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 […]
Blackhead Buster
Acne-busting parsley soothes breakouts. Old-fashioned potato salad just isn’t the same without a snip of fresh parsley. But what you do with a whole bunch of parsley when only need a snip? Use it clear your pores of course. Parsley has natural cleansing and softening properties that help naturally dislodge blackheads. Here’s what you need: […]
Spa Types
With so many different types of spa and salon facilities these days, there’s something out there for just about everyone! Here’s the SpaGirl breakdown of the main facility types. club spa – Don’t you just love to primp after you pump? Or maybe you love a rub down after a good yoga class? You’ll find […]
Spa Amenities
Next time you’re off to your favorite spa, schedule a few extra minutes to take advantage of the amenities offered by many facilities. cold plunge – We know it sounds horrible! You’re all warm and cushy from the sauna, but take the plunge! The cold water will cause the rapid contraction of your capillaries, stimulating […]
Spa Visit Quick Tips
The fine art of relaxation doesn’t come naturally for some of us. Here are a few quick reminders on how to make the most of your spa experience. Ask questions before you go, while you’re there and afterward. The more informed you are, the more likely you’ll enjoy yourself. Eat light before you come so […]
In-the-Room Tips
Okay, you’re here! So now what? If you like to gab, go ahead, but if you don’t, a good therapist will take the cue from your silence. Breathe deeply to focus your mind, enliven your spirit and relax your body. Visualize knots coming loose, tension melting away and ill thoughts releasing from your mind. Let […]
