Category Archives: WELLNESS

Oceans Alive Pure Phytoplankton : Superfood Supplement

October 6, 2016

Oceans Alive Pure Phytoplankton

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Don’t forget marine phytoplankton!

Yep, something new to add to your smoothie! Here are just some of the phytoplankton benefits:

  • Providing sustainable energy for both body and mind
  • Supporting immune system strength
  • Empowering every cell in every organ to function at its highest level
  • Aiding mental clarity and focus
  • Calming nerves, acting as a de-stressor 
  • Building sustainable, residual body and brain energy

Ocean’s Alive is the purest, most effective superfood targeting a wide range of health issues. It delivers a precise and unique combination of functional, foundational, heirloom strains of freshly harvested, stabilized Marine Phytoplankton. Its Ingredients include a proprietary blend of Phyto/Nano nutrients consisting of Nannochloropsis Gaditana, Tetra-SOD and Concentrated, and Purified Sea Mineral Trace Elements. The product helps to provide sustainable energy for both body and mind, support immune system strength, empower every cell in every organ to function at its highest level, aid mental clarity and focus, calm nerves, acting as a de-stressor, and build sustainable, residual body and brain energy.

1oz. $35

 

Breast Cancer Awareness And Your Deoderant:LAVANILA Laboratories The Healthy Deodorant Collection

September 30, 2016

Make the switch this October to an all-natural, aluminum-free deodorant in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month. LAVANILA Laboratories The Healthy Deodorant Collection is rich in natural and organic ingredients, and is clinically proven to be effective, safe, and nourishing.

Get superior odor protection with this 100 percent natural, freshly scented deodorant. Soothing essential oils blend with beta-glucan technology fight odor effectively while soothing, conditioning, and nourishing the delicate underarm area. It goes on clean, with no sticky wetness, and delivers long-lasting, luxurious results. (Lavanila.com; $14)

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LAVANILA is free of: petrochemicals, phthalates, propylene glycol, mineral oils, silicone, synthetic dyes, synthetic fragrance, sulfates, parabens, and aluminum.

Michelle Messiah, PA-C at FACILE DERMATOLOGY + BOUTIQUE

September 21, 2016

Wow. Ok, we wrote about Facile Dermatology and Boutique recently and I was so blown away by what I learned, I had to check it out for myself. And well, we were right! It wasn’t until I stepped foot into this stunningly appointed space that it hit me – this is a gem, a lucky find and my newest obsession and go-to recommendation for anyone looking to restore, rebalance, rejuvenate and prevent, and do it all while feeling like you’ve walked into a Paul Klee painting.

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Besides being touted for its advanced cosmetic dermatology offerings it is also a high end boutique and product bar.

As mentioned when we first checked out the opening it’s a new concept in the skincare and beauty experience, created by Dr. Nancy Samolitis and Danielle Nadick – somewhere between a chic dermatologist office you wish was your living room, a day spa and a beauty boutique. Let’s not forget IV infusions and cutting edge anti-aging treatments such as laser therapy, cryofacials, micro needling, and more. 

That being said, you will fall is love like I did with the phenomenal Michelle Messiah, PA-C who gave me the most rad PRP and micro-neddling treatment that I am now fully in her clutches for life. In layman’s speak this treatment the treatment I had, PRP (platelet-rich plasma from your blood) will help shrink pores, improve fine lines and stimulate new collagen) or, the Vampire Facial truly is life-giving. All I can say is do it. And if Kim Kardashian swears by it, then you know it works, because she’s clearly made a deal with the devil to stay perennially perfect. After your blood is drawn and spun to separate the blood and plasma, the plasma is injected into your face. Then Michelle did an intensive mico-needling (feels amazing!) and well, more blood and after a day of a little sore-ness you look 15. This is an elixir that basically is a must to your anti-aging, preventative routine.

You’ll want to be best friends with Michelle so stand in line because I’m grabbing her first. Danielle the owner is like girl boss on steroids because I don’t know how the fuck she opened this place, so bow down to this entrepreneurial goddess because I think she may hold the key to the universe.

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Below is a sampling of their goodies but go to their WEBSITE and behold the beauty for yourself. Better yet, book a treatment there now. And that’s an order!

  • IN THE CLEAR: A TAILORED TREATMENT PLAN TO CLEAR YOUR COMPLEXION OF ACNE AND DARK SPOTS MAY INCLUDE:

  • CORTISONE INJECTIONS
    A quick prick with this powerful anti-inflammatory can dramatically reduce red, angry breakouts and hurry up healing—often immediately with cystic acne, in particular.
  • LASER THERAPY
    Think treatments like Clear + Brilliant, Fraxel or XLV.
  • FACIAL & BODY RESURFACING
    A.K.A. microneedling, it nudges skin to create new collagen and elastin fibers, which results in plumper, thicker skin and smoother scars and wrinkles.
  • CRYOFACIALS
    We add liquid nitrogen to your facial to treat what ails you: wrinkles, blemishes, pigmentation and sagging skin.
  • MICRO-INFUSIONS
    Micro-injections of botulinum toxin, filler droplets or PRP (platelet-rich plasma from your blood) will help shrink pores, improve fine lines and stimulate new collagen.
  • PEELS
    Customized chemical peels to reduce breakouts and minimize the appereance of visible scars.
  • A CUSTOM SKINCARE REGIMEN
    Each plan is individualized and includes Facile clinical and prescription-strength products.
  • TOPICAL AND/OR ORAL PRESCRIPTIONS

THE REVERSAL: A CUSTOM ANTI-AGING PROGRAM TO HELP YOUR SKIN AGE IN REVERSE MAY INCLUDE:

  • WRINKLE RELAXERS
    Safe doses of botulinum toxins help unkink muscles, leading to smoother skin free from furrows.
  • INJECTABLE FILLERS
    Hyaluronic acid and collagen-stimulating fillers will give you a lift and youthful smoothness.
  • KYBELLA
    Injections of deoxycholic acid, a fat-absorbing substance, help reduce pockets of localized fat like a double chin.
  • LASER THERAPY
    Think treatments like Clear + Brilliant, Fraxel or XLV.
  • FACIAL & BODY RESURFACING
    A.K.A. microneedling, it nudges skin to create new collagen and elastin fibers, which results in plumper, thicker skin and smoother scars and lines.
  • CRYOFACIALS
    We add liquid nitrogen to your facial to treat what ails you: wrinkles, pimples, hyperpigmentations and sagging.

THE DAILY: A TAILORED TREATMENT PLAN TO CLEAR YOUR COMPLEXION OF ACNE AND DARK SPOTS MAY INCLUDE:

  • CORTISONE INJECTIONS
    A quick prick with this powerful anti-inflammatory can dramatically reduce red, angry breakouts and hurry up healing—often immediately with cystic acne, in particular.
  • LASER THERAPY
    Think treatments like Clear + Brilliant, Fraxel or XLV.
  • FACIAL & BODY RESURFACING
    A.K.A. microneedling, it nudges skin to create new collagen and elastin fibers, which results in plumper, thicker skin and smoother scars and wrinkles.
  • CRYOFACIALS
    We add liquid nitrogen to your facial to treat what ails you: wrinkles, blemishes, pigmentation and sagging skin.
  • MICRO-INFUSIONS
    Micro-injections of botulinum toxin, filler droplets or PRP (platelet-rich plasma from your blood) will help shrink pores, improve fine lines and stimulate new collagen.
  • PEELS
    Customized chemical peels to reduce breakouts and minimize the appereance of visible scars.
  • A CUSTOM SKINCARE REGIMEN
    Each plan is individualized and includes Facile clinical and prescription-strength products.
  • TOPICAL AND/OR ORAL PRESCRIPTIONS
Meet Michelle!

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After receiving her Master’s degree from Western University of Health Sciences and her Bachelor’s degree from UCLA’s Psych-Biology department, Michele quickly started practicing dermatology and perfecting her cosmetic skill set. She specializes in general dermatology, acne treatments, with a special focus on cosmetic facial rejuvenation using peels, Botox, fillers, and medical laser procedures. Michele continues to learn and perfect her craft, taught by the best in the industry. Bonus – Michele believes that most dermatologic issues are not just skin deep, which is why she focuses on a holistic approach to medicine.

Q&A

Favorite treatment? I love micro needling coupled with PRP and always a little filler here and there.

Favorite product? I am obsessed with Malin+Goetz “Vitamin E moisturizer”. I finally found a moisturizer that has an anti-oxidative effect without clogging my pores.

Biggest vice? My Rose, I mean my Red’s; no I mean my old world wines. Really just wine it’s good for the heart ?

Ceil Spa Pearl Wellness / SLS Hotel

September 18, 2016

 

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The CIEL SPA at the SLS recently relaunched under the guidance of Pear Wellness with a bevy of amazing face treatments. I recently checked it out and had a facial that was super lovely. While they don’t believe in steam or extractions,it was relaxing and felt great and Katarina was awesome. They do offer more high-tech, purpose driven offerings but the one I had was the perfect facial if you want to buy a beauty-relaxation gift for a someone and don’t want to go for anything too extreme like a boss, a mother in law or bride. And there is a lot to say about a day at a hotel spa where you can steam and relax and take a little mini-vacation. The white Phillipe Starck 5,000 square foot spa has 6 treatment rooms including a couples massage room with side by side soaking tubs all complimented by the 1,000 foot relaxation lounge with bite size snacks by SLS Hotel Culinary Director, Jose Andres. You can chill amidst luxury retail such as Voyage et Cie Candles and Bath Products, Emerson Ryder Jewelry and Emi Jay Hair Care and Tees.

Ciel Spa is the first Los Angeles spa to feature Biologique Recherche skincare for facial services. The Biologique Recherché Methodology is well-loved for its concentrated, raw ingredients that produce healthy, glowing skin.

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Ciel Spa by Pearl Wellness is open 7 days a week from 9am9pm.

For more information, please visit www.cielatsls.com or phone us 3102465560.

465 S. La Cienega Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90048
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They also have a new hair salon but I have not tried any of the stylists.

IGK HAIR- 

WHAT: A team of four innovative stylists from various parts of the globe and vastly different backgrounds unified in a single vision: to create products designed to fit the lives and needs of the client and hairstylist.  Chase Kusero, founder of IGK, is one of the hottest hairdressers in Hollywood. While Chase’s hairdressing style first caught the eye of Southern California’s most influential, beauty-conscious clients, his signature looks have since gone viral. He is the man behind Jared Leto’s lustrous locks and his Oscar winning look, the ombre-man bun. 

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LOVE GOODLY Celebrates 1 Year Anniversary of Giving with exclusive Aug/Sept Box benefiting Farm Sanctuary!

September 1, 2016

In celebration of its first milestone year, LOVE GOODLY will be releasing an exclusive eco-luxury Aug/Sept Anniversary Box on August 15th benefiting Farm Sanctuary!

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Valued over $87 with retail price of $29.95, the newest box features TWO Love Goodly exclusives:  a delicious organic collaboration with Hurraw! Lip Balm directly benefiting Farm Sanctuary, and a custom rose gold anniversary necklace by Durrah Jewellery. Other curated picks from LOVE GOODLY founders Katie and Justine inside its Anniversary box include a highly addictive Little Barn Apothecary Charcoal + Aloe Cleanser, an Orglamix Essential Oil Roller-Ball in your choice of healing aromas, and more.

Always committed to providing highly curated nontoxic and eco-friendly products and collaborations, this month not only marks Love Goodly’s First Year Anniversary, but it also represents 1 year of LOVE GOODLY’s commitment of giving to a healthy self, charity partners (Farm Sanctuary & CureCervicalCancer.org), and sustainable & cruelty free living.

A LOVE GOODLY exclusive in support of Farm Sanctuary, this new Hurraw! flavor is utterly dreamy & poured individually with premium organic, vegan, & raw ingredients like sweet almond oil, cocoa seed paste and peppermint leaf oil. The fresh minty tingle is a match made in heaven for the decadent “Choco Mint” flavor collaboration directly benefiting Farm Sanctuary.

100% of the proceeds are donated to FARM SANCTUARY on LoveGoodly.com

Available in their highly valuable bi-monthly box or separately on LoveGoodly.com on August 15th, you choose how to discover an eco-luxury lifestyle this August. A closer look inside:

Hurraw! Custom Exclusive Choco Mint ($4.29)

A LOVE GOODLY exclusive in support of Farm Sanctuary, this new Hurraw! flavor is utterly dreamy & poured individually with premium organic, vegan, & raw ingredients like sweet almond oil, cocoa seed paste and peppermint leaf oil. The fresh minty tingle is a match made in heaven for the decadent “Choco Mint” flavor collaboration directly benefiting Farm Sanctuary.

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Little Barn Apothecary Charcoal + Aloe Cleanser ($22)

Little Barn Apothecary was founded on the basis of creating safe, modern apothecary goods crafted from organic and wild harvested ingredients that are simple, natural, and effective. Their Charcoal + Aloe Face Cleanser is just that – activated bamboo charcoal gently draws out skin pollutants, helping to heal and prevent breakouts, while fresh and restorative aloe hydrates and protects your skin. The gentle cleanser is also blended with antibacterial cajeput and basil essential oils to help eliminate harmful bacteria on the skin surface and deep within the pores. A small amount of the ultra-concentrated cleanser is all you need for a glowing, clear complexion.

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Durrah Jewellery Custom Anniversary Heart Necklace ($40)

Another Anniversary Exclusive, LOVE GOODLY is launching its Exclusive Anniversary Necklace in partnership with Durrah Jewellery. Designer Durrah Khalil designs bespoke pieces using precious and semi-precious materials with the idea of being essentially classic, with a touch of modern edginess. The rose gold LOVE GOODLY heart pendant and chain is designed in Los Angeles and made out of recycled base metals.

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You pick: Orglamix Essential Oil Roller-Ball Aromatherapy in “Chill Pill” or “Hot Mama” ($18 each)

“Chill Pill”

When the world closes in on you and your head feels a size too small, apply a few dabs on the back of your neck, temples and earlobes. You’ll feel a tingling sensation as pressure, tension, and tightness begin to feel as if they’re melting away.  Inhale deeply after each application to help reduce stress, and reapply as needed throughout the day! Blended from 100% pure and natural ingredients, like steam-distilled sweet basil, rosemary, peppermint, eucalyptus, and lemon essential oils, this wonder-oil is sure to reduce the discomforts associated with tension and stress, not-to-mention the incredible fresh smell!

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YUNI Shower Sheets ($3)

Great for post yoga workouts or other fitness regiments, the YUNI Shower Sheets immediately cleanses and deodorizes for freshness on the go. Between showers, whisk away dirt, sweat and odor with one luxuriously large moist wipe. The wipes are non-toxic, plant based, biodegradable, and compostable exuding 100% natural aromas. Key Ingredients include Neem Leaf Extract which calms the skin and soothes inflammation, while the Peppermint Leaf Essential Oil acts as a mild antiseptic, reducing bacterial activity on the skin.