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GNC Gets Soaked
GNC, a brand long-associated with building big bulky muscles for jocks, is exploring its softer side. Recently, the vitamin megastore released Wellbeing, a new line of health, beauty, and fitness products for women, including vitamins, supplements, and three new bath soaks ($15 each).
These dual-acting muscle soaks/bath scrubs contain mineral-rich salts from the Dead Sea, perfect for detoxification, exfoliation, and pre-self-tanning.
A Three-Ingredient Softening Scrub For Dishpan Hands
If you did a lot of cooking over the Thanksgiving holiday, I'm sure you did a lot of dishes. And if you did a lot of dishes, I'm sure your hands are feeling the effects. Even if you weren't scrubbing away, the cooler months often produce dry hands that need some extra TLC.
New Product Alert: InSpa Dead Sea Mineral Soaks
InSpa is a fast-growing chain of day spas popping up around the country, and the brand has two new bath products I'm ready to sink myself into right now: the Dead Sea Salt Moisturizing ($18) and Revitalizing ($18) Mineral Soaks. Dead Sea salts contain high concentrations of bromides, which are extremely therapeutic and known for their calming effects on muscles and joints.
You can purchase InSpa products online or at any of their eight spa locations on the West Coast.
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Is Simplehuman Trying to Get Me a BUI (Bathing Under the Influence)?
Have you ever just wanted to get blotto by yourself in the tub? Don't answer that question aloud, but in case you have, design company Simplehuman has a tub caddy ($69.99) that has room for a bowl of bath salts, a candle, and a glass of wine — for people who like to get the party started early. (Or relaxing.
Five Ways to Use Epsom Salts For Beauty
Last night, I was feeling under the weather so my mom recommended I take an epsom salt bath to help ease my achiness. I hadn't used epsom salts since the sprains and strains of my high school athletic career.
But I was hopeful that this old-timey cure would do the trick for my adult flu.
Coming Soon: Twilight Beauty
Twilight mania shows no signs of slowing down, and the merchandise tie-ins keep comin'. Riding on the success of Twilight perfume, the franchise is set to launch a nine-piece line of Twilight-themed beauty products in May. But here's the twist: Unlike other vamp paraphernalia, this collection is being marketed toward the post-teenage crowd.
DIY Treatment Recap: Seasons Change
Put some spring in your step with these DIY tips, just in time for the warmer weather on the horizon (I hope). From ways to beat the heat beforehand to treating effects afterward, check out these homegrown ideas just in time for some sunshine.
Sunburn SoothingMilk Bath
Aspirin VinegarHair Purifier
Strawberry SaltSkin Exfoliator
Essential OilSunscreen
Honey LemonHair Remover
Danger-FreeDeodorant
6 Eco-Friendly, Recession-Proof Beauty Tips
Going green is more than just a trend. It's a way of life. Being economical about spending?
Pampering Presents For Moms-to-Be
Even if your pregnant pal's pampering routine doesn't include waxing (like our brave babysugar), I'm betting she'll appreciate any excuse to be off her toes . . .
Product Review: The Sanctuary Salt Scrub Bar
There are so many bath and body products to choose from — sometimes it can just come down to the most pleasing aroma. Before I even opened The Sanctuary Salt Scrub Bar ($7), I could already smell amazing scents wafting out from under its plastic packaging. At that moment, I just knew I was going to like it.
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