06.27.07 Newsletter

There's nothing like a wizard of a facialist to help turn a dull, spotty complexion into a buffed and dewy masterpiece, but for those times when a) she's booked, or b) you're just not up for the torture, er, um, extraction portion of the ritual, Astara's Blue Flame Purification Mask can work wonders.

Made from highly active natural ingredients and organically grown plant sources, the Blue Flame's speciality is the ability to really zap blemishes by extracting and purifying pores.

Use this at night before going to bed, and be prepared to see a new glowing person (yep -- that's you!) in the morning. For serious blemish combat, dab a little on the enemy before going to bed and leave on overnight.

Blue Flame Purification Mask

A true natural desert oasis in the Desert Hot Springs region of Southern California, Two Bunch Palms Resort & Spa is a perfect escape.

In addition to the property's namesake gorgeous palm trees and lush setting, guests flock to Two Bunch mainly for the resort's natural hot mineral springs (one of the few without the familiar pungent sulfur aroma), mud baths, watsu, and other rejuvenating spa treatments.

The weekend of July 13th-15th, the resort hosts "Go with the Flow," an introduction to Ayurveda retreat. Led by Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist Holly Padove and Ayurvedic Chef Patti Garland, the holistic program is a great introduction to Ayurvedic principles, with daily workshops, delicious meals, meditation, hiking, and yoga.

Two Bunch Palms - Ayurveda Retreat