Flawless Facial: The Organic Pharmacy

Hi lovelies,

"Your skin feels like butter!" Marla, my make-up artist at Disney, squealed when she was applying my make-up for a shoot last week. I smiled and replied, "Yeah, I just got the Rose Crystal Lymphatic Facial at The Organic Pharmacy in Beverly Hills, and my skin has been glowing ever since."

I couldn't wait to spill of my skincare and beauty secrets to Marla, and now, I can't wait to share my experience with you guys. Now that summer is officially here, taking care of my skin has never been more important. From wearing the right sunscreen to making that I never sleep in my make-up, I'm always on the hunt for new, fun, and innovative ways to make sure that my skin stays youthful, healthy, and radiant.

And that's where my new beauty and skincare secret is The Organic Pharmacy, comes in. I was fortunate enough to receive their signature facial the other week and my skin has been smooth, soft, and clear ever since.

Located in Beverly Hills, but with locations worldwide, the lovely ladies at The Organic Pharmacy were so inviting, warm, and super helpful when I came in for my facial. I was able to learn about how all of their products are meant to promote not just clean and clear skin, but also to ensure overall health and wellbeing with a variety of supplements, make-up line, herbal creams, homeopathic remedies, detoxes, and more, to treat everything from skin problems, hair loss, sleeping issues, and everything in-between. 

I love the hands-on approach and the spot-on advice that they give at The Organic Pharmacy. After my facial, I received a detailed and personalized analysis of what products I needed specifically for my skin, what my problems areas were, and how to correct them. You can also visit their herbal and homeopathic dispensary to receive your own personalized advice and product suggestions.

For more information and to book your very own facial, visit The Organic Pharmacy, here. 

The Cloud 9 Experience: 3 Reasons to Get a Day of Rejuvenation at Exhale Spa

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Hi lovelies,

If there's one thing that I truly believe in, it's taking the time to celebrate life and to celebrate your self. We're all super busy heading from one meeting to the next, ticking off many of our 'to-dos' from our lists, and just rushing through life. 

I think it's time to stop and smell the roses, and take a few hours to pamper your self and unplug from over-connected-always-on-the-go lives. That's why I opted for The Cloud 9 Experience of a Day of Rejuvenation at the Exhale Spa, located in Santa Monica, CA, as a way to reset, restore, and rejuvenate. 

The Day of Rejuvenation includes a complete spa package that featured a relaxing and healing 60-minute Swedish massage, a refreshing and cleansing 60-minute true facial, and a pampering pure manicure and pedicure. 

See below for my top three reasons why you should treat yourself to the ultimate Cloud 9 Experience and take a day to celebrate your self with a Day of Rejuvenation.

3 Reasons to Get a Day of Rejuvenation at Exhale Spa

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Loving this plush robe at the Exhale Spa in the Fairmount Hotel! 

Reason #1: You deserve it. 
The day of rejuvenation wasn't only about getting facials and my nails done, but it was about taking the time to truly take care of myself. While at the spa, I left other people take care of me, and the friendly staff couldn't have done a better job. In my day-to-day life, I'm taking care of my clients, being a loyal friend, a trusted sister, and a diligent daughter, but at the spa, I just got to be me and have my needs met. 

We all work super hard at taking care of our families, friends, clients, and careers. It's time to allow someone else to take care of us for a change. We deserve.

Reason #2: You get personalized attention and guidance
During my massage, my masseuse noticed that I was super tense across my chest and upper back. She was super friendly and kind and asked me about my lifestyle. After we spoke, I realized that I hadn't been stretching properly after my workouts and she told me to start stretching after my workouts when my muscles are warm. I've started taking her advice and I've already noticed a huge change in my muscles. She took the time to talk to me about my life and then provide personalized guidance on how to improve and take better care of myself. 

I had the same experience with the wonderful woman who gave me my facial. She noticed that I had really good skin but had breakouts in a few spots and suggested that I add a scrub to my skincare routine. This was the magic advice that I'd been missing. I started using a daily exfoliant and a weekly deep scrub and my skin has cleared up and smoothed out. 

Reason #3: You're able to unleash your inner creativity. 
I left my day of rejuvenation feeling absolutely relaxed and re-inspired. As a creative professional, I sometimes hit creative and inspiration roadblocks and just feel depleted. Taking the time to unplug and just let go, allowed my creative juices to flow. Some times taking a break and stepping away from work, allows you to see your world, experiences, and creative endeavors in a new light. 

So if you're ready to start celebrating your self and taking the time to take care of your self, then book your Cloud 9 Experience: Day of Rejuvenation, here.

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The full scoop on your Day of Rejuvenation:
Your massage combines the best of therapeutic massage practices from around the world. This therapy uses specific rhythmic massage movements and potent herbal and aromatherapy oils to enhance the therapeutic effect. Choose from an uplifting, detoxifying or relaxing blend.

Enliven your skin with a customized facial appropriate for all skin types. A layer of a most coveted mushroom enzyme mask is used to lift away dull, tired skin and reveal a fresher, brighter version of you! Trust that all of your needs will be thoroughly addressed in this 1 hour facial - a true transformation.

Calm and soothe dry skin, leaving your skin youthful and firm with this luxurious manicure and pedicure. You'll begin with soaking your hands in a blend of Italian mandarin and ginger that will soften and soothe dry cuticles, followed by a gentle buffing with micro-algae and ginger essence. Organic ginger infused lotion will be used to massage away stress, followed by a rejuvenating light ginger mist. Finally, choose your shade of polish to accentuate your radiant hands.

For your pedicure, you will choose your aromatherapy choice from energizing eucalyptus, meditative frankincense, warming ginger, and calming geranium. Your feet will be fully exfoliated with an organic lavender scrub and then slathered in a moisturizing organic ginger mask while wrapped in hot towels. Your heels will receive extra pampering with an all natural callus remover and organic heel balm before selecting your shade of polish to top off your glowing feet.

The newest Beauty Trend: SnailPrimp

Hi lovelies,

On Saturday I had the pleasure of attending the SnailPrimp pop-up spa at the Ace Hotel. The weather was beautiful and we got to sip yummy cocktails and receive nourishing SnailPrimp facials while relaxing poolside.

I'm super excited to treat my skin to SnailPrimp-at-home kit to make sure that I keep my skin looking young, fresh, and clean. My at-home kit includes a Snail Cleanser, Snail Toner, Snail Mask, and a Snail Cream.

Check out the info below for the full skinny on SnailPrimp facials and skincare. 

Los Angeles Dives into Weird Beauty Trend with SnailPrimp

January 31, 2017: On Sunday, hip Los Angelenos experienced the latest Korean beauty craze to be imported stateside—#SnailPrimp. A snail-themed pop-up spa at the rooftop of the Ace Hotel Downtown, featuring exclusive SnailPrimp facials, welcomed the fashion-and-beauty-forward set that was willing to turn to snails to get fabulously glowing skin.

Guests were treated to complimentary, high-end mini facials using snail mucin products: snail cleanser, snail toner, snail mask and snail cream. Just short of putting actual snails on guests' skin, aestheticians applied the products with special faux-snail applicators, simulating the experience of real snails crawling on guests’ faces. To enjoy SnailPrimp's brilliant rewards year-round, guests were gifted a set of snail products to take home.

While a bit strange, snail extract actually packs a powerful punch to combat aging by stimulating new collagen, by repairing sun damage and scars and by deeply hydrating skin. The skincare-obsessed community has only recently incorporated snails into beauty routines to slow down the aging process, but the small critters have relieved skin imperfections for centuries, a testament to their true magical properties. With a host of anti-aging nutrients that are often found in beauty products, science has proved the benefits of snail secretions, so it’s no wonder snails are crawling into the beauty spotlight.

Rounding out the poolside event were massages, a terrarium full of live snails, snail-themed cocktails and a GIF booth for guests to show off that fresh glow.

The event was sponsored by MailChimp, lovers of all things weird and beautiful, in order to help popularize the growing skincare trend in the US and give SnailPrimp the buzzworthy attention it deserves.

For more information: http://www.snailprimp.com/
Instagram: @snailprimp

Get picture perfect with Glam Boutique Spa

Hi lovelies,

Since booking my new show on Disney Interactive called Hello! Disney Style Live, making sure that my skin is picture perfect and always camera-ready has never been more important to me. Luckily for me, Lindsay Faulk, just opened the Glam Boutique Spa in Woodland Hills, a place where you can feel special and get the celebrity treatment while having your skincare and beauty needs met in a warm, welcoming, and comfortable environment.

The moment that I walked into Glam Boutique Spa, I immediately fell in love with the decor. Every touch point from the pink furry seat pillows to the lips painting hanging over the black velvet couch oozed glam, luxury, and femininity.

What I also loved about the spa is how welcoming and kind Lindsay was. She walked me through each step of my treatment and took the time to talk about my skincare needs and what my beauty goals were. She made me feel special and I knew that I was in good hands.

"As a mother to four beautiful daughters, two of which have gone through hormonal teen acne, I created Glam Boutique Spa to cater to women with skin issues. I also opened the spa with a desire to empower women through skincare and create a legacy for my daughters. It was important to me to create a space for young women to feel comfortable, welcomed, and confident while being able to enjoy some of the best skin care treatments available in the industry. Equally important was the need to leave a legacy and a business to share with my daughters who love all things beauty and glamour.”

- Lindsay Faulk

While at the spa, I received the Red Carpet Facial. Admittedly, I was a bit nervous because it was my first facial but the whole process was super relaxing and intimate. The Red Carpet Facial is a combination of Glam Boutique Spa's Microdermabrasion treatment followed by a Hydrafacial and then concluded with an Intraceuticals Oxygen facial. My skin is mix of dry and oily, so it was perfect that this particular facial is able to applied to all types of skin. 

Once the facial was over, my face felt smooth, healthy, and strong. My face was literally glowing and I loved the dewy look of my skin. Lindsay was gracious enough to give me samples of the skincare products that she uses and I've been able to maintain that fresh out of the salon look thanks to the spot treatment, moisturizer, and clay mask. 

Glam Boutique Spa also offers lash extensions, spray tans, facials, peels, waxing, and more. They also use and carry top of the line skincare and body care products ranging from Intraceuticals to PCA and Epicuren. I plan to do a girls spa day there soon and enjoy being treated and pampered with my ladies.