The recent heat has got us hot and bothered. Keeping cool when temperatures reach record highs isn’t just about comfort. Dangerously high temperatures can result in heat-related illnesses ranging from heat cramps to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. The following tips via MedicineNet help you keep cool all summer long.
1. Alter your pattern [...]

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After a cosmetic counter employee tried to sell me no less than 14 face products in one sitting, I wondered, “what exactly is necessary for healthy skin?” I was relieved to find this article from Whole Living. With help from the experts, they came up with the five simple, key items and tips for glowing [...]

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How to shape eyebrows
Shaping eyebrows on your own can be a daunting task. This excellent vid from 5Min Life Viapedia helps demystify the process.
Still not convinced? Go visit these CRAVE city pros:
Austin: Angie at Blush Skincare
Chicago: Ignacia at Rogue Salon
San Fran: Kimberly at Evebrows to Die For
Seattle: Kim at Browlick Wax Studio
Vancouver: Natalie [...]

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Have you started taking out your shorts, swim suits and tank tops? Just as your wardrobe requires a Summertime makeover so does your skin care routine. Here are nine ways to rejuvenate your face and body and revamp your regimen.
1. Review your routine and switch as needed
Is your skin care routine appropriate for springtime? As [...]

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As Vancouver’s premiere lash lounge, Noir Lash Lounge is a perfect example where classy meets chic. Located in the heart of Yaletown, Joyce Cajucom, founder and owner, reveals her very own tips and tricks about starting her own business.
How did you come up with the concept of Noir?
Noir Lash Lounge was born out of my [...]

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We interviewed Chris Funk , style director at blo blow dry bar in Vancouver.
For a woman who only has 10 minutes to devote to her hair, what hair styling tips do you recommend?
A perfect pony! This style is ultra-modern, sleek, pretty and easy to do at home. To make this style seamless, make sure you [...]

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Maria Ross, the brand builder and marketing diva behind Red Slice LLC, recently gave us some hot tips on how to spend a fab day in San Francisco.
Guide to Chestnut Street via www.chestnutshop.com Chestnut Street is composed of an eclectic mix of shops, restaurants, coffee houses and services. While sophisticated in nature, the street has [...]

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Spoil your mother this Mother’s day by indulging with spa services, offered by our favorite spas. From Seattle to Austin, we have great deals for you and your mom to relax and pamper yourselves without breaking the bank.
Austin
Salon Intuitions is offering new customers 25% off services if they bring their mom in with them.
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Entrepreness, stylish Austin resident, and hot tipper Kerry Rupp of Holiday Golightly gave us the lowdown on how to spend a perfect girlfriend getaway day in her beloved city.
Guide to the SoCo ‘hood via Small Planet
It may be hard for visitors to Austin’s vibrant, creative and hip neighborhood known as SoCo to believe, but just [...]

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When it comes to your wedding, the difference is in the details. This three-part series will explore wedding photography, bridal hair and make-up, and catering services.
Megan Bingham is a talented Seattle-based entrepreness who owns a fabulous make-up and beauty company, Offwhite. She recently sat down to dish CRAVE-style, about her business and brides.
What [...]

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