It took me 20 something years to get hold of styling my crazy, curly hair. And even today it’s a work in progress as I hunt for the latest products for my hair texture. My current love? The Free Your Mane haircare line of hydrating, restorative products for curly tresses. Here’s my take on two […]
Olympic Spirit: Rockin’ Red, White & Blue Nails
Yes, we’re a teeny bit obsessed with the 2012 Summer Olympics. And it has nothing to do with the teeny swim shorts Team USA wears. Okay, maybe a little bit. But mostly we just love supporting the red, white and blue. Hence our latest find: Fiercely Independent Special Edition Nail Wrap Kit from NCLA, the iconic […]
Please Hold! Spa Girls Picks for Best Hair Sprays
There’s nothing worse than spending hours poofing and primping your hair only to have your efforts fall flat the minute you head out the door. So what’s the fairest hair spray of them all? We put our heads together to come up with our tried-and-true faves. Here’s our hit list of best hair sprays. Moroccanoil […]
NewBeauty TestTube: Beauty’s Most Wanted!
If you love trying new beauty products (who doesn’t?!) but hate the risk you take by purchasing full-sized products without sampling them first, then have I got news for you! Meet the NewBeauty TestTube. This coveted pink tube is jam-packed with deluxe samples, full-sized products, the latest issue of NewBeauty Magazine, special offers and a […]
Summer Beauty Essentials: What’s in Our Beach Bags?
Summer is in full swing in the Valley of the Sun! As if the 110-degree temperatures didn’t already give it away, right? In a Spa Girl’s world, this means it’s time to do two things: 1) sign up for the Summer Spaaah Series so you can get the cute inflatable beach bag pictured below and […]
50 Shades of Great Nail Polish
So many colors, so little time! We’ve handpicked our top 50 favorite shades of nail polish and pinned them on Pinterest. Check ’em out and let us know which ones you like, love and could live without! And be sure to follow us on Pinterest for more fun boards. Happy pinning! Want more? See our […]
Deserted Island Must-have: Laura Geller Blush-n-Brighten Powder
Should I be stranded on a deserted island and should I have to choose one item to take with me, it would be a fully fueled and piloted jet to fly me the heck off said island. Or I suppose a volleyball would be a good second – I hear they make excellent companions when […]
Skinn Cosmetics Glossticks: Something to Smile About
What’s not to love about a new lipstick? A new hue of lip color puts a smile on any girlie girl’s face. But what puts an even bigger grin on this Spa Girl’s face is a lipstick that’s packed with benefits. The new Skinn Cosmetics Glossticks by makeup artist, beauty innovator and author Dimitri James […]
Heaven Scent: Sugar Scrubs We Love
Seven heaven-sent sugar scrubs we love! And on the eighth day, sugar scrubs were created. Sweet, heavenly and loaded with hydrating ingredients, sugar body scrubs whisk away dead skin cells and leave skin with a dewy, illuminating glow. The beauty of quality scrubs is that the sugar gently lifts dead surface cells while a surge […]
LaLicious Sugar Scrub Souffles Sampler: Be Picky!
Sometimes a Spa Girl needs a little refresher. And sometimes she needs an all-out scrub that scours away the day’s dirt, grime and bad vibes. The LaLicious Sugar Soufflé Scrubs Sampler Box is the perfect mix of both! The best part about the LaLicious Sampler Box is that you get to pick three 2-ounce jars of your […]
California Baby Citronella Summer Blend: Sunscreen for the Sensitive Types
Today will officially be the hottest day of the year here in metro Phoenix. Yipee. For those of you who don’t live here, imagine shoving your face in front of an iron-hot oven. And then imagine trying to breath. Urgh. The only saving grace of living smack in the middle of the hottest spot in […]
Glow Pro: Kerstin Florian Sunless Tan
I am no stranger to self-tanners. I literally get cranky if I don’t have a little faux glow going on. It’s possible I’m addicted. Be that as it may, when a new self-tanning product walks into my life, I embrace it with open (pale) arms. Enter the new self-tanner from the venerable spa line, Kerstin […]
