East meets West, Plastic means Fantastic

Posted by Staff in California, Sundays Spa Report

Let’s just get one thing straight….I find Botox creepy.

According to wikipedia: Botulinum toxin (the scientific name for Botox) is a neurotoxic protein produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It is one of the most poisonous naturally occurring substances, and it is the most toxic protein.

For those that don’t want to look old but still don’t want to inject poison in their face, The Spa at the Beverly Hills Pennisula Hotel holds the key.  

In keeping with its focus on offering exclusive, organic and beneficial beauty treatments and products, they now offer Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation, a non-invasive cosmetic treatment that celebrities including Madonna and Gwyneth Paltrow have called “Better than Botox.”

Licensed Acupuncturist Elana Rosenberg, who earned a Masters in Acupuncture at the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in New York, administers the half-hour and one-hour treatments, which range from $225 to $300.

Based on procedures that were practiced by concubines of the Chinese Emperor in 916 A.D., Acupuncture Facial Rejuvenation involves the placement of tiny painless acupuncture needles at various points on the face, which stimulates blood flow, and collagen and elastin production.

So if you want the beauty without the toxins, click here

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Monkey Gland Sauce

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By Guest Author: Karen Seaman

If you’re planning to travel to South Africa for the next World Cup, don’t be thrown off if you see an odd reference to “Monkey Gland Sauce” on the menu at even some of the finest restaurants in Jo’burg and beyond.  Eating establishments commonly provide this BBQ-like condiment with the “game” you might be tempted to try before or after your safari (think impala, zebra, giraffe, kudu, and other exotic meats).  

Park for free

Posted by Staff in Eco Saturdays, North America

A little birdie over at The Fairmont Hotel in San Jose, told me that they have a new program that allows guest driving hybrids to park overnight for free.

After some research I discovered that many hotels in the US offer a similar deal….and considering most hotels charge over $20 a night for parking, it’s a great deal!

So if you drive a hybrid, make sure to find out if the place your staying at has a deal like this.  To get more info on the Fairmont in San Jose, click here.