Warm weather is here and little piggies everywhere and revealing themselves for the first time in months! As women bravely strap on their gladiator sandals and opened toed heels for the first few times, they may be taking a look at their feet and saying, maybe I should have splurged for that pedicure after all!

With the economy struggling and more women forgoing their weekly manis and pedis, at-home spa treatments are quickly gaining popularity. What was once thought of as a teenage bonding experience is now a necessity for professional women everywhere who want to keep their feet looking attractive all summer long.

According to Dr. Oliver Zong, a top podiatrist based in New York City, “at-home pedicures are a great option not only for women who want to save on money, but also people who want to avoid potentially dangerous conditions at their local spa.” Dr. Zong has some simple tips to help you keep your feet looking great all summer long!

Dr. Zong’s Tips for a Healthy Home Spa Experience

• Bacteria can flourish in dark, wet places, such as a bathroom medicine cabinet. Be sure to sanitize your nail clippers by soaking them in boiling water and wiping them down with rubbing alcohol every few weeks
• Say NO to self-surgery! Anything that hurts, such as removing deep-set ingrown toenails, will cause more damage than good. If you have a painful nail, see a doctor right away
• Check expiration dates for beauty products like scrubs, lotions, or soaks. Open containers that sit around for a long time unused can collect bacteria and easily infect cuts in your feet – including blisters
• Use simple Epsom salt and warm water to relieve and revive tired feet. It often has similar properties as fancy spa soaks but can cost several dollars less at a drug store
• Give your toes time to breath. Nails are their healthiest when they are exposed to air and water. When changing nail polish colors, check nails to make sure they are not discolored – this is a classic sign of toenail fungus and can go unnoticed if nails are always painted

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Siren of the Sea Hydrating and Brightening Seven-Piece Collection ($98 Value)
What it is:
A hydrating and brightening seven-piece collection.

What it does:
Bare Escentuals Siren of the Sea Hydrating and Brightening Seven-Piece Collection reflects the powerful, breathtaking beauty of the mythical mermaid—the “siren of the sea.” Create a high-shine, reflective effect that’s layered with cool, velvety depth like the ocean. The hydrating blush and hydrating finishing powder—both with water-encapsulated technology—deliver a cooling softness and natural color. Treat your lips to hydration, too, with the natural lipgloss. Dive in and immerse yourself in the sexy, glistening opulence that is 100% pure bareMinerals, and bring the beautiful temptation of mythical mermaids to modern day.

This set contains:
- 0.02 oz bareMinerals High Shine Sand Dune (gilded sand, high shine)
- 0.02 oz bareMinerals Mermaid Eyecolor (dark blue-green velvet)
- 0.02 oz bareMinerals Hydrating Coral Blush (coral dusk)
- 0.07 oz bareMinerals Hydrating Mineral Veil (brightening finish)
- 0.14 oz bareMinerals 100% Natural LipGloss in Chiffon (nude sand)
- Double-Ended Hydrate & Brighten Duo Brush with Custom Bamboo Handle
- Straw Clutch

This collection is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Synthetic Fragrances
- Synthetic Dyes
- Petro-Chemicals
- Phthalates

$49.00

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This time of year I’ve had such an issue with my allergies one of my major problems has been itchy, watery eyes.  I am so glad to have found something that soothes my eyes and doesn’t further irritate my allergies. Votre Vu’s Tout Le Monde is an amazing blue gel as soon as I apply it there is a cooling sensation. 

My favorite way to use it is as an eye masque I just put a generous dab on the skin jump in the bath and after about 15-20 minutes remove the excess gel and my eyes feel renewed again! 

Votre Vu TOUT LE MONDE Antioxidant Eye Gelée

ALL THE WORLD Antioxidant Eye Gel

A must for allergy prone, fatigued, overworked, under rested, puffy eyes everywhere. Enjoy the cooling and soothing effects of this fresh, transparent, aqua-blue moisturizing gel. Designed for the most expressive yet fragile part of the face, it hydrates, comforts, soothes and protects. Developed to improve the overall health, moisture level and quality of your skin, it firms, tones and tightens the entire eye area while reducing the depth of fine lines and wrinkles. Dark circles fade away into the sunset and puffiness deflates to reveal sleek, refreshed skin. It even helps make-up to stay put! With so many “super star” elements to mention, the formula list reads like a Who’s Who of Successful Ingredients.

$44.10 Votre Vu Tout Le Monde

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The star dishes on her beauty must-have’s to People Magazine!

Quelques Fleurs Eau de parfum spray

I’ve been wearing the same perfume since 7th grade!

Quelques Fleurs by Houbigant perfume was launched by the design house of Houbigant in 1912—and it is a true classic that has endured the test of time. The blend of soft, sensual florals uses more than 250 different raw materials and more than 15,000 flowers to create just one ounce of Quelques Fleurs eau de parfum. To this day it is still produced in Grasse, France, where Jean Francois Houbigant first created his perfumes in 1775. The succulent scent wrapped in a theme of sculptured petals in a frosted and clear French glass.

$95.00 – $170.00 – BUY IT HERE!

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Get that beautiful, summer glow – right at home!  Mystic Tan now offers this awesome kit – everything you need for that sun-kissed face!

Perfect Tan Kit – Face is a complete self-tanning kit developed especially for the face to ensure the most natural-looking results possible.

Mystic Tan Perfect Tan Kit Face™ utilizes built-in technology to help prevent unnatural-looking color development and common concerns associated with self-application.

What else you need to know:
The kit includes:
- 2.5 oz Mystic Tan Sunless Tanning Spray™
- 1.5 oz Mystic Tan Sunless Conditioning Complex Face™
- 1.5 oz Mystic Tan Shimmer Face™

$54.00 – BUY IT HERE!

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Question from Elaina in Grand Rapids:

I usually pay to have my hair dyed in a salon. Recently my husband was laid off, and we can’t afford things like salon trips anymore. My hair dresser has always told me not to dye my own hair, but I can’t avoid it any longer! Which brand of hair dye should I go with? Are there any that are better than the rest? Are there any I should really avoid? Thanks!

Answer from my hairdresser, Marci Wagner.  She’s been doing my hair for 5+ years, and I love her! If you live in the Portland, OR area – go see her, tell her I sent you!  She works at Bella Salon, in Beaverton, Oregon.

Hi Jocelyn,

So I would recommend first asking your stylist for your color formula he/she uses on you. Explain your situation and tell them you will be back as soon as you can but in the mean time you are trying to save money, she should give you your formula. Then go to a beauty supply store like Sally’s Beauty and they should be able to help you match your color formula. Another option is to try salons with apprentice programs. They are hairstylists that are already done with beauty school and are getting additional training and do services at a discounted rate.
Hopefully that helps!

~Marci

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apricots and cream

3-in-1 shower gel and utra-rich body lotion set

nourish your body and your spirit with philosophy’s apricots and cream 2-piece bath and body set. begin by lathering with apricots and cream high-foaming shampoo, shower gel and bubble bath 8 oz., which helps to gently cleanse and condition skin and hair. revitalize and replenish your skin with apricots and cream firming body emulsion 8 oz., an ultra-rich, super hydrating body lotion with antioxidant and firming properties. it’s the perfect way to maintain healthy skin from head to toe while giving your spirit a healthy boost with the fresh, sweet, blissful scent of apricots and cream.

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$24.00

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