Sweat Shop LA: Infrared Sauna me up!

January 29, 2013

Located steps from Sunset and Vine, The Sweat Shop L.A. is a modern, urban oasis in the middle of Hollywood.

As soon as I walk in, I notice all the cool little accessories (assorted jewelry) as well as yoga mats and  essential oils for sale. 

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I am then escorted to my.own.private.infrared sauna (heart be still)! The room has a tall shelf with a carafe of water, terrycloth robe, towels, plenty of
changing space and an adjacent shower. My sauna is heated to 140
degrees and it has a working radio inside. 

Sweat Shop L.A. is a cool, eco chic space with an open wall  leading into a sweet healthy vegan spot Life Food Organic.  Sweat Shop LA offers various rooms to accommodate treatments such as
intravenous vitamin therapy (I've done this elsewhere and love it)
massage, acupuncture,
cupping, reiki, facials and waxing. 

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I relax, sink into my infrared sauna, sweat, and enjoy my time alone.  No other interruptions, no magazines, cell phones or computers to speak of. Just me, my carafe of water and a little Sunday morning FM radio.

Some benefits to using an infrared sauna are listed below:

  • aids in elimination of toxins through your sweat glands.
  • improves blood circulation and burns calories (as many as 300-600 in one session).
  • provides benefits if being in natural sunlight without  harmful uv rays.
  • provides healing and pain relief to sprained and strained joints, muscles and tissue.
  • increases the body's metabolism.
  • improves skin quality and tone via blood flow circulating nutrients to the skin
  • relaxes and de stresses the body by gently relaxing the muscle tissue.
  • improves and supports your immune system (helps relieve the common cold).

The price:

1 session = $35 ($30 for your first session).  They offer larger size packs discounted (10 for $300, 20 for $500) as well.

I am told the owner's husband designed the space.  Heart be still.  A couple that is holistic and builds stuff too.  If you're in the Hollywood hood treat yourself and step in to The Sweat shop – your body, skin and heart will thank you. 

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xox

Lacee

 

Top Skin Care Picks from European spa and skin care expert Kerstin Florian.

January 23, 2013

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Kerstin Florian came out with 4 luxurious NEW items and sets for the holidays and we fell in love.

  • Caviar Pure Luxury Kit ($110) – Nutrient-rich caviar products to intensely moisturize and protect, including Creme Cleanser, Rose Mist, Age Defense Day Creme, and Night Creme.
  • Turkish Body Scrub with Eucalyptus ($100) - Invigorating bath and shower scrub infused with salt crystals and thermal minerals to deeply cleanse and stimulate the body.
  • Chamomile Body Kit ($75) – Ultra-calming chamomile Body Scrub, Bath/Shower Gel, and Body Lotion designed for serious relaxation.
  • Correcting Pure Transformation Kit ($135) – A transformation for your daily skin care routine, with a Complete Daily Cleanser, Multi-Vitamin Day Creme SPF 30, and Brightening Eye Creme.
                www.kerstinflorianusa.com

 

GROOMED LA's pick!

Correcting Pure Transformation Kit – $135

The Correcting Pure Transformation Kit features three products for the face to transform, pamper, and facilitate incredible changes as part of a daily routine.

• Complete Daily Cleanser is a gentile 3-in-1 formula that provides a multipurpose solution to cleanse, tone and remove makeup all in one step.

Key ingredients, chamomile, aloe and vitamin E, work together to soothe and protect, leaving the skin balanced, soft and hydrated.

• Multi-Vitamin Day Crème SPF 30 is a moisturizing treatment perfect for daily use, which provides lightweight hydration as it nourishes and protects the skin.

• Brightening Eye Crème uses light-reflecting botanicals and innovative lightening ingredients in the form of a rich moisturizing agent to create a warm, luminous winter glow to the under eye area.

 

BUY IT HERE!!
Brightening Eye Crème

This brightening eye treatment, infused with vitamins and peptides, provides immediate and long-term hydration. Designed to diminish dark circles, reduce puffiness, fine lines and wrinkles.

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15 mL / 0.5 FL OZ U.S.
Price: $70.00
 
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BENEFITS:

  • Advanced moisturizing formula targets the three top aging concerns of the delicate eye area; designed to instantly hydrate and smooth fine lines, brighten dark circles and reduce puffiness
  • Advanced peptide (2% Haloxyl) complex helps prevent and diminish the appearance of dark circles by 19% after 56 days of use
  • Improves elasticity to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
  • Advanced peptides (3% Matrixyl 3000) improves wrinkle depth up to 45% after 56 days of use
  • Paraben-free, oil-free and fragrance-free

KEY INGREDIENTS:
Haloxyl 2% (Glycerin, Steareth-20, Chrysin, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide) Prevents and diminishes the appearance of dark circles, significantly reduces red and blue discoloration in the skin, increases skin density to better support the microvascular network around the eyes and alleviates inflammation that can lead to vessel fragility. 

Matrixyl 3000 3% (Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 and Palmitoyle Oligopeptide) Advanced peptides act synergistically to restore and maintain skin's youthful appearance by providing 45% less deep wrinkles after two months. Promotes reduction in wrinkle depth and improves overall smoothness of the skin. Supports development of connective tissue and improves skin elasticity. 

Vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root) Rapidly absorbed Vitamin A complex with proteins to increase skin substantively and minimize irritation. Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and promotes even skin tone. 

Vitamin C+ Complex (Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate) A high potency Vitamin C complex that helps to boost collagen production and enhance skin's structural support. This Vitamin C+ complex is 50 times more active than standard Vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Helps to provide antioxidant protection against free radicals and improve skin firmness. Helps brighten skin by reducing the formation of melanin and preventing appearance of age spots. 

Vitamin E (Tocopherol) Provides antioxidant surface protection against free radicals and improves skin elasticity and smoothness. 

Willowherb Absorbs free radicals that cause oxidative cell damage. Soothes and calms irritated skin. 

Algae Extracts (Hydrolized Algin, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract) Calming and soothing to sensitive skin.

Zaggora’s iconic Hot Pants 2.0 and the new upper body collection!! Sweating my entire body off!

January 22, 2013

I don’t know what to say but – this shit works.

Sweating every pore off and onto the gym floor.

I’m hooked, addicted, obsessed.  Even if I do look like I’m gonna go scuba diving. 

This jacket is so bomb, I might even wear it, like just to wear it. But then I’d be dripping sweat on everyone. Been getting a million “that is bad ass” compliments on the jacket. Didn’t need the hood, but the pop of yellow is fresh. I can no longer do my ellipticalling without it. (Yah, I know that’s not a word)

Get one size bigger than you are –

WHAT:: Developed with a breakthrough Celu-Lite fabric technology that harnesses the body’s natural heat in order to boost its core temperature by 11%, and in turn increase the amount of calories you burn, HotPants revolutionized the workout regimens of women everywhere. In fact, research shows that women who wear HotPants for at least 30 minutes experience calorie burn that is 11.3% greater compared to when they wore traditional workout attire.

Zaggora introduces its new upper body range, including body blazers, tanks and bra tops. Designed with the same Celu-Lite technology that delivers the efficient, fat-burning benefits of HotPants, this collection targets the arms, stomach, chest and back. Each piece is designed to highlight the curves you adore and flatter the ones you abhor, and can be worn individually or layered together to maximize your workout.

Pricing: Body Blazer ($128), Hooded Body Blazer ($144), Hot Top ($80), Coola Bra ($48), HotPants 2.0 Short ($72), HotPants 2.0 Long ($88), HotPants 2.0 Capri ($104)

 

Where to buy: www.zaggora.com

 

Rita Hazan’s POP Color is the perfect way to brighten up your locks for some 2013 fun!

January 10, 2013

When this came across the GROOMED LA desks, well, we lost our minds. Ever since the Katy Perry documentary took over our house for several weeks, all we have wanted (when I say we, I mean Aria, 7, and myself, is fun hair color. Obviously, without any real commitment. 

We tried several brands.  One streak-wand type got all over everything. Everything!! My two year old had blue running down his face after I hugged him. The other brand, didn't show up at all. SAD FACE.

Thanks to Celeb stylist (and Katy Perry's personal stylist!) Rita Hazan's POP COLOR – we hit the motherlode!!!

It's totally perfect. WE ARE OBSESSED!!!!!

 Pop Color Lineup

WHAT :: A collection of Pink, Purple and Blue spray-on hair color inspired by a nationwide trend that Rita originally debuted on her client, Katy Perry. 

Hazan created POP Color so that women all across the country could temporarily customize and experiment with their color by adding vibrant highlights, streaks, tips, and all-over color without using tints, bleaches or peroxide. Combining Rita’s signature color formulas with her proprietary aerosol spray technology, POP Color is as fun to apply as it is to wear.

Contributing to the uniqueness of this one of a kind product, Rita teamed up with a graffiti artist to add a distinctive, ultra-luxe touch to the product packaging. POP Color is a real representation of the original, edgy and innovative artist that Rita truly is.

COLORS/ LOOKS

POP Color comes in 3 shades that were created to work with all hair colors whether you are dark or light: pink, purple, and blue.  

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

Best on dry, styled hair.  Hold the can 12 inches from hair & spray continuously.  Cover clothing to protect from errant color.  Vibrant color dries in less than 5 minutes.  Learn application tips and style suggestions from Rita at ritahazan.com 

INGREDIENTS/ SAFETY

POP Color does not alter hair texture or hair color on a permanent basis because it does not contain permanent dyes, bleaches, ammonia, or peroxide.  

PRODUCT INFO

Price: $18 for 2oz.

Availability: RitaHazan.com, Sephora.com and Rita Hazan Salon NYC starting December 2012 and in Sephora stores nationwide.  

PS: WE CANNOT WAIT TO TRY HER ROOT CONCEALER.  IF IT'S ANYTHING LIKE THE HIT THAT POP COLOR IS, MY WEEKLY GREY GROW OUT PROBLEM MAY BE SOLVED – AHA!!

EDEN BY EDEN SASSOON BLEW US AWAY

January 8, 2013

How is it that something as simple as a blow dry can make a woman feel so good?

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When Groomed was recently invited to test out the new blowdry (and more) bar EDEN by Eden Sassoon, I couldn't resist.

The word Eden evokes certain memories for me.  Images flooding back to nights years ago spent club hopping in Hollywood, and Garden of Eden (now owned by different owners and in a different reincarnation) was always a favorite.  I loved the glitz, glamour and occasional sleeze of Hollywood nightlife.  I eventually grew up, entered the real world of work, rent and responsibilities.  I didn't have the luxury (nor really want) to be a princess who parties.  Those days were very fun though.  Perhaps a similarity between my rememberance of my glory days at the Garden of Eden and EDEN is the prevalence of pretty people, pretty things and old fashioned good style.

What set's EDEN apart from all the rest?  A myriad of beauty treatments (including blow outs, trims, Phyto hair treatments, manicures and makeup application just to skim the surface) all  under one roof for $65 or under and all within 65 minutes.

I like this quote from Eden Sassoon and thought it summarized her unique concept well "The modern woman needs more than just her hair styled.  Whether for her everyday life or for going to that special event, she also needs her nails polished and her brows shaped or a full makeup application.  Being that she has more responsibility than ever and more constraints on her time and money, she needs to be able to get all of these services without having to drive all over town and without having to pay an arm and a leg to do so.  At EDEN, she can finally do all that at a price and within an amount of time that gives her permission to go each week." 

Hallelujah to women embracing their feminity, not feeling guilty for wanting to look good, at an affordable rate.

The studio design is modern sophisticate with different styles of wood and calming, soft colors to compliment the inviting, open environment.   EDEN boasts 12 hair stations, 2 makeup stations and 2 manicure stations.  Products offered include Phyto, Sojourn (owned by Eden's brother Elan Sassoon), VoCe', Smashbox Cosmetics and Butter LONDON for nail care.  Styling tools from beauty giants  Bio Ionic and Mason Pearson and skin tools from Clarisonic can be purchased as well.  Black and white photography depicting LA and Malibu living, fashion and beauty line the walls.   Several of the photographs are contributed from close friends of Eden: Davis Factor , Scott Caan and Patrick Hoelck.

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I had the pleasure of having my hair styled by Chloe.  She is a talent.  Fresh faced, sweet, stylish and gives a mean blow out.  I like soft hair but with loads of volume and textured curls.  Just a bit of teasing (if any at all).  She nailed this look and my blow out lasted for days.

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EDEN is open 7 days a week and located at 8600 W. Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, 90068. Call 310.861.4660 to make an appt.  You won't regret it.  

xoxo

Lacee  

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