Solessence Giveaway Winner - Congrats, Jean!

Congratulations to Jean from Omaha, Nebraska for winning the Solessence Giveaway! Jean will receive a coconut Shea Gift Set.

And a big thank you to Colleen at Mommy Always Wins for hosting the giveaway.

VIP Inaugural Swag at the Mandarin Oriental

Rumor has it there are more Ralph Lauren goodies to be found. But look at the yummy chocolate. How festive!

The $175 Million Cosmetic Giveaway

I should have posted this yesterday but it just didn't seem like anyone would pay attention. Pesky little inauguration or something going on.

A class action settlement worth $175 million is available to everyone that purchased Department Store Cosmetics between May 29, 1994 through July 16, 2003. This is the outcome of suggested price fixing. It seems there was some merit to the case.

The following stores are participating in providing ONE free product from a select list. You will be required to fill out paperwork you have picked up your settlement:

The stores owned by the Retailer Defendants that will be participating in the settlement product distribution are the following:

Bergdorf Goodman, Bergner's, Bloomingdale's, Boston Store, Carson Pirie Scott, Dillard’s, Gottschalks, Herberger's, Macy's, Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Parisian, Saks Fifth Avenue, Younkers.

Products are available while supplies last, no rainchecks will be given. The distribution period will run from January 20 - January 27 or until all items are gone. Items may vary from store to store.

The following is a list of the Manufacturer Defendants and their products that will be distributed, while supplies last, through the stores listed above:

Boucheron (USA) Ltd.:

Femme Eau de Toilette (1 ounce/30 ml)


Chanel, Inc.:

Coco Mademoiselle body lotion (3.4 fluid oz)


Christian Dior Perfumes, Inc.:

J’Adore Eau de Parfum (15 ml)


Clarins U.S.A., Inc. (customers will have a choice of ONE of two products, while supplies last):

Clarins Energizing Morning Cream (30 ml) OR
Clarins Beauty Flash Bomb (30 ml)


Conopco, Inc. (distributed by Coty, Inc. on behalf of Conopco, Inc.) (customers will have a choice of ONE of three products, while supplies last):

Calvin Klein Euphoria Bath and Shower Crème (6.7 oz)

OR
Vera Wang Princess Body Polish (5 oz)

OR
Lovely Sarah Jessica Parker Shower Gel (6.7 oz)


The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (customers will have a choice of ONE of two products, while supplies last):

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair (15 ml/0.5 oz)

OR
Clinique Moisture Surge (30 ml/1 oz)


Guerlain, Inc.:
My Insolence Eau de Toilette (15 ml)


L’Oréal USA, Inc. (formerly known as Cosmair, Inc.) (customers will have a choice of ONE of eight products, while supplies last):

Lancôme UV Expert 20

OR
Lancôme Cils Design Pro Mascara

OR
Lancôme Fatale Mascara

OR
Lancôme Courbe Virtuose Mascara

OR
Lancôme Primordial Skin Defense

OR
Ralph Lauren Romance Shower Gel (6.7 oz.)

OR
Giorgio Armani ACM Shower Gel (6.7 oz)

OR
Lancôme Hypnôse Shower Gel


Parfums Givenchy, Inc.:
Very Irresistible Givenchy Eau de Toilette (15 ml)

Inauguration Day: Waiting for Parade

Alicia made it in time to hear Aretha and see the swearing in! Now they wait for him and the parade. And tonight...ohhhh...the BALL. Must feel like a dream.

Say Farewell to Bush

Local Plum Spa offers "Say Farewell to Bush" waxing discounts. In honor of, well, you know.

You can "rid yourself of unwanted fuzz" with the Presidential Transition savings, on services booked between 1/20-2/01/09.

Book by calling 414.224.1074 for 20% off all Waxing Services. Tell'em the Secret Service sent you.

Inauguration Day - The Lines

Thanks to Alicia P for the photos. Her time at the Mandarin Oriental for Obama's inauguration sounds like it has been nothing short of spectacular. Add on attendance at the Pearl Gala and Hawaiian Ball. Now, the wait. Security is apparently so tight, with so many people, there is a chance most will not get in on time. Crossing fingers you make it!

Celebrity sightings have been too numerous, as BET is also going on. Vanessa Williams ("My husband can sleep with a smile on his face!", Wyclef, Jay-Z, Beyonce & mom ("She is gorgeous!", etc.

This is the first time in memory an inauguration actually seems like a party.

Pedicab detour through Chinatown

Inauguration Day - Morning Rush

VIP Inauguration Swag at the Mandarin Oriental

Inaugural VIP guests at the Mandarin Oriental in Washington D.C. received luxury gray cashmere throws as gifts. Fab! Check here for the chocolates.

Inauguration Dress Dreams

One of these dresses is leaving White Plains, NY for Washington, DC...

My MAC 190 brush has bit the dust

My son is feeling artistic today. First he drew a pizza. Then he found inspiration with Sherman-Williams paint. After washing it off this is still what remains. Well, at least I got a good many years use first. Crazy kids.

Giveaway! Last two days

Visit Mommy Always Wins for a Solessence GIVEAWAY! Beat the winter "BLAHS"

MAC Hello Kitty collection revealed live -NOW

Join now to watch Sarah from Style It reveal MAC's new Hello Kitty collection: http://www.blogtv.com/People/StyleITOnline

10:30pm Central/11:30pm Eastern
January 14

Special Request: Inaugural Fashion Trends

Are you going to the Inauguration next week?

Staying at home with your finest on?

Please send your fashion choices to solessencenews at gmail.com and a little word about why you selected your ensemble. We'd love to feature you.

Today Only! Free Suave

Register on suave.com to receive a coupon for one (1) bottle of Suave Shampoo, Conditioner, Hair Spray, Styling Aid, BodyWash, or Body Lotion (good up to $3.00) by mail. Registration begins at 12:00:01 a.m. ET on January 14, 2009 and ends at 11:59:59 p.m. ET on January 14, 2009. Open to all legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia, age 18 years or older. Limit one coupon per household. Coupons will be mailed 2 - 4 weeks after registration close and can be redeemed through February 28, 2009.

The $120 Mascara - Latisse

Last year the spa industry was abuzz as reps began whispering about the new Latisse mascara, set to release this year. At $120 for a tube, it would do away with the need for regular mascara, even extensions! How you ask?

Latisse promises more than a cosmetic enhancing via dark clumps. Released by Allergan, Latisse is a wearable formulation of Lumigan, a drug that is used to treat glaucoma. What was dished as we sat on our comfy cushions was that the doctor who developed the drops discovered his patients were reporting lash growth. A little creative thinking led to the new cosmetic enhancement.

Reps, male and female, in fact WERE sporting longer eye locks. At each monthly visit there was noticeable growth. One had a natural, moderate length that ended up growing to the point they were touching his face. He claimed he had to trim them down. Another female spoke of constantly being asked if her lush lashes were real or not.


As you can imagine, there are side effects to consider. Red, itchy eyes, changes in eyelid pigmentation and change of eye color are possibilities listed in this New York Times article.

And what of other benefits? It was rumored that this could work on eyebrows, but of course the joking reference was on balding. "Unfortunately, it doesn't work on the scalp", was the response. "If it did, I'd be a millionaire many times over".

Although the article suggests doctors will primarily be dispensing this product, based on the info I was privy to last year, you can bet you will see this popping up in spas and medical spas if allowed. This is an affordable luxury treatment.

Have you experienced Latisse as a tester? Would you use $120 medical mascara? Let me know your thoughts!

Shoe Mad

This one is for you Anna! Forward to 1:27-2:16

Catch all three segments for shoe laughs.

Have you ever forced yourself into a pair?

Golden Globes - Biggest throwback

I love everything Drew Barrymore. She must have participated in #80sphotoday on Twitter, because that was the heyday for the 'do she was sporting. The ala Angie Dickenson was a little bit of a mismatch with her elegant gown, but she still gets props for being daring. Her dark red clutch and eye-popping ring complimented the ensemble.

Are those druzy earrings?


(photos via JustJared because sadly, I couldn't make it)

Beautiful Opportunities: Angel Food Ministries

With unemployment at 7.5%, a lot people who were givers last year are struggling with the realization they need a bit of assistance themselves. It is pretty evident that participation in the down economy is not an opt-in. We know about food banks and stamps, but there is another resource available to assist with the grocery bill.

Enter Angel Food Ministries. Founded in 1994 by Pastors Wingo, this nationwide network based in Georgia "provides food to more than 500,000 families each month" for a reasonable sum of $30.

The ways you can participate:

Establish a new host site
Donate online
Contact local host site to purchase food

Sounds too good to be true, right? Is this food going bad? Goods you wouldn't give to your grandmother? No, merely food purchased in such big lots they are able to sell near wholesale prices. You can read all about it on the website, but even more convincing was word-of-mouth from a close friend who, after finding out the nearest delivery site was 30 minutes away, eventually set up a host site in her hometown. Laurie's experience went like this:

- We first ordered a box to test things out, and inquired about becoming a Host site. Pleased to find a lot of meat, and good variety of vegetables and fruit.

- We ordered two more months to be sure that we could see a consistency in variety offered, and the types of products available. We were very impressed.

- We applied for our church to become a Host site in July, and were approved to begin taking orders. November was our first month to distribute. We had 49 regular boxes, 13 senior boxes and several special grill boxes for a total of 94 orders! December was 90 regular boxes, 16 senior, and with specials, came to a total of 96.

We find that it is a great way to help us with our groceries, with my husband being in nursing school FT! A regular box is $30 (which purchased at the grocery store would normally retail between $60 to $80 dollars) and feeds us for about two weeks. We have also seen it as a great opportunity to be able to be of help to a neighbor or a friend that may be struggling at this time or to a single parent trying to provide for their family. The AFM motto: "It isn't a hand out, it is a hand up," was what made the difference for us and we have now seen it firsthand.

Purchases are made through local host sites which you can search on the site. You must pick up - there is no delivery. You can buy as many bags as you like. The only option lacking at this time is vegetarian. Anyone can buy - and food stamps are also accepted.

In Milwaukee I was surprised to find only one location, and a second in Kenosha. This is a service that would benefit many in greater Milwaukee. I've requested information on requirements to host and encourage anyone who is interested to fill out the online form. Spread the news and donate, host or order as you see fit!

If you've had experience with Angel Food Ministries, please share with us in the comments.

Hair Apparent: Clairol nice'neasy root touch up

Okay, I admit it. Back in the day I liked to mix things up with the crowning glory. I never went so crazy as to be all Manic Panic, but I had a thing or two for henna, and just a lot of different boxed color over the years (we will deny the plat blond period - a look my sisters can somehow pull off - because there wasn't even a movie role to justify such crazy choices). Anyhoo, the love for color accelerated when, around the tender age of 22 I began to get the gray strays. While annoying, nothing, and I mean nothing, prepares you for root rot. When you start getting that silvery patch at the temples and you aren't Anderson Cooper, life just gets a little less pretty. I envy silver foxes, and I will never be one.

Enter maintenance phase. Imagine this new cycle: Color. 2 weeks roots. Color. 2 weeks later roots. Color. (you get the picture). That's a lot of chemical going on. Not to mention seriously drying your hair out. So when I saw Clairol's nice'n easy root touch up it jumped out for two reasons:



1) A way to avoid the salon to save on process and damage
2) A way to save $$$

Here is the thing. This is the second time I've tried this method. It promises 100% gray coverage in 10 minutes. I have also used Clairol's Perfect 10 system (awesome). Root touch up falls short for one main reason:

Formula Amount - too little. I realize this is a root touch up, but if you have grays,this just is not enough. They need to double the portion. You are asked to touch up the area of your desired hairstyle. The formula doesn't seem to stick even after keeping on the recommended 15 minutes.

On the plus side: If you don't have massive root exposure, this touch-up does seem to blend in well with existing color (I used Dark Brown).

Unfortunately, this is no bargain. My roots will have to be conquered with Perfect 10, which is triple the price. I'm not about to go granny yet.

Have you tried this product? Let me know your experience in the comments. Photos welcome.

Unsung Heroes: Sally Hansen Natural Shine

Unsung Heroes is a place to discuss products that may miss out on glamorous promotions, but deliver on their promises.





We've all been there: No chance to get to the manicurist, yet a swipe of remover is leaving the nails dull and drab. You've got minutes to get to your appointment/interview/wedding and the last thing you need is ragged hands. What miracle, save a 10 minute buffing and oil, will do the trick?

Sally Hansen Natural Shine Instant Nail Finish

This product brushes on like any polish, but lacks the heavy and super shiny finish of a top coat. It is available in clear and light tint. It dries almost instantly to a smooth, soft shine, so even if neglect is not your excuse, you can wear a very natural look with little effort. It may even work for the metrosexual who likes to keep his digits well groomed.

Sally Hansen Natural Shine Instant Nail Finish claims to be free of "toluene, DBP (dibutyl phthalate) and formaldehyde" (if you read the print it is actually "added" formaldehyde), and shows the company is keeping up with the times and avoiding known toxins. It wears off evenly, avoiding the chipped look even clear topcoat can cause. It does require nail polish remover for complete removal.

I discovered this gem at Walgreens, and the convenience and ease of use is a bargain under $5. You'll never worry about your nails again. Go forth and go natural!

Have you tried this product? Let me know your experience in the comments. Photos welcome.

Happy New Year!

Welcome 2009 - we've been waiting for you.

Right now, enjoy a little Green Bay Beauty to nurse the hangover:

Solessence mentioned in 12 Days of Beauty Gift Guide

Lianne Farbes, aka the acclaimed theMakeUpGirl beauty blog, recommended Solessence Shea lotion, saying it was "FABULOUS", "Ultra Moisturizing" and "Natural" as part of her 12 Days of Beauty Christmas Guide. Thanks Lianne!

2008 Holiday - Green Beauty

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On a Break

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Happy Halloween (What's the Password)

@Jennaddenda teaches the Incredible Hulk the etiquette of candy hoarding.

Feelin' the Love Fridays

"I strayed and tried another scrub, but seriously, yours is the best I have ever used!"

~ Milwaukee, WI

"Subjected to alternate lotion in the interim. Now freaked out since learning contents contained MANY toxic chemicals. Look forward to your beautiful (safe!) lotion again. Happy day! :)"

~ New York, New York

You have some very lovely products!

~ Missouri

Dancing for the Stars...and Stripes

One way to avoid hanging chads...

Selling Snake Oil in the Year of the Rat

2008 is the year for the animal kingdom and beauty. Working dogs are so passe. This time around we see the rise of the fish pedicure, and now the snake massage.

Located in Israel, Barak's Snake Spa features a variety of the cold-blooded creatures, including Corn and King snake. Using their winding ways across belly, face and limbs, the snakes "knead" out tension - which may or may not have been created by the treatment itself.

It actually looks intriguing, especially when you see the little guys in action.


If you don't like doing it reptile style, Barak also offers the pitter-patter of rat & mice on the soles of feet. Wondering if one treatment feeds off of the other, if you get my drift...

Basses Corn Maize: Live Aerial Preview Not Included

Every year for Halloween, Basse's throws some major festivities including pony & hay rides, farmer goodies, kids games and what is considered the best corn maize in Wisconsin. This year it is Thomas the Train (er, Tommy). All of this fun doesn't come cheap though - everything is ala carte, and each experience runs about $6 per person. My question is, how do we know the maize is really a train layout and not the result of some tractor sent on autopilot gone wild? Go forth and get lost.

Time for an intervention?

Way OT here, but on a walk today along the river/creek, we passed by the overflow, sewage, whatever this offshoot thing is.



Now, this probably happens every year, but it was the first year I noticed. My son and I peered over the edge to spy frogs we had seen in the past. The water level is very, very low, but was teeming with life. The waters rippled and splashed anytime we got close. Upon closer inspection, we could see groups of mouths breathing at the surface of the brackish water. Not a frog to be found, but lots of fish. All different kinds.

Live Calico types with whiskers (catfish?)





















Less fortunates (two total)
These were actually a good 6" long or so. Hard to tell if the same as the dark grey ones in water


And then a group that is really hard to discern due to the dark waters. If you've got a bead on the types of fish these might be, would love to hear your guesses.

The river is a bit fast moving at the moment. Even the lone female mallard was having a hard time with the current. Would it do any good to scoop these guys up? Pray for rain? Leave them to fate? What say you to this?

Chances are...

We've been excited to have a few customers from the Wieden + Kennedy firm, which creates amazing ads. This one is no exception. I think everyone likes to reflect on life paths, how/when they intersect with others. Just a cool piece.

Thanks to badbanana for the original post.

Blog Action Day - Poverty - Thembalethu

The Hummingbird Project was started to help support groups in moving beyond surviving, to thriving. The main focus has been to raise monies for Thembalethu Welfare Society, a registered non-profit in Harding-Natal, South Africa. When we first came to the location, during apartheid, children were living in the forests, eating feces. The basics of having a roof over their head have lead to children growing up nourished, protected, and guided to becoming productive members of society.

Thembalethu is currently in need of hiring a person to head up the organization for minimum 3 years. There is the capability of a running brick making factory on site for revenue, along with the farm vegetables. I would love to hear from people with experience in hydroponics, as there is a river running through the property. Read more here about an inspiring Zulu couple.

Money, shoes, and school uniforms are needed. Of course, if you are interested in relocating to this beautiful, remote spot, and have the skills to run an orphanage/school/farm...this could be the position for you.


This 'hill' contains 40,000 bricks made from the local soil. It happens to be prime brickmaking mud. The bricks are fashioned in this circular, beehive style, and a fire is lit in the center. Mud is caked to the outside to retain heat. After two weeks, the fire has cured the mud, and the pyre is dissssembled. The bricks closest to the center come out blue/black and are very, very hard. These are used for exteriors. A working factory is laid out but not fully functional. This could be a source of revenue for the home.


Back in the day - separate bathrooms, phone booths, sidewalks...


A Xhosa child 'waxes' the floor with cow dung.


Keep South Africa Tidy!


The producers of said wax buildup.

Glad I held off on the iphone.

Wanna see what I got?

Just because

An Experiment in Purse sizes

Recently you gave advice to go for the big purse look. Here it goes, be kind:

I am having trouble getting over the fact that it looks like an oversized coin purse. I don't know why I didn't notice that before. It is a Big Buddah, and I can basically carry a laptop if it was more reinforced.


Here is my favorite size, and purse, of all time: Elliott Lucca


So, big purse veterans...what do you think? What are some of your favs?

Vogue, yuli style

MFW: Gilles Montezin to design for Kleinfeld

Kleinfeld Bridal, featured on TLC reality series "Say Yes To The Dress", has selected three designs from couture designer Gilles Montezin in their new lineup for the discerning bride-to-be.

Joining such notables as Monique Lhuillier and Reem Acra, Montezin is having a banner year, with creations in movies "Sex and the City" and upcoming "Confessions of a Shopaholic". As he is no virgin to screen time, we hope TLC will provide a little Montezin action as well!

Feelin' the Love Friday (customer raves)

"The product is just flying off the shelves, we can hardly keep up. We've got to get an order in!"
~ Well Spa

"Started the day off feeling amazing with @solessence. Everyone needs to buy these products. I am as soft as a new born baby. Thx @solessence 12:23 PM July 25, 2008 from web "

"Here I am ordering your lotion again, I just had to get my fix. Thanks for the amazing products."

"that body scrub is AMAZING!!!!! (I left a review on onmilwaukee and I will be buying some for my sisters too)
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!"


A huge thanks back...you make it all worthwhile.

Politics. Bedfellows. You know the drill.

See more funny videos at Funny or Die

Looking forward to a Good Time tonight...

Carp-e Digits: This ain't your mama's pedicure

To be honest, I feel a little sorry for the fish.





This new beauty find is currently exclusive to VA/DC.





http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,387302,00.html

Meet the Pets

I don't have a daughter, so I always refer to our girl dogs as my 'dogters'. Saatchi, a boxer at almost 9 years old, has been a little out of sorts lately. We go in for another round of tests, but it appears to be Cushings and/or a thyroid issue. She's doing great, although we've got late nights, but just wanted to share a little sweetness before the weekend. Please feel free to share your fur faces too.

What Other People Are Saying About Milwaukee

http://travel.latimes.com/articles/la-tr-milwaukee6-2008jul06

Come see the sights this fall during Milwaukee Fashion Week, starting October 3rd.

Wine, Women & Purses Wednesday - June 25

Please make plans to join us this Wednesday for a wonderful time of Wine, Women and Purses, a fundraiser for Gilda's Club. As part of the Pfister Well Spa offerings, Solessence will have a soap cutting table, where attendees may select from freshly made organic coconut milk, olive oil and shea butter soaps to take home. Please see following repost for more information:


Gilda's Club Hosts Wine Women and Purse Event
By Therese Novotny
ShorewoodNOW.com user
Posted: June 7, 2008
GILDA'S CLUB EVENT FEATURES FINE WINE, SPA TREATMENTS, BOUTIQUE PURSES

"Wine Women and Purses"at the Well Spa + Janice Salon inside the Pfister will be premier occasion

Gilda's Club Southeastern Wisconsin, a free cancer support community, will be hosting an "Evening of Wine, Women and Purses" on June 25, 2008 at the Well Spa + Janice Salon. The fundraising event will be held from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the spa and Café Rouge, both located inside Milwaukee's beautiful Pfister Hotel.

"We're thrilled to be hosting the event again with this year's venue being the Well Spa, the first and only private-suite spa and salon in Milwaukee," announced Ann Homstad, board member of Gilda's Club Southeastern Wisconsin. "The Well Spa takes health and wellness services to a new level and is a perfect fit for those of us who want to support Gilda's Club at this exciting fundraiser."

"We are equally excited that the event will feature a chef's station by Mason Street Grill. Guests will also sample delicious hors d'oeuvres and delectable desserts," said Homstad. In addition, wines from around the world will complement the variety of fine desserts and food.

The evening event will feature a silent auction and raffle to showcase an assortment of unique purses and accessories, live entertainment by Veronica Guerra, bags from the specialty boutique, B'Lou, designer and vintage purses, and a Well Spa interactive tour. Proceeds will benefit Gilda's Club Southeastern Wisconsin.

The Well Spa interactive tour will offer demonstrations and information on mineral makeup application, facials, body treatment, chair massages, skin analysis, and hair and eyelash extensions. In addition, each attendee will receive a gift bag and $25 gift card to the Well Spa + Janice Salon. 10% of Wells spa retail sales will benefit Gilda's Club. Purses will be available from B'Lou, with 15% of retail sales benefiting Gilda's Club.

Tickets are $50 per person, and you receive a $25 gift card to Well Spa with purchase. For information or to make reservations, call Emily at 414-962-8201 x. 102 or visit www.gildasclubsewi.org.

ABOUT GILDA'S CLUB

The mission of Gilda's Club Southeastern Wisconsin is a community where men, women and children living with cancer, along with their family and friends, join with others to build emotional and social support. A non-profit organization, Gilda's Club provides education, emotional support, social activities, all free of charge. The Gilda's Club clubhouse is located at 4050 N. Oakland Avenue in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

MSNBC The Scoop on Gilles Montezin & SATC brands

‘Sex and the City’ label rundown
by Courtney Hazlett


Attempting to list all of the brands that made an appearance in the “Sex and the City” movie is a daunting task, for sure. VF Daily was brave enough to dispatch two reporters to take careful notes of all the mentions the designers (among them, Louis Vuitton, which got nice play alongside Carrie’s assistant, Louise), services (such as Bag Borrow or Steal) and many more.

I’m compelled to add two more to the list: designer Gilles Montezin ((who is a Scoop friend, thanks to them loaning an amazing gown for the White House Correspondent’s dinner) and Beirn handbags, who not only scored prime placement in many of the SATC posters, but took center stage in the film, too. Kudos to some of these less-flashy brands for breaking into a very elite group.

Full article here

Take a quick dip, while supplies last...

Two thumbs up for one of the most creative angles ever taken in advertising!

Our first review in from Pfister

Very cool to be Tweeted, but we also got an email:

"I have to tell you all the product in the new spa boutique looks soo good and it makes it smell sooo yummy in here! Have you seen it yet? If not you have to stop by."

Thanks so much for letting us know! We are excited the likes of Johnny Depp will possibly inhale as he passes by ;)

3xs the charm

So the supposed snafu over SJP's NY dress for SATC was that it had been worn two times before by two other women. True, a fashionista would normally cringe at comparisons, but truth be told, all three wore the frock rather elegantly, and the press only seems to have heightened the experience with a fashion controversy. This brand always deliver, on or off screen.

Update for Pfister Well Spa Lifestyle

(above video: new Lifestyle store to the left on opening shot)The doors are open...but it is a soft opening. The arrival of remaining furniture and wall racks will complete this new space. Sunday there was much unpacking of Solessence and more by the spa staff:

And spa director Mary showed off her new extensions! I wish I had a before photo of her, but I tried to capture the 'highlights' that were woven in. It was so artful and natural I thought she had changed her hair color. All done through Cinderella hair, a service offered at the Janice Salon in the Well Spa. A little background on Cinderella Hair:

According to Mary, the Cinderella system starts as "...virgin hair from India, rarely seeing sunlight because it is covered, washed in rainwater, and blessed during the marriage ceremony. During the wedding, the husband cuts off the ponytail, which is sold and goes to support the new family." Not only is the background a beautiful story, but it was amazing what could be done without actually undergoing a dye process. Mary had 800 pieces to add length and color, but the beauty of the system is that you can add any number to get a small pop of color or subtle highlights. Luvs!

Keep on the lookout for more amazing changes at the Well Spa.