Can you feel it? Fall is here…somewhere. Temperatures might still be creeping around the 100-degree mark, but we here at Spa Girls headquarters are already planning our fall makeup and nail looks. Here’s what we’re crushing on right now. Mulberry Lips: L’Oreal Colour Riche Lipstick in Rose Mauve ($8.95) Vixen red will probably always be […]
Too Cool: COOLA Cucumber Mineral Face Sunblock
When you live in the Valley of the Sun, SPF is a daily beauty routine no matter what the season. But summertime pool parties and beach vacations make it even more important to protect your skin. Looking for a natural alternative to other brands? Check out COOLA cucumber mineral face sunblock with SPF 30. The […]
Fall Makeup How-to: Red Lips, Purple Shadow and Black Liner
Fall is heading our way and while we love transitioning from sweet sundresses to beautiful scarves and comfy boots, that takes a back seat to transitioning what’s in our beauty bags. (We are Spa Girls after all!) The folks at Sephora gave us the scoop on how to create the season’s most coveted looks: crimson […]
Transforming Your Makeup Bag for Fall
Break out the boots, Spa Girls, and take the last few swipes of that shimmery pink lipstick ‘cause fall is on its way to town. Seems fall fashion designers have been rifling through their grandmothers’ closets this season with an intermingling of retro lace, tweed, elegant embroidery and luxe faux fur looks. Head-to-toe winter white […]
Fall Nail Crush: The Ciate Velvet Manicure
Leading the way in nail art innovation with the creation of the Caviar Manicure, the latest from cult British nail brand Ciaté brings decadence to your fingertips — literally. Featuring luxurious crushed velvet, the Velvet Manicure leaves your nails adorned with a sophisticated, plush finish that is perfect for welcoming fall! Applying this polish and […]
Dynamic Duos: Makeup Picks with SPF
WonderTwin powers activate in the form of makeup that conceals and protects! Save time and rev up your summer coverup routine with SPF-spiked hues and tints that fight off the damaging effects of the sun while enhancing your complexion. Eminence Organic Skin Care’s Tinted Moisturizer SPF 25 is a rich, antioxidant-rich formula that provides sheer […]
Raise a Glass: Kelly & Jones Notes of Wine Fragrances
I can imagine few things more peaceful than meandering through a vineyard (Picture the movie “A Walk in the Clouds,” only with less Keanu, which is sad). The aroma from the growing grapes is invigorating. Kelly & Jones has created a scent story that bottles the intoxicating scent of wine without the actual intoxication. You […]
LATHER’s Greatest Summer Hits: 5 Must-Haves
LATHER knows the way to a Spa Girl’s heart. We’re keeping our summer beauty routine so fresh and so clean with these fantastic products from the natural-thinking, holistically charged beauty innovator. Citrus Soothing Pre-Shave Oil, $18 Short-shorts, bathing suit bottoms and billowy dresses – what do they mean for Spa Girls? Yup. Double the shaving […]
Help for Hair Loss: Keranique
Hair loss is a serious issue that plagues many women. Yes, women. Women make up a whopping 40% of hair loss sufferers in America. Shocking, right? Often an issue swept under the rug, hair loss continues to be thought of as strictly a male condition. With August being National Hair Loss Awareness Month, we thought […]
Beauty with SPARKLE
Local American Idol, Jordin Sparks, just added “movie star” to her already impressive resume with her debut in the new movie SPARKLE, which opens nationwide today! In honor of a flick that we’ve already fallen head over heels for (saw it, loved it!), we hit the aisles of Sephora to scout out products that sparkle […]
Whish Body: Your Beauty Dreams, Answered
Sensitive-skinned gals and natural skincare junkies might find their new Holy Grail beauty line in Scottsdale-based Whish Body. The local company has been featured in Marie Claire and InStyle for its organic body wash, shaving cream and scrubs that are free of sulfates and parabens. The super indulgent Three Wishes Coconut Body Butter is a […]
Beauty with a Bite for Shark Week Fans
The Discovery Channel is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Shark Week, so we couldn’t pass up the chance to share our favorite seaworthy beauty products! While we subscribe to the thinking that the ocean is merely for gazing and not for frolicking (mainly because of said sharks), we are looking forward to dipping a well-manicured […]
