Welcome to my blog! I write this blog to share my passion and love about all things related to skin care. I am always researching new ingredients and skin care lines, the current massage and facial trends in the spa and wellness industry and to answer the questions that keep coming up in the treatment room.
It’s the battle of the ages: the foam roller vs. Yamuna Body Rolling (YBR). Both help to realign, tone and stretch the body. Both help to reduce pain. And both have been used by health enthusiasts as self-massage exercises for over a decade. If YBR and the foam roller have so many similar uses and […]
As part of the Decade by Decade series, we’ve already talked about the skin aging process as well as the best skincare for your 20’s. Now let’s talk about skincare for the 30’s! Your 30’s are where you really know yourself. You’ve already started your career and family, and things are really blossoming. It’s such […]
The 20’s can be a tumultuous time. It’s when you’re in college figuring out who you want to be and what you want to do. You start first jobs, first serious relationships and first serious heart breaks. It’s also a period of transitioning from childhood to adulthood. And all this can show up on your […]
Everyone wants to keep their skin youthful and vibrant for as long as possible. Is there a trick to it? Some kind of miracle formula? Not exactly, but there are ways to protect and nurture the skin to keep it healthy, radiant and avoid premature aging. This will be a 5-part blog series about the […]
Join me in a new kind of stretching experience in Aspen: Yamuna body rolling. I love that I am able to help my guests relieve pain or tension after each massage, but I know that sometimes they have chronic symptoms and that their discomfort will eventually return. To give my clients help for the long-term, […]
Let me share with you one of my (not so) secret products that I use in the Head in the Clouds Cannabis Massage: the Apothecanna Extra Strength Pain Creme. If you want to take a little Heaven on Earth home with you, this item is your best shot. It is one of my favorite products […]
College student skincare can be a bit of a travesty. Many of us move from home for the first time and don’t take care of ourselves or our skin the way we should. In my experience, it’s also an awkward age for skincare. On one hand, I want to protect my skin from aging. On […]
If you’re an avid sun and tan worshipper—I know I was for many years—let me tell you that sun care and skincare go hand-in-hand. Living in Hawaii taught me first hand the damages of sun bathing. Not to mention, Aspen’s high altitude also makes sunburn and damage a real threat. Sun damage can cause sun […]
Why shell out the cash for a professional facial when you can just do it yourself? As homemade facials have gained popularity, this question is one that I’m sure some of us have asked. But as far as effectiveness, usefulness, and safety go, there are some things you just can’t DIY. I talked in my […]
Would you believe me if I told you that it’s possible to get anti-aging results similar to Botox with just a few products? The Rejuvenate 3 Step Layering Set from Intraceuticals provides just that. It’s the minimalist approach to skincare that you’ve been waiting for. Last month I watched Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important […]
Matt ThompsonHave you experienced the Pila Effect? Pila’s massage and facials are a one of a kind experience. She has a true gift in her art and is able to attune to my body and its needs while putting me in a deep state of relaxation. She is also keeps on the cusp of new trends such as with her cannabis massage. I have had 4 back surgeries and after using her extra strength cannabis creme at home and allow me to get through my day without any pain. Once you’ve experienced one of her massages or facials you will understand the Pila Effect.
Ally Ford Houston, TXThanks for your amazing facials! You have such a great touch; heavenly massage along with facial. Loved the products you used and the ones I took home.
