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 […]
Archives for 2009
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, […]
Honey Hair Shine
Bring on the shine with this honey hair rinse. Revive tired tresses and give them a shine boost with this easy-to-make, leave-in honey hair treatment. Recipe compliments of the National Honey Board. Here’s what you need: 1 teaspoon honey 4 cups warm water Lemon (optional for blonds) Here’s what you do: Stir honey into warm […]
Friday Night Throwdown
Friday’s rolled around once again and you’re too pooped to party but need some weekend ventilation. Wrangle in the troops for some quality TGIF hang time with the girls! Roll Call Send a holler to the girls with a groovy invite from Sendomatic.com. Treatments Bohemian Oatmeal Masque (for normal to oily skin) Face, Don’t Fail […]
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 […]
Just a Girl Goddess Scrub
An exfoliating, nourishing body treatment. Awaken your inner goddess with this super easy, nutrient-rich recipe! The mixture calls on the anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties of oatmeal to soften skin and almonds to act as a natural emollient and exfoliant. The duo are ideal for irritated, dry, lackluster skin. The final punch of vitamins A, D […]
Gorgeous Summer Hair
By Devin Michael Fox Artistic director, Madison Avenue Salon and Spa Your new hair mantra: “Less is more,” says Devin Michael Fox, artistic director and Redken-certified colorist at Madison Avenue Salon and Spa in Phoenix, who urges his clients to keep it simple when it comes to their locks this season. Read on for a […]
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 […]
Mother's Day Spa Style
From years of spending hours scouring the mall, boutiques and online to find my “I have everything I need” mom a gift she can’t live without, I’ve learned to keep it simple. Most moms, aunts, wives and friends always need a little spa in their lives. Send your favorite gal off for a private spa […]