Movie star fashion
As the saying goes movies parallel life; however fashion parallels the movies, with
the example of the trendy boot and tiny skirt popularized in Bridget Joness Diary.
These and other must-haves for Fall 2001 include:
Knit sweaters. Handmade-looking knit sweaters and turtlenecks are this seasons
casual wear.
Fur accents. Although big in recent years, fur accents have reached the pinnacle this
fall, not only as outerwear but accents on collars and cuffs as well.
Leather garments. Always a beloved texture, leather does come with rulesthough
available in the form of pants, skirts, jackets and turtlenecks; wear only one wardrobe
piece of leather at a time.
Pencil pants. The long and lean look is in, and can only be improved when accompanied with
a pair of stiletto boots.
A-line and pencil skirts. Classic and fashionable for a variety of reasons. A-line skirts
flatter almost any figure and they can be combined with almost anything.
Boots. Leather boots are this seasons shoe of choice, but all styles and shapes are
acceptable, including flats, wedges, stilettos, ankle and knee-highs, and pointy, round
and even square toes.
Did you know
Exercise improves your complexion and is healthy for your skin; aerobic exercise in
particular increases circulation, oxygenates the blood and strengthens the body.
Man handling
For men with particularly dry and rough hand textures, an at-home care regimen should be
followed between spa treatments. Easy daily solutions include the even application of a
glycerin-based body cream to moisturize, aloe barbadensis gel for hydration and lactic
acid to gently exfoliate. For hi-weekly care, a sea salt glow in olive oil and beta
hydroxy acid can be used. It also is important to remember that there is no difference
between the skin on the hands and skin found elsewhere on the body; therefore, sunscreen
should be applied to hands as well as the face before heading outside, even when driving.
Ask your skin care professional for recommended products to optimize hand and facial
treatments at the spa.
UNWRAPPED SECRETS
A wrap is one of he most Valuable able tools used in spa treatments due to its versatility
and extensive application potential, making it almost mandatory. With the variety of wraps
out there it is important to understand what purpose they serve to find the one that
serves your needs best. Wraps can offer the body:
Detoxification. The body produces metabolic waste products that are toxic to the body and
must be eliminated. Specific wraps are designed to improve elimination, the results of
which include corrected kidney, digestive, lung and skin functions.
Remineralization. The body requires minerals. Using products such as fango, seaweed and
other ingredients, minerals can be added effectively though the use of wraps.
Relaxation. Depending on the type of wrap, there are essential oils, as well as wrapping
techniques, that can he used to derive a relaxed atmosphere.
Tonification. The desire of toning and firming of the body is on the rise; used in
conjunction with exercise and nutrition, these wraps can greatly improve sagging skin by
adding amino acids that produce proteins such as elastin and collagen in the skin.
Hydration. Wraps are very effective in hydrating the skin for an impressive rejuvenated
appearance.
cellulite treatment Cellulite is the result of water retention and poor elimination of
metabolic wastes. A wrap including essential oils can be capable of reducing this
unsightly condition.
Weight control Generally not recommended as a sole method for weight control, wraps can be
a rather helpful part of an overall weight reduction program.
Check the spa menu for your favorites and discuss the options with your skin care
professional.
Smoked skin
The results of a study by dermatologists recently appeared in the Lancet, indicating that
smoking activates the genes responsible for the skin enzymes that break down collagen in
the skin, causing it to sag and wrinkle. Also found was that in comparison to non-smokers,
smokers have on average more wrinkles and a tendency toward a grayish color. In addition,
the aging process for non-smokers will start to show its telltale signs of wrinkles around
the mouth and eyes somewhere around early 30s. Discuss other lifestyle changes with your
skin care professional that can help evade the early signs of aging.
A 200-year-old Japanese therapy derived from Buddhist practices, Reiki is a 21
pressure-point remedy based on a life force energy that balances the immune system
and its healing ability. Practitioners believe that by placing hands on a clients
face, stomach or neck, a flow of energy can dissolve blockages that lead to illness,
imbalance and stress. Energy from the body moves to the hands, giving the skin a
crimson, warmed appearance, increasing circulation and ridding the body of toxins. Reiki
might be used during a facial or body wrap to help calm you, and for those who are
concerned about modesty the process can be applied while frilly dressed. Discuss
options or referrals for this and other rejuvenating services with your skin care
professional.