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Give your skin the gift of Serenity with Zorica of Malibu

November 7, 2010

After just one week of curling up fireside in my oversized Twelfth Street blanket sweater, my body could use a little polish before hitting Zuma beach this weekend. (Crazy, right? I mean, it’s Novemeber, people!!) I need a little glow, but with the holidays quickly approaching, who has time for a trip to the spa?

Enter Serenity Sugar Body Scrub, by Zorica of Malibu. This body scrub ($25) has a relaxing, fragrant mixture of Lavender, Rose and Geranium essential oils. The organic sugar crystals are gentle enough to use on my body and face and are surprisingly clean, leaving no slippery bathtub residue. Best of all, my skin feels smooth and nourished.

All of Zorica of Malibu’s products are made with natural and organic ingredients and are chemical and alcohol free. It’s a simple, clean, fragrant line, ideal those of us with ultra-sensitive skin.

This winter give your skin healthy glow. In this heat, we could all use a little Serenity.

xx Tara

Get your favorite Zorica of Malibu products at Planet Blue in Malibu or visit their web site http://www.zoricaofmalibu.com/cart/

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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/

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GELISH SOAK OFF GEL POLISH – Natasha dips in…

November 1, 2010

I’ve been hearing for a while now that gel polish is the next big trend in nails and I finally decided to give it a try with GELISH SOAK OFF GEL POLISH at SERENE HAVEN BEAUTY in Sherman Oaks. I am so happy I did!

The concept it brilliant. Gelish is painted right onto your nails, is dry in just minutes, lasts longer than a regular manicure, doesn’t damage the nail plate, stays glossy, and doesn't chip—for real! I carved pumpkins, went hiking, and even cleaned out my entire garage without one chip. Serene Haven has 48 Gelish colors to choose from, many of which are great for fall. With Halloween here, I opted for a simple black. Unlike a traditional nail polish, Gelish is painted on with a brush and each layer is “cured” under a UV light to dry. Over the course of two weeks I saw no fading, no scratching, no dull color. When my nails grew out, I stopped back onto Serene Haven and soaked my nails for 10 minutes with the Gelish gel remover and picked out a new gorgeous color. It’s so easy! I can only imagine that gel polishes like this will replace old-fashioned acrylic nails and maybe even nail polish some day. It has for me.

Stop by Serene Haven to check it out – it will change your life.

Mention GROOMED-LA and Serene Haven will get 20% off the GELISH add on.

www.serenehavenbeauty.com


Serene Haven
13511 Ventura Blvd., Sherman  Oaks, CA 91423 
(Located next to Starbucks between Sunnyslope & Woodman Ave.)

Tel (818) 986-3001  
Email: serenehaven@hotmail.com 
Web: www.serenehavenbeauty.com  

 

HURRY- TODAY ONLY! GILT ADDICTS AND BEAUTY ADDICTS UNITE FOR THIS CLARINS SALE EXTRAVAGANZ!

October 27, 2010

 
Wednesday, October 27th, Gilt Groupe is hosting a Clarins sale and its HUGE!

All Clarins products will be discounted around 50%.

Below are three key products from the current collection that will be offered on Gilt Groupe.

THIS.  IS.  COOL.

1. Extra-Firming Enhancers – (Gift set was originally $45 and will be on Gilt for $30)

2. Super Restorative Solutions – (Originally $142, Gilt $98)

This winter, replenish and renew the skin for a beautiful complexion with the Super Restorative     Solutions Gift Set.

3. Duo Hand & Foot Moisture Set – (Originally $55, on Gilt for $38)

A hand and nail Treatment Cream that softens hands and strengthens nails. A moisturizing cream which protects against chapping and irritation. It promotes soft, supple hands, long-lasting comfort and also strengthens nails.

Foot Beauty Treatment Cream
Nourishes, Smoothes, Renews. A foot beauty care that goes one step further by soothing and comforting tired feet with dry skin. A rich, deeply penetrating, non-greasy foot treatment cream formulated to moisturize, rejuvenate and restore the natural beauty of your feet.

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