From the category archives:

salon services

Time Out for a ‘Me’ Day at Wi Spa L.A.

February 6, 2012

I’ve visited many spas in my life—it’s one of my favorite indulgences. (But really, whose isn’t it?) Even as a beauty girl, I had no idea that such a thing as a ‘Korean spa’ existed. I mean, aren’t spas…spas? Now I know different, and they’re something like a phenomenon.

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On the Cutting Edge: Meet Mika Fowler

January 24, 2012

Last week, I stopped in at Gavert Atelier in Beverly Hills to see Mika Fowler, who is well-known here in La-La land for her precision cutting techniques.

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The Tale of a Bikini Waxing Newbie, at a European Waxing Center

January 7, 2012

Not to be TMI or anything—but guest correspondent, Kristin had her first bikini waxing experience last week at an elite waxing salon, European Wax Center. Since there are over 300 locations nationwide (and your first wax is free), we wanted to share!

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Must Check Out: Make Up For Ever Los Angeles Boutique

November 17, 2011

Here’s your insider peek at the first west coast flagship Make Up For Ever store!

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Review: My Results From the VI Peel I had in April

May 3, 2011

I had a medical grade chemical peel in April that I’ve been dying to tell you about, and here are the results…photos and all!

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In L.A.? Don’t Miss the Bellacures Sale on Gilt City!

March 7, 2011

This heads up is for my L.A. based ladies! 30% off of popular nail services at the famous Bellacures newest location.

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Break Your Nail-Biting Habit with 5 Tips from a Pro!

February 14, 2011

Did you know that nail-biters make themselves more susceptible to illness than non nail-biters? Every time you put your nails in your mouth, you’re introducing more germs and bacteria to your saliva—the perfect recipe for illness. Eww!

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Beauty Events From Coast-to-Coast

September 25, 2010

The latest beauty events happening from coast-to-coast, featuring services at special reduced-prices—or for free! Los Angeles Sunday, September 26th — Attend Byu-ti Hair Therapy Salon’s Blowdry Boot Camp, with proceeds benefitting The NOCC’s “Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer” campaign. Champagne, cupcakes, and personal hairstyling lessons from LA’s top stylists. Guests will receive a complimentary [...]

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Hair On The Brain dishes about the Brazilian Blowout experience

September 21, 2010

Hey everyone! My arm seems to be cooperating with treatment but I still have a little more to go. I asked my friend Valerie from Hair On The Brain to tell us about her Brazilian Blowout experience, especially since I haven’t spent much time on the topic myself. I haven’t done hair in years, but [...]

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Experience total “extraction satisfaction” from this L.A. based skincare expert

September 20, 2010

Every skincare expert has their area of expertise. I’ve received facials from some of the best in the field; some known for their peels or microdermabrasion, and others for the latest in high-tech specialty treatments. In all honesty, I cannot say I’ve ever been laying on the table of someone so experienced in the art [...]