Portofino Sun Spa

Sep 07, 06 Portofino Sun Spa

Posted by Claire Devereaux in Pretty, Relaxin'

Have you ever wondered how everyone in LA looks so healthy and tan yet they spend no time in the sun? Have you looked at Charlise Theron on the red carpet and thought “how does she get that bronzed glow?” Well ask no more! I have discovered the stars secret place for that perfect tan and there isn’t a beach...

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Ole Henriksen Spa

Aug 19, 05 Ole Henriksen Spa

Posted by Alex Beauchamp in Pretty, Relaxin'

Traffic wasn’t the only congested thing around here and so a trip to Ole Henriksen for a facial was in order. I first discovered Ole’s Danish spa a month ago when, after several months of living out of a suitcase and moving far too many times, I went in for a day of beauty – bath, scrub, massage and facial. I came...

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Santa Monica Pacific Palisades Park

May 13, 05 Santa Monica Pacific Palisades Park

Posted by Alex Beauchamp in Active, Relaxin', Thrifty

People flock to Palisades Park, whether it’s to take an afternoon jog, push a baby-stroller or sit on a bench and watch the sun move across the sky (leave your bikes at home, girls – biking is prohibited). For me, it is the best cheap date: Buy a couple of deli sandwiches and some drinks, find a secluded spot and soak up...

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The Massage Place

Where does a knotty girl on a budget go? To The Massage Place, of course. Be warned that this isn’t a spa; no warm tea, steam room or robes. But if you’re short on time and money, you can’t beat their one-hour massage for $44. (If you’re really short on time or money, try their $34 1/2hr massage). And after...

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