IPL at Kalologie. Natasha sees the light!

November 5, 2010

Brown spots, sun damage, blotchiness, overall dullness – these are the four-letter-words that pass my lips practically every time I find myself at the cosmetic counter. My medicine cabinet is overflowing with creams, tonics and serums aimed at combating the hyper-pigmentation that has plagued me since having kids nearly eight years ago. While proper skincare and sun protection does make a difference over time, it has been my experience that there is no magic eraser for these bothersome dark spots caused by an overproduction of melanin, typically as a result of too much sun exposure or a rise in estrogen levels in the body brought on by pregnancy or birth control pills.

That is, until now.

Listen up, my friends. I have discovered the secret to getting star-worthy skin at Kaologie Studio City. It’s called IPL – or Photo facial – and it really, really works.

Intense Pulsed Light treatment, or IPL, is a laser facial system than literally zaps the skin beautiful. Kalologie uses the StarLux System by Palomar that boasts very little pain and virtually no down time. After being declared an “ideal candidate” by my lovely, gentle and super-smart Registered Nurse May, I climbed into the chair for the completely tolerable (though a little uncomfortable) 30-minute procedure. May chatted with me about all things beauty and before I knew it, I was done! As I hugged my new BFF farewell, my skin looked slightly pink, but showed no bruising and I went straight out to dinner. I was happy, albeit a little skeptical about May’s guarantee of bright, smooth, spot-free skin.

For the next 5-7 days my brown spots pushed their way to the surface, getting darker and darker (not a pretty sight), until one day, voila! – I literally watched in the mirror as I brushed away years of sun damage with a dry washcloth. I almost cried I was so happy. There is a magic eraser!!! It’s May at Kalologie in Studio City!

I am SO happy with my discovery of Kalologie’s Photo Facial. Just one treatment revealed a more even skin tone, smaller pores, improved collagen production and generally more radiant skin. According to May, optimal results are seen after four treatments. I simply cannot imagine how good my skin will look when I finish my four-treatment package. Will keep you posted!

 

www.kalologie.com

12204 Ventura Blvd

Studio City, CA 91604

818-435-4499

Ipl-price-list

 

 

 

.

 

“IN BOX” – an email from L.A.’s chicest interior designer Molly Luetkemeyer about her One Kings Lane tag sale!

As you can imagine, my IN BOX gets flooded with exciting events, invites and all kinds of juicy fashion, beauty and all things style related tid-bits.

Here's one from my dear friend the fabulista interior designer Molly Luetkmeyer about her tastemaker sale on One Kings Lane.

If you know Molly's work – then you'll be clicking around like crazy – credit card in hand.

If you don't know Molly, take a peek at her work…and…drool… (or weep in my case).  Seriously, her eye for design is literally the most amazing I have ever seen and looking at the homes she's designed depresses me because I want to be living in them NOW.

Here's what was in my IN BOX.

Hello everyone!  

I thought I’d give you a heads up that I am doing one of the tastemaker tag sales on One Kings Lane this weekend.  If you are not familiar with them, here’s the skinny: One King’s Lane asks select designers to collect a trove of objects that reflects their design sensibility and then sell them on the okl website.  All of the items are at least 30% less than retail (sometimes as much as 70% off) and are unique pieces.  Since they are all one-of-a-kind, if you like it, you should grab it before someone else does.  my sale goes live on Saturday morning at 8am pst and stays up through Tuesday at 8am pst.   Here’s a link to the preview (if you are not already a member, you have to sign up for a free membership to view and purchase stuff.):

http://www.onekingslane.com/event.aspx?l=00010855062300000000

The other development on this end is that I have begun blogging.  Every day I write about something cool that has inspired me and give design tips and on Tuesdays, I answer readers questions.  I'd love any feedback if you have two seconds to check it out – www.mollyloot.com.  

Okl_tag_sale.png.scaled1000

24 GOLD INFUSION TREATMENT WITH – MOLLY LUCIO. GROOMED L.A. READERS GET A $100 DISCOUNT TOO!!

November 4, 2010

It's always a thrill for a facial junkie to discover another fab facialist. I recently found one on Crescent drive. (In the same building as my OGYN Dr. Tony Chin and his partner the infamous Dr. Paul Crane!)

Molly has been working on celebrity skin for over 10 years. She started out working for one of those 'celeb dermatologist's for 9 years before branching out on her own and launching the Healthy Skin facial Spa, located inside "The Healthy You, A Medical Group," a medical office which provides clients access to a variety of treatments, both medical and cosmetic.

I was blown away by her 24 GOLD INFUSION TREATMENT.  Since I seem to always fall asleep (snoring loudly) mid-treatment, and especially here when Molly started the insane most amazing facial massage in the world, I asked Molly to write out for me, step by beautifying step, exactly what she did so that I could show you guys what goes into one of these facials.  You'll see how many amazing steps the process is.

Ready?

Sit back, relax (read) and pretend you're there!

We started off by cleansing your face, applied steam and a rapid peel that has no down time, but exfoliates and opens up the pores.  

We followed that by performing a DiamondTome Microdermabrasion Peel, which removes dead skin cells and the outer layer of skin which allows the serums and masks to penetrate deeper into the skin.

Following the Micropeel, I did thorough extractions to clean out your pores and blackheads.

I then did a second a cleansing to remove any left bacteria from the extractions. I then applied a lavender anti-bacterial pure oil and the 24k gold serum and did a lymphatic massage.

I infused everything with a red light machine for enhanced penetration into the skin.

I then applied a pure 24k Gold mask over the serums, to allow them to penetrate into the skin, to help rejuvenate and brighten your skin.

During the setting of the mask I did a relaxing shoulder, neck and head massage.

After removing the mask, last but not least I applied another 24k gold serum, as well as a plant extract serum , all topped off with a moisturizing sunscreen to get you through the day!

You skin was left feeling soft, and supple with a beautiful glow!


The regular price for this treatment is 275. Best done twice a month for 2 months for optimal results.

MENTION GROOMED L.A. AND GET YOUR FIRST TREATMENT FOR $175!!  YUP, THAT'S $100 OFF!!

  OR a Basic deep cleaning with european facial $100 normally $130. 

 www.HealthySkinBeverlyHills.com

Healthy Skin is a Facial Spa located at:

415 N. Crescent Dr.,
Suite 225
Beverly Hills, CA., 90210

Call and book your appointment, today!
310.777.0159

Spa Parties also available,
E-mail to inquire.
healthyskinbeverlyhills@yahoo.com.

http://www.healthyskinbeverlyhills.com

 


 
  

INA CRYSTAL SKIN CARE REGIME – HIMALAYAN CRYSTAL SALT IS THE HEART AND SOUL OF INNER NUTRITIONAL ALCHEMY

November 3, 2010

Why is that everything from the UK reeks of fabulousness? 

Take the super-luxurious skincare line INA CRYSTALS.  It stands for INNER NUTRITIONAL ALCHEMY. First off, the entire line (skin & body products) works to detoxify the body while feeding the skin with trace elements and minerals to repair and rejuvenate. It gets your glow on while being totally paraben, synthetic solvent and petrochemical free.  

The White Gold line is built upon Himalayan White Gold Crystal and 84 (YES 84!) natural earthly mineral wonders. It's purpose: to encourage the skin to self-generate back to its natural alkaline state. A dip in a bath with a few scoops of White Gold Detox Bath Crystals ($85 for 35.2 oz) will not only feel amaazzingg but also detox, deep cleanse, heal, improve blood circulation, reduce fluid retention, helps with minor skin problems and irritations, (wait…take a breath…there's more) and is even a natural post-natal therapy to help eliminate toxins and medicine administered in childbirth. The minerals are absorbed through the cells, sending the body  into self-healing mode. Hang on, did I mention it helps add luminosity to skin and improve tone and texture?  Oh, did I forget that you will melt away in heavenly waft of basil, fennel and juniper essential oils?

Uh, yah. If you're a bath freak like moi, this is a no-brainer.  Put it on your holiday list and start sending it around.  This is a premiere gift for the holidays.  The packaging is uber-elegant and makes me think of the Waldorf hotel in the 70's for some reason.  It's tres classy.  Took my dip today and already thinking this might be the only way to start the day from here on in.

Rounding out the line is the White Gold Restoring Night Serum, the Day Moisture Cream, Face Wash, Purifying Face Mask and my fave so far as I love to spritz, the Radiant Skin Tonic. The divine smelling Face Wash with little crystals in it, is running a close second.

To find a store that carries this magical stuff, check out their website…

http://inacrystals.com/

Ina-4-step_crystal_facial_regime

Get your Booty in shape with Body Inspired Fitness! Tara takes the plunge. I mean, lunge…

November 2, 2010

Finally the sun is shining, the rain has cleared and I am ready to get my tired tush out of the gym and back to the beach for my favorite Body Inspired Boot Camp! Who wouldn’t want to start their day with the dolphins in the distance, the sand between your toes and knowing that you are going to look and feel great after a killer workout?

Body Inspired Fitness is the brainchild of fitness expert Angela Parker. Working with Angela and her staff was like having my own team of personal trainers. Even working within the group, Angela would tailor the workout to my specific needs and goals, constantly encouraging me to challenge myself, and help me reach my personal best. My personal goal? To feel better, get toned and tackling those skinny jeans hiding at the back of my closet. Sigh…

So I signed up for the 6 week Body Inspired Camp and committed myself to working out 3 times a week at 8:45am, with the option of attending a Saturday beach workout.

On Mondays and Wednesdays the camp met at the Santa Monica Bluffs, where Ocean Ave and Palisades Ave meet, and incorporated cardio with strength training, core work and agility training. Some clients ran, some walked. Everyone pushed themselves to a different level. But the group was always motivating and inspiring. I personally challenged myself to take on running and those infamous Santa Monica stairs.

On Fridays we met at the Adderley Performing Arts School, in the Pacific Palisades, for Pilates, core training, gliders and stretching. A great way to break up the week and focus on those trouble spots.

Saturdays, which were my favorite workouts, we had the option of meeting at the Will Rogers State Beach. Here Angela incorporated everything we had worked on during the week with the added joy and challenge of working out on the beach. I’ll tell you there is nothing like the resistance of the sand to make you have to push a little harder on those jump squats, or dig in on that run from the lifeguard station.

Body Inspired Fitness even has an evenings Ladies Only Camp that focuses on improving cardio while toning hips, thighs, arms and core. Ah, my favorite spots!

Plus, each week I would get an inspirational email with fit tips and words of encouragement to stay on my fitness track and reach my goal.

Each workout session had different exercises that kept things fresh and fun! Most days I was truly excited to kiss my kids off to school and slide into my running shoes.

And very best of all, at the end of the 6 weeks, I felt empowered! I could run longer; kill those Santa Monica stairs, and my arms hips and abs felt toned and fabulous. And finally, that’s right ladies… I slipped into those skinny jeans. Love it! 

xx

Tara

Just in time for the Holidays!

(November 8 – December 22)

6 Week MORNING Body Inspired Camp ONLY $375

3 Days a week
Monday – Wednesday – Friday 
6-7am or 7:30-8:30am or 8:45-9:45am

6 Week EVENING Ladies ONLY Body Inspired Camp ONLY $275

3 Days a week
Monday – Tuesday – Thursday
6-7PM

NEWBIES! Sign up with a friend and get two for one!

For more details go to: http://bodyinspiredfitness.com/classes/

  IMG_5665
http://bodyinspiredfitness.com/