One of the most talked about types of cosmetics today is mineral makeup. Magazine articles extol the various benefits of using mineral makeup and cosmetic counters find that it’s one of the most requested and asked about type of makeup.  With all the talk about mineral makeup, women may ask

If you don’t use a toner, it’s probably because you don’t know what one is or what it does - essentially you don’t know why you are shelling out $5-$15 for one. Well, wonder no more. These clear liquids, collectively called “toners,” (a term created by the beauty industry) also go by many other names

As skin ages, certain changes occur and these demand that we make changes to our skin care regimen. Aging skin becomes thinner, rougher, drier and more sensitive, and hence will bruise and burn easily. Also, skin loses it elasticity and this leads to wrinkles, which is the bane of most women’s

The nighttime is the perfect time to create bold and daring new looks or experiment with striking colors. While daytime colors such as neutral browns or muted shades of pinks and peaches can be upgraded to a nighttime look the fun part of nighttime makeup is following no rules to create a unique

Do you often feel low energy, fatigued, and sluggish? Have you suffered from an illness or a depressed emotional state for longer than you can remember? Consider an energizing Reiki session – either on its own or with your next massage or bodywork treatment. Reiki is a wonderful way to reduce

Massage services are integral to the experience. From relaxation to pain relief, the benefits of therapeutic massage are numerous. Discover the basics about five of the most healing bodywork techniques : Shiatsu, Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Thai Massage and Aromatherapy 

Perfumes have been around for thousands of years. The Egyptians were the first to incorporate perfume into their culture, and the first to place perfume into glass bottles. Soon after, the entire world began to see (and smell) that perfumes tickle the senses and evoke strong emotions.

The constant craze for super-long locks is finally scaling back to a shorter length. Think mod hair for modern times. Moderately long to mid-length styles are coming our way. Also, styles at these versatile lengths vary in range from romantic and wavy to sleek and modern , depending upon 

Cellulite, that dimpling of the skin and buildup of fat found on your upper thighs, stomach and buttocks that resembles an orange peel. It can be found in both heavier and slender women and is usually caused by lack of exercise, poor diet, or is hereditary. Yet there is also research that hormones

The manufacturing process to create a perfume starts with the collection of the ingredients used in the scent. The perfume can be based either on one scent or a combination of hundreds of aromas. Ingredients come from many different sources such as flowers, grasses, spices, fruit, wood

A healthy, beautiful all-over glow starts with a scrub in the shower once a week. Your skin will look radiant if you routinely exfoliate away the dull, dead cells that build up on it’s surface. But there are all types of scrubs...which to choose? Scrubs and other spa therapies have moved from

A trip to the spa should be relaxing and energizing, the ultimate pampering experience. But if that spa doesn’t follow the stringent requirements for cleanliness, your trip can result in some unpleasant consequences. Take for example, the client who ended up with a difficult to treat nail

One area of the body that gets a lot of abuse, but oftentimes not enough attention is our feet. They take on a lot of stress during the day with commutes, uncomfortable shoes, and standing in long lines. There are many easy, natural treatments for common problems with the feet that can help

Take a look in the mirror. How does your skin look? If you recoiled at your own image or found yourself wondering when you turned into your mother, it`s time to take action. Your high-powered job, sleepless nights and environmental pollution are sucking the life out of your skin. So, bypass

It’s natural to be nervous the first time you go to the spa. Most first-time goers have a multitude of questions about the process and the correct etiquette during a spa visit. This small guide should put all your questions away. Every spa is different so if you want to make most of the spa you’ll be

Most women experience common issues when wearing foundation: shine in the T-zone by 12 noon, uneven, patchy application and the color changing by the end of the day. One product that can alleviate these concerns is a makeup primer. Similar to when a painter needs a flawless canvas before

So you have decided to join in on the latest anti-aging movement and get some work done. Perhaps you`ve decided on something as simple as a facial or mini-peel, maybe you are considering a treatment a little more in depth such as laser resurfacing or collagen injections , or then again, perhaps

We all know what it`s like to walk into a beauty & body shop and have that fantastic olfactory experience. We get a wave of scents that remind us of every flower imaginable. Lotions, body washes, body mists - each with the promise of making us smell like that when we leave the store and beyond.

Everyone is interested in keeping their mouth fresh, but it can sometimes be hard to find solutions that are not too sugary. There are many ways to keep your mouth looking and feeling fresh naturally. Be aware that many of the natural alternatives taste more bitter than their sugar filled

Do you have dry, sensitive skin and worry every time you try to treat it with harsh chemical products? Worry no more, because there is a natural, mild, and time tested way that you can moisturize found right in your kitchen. Olive oil is a great choice when trying to battle any dry part of your body.

Is your skin hot, irritated, itchy, and begging for a break? Let cucumber refresh your skin with simple and easy treatments that take seconds to make, leaving you and your skin the time to relax and unwind. Cucumber is a mild astringent which is naturally cooling and especially helpful for

There seems to be differing opinions when it comes to the question: Do masks/facials really work? You need to use facial masks on a regular basis. If you only take a multi-vitamin once a month, it’s really not going to make much of a difference and the same is true of facial masks. In order for your

If your eyes are the mirrors of the soul, then your feet are the blueprint of your body. At least those who practice foot reflexology think so. Reflexology, which is also called zone therapy, is the practice of pressing or massaging areas of the feet and hands to stimulate circulation and nerve

The kids, the house, the job....the stress! Often times these days poor Dad gets left out of the mix when it comes to taking care of numero uno! With most households holding two jobs, it`s easy to be caught up in the craziness and the one thing that is left out is time. Time for himself. Time to relax

Fat for your health and Beauty! There are fats that are very beneficial to our general health!  There are also fats we should avoid and usually the case is, we are eating the wrong fats. Mounting research suggests that getting the right amount of essential fatty acids is as important as getting