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Cool Summer Spa Treatments At Home

It’s hot. It’s humid. So how are the hottest spas around the country cooling people off? Try home versions of some swanky spa treatments to cool off and pamper yourself. Peppermint Conditioner: add a drop of peppermint essential oil to a dollop of your usual conditioner. (You might want to mix this up before you get into the shower! Use a little bathroom cup and leave it where you can reach it from the tub.) Massage the peppermint conditioner into your hair and scalp. Rinse with lukewarm water — the peppermint will make everything feel cooler. Aloe Body Wrap: in … Continue reading →

Reading Beauty Labels: What is Paraben?

I’ve been reading labels again. I’m always curious about what goes into the products I love, like lotion, fancy bubble bath, and other bath and beauty stuff. Part of that is because I like to try making home versions of expensive bath products… but the other part is that I like knowing what’s going in or on my body. Paraben is one ingredient I’ve heard concerns about — and in response, seen a lot of “paraben-free” items appear on the shelves. So what is paraben, anyway? The different types of paraben (including proplyparaben, ethylparaben, and butylparaben) are chemical compounds that … Continue reading →

Weird Beauty Tips

A friend sent me a link to a list of weird beauty tips from Cosmopolitan magazine. Some of these I’ve heard before, some of them I haven’t. Here are a few of my favorites! A dab of toothpaste can cure a zit. This one I’ve heard before (but never tried). The beauty experts at Cosmo suggest leaving the toothpaste on for just 15 minutes, then washing it off. The person who told me about it said to leave the toothpaste on overnight, but I can see how that’d either smear off in your sleep or possibly clog more pores and … Continue reading →

Splendor Sets Sail

Carnival cruisers have a new reason to cheer today. The cruise line’s biggest vessel to date is getting ready to set sail to more ports. The massive ship weighs more than 113,000 tons and can accommodate 3,0006 passengers. The folks at Carnival say the new floating behemoth is stocked with luxuries never before seen on the high seas. For starters, the Splendor is home to a 21,000-square foot spa that stretches across two decks in the front of the ship and offers an Asian-inspired atmosphere. Passengers can relax in the huge thermal suite based on a Turkish bath experience or … Continue reading →

Seasonal Decorating: The Backdrop

We have begun discussing strategies for seasonal decorating. We have to start somewhere, right? The best place to begin is with the overall design plan of a space you’d like to redecorate, and one you’d like to be able to freshen up with each season and special occasion. By using basic colors and furnishings to create a neutral backdrop, you can make a space interesting through the use of accessories and art. You’ll be able to change the entire look and feel of a space instantly by altering these items, instead of having to redecorate the entire space. But, don’t … Continue reading →

Fix Salt and Chlorine Damage

I love summer. I love sunshine, and I love swimming — ocean or pool, it doesn’t make a difference! But all that sunshine, salt, sand, and chlorine can be very damaging to your hair, skin, and nails. Always wear sunscreen! I can’t stress this one enough. Wearing sunscreen protects your skin from damage from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. That skin damage can develop into skin cancer over time — taking time to slather on sunscreen can help prevent skin cancer. Help heal your skin: If you have sensitive skin, try applying a thin coat of Vaseline before you go into … Continue reading →