RELAX WITH AN INDO-ASIAN HOT STONE MASSAGE

Remember the last time you were stress free?

The Indo-Asian Hot Stone Massage spa treatment offered at Absolute Nirvana Spa in Santa Fe, New Mexico can offer you a hot stone massage that will melt the stress away. The massage utilizes hot stones to locate specific stress points in the body, in essence leaving the mind completely relaxed.

Warm stones are gently placed on and under your body. As you are massaged with the stones, you feel the stress melt away… relaxing the body to a deeper level. Stone massage has a profound effect on the mind and body while facilitating the treatment process.

Utilizing hot stones and a blend of organic jojoba, safflower and grape seed oils, enriched with sea algae, Japanese Green Tea, and Hop Extract massage oils, the massage truly focuses on relieving the body of external stress.

Just imagine as the hot stones are gently placed on the body, the warm massage oil guides the stones to the high tension areas. There every moment counts as the stones massage the muscle, at which point the mind wonders off to a deep mind relaxation and a place of blissful happiness.

It is also recommended to leave the massage oil for a several hours to infuse the body of nourishment and moisture. (more…)

Savvy recession-instas invest in at-home luxuries during lean times

In the down economy, the need for thriftier beauty and lifestyle options has increased.

Instead of running to the spa for facials and massages, the salon for waxings and nails and the gym for yoga, the at-home treatments, products and tips below offer wallet-friendly alternatives for tighter budgets and stressful lives.

* Bring the spa – and the results – home. emerginC, a trusted, all-natural cosmeceutical collection with an A-list celebrity clientele, offers a full line of medical grade products that deliver spa-quality DIY facials using natural, effective ingredients.

* A massage to relieve stress works just as good at home as it does at the spa, if you use professional massage tools.

Try PerfectSense LavaShells, self-heating Tiger Clam shells that heat up in only five minutes with no electricity and provide up to two hours of constant warmth for a deep, relaxing massage. (more…)

Sometimes the very best gifts are those which show special thought and tender loving care (TLC) and have been custom made.

The following massage oil recipe can easily be made at home.  The ingredients can easily be found at any local health food store or specialty store.

If you want to make your gift especially romantic find a sexy bottle for your mixture and decorate it with a red bow.

[amazon-product text=”Thymes Limited Edition Frasier Fir Red Candle 12 oz / 340 g” type=”text”]B0046HKUUI [/amazon-product]

To create a really special Valentine’s gift, purchase a few red scented candles and include that in your special massage gift package.   Or buy regular red candles and dress them with a few drops of vanilla or Ylang Ylang oil which will set a very loving and relaxed mood.

To really do it up right, consider covering your massage table with red silk or satin sheets and offer to provide the massage right on the spot.  Or if you’re shy, make the oil and include one or more gift certificates for a personal massage.  Let your imagination guide you. (more…)

Have you checked into Bon Vital’s new sugar and salt scrubs?  Both scrubs remove dead skin cells and then fortify with Jojoba, Olive and Safflower oils.

Bon Vital’® Salt Glows

Time to refresh, revive and reveal a healthy glow to the skin! Flaky, dry, or dull skin is no longer an issue with this stimulating formula. Therapeutic Dead Sea Salt removes impurities and dead skin cells, while Jojoba, Olive and Safflower oils soften and moisturize

Bon Vital’® Sugar Scrubs

Looking for that WOW effect? This sweet scrub is the answer! Jojoba, Olive and Safflower oils are combined with sugar to scrub away impurities and dead skin cells. Refresh, revive and reveal a healthy glow to the skin. Fortified with sugar.

About Bon Vital®

Very often, people ask us how we would describe Bon Vital’. What makes us different from our competition? At Bon Vital’, we believe we are unique because of our products, people, and position in the wellness industry.

Every Bon Vital’ product you will find is ours, and ours alone. We create and manufacture our products in-house from formulas that we have developed, in our own laboratories, using the finest all natural oils and ingredients. Also, every jar, bottle and tube is filled, packaged, and shipped directly from our production facility right here in Hartland, Wisconsin. Because we have remained a small family-owned business, we have the ability to stay in close touch with our customers’ requests, and give you the best customer service that you deserve!

For many years, therapists have not only requested, but insisted upon the necessity for an all-natural line of massage therapy products. Through our cutting edge product innovation, we have been able to meet that request as we have recently developed a breakthrough naturally derived preservative to replace synthetic preservatives such as parabens and paraben blends. The result is Bon Vital’ Naturalé, our new ALL natural and organic line of massage therapy products – creme, lotion, oil and gel.

Our goal is to continue to meet — and exceed — the needs of every healthcare professional by providing superior products and exceptional customer service so that you and your clients will truly experience Bon Vital’s promise of the good life!

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Chateau Lorraine fully utilizes powerful antioxidants found in wine grapes

Los Angeles, CA — Lewis Laboratories recently unveiled Chateau Lorraine, a new line of natural skin care products that utilize powerful antioxidants including resveratrol found in wine grapes.

The grape extracts used in the Chateau Lorraine products are super-concentrated in a special process that maximizes their potency and effectiveness, providing unmatched beneficial ingredients in every drop.

The new line includes an antioxidant body lotion, grape seed body oil, intensive body butter, nourishing body wash and grape seed body polish.

“Because of our experience in creating some of the world’s most well-known skin care products, we were uniquely able to develop this special product line,” said Ron Lewis, CEO of Lewis Laboratories. “This is the world’s first skin care product to fully maximize the benefits of the wine grape.”

The company’s proprietary Vinizome technology transports these rich ingredients more deeply into the skin than any other skin care product available. The Vinizomes encase the active ingredients, ensuring they are protected until they are absorbed precisely where most needed, providing moisturize, nourishment, renewal and protection. (more…)

While many of us associate the summer days with silky smooth legs and arms we all know the cooler seasons are best for laser hair removal.  New technology is now making this process easier, comfortable and faster than ever before!

The laser is called the LightSheer Duet and dermatologists across the country are referring to it as the gold standard in laser hair removal.

Here is why:
What annoyed us about previous hair removal services?

–  We spent an average of $60 – $75 to get a Brazilian wax once a month and it just keeps growing back.   Add in the cost of other hair removal maintenance and you can total more than $1,200 a year.

–  We constantly cut our legs with those horrible cheap razors.

–  We got razor burn and red irritated bumps from shaving our armpits everyday.

Traditional laser treatment took up to an hour for a woman’s legs – who has that kind of time? (more…)

Massages, facials, body scrubs… you can’t get enough! And that’s great. But did you know you’re barely scraping the spa surface? New technology, reinvented techniques and pop culture all shape the way we spa today.

Spa Week® has just released the definitive list of the latest in emerging spa treatment trends, from holistic to glamorous.

Treat yourself to a wellness and beauty adventure this Spa Week®—$50 spa treatments September 13-19 for the West Coast and Chicago, October 11-17  for the rest of the country.

The Fall spa directory launches August 16th for the West Coast, September 13th for the rest of the country, when you’ll be able to see which spas are offering which services.

Try one, try all— Spa Week® is the time to indulge and experiment. All these treatments will be available for just $50! (more…)

My long time HairBoutique.com partner in crime – Edan Kencayd – convinced me to visit the Fresh boutique located at North Park Mall in North Dallas.  I’ve known about the brand since it was introduced and have used the hair care line.  Never the skin care or make-up.

Actually while I understand and value great skin products I’ve been a fan of the Karin Herzog line for the past five years.  I’ve had great results from the oxygen infused products.

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As far as make-up, I tend to cherry pick from some of my favorite lines have long time favorites and lean towards the less-is-more principle.

So why was I going to the Fresh boutique?  Edan had met the manager at a recent fashion event who invited her to come by and check out the North Park location.  She told Edan to bring a guest, which turned out to be me. (more…)

Although the economy has caused traditional spas to take a big hit, med or medi-spas are still thriving.

There are many reasons for the evolution of the med-spa trend including the fact that injectible services which offer a wide range of “temporary” physical changes, need to be routinely reapplied to maintain the changes.

(Image of Injection Needles – Haap Media, Inc., – All Rights Reserved)

Yes, injectibles are generally more affordable than hard core surgical techniques, but they do require consistent maintenance.

Injectibles offer a wonderful range of options for customers concerned about going under the knife or with limited budgets.

Injectibles are still serious business which can alter your appearance in a positive or negative way.  Before you jump on the injectibles or med-spa bandwagon do your homework. (more…)

“LAS VEGAS COLORIST OF THE DECADE” MICHAEL BOYCHUCK PRESENTS
THE HOTTEST TRENDS IN HAIR FOR SPRING AND SUMMER

Las Vegas – Michael Boychuck, the go-to hair colorist for a bevy of Hollywood heavyweights and owner of three of Las Vegas’ chicest salons, forecasts the hottest trends in hair for the spring and summer months.

(Angelica Bridges – Courtesy of Michael Boychuck – All Rights Reserved)

“The key to maintaining gorgeous hair during warmer weather is keeping it healthy and vibrant,” said Boychuck. “Glossy caramel and golden highlights that frame the face can really brighten your complexion and freshen-up your overall look.”

Vivacious shades of red, auburn and strawberry blonde are quickly heating up the locks of women everywhere from red carpets to Boychuck’s salons.

“Going red is a great option for bored blondes and brunettes looking for a fun change,” added Boychuck.

“Vibrant shades of crimson and strawberry blonde can revitalize the tresses of those who have kept the same hair color for years, as well as provide a splash of excitement for those willing to turn up the heat.” (more…)