The 10 best resort pools in Scottsdale and Phoenix, AZ. With perpetually sunny skies and pool weather a constant in the Valley of the Sun, we thought we’d break out our top 10 list of best dips in the Valley. Pack your sunscreen and hit one of these greater Phoenix resort pools for a cool, […]
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Should I Get Bangs? The Eternal Question Answered!
They say the best part about experimenting with hairstyles is that hair grows back, so why not try out a new look? If you’re thinking about getting bangs, put on the brakes. They take forever to grow out and can turn your head into a bonafide nightmare if you aren’t careful. Before you make the […]
New Year Trends at Top Arizona Spas
Unleash your new year potential with an Arizona spa experience steeped in positivity. ‘Tis the season to take a deep, cleansing sigh of relief. The new year calls on us to close our eyes, breathe in, open our minds to possibility and take a warm soak in positive vibes. And where or where could you […]
Insider Look: The Sparkle Bar Opens in Scottsdale
Arizona’s first full-service makeup studio lands in Scottsdale! Here’s our insider look at this fun and affordable way to sparkle! I did something I’ve never done before—I sauntered into a bar at high noon without a stitch of makeup. The good news is all the other patrons of The Sparkle Bar were sans face too […]
Soothe Mobile Massage Launches in Greater Phoenix
Soothe on-demand mobile massage launches in Phoenix and Scottsdale, making massage therapy accessible, affordable and available when you need it. We have just one question for the founders of Soothe mobile massage: What took you so long? Finally, after landing in cities like Miami and Austin, Los Angeles-based Soothe has come to the Valley and is […]
Spring Preening: 7 Green Spa Therapies
Ring in spring with a side of green! Forgo the green beer and corned beef binge this St. Patrick’s day and focus on nurturing your mind, body and soul with a green spa treatment. And yes, because “green,” has a different meaning depending on who you talk to, we took the term loosely and plucked out delightful treatments that […]
Hair Extensions: The Long and Short of it
Are hair extensions for you? Get the 411 from this Spa Girl who took the plunge! I love my mother, but unfortunately I inherited her thin hair. I’ve dreamed of long, flowing locks for years but like many of you, hesitated to get real hair extensions and opted for clip-ins to create the volume and […]
Holiday Express: Spa in 30 Minutes or Less
Stop, drop and spa in 30 minutes or less with these express spa services! It’s no secret that the holidays are one of the most stressful times of the year. Between holiday shopping and parties, it’s easy to lose track of taking care of yourself. We have rounded up six express spa services that squeeze […]
Spa on the Cheap with a Spa Day Pass
Want to know how to hang out at a local resort spa on the cheap? Read on! Let’s face it. It’s wildly hot. And you need an escape. Not necessarily a spa treatment – just a cool place to plop up for your feet for a couple hours with a juicy paperback. We’ve got good […]
Spa Girls Spring Bridal Beauty Guide
The Valley bride’s guide to top beauty spots, bridal services and must-have products. By the time the music starts and you make that first intrepid step down the aisle, you’ve done a heck of a lot to get there. So you may as well rock it, right? Welcome to our no-stress-allowed bridal beauty guide to all things pretty […]
Top Valley Spots for Head-to-Slipper Beauty
Your big day is nearly here and with the venue secured, cake ordered and dress picked out, it’s time to think beauty. Here’s your head-to-slipper guide to pretty hair, bronzed skin and everything in between. With a timeline of when to schedule your hair trial run, all the way through to when to book that […]
Sweet Feet: How to Get a Great Salon Pedicure
It’s hard to put a polished finger nail on it, but there is a difference between a so-so pedicure and one that knocks your socks off. Here our top tips for elevating your pedi experience. Play it Safe. You hear it on the news enough to know that nail salons can have an icky side. […]