skin care

Did you know that some sunscreens can be more hazardous to your health than beneficial to your skin? The Environmental Working Group has put out a huge study and website detailing research which reveals that some of the sunscreens that we trust to protect our skin could contain elements that are permeating our skin and could cause damage to our bodies and increase the risk of cancers.

Question:

Dear Susie,

I have heard a lot about Oxygen Facials. Do you know where the best place to get one would be? I would like the one Madonna gets.

I have thick, curly hair. Lots of it. This means that I’m almost always on a desperate hunt for the most nourishing, detangling, moisturizing, de-frizzing conditioner available, whether it’s targeted at curlies like myself or to those with over-treated or processed hair (which my hair is not). I’ve tried everything from deep conditioning treatments to leave-in-conditioners, and just when I think I’ve found the perfect product, I’m introduced to a new one.

Back in 2006, Marc Jacobs, one of fashion’s heavy hitters, and his business partner/friend Robert Duffy first took it upon themselves to bring awareness to a cause that happens to be close to our hearts also: melanoma prevention.

Along with last month’s passing of a comprehensive universal healthcare bill came a tax on the use of tanning-beds and artificial UV rays – setting sun-bed users and tanning salon owners up in arms.  Nevertheless, along with the protests comes a spotlight on new research drawing attention to the dangers of sun abuse, and for […]

SpaFinder lists Melanoma resources and links

If you spend significant amounts of time in the sun or under UV lights then you are at risk for melanoma. But not everyone has the same level of risk, and despite common belief, if you have a darker complexion or tan without burning you are still susceptible to melanoma. Take a moment to answer the following questions to determine whether or not you are taking risks with your skin.

SpaFinder is passionate about bringing awareness to the dangers of melanoma and how easily preventable it can be with the right amount of care. Keeping an eye on moles and freckles can have a huge impact on preventing the spread of melanomas, a huge advantage as once the cancers spread they become increasingly difficult to treat.

Melanoma is a very serious and dangerous type of skin cancer that begins in melanocyte skin cells, the cells that produce melanin. You may know that melanin gives skin its color and when melanocytes are exposed to sunlight tanning occurs. These cells also protect the deeper layers of skin from being damaged ultraviolet rays. However, when these cells are exposed to too much sunlight or UV rays they can begin to multiply and grow abnormally and may become cancerous. Fortunately, while melanoma is the most deadly skin cancer, it is also easily preventable. Here are some tips for keeping your skin healthy in the sunny summer months.

Melanoma is a very serious and dangerous type of skin cancer that begins in melanocyte skin cells, the cells that produce melanin. You may know that melanin gives skin its color and when melanocytes are exposed to sunlight tanning occurs. These cells also protect the deeper layers of skin from being damaged ultraviolet rays. However, when these cells are exposed to too much sunlight or UV rays they can begin to multiply and grow abnormally and may become cancerous.

Spas in the Lone Star state are serving up gigantic—and affordable!—deals Texas-style with SpaFinder’s weeklong Deal Days event www.spafinder.com/dealdays, March 8-14. Corral your spa-going partners and two-step into tons of spas offering 50-minute spa services that range everywhere from facials to massages to nailcare—for just $50! Book pronto—appointments are filling up faster than you can say “saddle up”!

Already known for being a business-savvy city, home to international headquarters of The Coca-Cola Company, AT&T Mobility, and Delta Air Lines, Atlanta is also becoming a hotspot for the spa industry. Schedule a treatment at one of the spas gearing up for SpaFinder’s nationwide Deal Days event, March 8-14, and discover a soothing retreat from the vibrant cosmopolitan city. Indulge in pampering spa services—mani/pedis, facials, massage, and more—for just $50!

Before I could attempt to explain the different types of wraps typically offered at a spa, I thought it would be beneficial to have actually experienced a wrap treatment myself!

I made an appointment at the elegant Oasis Spa on Park Avenue in New York City for a 60-minute seaweed wrap. I had heard this remarkably nourishing treatment would be a perfect remedy for my seriously dry, winter skin.

The more mature our skin becomes, the more important the right foundation becomes. Finding the right balance of sheerness and coverage can be tough. You don’t want anyone to see your foundation, and you want to hide imperfections that come with age, including unevenness of tone and wrinkles. Colorescience Pro Sheer Crème Foundation feels luxuriously […]

From famed dermatologist Dr. Howard Murad, widely acknowledged as one of the world’s foremost authorities on skin health, come Murad Sleep Reform Serum and Murad Sleep Reform Dietary Supplement.

SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Eye Complex

We are big fans of SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter, a facial moisturizer for “mature” skin, so we just had to try the eye cream. This three-dimensional treatment contains a unique combination of ingredients to dramatically improve severe signs of intrinsic aging around the eyes. It’s early in our trial period, but we already love it.

From the renowned house of Borghese comes the brand-new Cura-C Anhydrous Vitamin C Body Scrub, a luxurious body scrub that works at a deep level as it eliminates dull surface cells. Water-free to deliver the purest form of Vitamin C, it leaves skin revitalized and moisturized. It’s formulated with Vitamin C, A, and E, plus CoQ10 and Beta-Carotene for antioxidant and nourishing benefits. Its shea butter, squalane, sunflower oil, and carrot oil soften and smooth the skin.

Just in time to still enjoy knee-skimming skirts (which many of us wear all year), bathing suits and beautiful tans (easy to have all the time thanks to spray-tanning), Gillette’s come out with a convenient, time-saving way to shave. The new Venus Spa Breeze® razor has built-in bars of shave gel, so no need to […]

Masquerade revelers conceal themselves behind dazzling masks, to hide their true identity. At the spa, masks are also worn to enhance beauty but only so that stunning skin can take center stage. Facemasks are a vital part of skin care, so determine the right one for your skin type. Nourishing the skin, or essentially, feeding […]

Before I took on both motherhood and a full-time career, I was a waxing devotee. Now I no longer have the time to plan, schedule, and coordinate appointments and worry about timing them with vacations and skirt-wearing events. So what is a girl to do? I started shaving. Guess what! I love it! I became […]