It’s no secret that stress, sleepless nights and sun exposure wreck havoc on even the prettiest of complexions. November is National Healthy Skin Month, a campaign sponsored by the American Academy of Dermatology, and can’t come at a better time because as we head into colder months, it’s a good idea to keep skin in […]
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Recharge, Regroup and Rejoice: Celebrate Your Life Conference Brings Peace to the Valley
With featured speakers ranging from renowned self-development educator Dr. Wayne Dyer to celebrated medium and author James Van Praagh, the Celebrate Your Life! conference returns to the Valley on November 13-15, 2009 to enlighten, inspire and educate. The three-day event takes place at the sprawling JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix and […]
National Massage Therapy Awareness Week October 25-31, 2009
The next time you roll out of bed with a kink in your neck, pain in your back or frazzled nerves beyond belief, skip the medicine cabinet and dial up your nearest LMT (licensed massage therapist). Although a good rubdown works wonders for stress, according to the American Massage Therapy Association, many clients report massage […]
Sweet Dreams
According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults need an average of 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night. Easy for them to say. Racking up your daily dose of shut-eye is no easy feat with life’s everyday stresses traipsing through your head as soon as it hits the pillow. When counting sheep doesn’t bring […]
Think Minx: Minx Nails Ups the Glam Factor in Fall Beauty Trends
Watch out tiny toe flowers with rhinestone centers, there’s a new nail trend in town. And it’s kicking traditional nail art to the curb. The fall fashion trends are alive with color and flashy metallics and with holiday parties just around the corner, it’s time to go Minx. This buzzed-about Hollywood nail craze gives nails […]
Jump in Feet First with Reflexology Week
Going into a massage, most expect the whole shebang — a full-body knead sprinkled with aromatherapy and topped off with a soothing scalp rub. That’s why Reflexology, a massage therapy modality focused on feet and hands to relieve stress and chronic pain, isn’t always top pick on the spa menu. According to the Reflexology Association […]
Spa Avania at the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Goes Pink in Celebration of Legally Blonde
In anticipation of the acclaimed “Legally Blonde, The Musical” coming to ASU Gammage Sept. 22-27, 2009, Spa Avania at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch is rolling out the pink carpet with limited-time spa services and a special event for our furry companions. Think Pink Spa Offerings From Sept. 18-27, 2009, the […]
Celebrate National Yoga Month with a Free Week of Downward Dogs!
With long work weeks and busy schedules it’s easy to let exercise and healthy living take a back seat. If you’ve been meaning to bush up on your downward-facing dogs or looking for a new way to kick your lifestyle into shape, September marks the official month of yoga. Produced by The Yoga Health Foundation, […]
Seven Valley Makeup Deals to Glam up Your Look for Fall
With back to school in full swing and cooler temps around the corner, revamp your summer routine with the season’s latest makeup and lash trends. We’ve rounded up a handful of fresh-faced deals at some of our favorite beauty hubs to get you ready for fall’s glowing hues and scarf-worthy weather. 50% Off Makeup and […]
Arizona Biltmore Celebrates 80 Years with $80 Spa Deals
The year was 1929. Stamps were 2 cents, Calvin Coolidge handed off the presidency to Herbert Hoover and the first ever Academy Awards ceremony was held in Hollywood. And out of this era of glamour and opulence rose the “Jewel of the Desert,” or so the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix was crowned when it opened […]
Summer Resort Spa Specials
Three digit-temps and endless sweltering days can only mean one thing: The resort spa summer specials are back! Here’s what we dug up to keep you cool this summer. Tropical Spa Getaways You don’t have to go far to get a taste of a tropical vacay. A few ideas to curb you beach-side wanderlust: Hawaiian […]
Hair Care and Repair Guide
Unruly curls got you in a tizzy? Hair so fragile your ponytail holder could snap it off? We’ve rounded up eight haute hair services to try out the next time your tresses are in deep trouble. Brazil Vs. Japan: Battle to Tame the Mane Both foreign. Both celeb faves. And both promise to straighten, smooth […]
