With the summer solstice just days away, our thoughts turn toward traveling. Maybe for just a long weekend, or perhaps an extended holiday. No matter how long you’ll be away from home, an enjoyable trip requires having your tried-and-true favorites with you. Creature comforts that suit your style and ground you, even in faraway places, make travel more memorable. There’s only one problem … packing! Here are some of our favorite packing pointers from the pros: 1. Make a List Even seasoned travelers forget things on occasion, and you don’t want to be searching for the right shampoo in an...

No matter how old they get, guys will always love their toys. Grills, mowers, sound systems – you name it. Boys will be boys. But just because their propensity for youthful antics happens to be a common trait all men share doesn’t mean every dad in the world is a carbon copy. In fact, there’s a lot of variation to the male experience. This Father’s Day, don’t get your dad the same old toys. Spice things up a bit with something new. You might be surprised at the response! In this blog, we’ll walk through a handful of different personality...

Summer Haircare Tips and Tricks That Can Keep Your Locks Looking Lovely All Season Long Getting outside in the sunshine and fresh air is something we all look forward to after a long winter trapped indoors. Whether you head to the beach or the lake or simply spend more time playing outdoors, your hair can literally bake in the sun. Luckily, there are several things you can do to ensure your mane looks marvelous all summer long. Get Off to a Good Start It can be tempting to let your hair grow during the summer, but fragile tips and split...

--------- Have you ever wished that you had an owner’s manual for your body? Sometimes, it’s difficult to know how to handle even everyday needs, like properly caring for your hair. A lot of things can factor into your scalp’s condition, and sometimes the logical remedy actually makes the problem worse. If your scalp is crying out for help, here are some quick tips to give it the love and attention it deserves. 1. Avoid Washing Your Hair Too Often When your hair is oily, you may be inclined to wash it frequently. Instinctively, it sounds like a good idea,...

From scalp to ends, your hair’s health has a lot to do with the brush you’re using. The right boar bristle brush can change not just your styling efforts but the quality of your hair as a whole. A Healthy Scalp Grows Healthier Hair You’ve heard the old phrase, “You are what you eat.” Well, your scalp is responsible for producing hair, and if the follicles are clogged, you may suffer from itchiness, poor blood circulation, and slowed growth. Boar bristles stimulate blood circulation in the scalp, which encourages new hair growth, while whisking away dirt, oil, and dead skin...

How well do you know your mom? If you’re like most of us, chances are you think you understand the woman who raised you pretty well. But you might only know her as a parent – not as a person. It’s time to gain a better understanding of the most important woman in your life. And we can help! This Mother’s Day, don’t settle for the typical beauty supplies on every retail shelf in America. Instead, gift your mom something unforgettable. Treat her to a self-care product that’s all her own, using our list of 8 different personality types below....

Green tea – it’s one of the healthiest drinks on the planet. So healthy, in fact, that it has been used as a traditional herbal Chinese remedy for hundreds of years. This super beverage is full of immunity boosting qualities, many of which has dramatic effects on your health, your mood, and even the overall quality of your skin. Here are what we consider to be the top 10 benefits of Green tea… 1.             It can reduce pain, swelling and inflammation. 2.             It can help reduce the risk of harmful diseases, such as cancer. 3.             It can lessen the chances of cardiovascular illness....

Have you ever noticed that certain scents or smells give you an instant sense of happiness or remind you of a specific moment in time? Well, that is because our mental state is often influenced by the olfactory experiences around us. The close relationship between scents, memories and emotions is possible thanks to the hippocampus, one of the most studied parts of the human brain thought to be responsible for storing memories and processing emotions. For example, when we perceive a familiar scent like fresh baked cookies, it may trigger memories of happy childhood times with grandparents and immediately bring...

An unhealthy diet can have adverse effects on your metabolism and hinder your body’s ability to eliminate unhealthy toxins which can in turn trigger the unwanted side effect of bad skin. So, read ahead for 5 easy diet tips that can help improve your overall skin from the inside out.  Shirk sugar to axe acne Eat: Omega-3-rich fish (salmon and sardines), colorful fruits and vegetables. Avoid: Insulin-spiking sweets and processed white-flour foods. “Elevated insulin affects the sebaceous oil glands in ways that can contribute to acne,” says Valori Treloar, MD, dermatologist and co-author of The Clear Skin Diet (Cumberland House,...

Haircare is a multifaceted endeavor. Everything from the way it is cut to the way it is maintained play a role in its long-term health and beauty. And it does not just start and stop with a routine trip to the salon. Your at-home routine matters just as much as upkeep by your beautician. Today, we are talking about your hairbrush because believe it or not, your hairbrush choice can help make or break your hair, so here are the top 8 reasons why you need a high-quality hairbrush: 1. A good brush helps you maintain and spread healthy nutrients…...