Evolve Real Plant Powered Protein Shake

February 13, 2017

Say hi to EVOLVE – the cleanest plant-powered protein drink rooted in the idea that less is more and that simpler protein is better protein. 

Whether you’re a yogi, hiker, cyclist or surfer, protein doesn’t have to be complicated– refuel your body with the cleanest nutrition it deserves and become something better. While maintaining all the benefits protein offers like stronger, leaner muscles and fortified hair, skin and nails, EVOLVE, quite literally, is an evolution in a category full of excess ingredients, with quality ingredients and delicious flavor. They passed the kid’s test when they were chilled – especially the chocolate!

The 10-ingredient formula is:

  • Packed with 20g of Protein
  • 160 Calories
  • Low Fat
  • Vegan
  • Excellent source of Fiber and Calcium
  • Free of Dairy, Soy, Gluten
  • Non-GMO

Tuck Room Tavern Brunch NOM NOM NOM

February 12, 2017

Finally hit Tuck Room for Sunday Bottomless Blood Mary brunch. YUM! My kid, Aj, 6  absolutely loved his French toast with walnuts and bananas…We had the chicken and waffles with maple syrup because chicken and waffles with maple syrup, duh. We also had a yummy AF omelette with candied bacon and a salad.  The bacon was especially LEGIT. 

Drink wise, we loved the “Norma Jean” drink and their version of the “Moscow Mule” and the Mimosa was solid too! 

We sat outside, which was a fun vibe.  The decor is kitschy and fun. I mean the paintings of the owners cat ruled.  It’s a super fun off the beaten brunch path spot to go to because you can catch a movie after and my kid’s therapist happens to be right upstairs! A WIN WIN! 

Address: 10850 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024

Phone: (310) 307-7004

Behind The Glow With Epicuren Honoring Top Makeup Artists

February 10, 2017

Honoring top makeup artist during this year’s Award Season, the ever wonderful Epicuren hosted a lunch on February 9th at Goldie’s in West Hollywood, (yum!!) celebrating the top artists in the world.

Guest included celebrity make-up artist Sarah Tanno (Lady Gaga), Michael Ashton (Adele), Carissa Ferreri (Annette Bening), Stella Kae (Alyssa Milano), Denika Bedrossian, Kristin Hilton and so much more.

Each artist was treated to an array of products as a thank you for all their amazing work behind the scenes. Gift bags where handpicked and tailored for each guest–highlighting Epicuren’s red carpet survival kit including the Epicuren Hydrating Mineral Mask, Colostrum Hydrating Mist, Crystal Clear Eye Make-Up Remover and Anti Aging Lip Balm. For more ideas of great things to include in beauty gift bags, check out http://workitmom.com/blogs/member_blog_post/227217

For those long days of after parties, red carpets and everything in-between the team at Sanuk selected their Yoga Gora Gora made with yoga mat inspired foot beds as a thank you to our artist—a true gift for all artist who spend countless hours on their feet making Hollywood beautiful.

What a glorious event and treat!!!

GIRL’S NIGHT OUT GLAM: HOW TO GET RED CARPET GORGEOUS HAIR IN FIVE STEPS OR LESS By Top Cristophe Salon Beverly Hills Stylists

Five High Style Looks Made Simple By Top Cristophe Salon Beverly Hills Stylists

With award season underway we are seeing all the stars out on the red carpet. For those that want to look glam on any given night out but do not want to spend hours getting ready, two top stylists at renowned Beverly Hills salon, Cristophe, are sharing their top looks that can be done in five steps or less.

Here Master Stylist Egle Miciene breaks down two unique takes on classic styles:

Edgy Fishtail Braid: start the look with sleek hair. (OBSESSED!!!)

  • Create a low side ponytail with a side part.
  • Wrap a section of hair around the rubber band to hide the band.
  • Fishtail braid the rest of the ponytail and pull hair out from the braid to give a more natural/loose look.
  • Flip the fishtail up the side of the head and secure with bobby pins.
  • Pull pieces out to compliment around the face.

Sexy Messy Bun: start the look with wavy hair.

  • Use a texturing mouse at the roots to create tousled texture.
  • Create a ponytail at the crown of the head and tie a sponge around it.
  • Tease the ponytail and use flexible hairspray to hold in place.
  • From the tail wrap it around the bun securing it with a rubber band.
  • Pull some pieces out to give a sexier/tousled appearance.

Here Senior Stylist Tonia Day reveals three chic styles:

 Modern Ponytail Or Chignon:

  • Pull hair into ponytail where desired and secure with a rubber band.
  • Wrap easy pliable wire around the base of the ponytail.
  • Separate the ponytail into two sections and continue to wrap wire around each section down to the ends.
  • Pull hair out in between wire for a more textured and full look.
  • The ponytail can be left down or twisted up into a chignon. Two styles in one!

Classic Glam Wave:

  • Curl hair with a 1” iron.
  • Use a heat protectant which will also add shine and hold.
  • Brush curls with a Mason Pearson brush to smooth and form the wave.
  • Finish with medium hold hair spray.

Sleek + Chic:

  • Smooth the ends of hair with a blow dryer and round brush.
  • Use a serum mid-shaft to ends to seal ends and add shine.
  • Use a styling wax to comb hair back into a sleek wet look.
  • Once brushed into desired look, use a shaping hair spray to finish.
  • Hold shape with duck bill clips and let dry.

About Cristophe Salon:

Founded by renowned stylist Cristophe, Cristophe Salons are located in Beverly Hills, Las Vegas, Washington, DC, Newport Beach and St. Barth. The cutting-edge, distinctive salons are celebrated for their professional, knowledgeable team of dedicated stylists and colorists, and their incomparable five-star customer service which has attracted an international following of VIP clientele as well as top celebrities including Nicole Kidman, Brad Pitt, Kate Hudson, and Hillary Clinton, among others. The luxury salons provide cut and styling, color services, make-up, skin treatments and nails. For more information, visit www.cristophe.com.  

Address: 348 N Beverly Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Phone: (310) 274-0851
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Y7 A Tribe Called Sweat : Melrose

February 9, 2017

Yoga For People Who Put On Gangsta Rap and Handle It

— Vogue

I just took my first real yoga class since I had my bilateral hip replacements (last one in 2012) and it was amazing. I am a certified Hatha Yoga instructor and back in 2000 I made a living solely teaching all around town and privates (ok full disclosure I was on a TV series too cause teaching more than 10 classes a week is HARD so that kinda helped). So I’ve been terrified to take a class with my metallic hips, worried one, or both, might pop. And even though I teach spinning and my own signature fitness class, there are too many counter-intuitive poses that scare the F out of me in yoga.

Alas, it was time. I needed to get back on the mat. And indeed it did at Y7  where a trifecta of love came together for me last Saturday morning in True’s class.

Hip-hop and dry heat and sweat.

The class was not too fast (thank god), but rather a deep slow, challenging burn and in the dark with only candles to keep things aglow. The music was not all hip hop, but perfect for a Saturday morning when I had to go on to teach two classes of my own. The sweat was unreal, the people – lovely, friendly, unpretentious (!!!) and REAL. This was not pixie yoga dust annoyingness (I’ve been there. I WAS ONE!). Nope. Y7 has a real-deal NYC vibe which was so refreshing – the yogi thing is so oversaturated in LA that it’s become a parody. This place is free of all of it. YAY! To say this place is my jam is an understatement. I cannot wait to go back!

Y7 Mission:

WE FLOW HARD™

At Y7 we do things differently. We give you 60 minutes of intensity combined with heat and strength complemented by deep breathing and a calming of the mind. We ask you to step outside the chaos and embrace the fire inside. You’ll flow along to the latest beats. There are no mirrors in the candle-lit studios. The darkness, the sounds, and the heat will take you to a place you’ve never before been. Join us for the best hour of your day. Leave here feeling strong, clear and ready to take on whatever the city has in store for you. Take a class and never look back.

WE FLOW HARD™ VINYASA

60 MINUTES

Vinyasa is mindful movement. We flow through our sequences with intention, braiding postures together that will open, stretch and restore your body from the inside-out. Each class will help link breath and movement, deepen the connection of mind and body, and bring a greater consciousness to your subtle body. We will peel back the layers through a smart and safe yoga sequence, carefully choreographed to music that ranges from The Weeknd to Stevie Wonder. We ask that you come with an open mind, stripped of any and all expectations you carry of yourself, and take an hour long vacation of body exploration, transformation and movement.
All levels welcome.

WE FLOW HARD™ SLOW BURN

60 MINUTES

Different than Y7’s Vinyasa class, Slow Burn works toward not only reaching our edge, but surpassing it. This class is slower than a typical Y7 Vinyasa class, as the teacher guides you deeper and deeper into a carefully selected series of postures. We will focus on foundation and structure within our movement, while mindfully tackling some of the master asanas. With a deeper emphasis on both the necessity and support our breath allots us as practitioners, we will use pranayama to both inspire our movement and guide our mind. Although we aren’t flowing as fast, please come prepared to sweat, work, breathe and finally, to restore. This is a great class to take in the evenings when you’re ready to turn off and tune in. All levels welcome.

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION

Private and small group instruction is available by appointment – and is ideal for those with specific physical goals or constraints, athletic teams and corporate business employees.  Email hi@y7-studio.com to book.

Address: 8270 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046

Phone: (818) 425-8448