occur with dreaded aging skin. No worries, Jacque has you covered! Not only does she use the finest product lines, but she constantly researches and takes her profession very very seriously. I have had facials with Jacque, which are DIVINE - and most recently had 2 Micro-Needling sessions with her. I was AMAZED at the results after just session, and her prices are far more reasonable than other practitioners that I investigated. I have very sensitive skin and was a bit nervous about doing the Micro-Needling. I also found the prices daunting - But Jacque has it covered. She is VERY careful when she initially questions you about your skin and any concerns which you may have. In fact, I had questioned a local Dermatologist about something, as I had read something which was contrary to what she was saying. I wasn't comfortable with her response - and darned if Jacque didn't bring it up even before I asked her. I'm so very happy with my results and plan to continue with Micro-Needling with Jacque. She is kind, fun, professional, knowledgeable, and never attempts to "push" anything. I HIGHLY recommend all of the services she offers. It actually IS a "Blissful Journey" Thank you, Jacque! By the way, her Infrared Sauna is wonderful for getting out all those toxins as well as yummy during the winter!
-Deb K.
- I made an appointment at Blissful Journey on a weekday afternoon for a permanent makeup treatment. I was skeptical about permanent makeup in general but my visit with Jacque was amazing. She was very professional and her attention to detail was exceptional. The results have changed the way I feel about my physical appearance and given me great confidence. I now feel like a rock star and I have received many compliments on my appearance. I couldn't be any more pleased with the outcome. Would I do it again? Without a doubt!!! I highly recommend Jacque and Blissful Journey and wouldn't go anywhere else.
- J. Beane
- I made an appointment at Blissful Journey on a weekday afternoon for a permanent makeup treatment. I was skeptical about permanent makeup in general but my visit with Jacque was amazing. She was very professional and her attention to detail was exceptional. The results have changed the way I feel about my physical appearance and given me great confidence. I now feel like a rock star and I have received many compliments on my appearance. I couldn't be any more pleased with the outcome. Would I do it again? Without a doubt!!! I highly recommend Jacque and Blissful Journey and wouldn't go anywhere else.
- J. Beane
- I cannot begin to express how happy I have been with the permanent make-up I had applied. It has made my appearance so much better and has saved me time as an added bonus. I guess the test is... would I do it again? The answer is absolute, without hesitation. It has made such a difference in the way I look on the outside, but more importantly, how I feel on the inside."
- M. Riter
- I cannot begin to express how happy I have been with the permanent make-up I had applied. It has made my appearance so much better and has saved me time as an added bonus. I guess the test is... would I do it again? The answer is absolute, without hesitation. It has made such a difference in the way I look on the outside, but more importantly, how I feel on the inside."
- M. Riter
- Jacqueline's warm and kind personality made me feel comfortable during my eyeliner procedure. I am living proof of her attention to detail and perfectionism!"
- P. Freeman
- Jacqueline's warm and kind personality made me feel comfortable during my eyeliner procedure. I am living proof of her attention to detail and perfectionism!"
- P. Freeman
- Jacqueline, you're the best, I absolutely love my lip liner!
- J. Santimaw
- Jacqueline, you're the best, I absolutely love my lip liner!
- J. Santimaw
Terri Alessi
Jacqueline, Terri is the best massage therapist I have ever been to! She completely changed my body dynamics... Slept like I have not in forever... Looking forward to facial in March!
Lila Kirk
Lila Kirk
- Lila Kirk is an excellent massage therapist. She has strong, yet gentle hands and She has a way of making one feel very comfortable. These things make her the best.
- D. Leonard
- I have been blessed to be a client of Lila Kirk, LBMT for 15 years. Lila is a truly gifted massage and bodyworker. Her skilled hands seek out the precise points that need attention. I can affirm that, with my many musculoskeletal issues, I can function on a daily basis with her intervention and care. I often gift certificates to friends who need everything from stress relief or palliative care to healing from muscle spasms and tightness. Being a Physical Therapist, I had high expectations and was seeking a practitioner who could provide bodywork and deep tissue manipulation, and I was looking for a therapist with precisely Lila's skills. Lila is a consummate professional, working to improve her skills and provide exactly what each client needs. I highly recommend allowing yourself the benefit of her healing touch."
-Millie
- I have been blessed to be a client of Lila Kirk, LBMT for 15 years. Lila is a truly gifted massage and bodyworker. Her skilled hands seek out the precise points that need attention. I can affirm that, with my many musculoskeletal issues, I can function on a daily basis with her intervention and care. I often gift certificates to friends who need everything from stress relief or palliative care to healing from muscle spasms and tightness. Being a Physical Therapist, I had high expectations and was seeking a practitioner who could provide bodywork and deep tissue manipulation, and I was looking for a therapist with precisely Lila's skills. Lila is a consummate professional, working to improve her skills and provide exactly what each client needs. I highly recommend allowing yourself the benefit of her healing touch."
-Millie
-Massages with Lila are always A pleasant experience. Each visit she focuses on my specific need, which may be a relaxing massage or a focus area that needs deeper tissue massage. I feel very comfortable and safe with Lila and I highly recommend her.
-Jane Zilles
-Massages with Lila are always A pleasant experience. Each visit she focuses on my specific need, which may be a relaxing massage or a focus area that needs deeper tissue massage. I feel very comfortable and safe with Lila and I highly recommend her.
-Jane Zilles
-Lila has been my massage therapist for over 12 years and I love her massages! She regularly works out the stress-caused knots in my shoulders and she has helped with my bouts of sciatica and bursitis in my hip. I had some surgery a year ago to repair my foot and Lila has helped with sporadic swelling in that foot. When traveling to other places I have had massages by other practitioners but no one is as good as Lila. She will be my massage therapist until she retires, and then I’ll grieve losing her skilled and compassionate care. Plus she’s just a really nice person!
-Miriam Saxon
-Lila has been my massage therapist for over 12 years and I love her massages! She regularly works out the stress-caused knots in my shoulders and she has helped with my bouts of sciatica and bursitis in my hip. I had some surgery a year ago to repair my foot and Lila has helped with sporadic swelling in that foot. When traveling to other places I have had massages by other practitioners but no one is as good as Lila. She will be my massage therapist until she retires, and then I’ll grieve losing her skilled and compassionate care. Plus she’s just a really nice person!
-Miriam Saxon
-For more than 40 years, I have been getting massage and bodywork done. I can say -- with absolutely no hesitation -- that Lila Kirk is the best-licensed massage and bodywork therapist I have ever had! I have never left a session where I did not physically feel much better; I have never had a night after a massage where I did not sleep like a log. Lila is also kind beyond measure. Whenever I've had an ache or a pain and needed an at-the-last-minute massage, she has always found a way to work me in. She is a jewel and a tremendous asset to Blissful Journeys Day Spa and Salon.
-Helena
-For more than 40 years, I have been getting massage and bodywork done. I can say -- with absolutely no hesitation -- that Lila Kirk is the best-licensed massage and bodywork therapist I have ever had! I have never left a session where I did not physically feel much better; I have never had a night after a massage where I did not sleep like a log. Lila is also kind beyond measure. Whenever I've had an ache or a pain and needed an at-the-last-minute massage, she has always found a way to work me in. She is a jewel and a tremendous asset to Blissful Journeys Day Spa and Salon.
-Helena
-For more than 40 years, I have been getting massage and bodywork done. I can say -- with absolutely no hesitation -- that Lila Kirk is the best-licensed massage and bodywork therapist I have ever had! I have never left a session where I did not physically feel much better; I have never had a night after a massage where I did not sleep like a log. Lila is also kind beyond measure. Whenever I've had an ache or a pain and needed an at-the-last-minute massage, she has always found a way to work me in. She is a jewel and a tremendous asset to Blissful Journeys Day Spa and Salon.
-Helena
-For more than 40 years, I have been getting massage and bodywork done. I can say -- with absolutely no hesitation -- that Lila Kirk is the best-licensed massage and bodywork therapist I have ever had! I have never left a session where I did not physically feel much better; I have never had a night after a massage where I did not sleep like a log. Lila is also kind beyond measure. Whenever I've had an ache or a pain and needed an at-the-last-minute massage, she has always found a way to work me in. She is a jewel and a tremendous asset to Blissful Journeys Day Spa and Salon.
-Helena