Friday, May 15, 2015

Murad Spa in El Segundo CA: best facial and spa experience ever

Hi ya Gorgeous!
TGIF!

One day left til #MayBreakthrough in Hollywood CA! So excited!


I arrived yesterday to start tying up loose ends and finish final details for the event and had the opportunity to enjoy the Murad Spa in El Segundo CA.

Talk about amazing! Perfect way to start my weekend and wrap up my birthday celebrations!

Special thank you to Ashley and the home team at Murad for providing this opportunity for me.


It started with me driving from home in Arizona to El Segundo-in torrential rain! Thank God for the rain, because both Arizona and California need it!

I was greeted warmly at the front desk and offered a beverage. Of course I picked the champagne to calm my frazzled nerves from the drive. If you don't want champagne, there is also infused water or warm tea to choose from.

There is a beautiful mix of retail to choose from and I actually picked up some candles and gifts for the team working the #MayBreakthrough event.

Rita, a stunning beauty came to get me for my spa experience. The proof is in the pudding, her skin is amazing and you can't tell her age due to her hydrated, plump, firm skin. It just glows!

The spa service room is a good size, has ocean sounds and soft music. Dim lighting for privacy and comfort as well as a generously  padded table to lie on with knee supports and foot warmers.

While drinking my champagne I filled out a skin assessment profile.

In the spa service room Rita went over my skin concerns, examined my skin  and then thoroughly explained what procedures and products she was using.

My facial was a series of steps to clean the skin followed by the necessary extractions, and then a warm parafin treatment on my hands while Rita did a thorough neck and scalp massage while my glycolic set to tingling and working on my face.


 The Murad Spa offers Youngblood cosmetics. Interesting, I have seen this product at a different spa in Arizona. I've not tried it yet, but I hear really good things. How about you? Have you used Youngblood cosmetics?

 I loved my trip to the Murad Spa in El Segundo, and after the session was over, Rita gave me a "prescription" of recommended Murad products to take the best care of my skin and help maintain the effects of the Resurgence facial I received.

 As I browsed the retail area, I saw many familiar products until I stumbled upon this hair serum? Hmm...I'm putting this on the "try" and "test" list!
 Overall, my experience was flawless and I look forward to returning for Rita's recommended IWR facial. Stay tuned for that. In the meantime book a spa treatment for you at the Murad Spa here.


Then there is this wee video clip with my no makeup face that has been freshly cleansed by Rita. Oy. My eyes are so red from driving fatigue and being up too late Wednesday night and too early on Thursday morning.

It's worth it though!

See you in Hollywood!




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Thursday, May 14, 2015

How to cover grey quickly: Touchback has you covered

 Hi ya Gorgeous!

Honk honk! I'm en route to California for the #MayBreakthrough event in Hollywood. I'm SO excited!
If you need a ticket, today is the last day of the giveaway:
http://makeupuniversity.blogspot.com/2015/05/maybreakthrough-webstream-and-free.html


Now let's talk Touchback and all of their fun products to keep your grey hair at bay in a hurry!

 There is a marker...and it's an Allure beauty award winner.
 There is a shampoo and conditioner to put on a fresh coat of temporary color to make haircolor look new and hide some greys!

There are many choices in application: from a wand to a marker


 I have tested them both and find the wand gives more color, but the marker has more control.

 See for yourself here-this is me putting the wand of color on.
 And this is the results.

 Now this is me putting the  marker on while using the scalp guard.

 You can see the results here of the marker on one side and the wand on the other. What do you think?
 The Touchback Quik marker comes in a blonde shade too! To get some today, please visit CVS, Walgreens or Duane Reade.
Get some online  here!
Remember: you are beautiful! Thank you for visiting the blog and check back for promotions and beauty giveaways!

Wednesday, May 13, 2015

Murad Travel Essentials: just the right size for a grab 'n' go trip! TSA approved!

 Hello Gorgeous!
Oh happy day! It's my birthday. I love being able to chalk up another year of life. I'm excited about living a long time, learning more, experiencing new things, eating and tasting new foods and in general, just living out loud.

So as I celebrate today, with a kayak adventure down the Colorado River-I am also packing for the #MayBreakthrough event on Saturday in Hollywood CA!

So much joy in such a short amount of time. It's like a life concentrate instead of orange juice concentrate!

Murad has the perfect jet set, on the go, fast skin fix for travel beauty in their new "passport to perfection" travel essentials!

All sizes are TSA approved and these 4 key skincare items come in a plastic pouch. Perfect for security screenings and travel!

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

No Ad skincare, suncare and keeping the budget from bustin' this summer!

Hi ya Gorgeous!
 I live in Arizona. In case you didn't know, it's rattlesnake season. This deadly green mohave rattlesnake was relaxing on the back porch area, just next to the bottom step.
Thank God for the family dog Beatrix and her barking to alert us. No one got bit, or hurt-but be aware-it's rattler season!


Tuesday. Time to get your game face on for this week! It's busy! Tomorrow is my birthday and then I travel to Hollywood for the #MayBreakthrough event! Woo hoo! So excited!

I have my bags packed, and one of the most important things in the suitcase is sunscreen!

No matter where you are going to travel to this summer, you need a good sunscreen. Even if you are just going to be around the house over the summer, you still need a good amount of sun protection.

If some brands you have seen are out of your price range and would bust the budget-consider No Ad!

Monday, May 11, 2015

Monday madness with Oil Essentials REPLENISH Argan & Wheat Germ

Hey Gorgeous!
You know I loves me some Monday! The Mother's Day celebrations and festivities are over, and now it's time to knuckle down and get ready for the #MayBreakthrough event in Hollywood on Saturday.
So excited! (Get your tickets here)

 This is Mancub and I on the London Bridge in Lake Havasu City after seeing the new Avengers movie. We liked it, though both agree there is a bit too much CGI effect. We went to see a movie, not watch a video game on the big screen.

 Then, as the Momma spoiling continued, I spent my Sunday morning Mother's Day celebrations with a home made meal of a favorite breakfast and mimosas! Lots of it!

 It sounds a bit like a braggard, but I am so loved! I'm watching church and having a mimosa and eating the best breakfast ever! Special thanks to the loves for taking such sweet care of me on Mother's Day!

Now, time to kick this Monday into high gear!

I'm using the Oil Essentials One Stop Beauty solution Replenish oil with argan and wheat germ to keep my slight stressed and possibly tired skin looking camera ready!



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