Health & Beauty
OliveSpa: A Healthy Way to Hydrate
Growing up in an Italian family, I was super-intrigued when I heard about OliveSpa. We were very fond of olive oil and doused every food item we could with it, but using it for your skin? I had never heard that one. I was so excited to check out their products first-hand and learn about all the amazing benefits olive oil has for you inside and out.
Fall-Inspired Spa Treatments in Phoenix
Now that fall is finally in the air and pumpkin spice is everywhere, it’s the perfect time to incorporate pumpkin into your beauty routine. While the tasty flavor is great for your coffee and cakes, it can also do wonders for your skin. According to We Do Men: The Man Spa owner Stacey Grondahl, pumpkin is jam-packed with natural vitamin A, which makes it powerful for anti-aging and killing acne and bacteria on the skin. Here are five great spas offering pumpkin treatments in the Valley this season.
The Sparkle Bar Opens in Scottsdale
Ever since I booked my appointment at Sparkle Bar in Downtown Scottsdale, I’ve been eagerly awaiting the day it would come. When I walked in, I was greeted by warm smiles and welcomed into their adorable space. I was then offered a refreshing beverage, delicious treat, and guided to my chair where the magic would soon begin. It is easy to see how much work went into their studio. From the chic choice of wallpaper to the gorgeous flowers spread throughout the salon, I already knew this would be an amazing experience.
Before my application I had the pleasure of...
Fall 2015 Make-up Trends
Fall is here and with the new season comes plenty of make-up products and trends. Saying good-bye to those summer palettes can be hard, but you’ll find it easy to move on when you hear what is coming next in the world of beauty. By the time you’re done reading this, you will know what to expect this season and how to perfect the look with some amazing products and helpful hints. We asked Gloria Banuelos, store manager...
Make-up Brushes 101
Along with all the fun make-up that comes with fall, we must not forget about the important tools that make all this magic happen. Gloria Baneulos, store manager and make-up artist for Cosbar at Kierland Commons, had the low down on what brushes to add to your arsenal.
Cosbar brushes:
Foundation Brush:
This sheer foundation brush has a slight angle and allows the foundation to go on smoothly and...