DIY Spa Tips From Turnberry Isle Miami

Wishing for a spa getaway? To feel royally pampered in preparation for the summer months, therapists at the legendary Turnberry Isle Miami and its Forbes-rated Four Star Spa & Fitness Center suggest these at-home treatments using natural ingredients for those times when you can’t make it into the spa:

Mommy-to-Be Body Scrub – Helps with skin hydration and exfoliation.

Ingredients:
- ½ cup of oatmeal
- 1 cup of yogurt
Directions: Mix the oatmeal and yogurt together in a bowl. Use your hands to massage the scrub onto your skin in a circular motion.

Coffee & Coconut Oil Booster – Activates circulation, rids cellulite and helps remove dead skin cells.

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Posted on May 23, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in anti-aging, beauty, DIY Beauty, Spa Leave a comment

At Home Spa Treatments for Thrifty Shoppers

At Home Spa Treatments for Thrifty Shoppers

This is a post from Carleen at the beauty blog Beauty and Fashion Tech and the international fashion blog Just For Trendy Girls, which Carleen just acquired.

Everyone loves a trip to the spa, and med spas offer a variety of great, but expensive, anti-aging treatments. So, while these coveted mini-vacations are perfect for pampering oneself and for feeding the mind, body and soul, they are not cheap. Luckily, there are a number of great at-home products that can be used for pampering and anti-aging purposes.

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Posted on April 24, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in beauty, skin care, Spa Leave a comment

Caramel Kiss Package at The Spa at Hotel Hershey

Milton Hershey’s first successful candy venture wasn’t the chocolate he is most famous for, in fact, it was caramels. To celebrate this delicious treat, along with the opening of The Hotel Hershey’s newest restaurant, The Circular, The Spa at The Hotel Hershey is offering a 3-hour “Caramel Kiss Package.”

The Caramel Kiss Package ($352), which is available until May 30th includes:

Caramel Sugar Scrub
Caramel & Vanilla Facial
Caramel Kiss Pedicure
Lunch in The Oasis

One of the bath and body lines carried by The Spa at The Hotel Hershey and used in their Caramel Sugar Scrub spa treatment and Caramel Kiss Pedicure, is from local Lancaster company, Makes Scents. Their delicious and decadent Dulce de Leche Body Scrub ($30) is out of this world. It is so fragrant that if you close your eyes, you’ll feel like you are surrounded by salted caramels, caramel covered apples, and other sweet treats. This body scrub nourishes with essential oils, exfoliates with raw sugar and brings a renewed glow to your skin. Read more

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in bath and body, beauty, Spa 1 Comment

Best Ways to Spa at Home

I’d be lying if I said I could afford to go to the spa every few weeks. I simply can’t. Not with 4 boys who keep me super busy and a budget that doesn’t account for splurging. But I absolutely feel that spa time is super important if not only for your skin, but your mental and emotional well-being as well.

If you are anything like me and your finances and time don’t always agree with a trip to the spa, here are some simple ways to pamper yourself at home:

Nest candles

Light your favorite candles. There is nothing I love more than a house that smells so deliciously fragrant. Don’t use the ones that you light frequently, instead use candles that you set aside just for your spa time. My favorite candles are from NEST Fragrances. They are so unique (like Wasabi Pear and Moss & Mint) and smell luxurious. Turn off the lights and set them around your bathroom to make it even more relaxing. Read more

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in bath and body, beauty, Hair Care, skin care, Spa 9 Comments

Pevonia Spa Clinica Review

I fell in love with Pevonia’s skin care line last year when I began using their Ligne Soleil SPf 30 Hydrating Sunscreen. It was hydrating and made my skin feel velvety smooth, unlike any other sunscreen I have ever used. They recently just launched their new Spa Clinica line of products, which offers a simple 4-step regimen to help target your skin care issues. I don’t know about you, but I’m often overwhelmed by all of these skin care lines with a multitude of products in each line. How do I know which ones I really need? Read more

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in acne, anti-aging, beauty, skin care, Spa 1 Comment

Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Spa Ssakwa’q'n Review

Think Idaho is only for potatoes? Think again. Worley, Idaho has a gem with its Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort and its luxury spa, Spa Ssakwa’q'n (pronounced sock-walk-in). Set on the massive Coeur d’Alene tribe’s reservation, this amazing resort is all about utilizing it’s natural resources, giving back to the local community (taking care of its own tribe as well as helping non-indians) and giving visitors a taste of what Idaho has to offer.

Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort:

The resort and casino have undergone many expansions since it first came into existence in 1993. When I first approached the resort, I was in awe of how large it was. On the one side is the original casino and lodge, then an expansion, then the new Spa Towers and spa (which were added about 2 years ago.) It is beautiful on the outside with a great view of snow covered mountaintops.

I stayed in the new Spa Towers, which has a gorgeous lobby with a long horizontal fireplace. As you head to the elevators, you pass a second seating area which has beautiful tribal pieces set behind glass to browse. Past the elevators is a smaller, non-smoking casino that leads into the newly renovated Chinook Steak House. Down the hallway to the right is the second Spa Tower, fitness center, and Spa Ssakwa’q'n. Read more

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in beauty, salon, skin care, Spa, Travel Beauty 4 Comments

The Spa at The Hotel Hershey Review

If you are a chocolate addict, then there is nowhere greater to be than The Sweetest Place on Earth: Hershey, PA.

Now imagine being both a chocolate AND spa addict. That would be me and I got to mix both pleasures at The Spa at The Hotel Hershey recently. A chocolate lovers dream come true.

The Hotel Hershey:

The Hotel Hershey is a 4-star and 4-diamond hotel set atop a hill overlooking the town of Hershey. From the balcony that is off The Circular Dining Room, you can see the Hershey factory, amusement park and all that the town of Hershey has to offer.

When we pulled up the driveway to The Hotel Hershey, I was in awe of how massive the mansion-like hotel was. Upon check-in you’re asked which type of chocolate you like and the receptionist presents you with a complimentary Hershey chocolate bar (I chose dark chocolate of course!) The hotel layout is an intricate maze, so it’s very helpful that they provide you with a map…not to mention that the staff is very patient answering my countless questions of, “How do I get there again?” when referring to the Spa, the ice skating rink, dining options, etc.

The hotel rooms are well-appointed and simply beautiful. And they really thought of everything; from a sewing kit to cotton balls and Q-tips to a separate bag for recyclables. Read more

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in anti-aging, beauty, Spa 5 Comments

Spring Skin Care Tips from The Lodge at Woodloch

One of the best spas in the Poconos is The Lodge at Woodloch. It is not only a favorite local spot for me, it is highly rated as one of the best destination spas in the country. I feel very lucky to have it right here only minutes away.

As Spring is not too far off, that means it’s also time change up skin care products and treatments to meet the seasonal needs of your skin. I asked The Lodge at Woodloch’s Spa Treatment Manager, Amanda Clabaugh, for some tips:

Since your skin changes throughout the seasons, it is best to “switch up” some of your skin care products to maintain a healthy, glowing complexion! As the cold days of the winter are soon to be behind us, skin may be less dry, so switching to a lighter moisturizer will keep your skin balanced.

Remember to continue to drink plenty of water to maintain hydration and use a topical vitamin C product to boost collagen! Read more

Posted on February 17, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in anti-aging, beauty, Pocono Spas & Salons, skin care, Spa Leave a comment

Spa Sonic ® Face and Body Polisher Review

Meet my brand new best-friend and constant travelling companion, Spa Sonic’s Face and Body Polisher.

I took an immediate liking to this device and absolutely refuse to leave home for more than a day without it, after all what’s not to love since it beautifies from head to toe? The seven piece professional kit includes, 1 Polishing unit, 2 Facial Brushes, 1 Body Brush, 1 Facial Buffer, 1 Pumice Stone, and a battery four pack and they all do an awesome job.

The facial brush feels really gentle on my skin and I especially love the size of the brush because it cleanses and exfoliates my face without getting any excess of cleanser and water on my hair. The body brush is also amazing. Like the facial brush, it’s not harsh or irritating, but really gentle and also exfoliates and cleanses perfectly. Read more

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Gail Lewis in bath and body, beauty, skin care, Spa, Travel Beauty Leave a comment

Esthetician Maureen Barnes Winter Skin Care Tips

I’m always getting asked which products work well to combat winter skin care issues and Maureen Barnes, esthetician at Breathe Salon and Day Spa, was kind enough to make a video for our readers!

Be sure to check out our reviews of Breathe Salon and Day Spa:

Facial Review
Haircut Review

Watch Maureen’s tips below: Read more

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in anti-aging, beauty, salon, skin care, Spa Leave a comment

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