5 Cinco de Mayo Ingredients Remixed For DIY Hangover Beauty


Updated 05/03/12 5:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Cinco de Mayo-Inspired Beauty Recipes

This weekend is sure to include tequila-induced debauchery as Cinco de Mayo descends once again. But don't let all your extra cocktail party ingredients go to waste. After you're done gorging on guacamole and guzzling margaritas, use your leftovers to make these DIY beauty recipes. So become a morning-after mixologist and pull a Houdini on that hangover. Find out some of the skin care perks to Read more

6 Things to Expect During a Facial


Updated 04/24/12 3:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

What to Expect at a Facial

Going to the dermatologist's office can be quite intimate, but so can a trip to the esthetician, as well. While a doctor's office is more stark and sterile by design, a spa room is dark and soothing, making for an entirely different experience. So whether you're apprehensive about getting a facial or you're just looking for tips to get in the facial mindset, just keep reading to see how you can Read more

How to Spend Your Tax Refund Beautifully


Updated 04/18/12 5:00 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Spend a Tax Refund

Happy tax month! If you're one of the lucky individuals expecting a sizable return, you may be wondering how you should spend it right about now. Sure, a new pair of shoes would be nice, and you could always sign up for that Spanish class you've been meaning to take, but why not use at least some of it on something a little more . . . indulgent? You won't regret one of these totally-worth-it Read more

How to Give Yourself a Quick, Stress-Relieving Facial Massage


Updated 06/17/11 4:24 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Give Yourself a Facial Massage

Do you have just a few moments to spare for instant relaxation? Then, it's time for a DIY facial massage. Shiseido's Lien Huynh says that all it takes is a firming face moisturizer, such as the brand's White Lucent massage cream ($52), about two minutes time, and a knowledge of the whereabouts of three pressure points. To find out this quick way to de-stress, just keep reading. Read more

How to Deflate Puffy Eyes


Updated 03/16/12 6:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Treat Under-Eye Bags

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. If getting more sleep isn't an option, we've found other ways to get rid of pesky under-eye bags. Find the perfect cream for your eyes It's normal for your eyes to look a little swollen first thing in the morning. But drinking alcohol, eating salty foods, allergies, and watching The Notebook can produce bigger Read more

22 Cheap Ways to Treat Yourself


Updated 03/13/12 10:40 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Cheap Ways to Treat Yourself

You've worked hard this whole week, so it's time to sit back, relax, and enjoy the weekend! Give yourself a treat this weekend to feel rejuvenated and to make yourself feel good. Don't worry, treating yourself doesn't always mean pricey massages at the spa or weekend getaways. Here are plenty of wallet-friendly suggestions: Relive your Charlie and the Chocolate Factory memories and treat Read more

Stop Stressing: 3 Fast Ways to Chill Out


Updated 12/30/11 6:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Give Yourself a Facial Massage

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. If your schedule has been anything like ours, you're on accelerated deadlines at work so you can take that much-needed vacation. Before you go into panic mode and binge eat on sugar cookies or french fries, take a short moment to physically help yourself relax. Corporate employee-turned-masseur Leonardo Ranieri Read more

Face Brush Faceoff: Which Is Best For You?


Updated 12/20/11 11:38 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Face Cleansing Brush Reviews: Clarisonic, Olay Pro-X, Spa Sonic

Those who are seriously into skin care know all about face brushes (or face robots, as we like to call them). These electronic gizmos promise to remove more dirt, gently exfoliate, and pave the path to better skin. Which one will suit you best? We've tested three, so read on for our rundown. Read more

Would You Pay Monthly Spa Dues?


Updated 11/18/11 10:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Nitespa Charges Monthly Dues

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. If you're the type of girl who counts on her monthly massage, facial, and mani/pedi appointments like you do your next meal, a clever California spa is setting out to make your life a little easier. Nitespa, in the trendy Venice area near Los Angeles, has crafted a three-tiered membership program where you can Read more

Spa Etiquette: Should You Get Naked Under That Robe?


Updated 10/22/11 12:17 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Spa Etiquette: What to Wear Under Your Robe

Spa treatments are designed to make you look and feel better, but it's definitely not relaxing to be left in the changing room with nothing but a robe and a bunch of unanswered questions. So, should you be giving your aesthetician the full monty? To find out how you can tell just how disrobed it's "normal" to get, just keep reading. Read more