Summer Spa and Beauty Guide

A Spa Girl’s no-sweat guide to surviving the summer.

Nothing says summer like makeup streaking down your face, tiny beads of sweat taking over your upper lip and that delightful feeling of your underwear sticking to your bum. Welcome to summer in the desert. And welcome to our sweat-free, stress-free summer survival guide to glowing skin, healthy hair and pretty makeup and nails along with ideas on how to save on your summertime — not to mention a few ways to save on salon and spa services all summer-long.

Hair

Keep arid summer heat from sapping tresses of vitality, bounce and shine.

• Trend Alert: Feathers!
• Create a Top Knot
• Home Hair Treatments
• Hair Repair Guide

Makeup

The looks, tips and tricks to pretty summertime makeup.

• Summer Beauty Forecast
• Waterproof Must-haves
• Foundations with SPF
• Shellac FAQ
• Lash Extensions
• Permanent Makeup

Body

Nothing says summer like silky smooth, subtly scented.

• Natural Deodorants
• Bikini Wax 101
• Sugar Scrubs We Love
• Sugaring Hair Removal Review

Tanning

Hankering for a touch of color? Try these bronzers and self-tanning treatments.

• Faux Glow Guide
• Wash-Off Bronzers
• Self-Tanner Reviews

Sun Defense

Slather on the SPF to protect ‘yer hide from premature aging and skin damage. You can thank us later.

• Understanding SPF
• Sunscreen Basics
• Sunscreen Product Picks

Fingers and Toes

For the final touch, make sure hands and feet are pretty and primped.

• Tips for the Perfect Salon Pedi
• Steps for a Home Spa Pedi
• Home Spa Manicure Guide
• Celebrity Nail Colors

Beauty Budget Busters

Tips, ideas and deals to soften the blow on your pocketbook.

• Resort Spa Summer Specials
• Poolside Spa Party
• Salon and Spa Deals