Yoga & Meditation by the lovely Mariah Perkins of The Quiet Melon at The Ambrose Hotel
September 29, 2015
phytomer rosee soin radiance replenishing oil
Brighten, hydrate and restore your skin’s natural luster with Phytomer Rose Soin – Radiance Replenishing Oil. ($94)
This lightweight dry oil absorbs into your skin quickly to create a velvety finish without leaving a greasy residue. This facial oil adds a protective barrier over the skin to retain moisture and prevent tight, dry feeling skin. Loving it as my skin transitions to fall, underneath sunblock (of course!!).
Nourishing algae extracts and botanical oils work together to moisturize skin, promote a healthy, radiant glow, eiminate impurities, add immediate hydration to soften the appearance of fine lines.
With a soothing rose scent (my fave) for an element of aromatherapy to immerse you in a sea of calm. Hell yes!
Key Ingredients:
- D-TOX Microalgae Oil – helps combat free radicals and eliminate toxins and pollutants that damage your skin cells
- Rose Oil – replenishes skin with soothing protection
- Gorse Oil – activates the skin’s water channels to increase suppleness
- Jojoba Oil – strengthens the natural moisture barrier to protect skin against dehydration and improves elasticity.
Tackle Transitional Skin With Murad
September 28, 2015
Now that the days are getting shorter and the summer tans are starting to fade, it’s time to tackle the remains of sunny summers past (where did those spots come from?!). The transition can be tough on everyone. Here are my top transition picks from Dr. Murad’s post-summer skin Rx prescription.
Intensive-C Radiance Peel lifts away sun damage to reveal radiant skin.
Brighten, smooth and hydrate to see a radiant glow after just one treatment. Glycolic Acid exfoliates to accelerate turnover of dark damaged cells, removing dullness and improving skin texture. Myrtle Extract supports cellular renewal to boost youthful resilience and elasticity. Vitamin C and Indian Fig protect against free radical damage while enhancing skin clarity and luminosity. $55
Rapid Age Spot and Pigment Lightening Serum lightens sun and age spots to help you achieve a more even-toned complexion.
Fast-acting treatment featuring Hydroquinone fades dark spots, age spots, and freckles. Our skin-lightening serum also evens out skin tone to reveal a clearer, brighter complexion while helping prevent future pigment formation. $60
Our Hydroquinone serum is suggested for people looking to:
• Fade age spots
• Lighten dark spots
• Even skin tone
Essential-C Night Moisture works overnight to repair and protect your skin from exposure to free radicals.
Antioxidant-enriched hydrator featuring a patented technology designed to improve skin while you sleep. Vitamins A, C and E encourage cell turnover to improve skin firmness.$65
novo body fitness – new group class in the valley
As a native valley girl who came of age in the height of “valley girl” notoriety, very little in my adult life can get me to return west of Sepulveda. Oddly, I’ve found myself braving the pilgrimage twice this week to visit and revisit Encino’s latest workout darling, Novo Body Fitness (http://www.novobodyfitness.com ) This one hour of instructor lead group weight lifting class flies by but leaves you feeling the pain for days after. Think old school weightlifting in a super clean, air conditioned, sweet smelling studio with inspiring music and delicious eye candy and you’ve pretty much nailed Novo Body Fitness.
Started by husband and wife team, Miguel Novo and Stephanie Luciano, this friendly intimate gym with easy parking and loads of class options offers the perfect remedy to pricey private training. Miguel is extremely knowledgeable and dedicated to his own fitness as well as yours and makes it nearly impossible not to push yourself and just as impossible to injure your self. He checks in constantly for “joint pain” and is relentless with form and safety. Having changed his own body and life when he was young through weight lifting and fitness, this lean and toned powerhouse, is the perfect motivator and inspiration to keep you focused and engaged. Try it. First class is free and you wont be disappointed.
- written by Meredith Morton
15928 Ventura Blvd. Suite 108
Sherman Oaks, California 91436
818-501-BODY (2639)
info@novobodyfitness.com
Sip, Scrub, Stimulate, Sooth and Spray Your Way to Younger Skin with Kerstin Florian’s New Chamomile Skin Care
September 24, 2015
Shower/Bath Gel: $36.00 13.5 FL OZ Scrub: $40.00 6 FL OZ
Lotion: $45.00 13.5 FL OZ
Spray: $32.00 4 FL
Kerstin Florian’s new Chamomile Skin Care range is heating up as the weather starts to cool down for the season. The new chamomile skin care is soothing, calming and great for sensitive or acne prone skin types, as well as those who suffer from inflammation. The four products in the collection include: a chamomile body scrub, a gentle chamomile bath gel and body lotion along with a body spray.
In addition to a warm, comforting and fragrant way to end the day, Chamomile is an active botanical and protects your skin from free radical damage.Used since ancient times and comprised of different daisy-like plants (all members of the Asteraceae family), Chamomile is great for healing wounds, anti-inflammatory and additional health benefits. Chamomile functions as a natural skin lightener, promotes a healthy glow and restores its natural moisture content. Additionally the leaves add strong anti-fungal, antibacterial and antiseptic properties making it an excellent aid to minor skin wounds by disinfection.
Available starting October at www.kerstinflorian.com