Lights, Camera, Action! Celebrity-inspired Spa Ideas to Look Your Best.

Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011 | Beauty, California Spas, Skincare, healthy living, well-being | 1 Comment

Many celebrities are visiting their favorite spa this week getting ready for their Red Carpet spotlight at the Academy Awards on Sunday evening.  We may not be seen under the glare of the bright lights, however many of us do want to keep up with the latest spa products and treatments to look our best and for our overall well-being.   “A spa professional can analyze your skin, recommend products to fit your needs and have you looking your best in no time,” said International SPA Association President Lynne McNees. “With 20,600 spas in the U.S. alone it’s easy to find a spa that’s perfect for you.”

Take a look at a few affordable solutions that our favorite celebrities enjoy as well as some insight from the International Spa Association.   For instance, according to the ISPA 2010 U.S. Spa Industry Study, skin care products are sold in 97 percent of all spas and many average $43 retail.  Chances are that your favorite spa has some of these.  Over the next few days I’ll be including more ideas so stay in touch and remember to be mindful and enjoy every moment of your experience.

Let’s begin with the two ‘must have’ items from Skin Authority.  The Wrinkle Reversing Serum ($125) instantly plumps and the Dramatic Eye Lift ($120) will get you camera ready as well.  Stars including Samantha Brown, Ellen K and Kevin Sorbo love the line.

Eminence Organics fans like Alicia Silverstone and Katherine Heigl may consider the Cinnamon Kiss Plumper ($26 retail) and you’ll like the tingle of the natural ingredient of cinnamon, which plumps your lips.  Then there’s the Lime Stimulating Masque ($64 retail) to revitalize your complexion while improving blemish prone areas due to phytohormones and vitamins found in the lime.

Just like Jessica Simpson, I’m also a fan of Jurlique’s Rosewater Balancing Mist ($21 retail). 
Marshmallow, rose and grapefruit work together to help balance your skin and the scent is so fragrant.

And Murad – they sent A-list stars nominated for an Oscar and a Golden Globe this year like Natalie Portman, Annette Bening and Nicole Kidman their Award-Season Survival Kit.   It includes the Renewing Cleansing Cream ($35) to exfoliate, the Hyro-Dynamic Ultimate Moisture ($65) to keep your skin glowing all night and the Sleep Reform Dietary Supplements ($49.50) to help encourage sleep while improving the cellular renewal process.

Stop by soon for more celebrity-inspired spa product ideas.
Thank you to the International SPA Association for the latest data and information on these products.

About International SPA Association
ISPA is recognized worldwide as the leading professional organization and voice of the spa industry. Founded in 1991, ISPA advances the spa industry by providing invaluable educational and networking opportunities, promoting the value of the spa experience and speaking as the authoritative voice to foster professionalism and growth.

Tags: awards, Skincare, Spas, well-being

If you’re a CPA, consider a SPA! The Antidote to Stress.

Thursday, April 15th, 2010 | Adventure, Destination Spas, Red Mountain Spa, healthy living | No Comments

You’ve made it to April 15 and now it’s time to take some time for you.  Relax and  Rejuvenate!

You deserve a relaxing getaway and time to just unwind and put tax season behind you.  There are so many options for either a few nights or a longer stay.  Release the stress with an invigorating fitness class, an adventurous hike or a much-awaited game of golf.  

And then spend time at the spa and experience something like the Red Mountain Revitalizer (at Red Mountain Spa in St. George, UT).  This 75-minute service will allow you to drift away and experience total relaxation.  It includes a scalp massage, hair cleanse and condition, followed by a facial cleansing, full-body exfoliation and massage.  Total indulgence that is well deserved.  Afterall, it’s time to relax your mind and rejuvenate your body. 

See more top destination spas for your journey and take some time now for you!

Tags: CPA, Spas, stress relief, Tax Day