There’s a new face on the stands this month, and boy oh boy, is it a pretty face! Even Vogue is intrigued by this new beauty.
Organic Beauty Magazine, the first glossy magazine for green beauty, launched offically on December 31, and features stories like Greening
your Makeup Bag, Wilde Style (with Olivia Wilde, from House), and the
latest Sulfate Free Shampoos. The premiere issue is packed to the brim
with interesting information, and I can’t wait to get my hands on a copy!
While the economy might be tanking, and many of us are curtailing
spending on luxury products, a new lipstick or eye shadow can make …read more

SpaFinder Magazine has recently released their predictions for the spa industry in 2009. Everything from energy medicine, medical and spa tourism, and spas going even greener. Here are just a few of their top 10 predictions for 2009.
Energy Medicine – terms like ‘qi (chi),’ ‘prana,’ ‘chakras’ and ‘doshas’ have been used in the spa sector, and the healing arts associated with them have been practiced in Eastern philosophies for centuries.  The emphasis is on clearing imbalances in a body’s energy field to promote healing of body, mind and spirit. Interesting spa examples are emerging, such as bite-size doses of energy …read more

For years, Spa Finder Magazine has been a staple in the consumer spa publishing world, and now, they’re tackling the online world as well with the launch of SpaFinder Lifestyle.
Described as “the first web-based magazine dedicated to spas, SpaFinder Lifestyle brings alive the world of spa in a way never before imagined. Here, travel, treatments, beauty, and well-being become a vibrant, interactive adventure for a savvy audience looking for the newest and the best in beauty products and spa experiences, while providing a compelling introduction for newcomers to the spa lifestyle.” [source]
The first issue’s cover stories include “Jungle Love” “Your …read more

Spas of America, the fastest-growing spa travel website, today announced their 600th spa listing and their first underground cave spa experience: Spa Terra within The Meritage Resort and Spa, located only an hour from San Francisco.
Forty feet below the iconic grape crusher statue that graces its southern end, Spa Terrais the first spa in the world to be developed entirely underground. Nestled in the heart of the earth, the spa features steam grottos, soaking pools, water walls and lavishly appointed private treatment rooms for individuals and couples. Its sumptuous decor reflects the resort’s Mediterranean theme. Spa Terra’s signature treatment is Solo Vino …read more

Would you like to look younger?  Do you like attending spas? Well Allure has a new program starting soon where you can Look Younger In 30 Days. Every day you’ll get expert health and beauty advice from top experts. Plus you’ll get Allure’s exclusive shopping list of the best anti-aging products.
As an added bonus, when you sign up, you’ll be automatically entered to win daily anti-aging products from Clinique, Olay Definity, Lancome, Avon, and Neutrogena, or the grand prize, a luxurious spa trip for two to the Golden Door in California!
I am so there!  Click here to sign up.
Image: Allure.com

I have just heard the buzz about the new Conde Nast magazine – Allure Spa which is set to launch in September and will be distributed free to 200,000 spas and salons, with plans to publish annually.
Positioned as the “ultimate insider guide” to luxury spas, Allure Spa will cover topics including spa beauty treatments, diets and the growth of the medi-spa, spas that provide medical treatments. As for advertising, the title has such categories as beauty, fashion, spas and personal care marketers in its sights.
“It’s clear that women want more information on the spa experience, which makes Allure Spa an …read more

Once a year the editors of Luxury SpaFinderpen unabashed love letters to the spas that spark their passions – from Nam Hai in Vietnam to Royal Palms in Arizona.
To help you discover 60 of the world’s best spas, Luxury SpaFinder has created an interactive map as a fun way to scan the globe, pick a destination, and learn more about it. Using the latest version of Microsoft Virtual Earth technology, you will be able to instantly learn details about the spa that’s perfect for you.
The 60 spas are sorted into six categories including:
DAMN THE EXPENSE: PRICEY SPAS THAT PAY OFF
The bill may …read more

In March Spa Magazine launched the 1st Annual Silver Sage Readers’ Choice Awards and asked readers to vote for their favourite spas. Well over 25,000 people responded. 
The top Destination Spa was awarded to the Canyon Ranch, located in Tucson, Arizona, The Caves in Negril, Jamaica, was awarded the top Spa for Couples and the Auberge du Soleil in Rutherford, California was awarded top Eco/Green Spa.
To see the full list of winners click here.

There is nothing more delightfully indulgent that flipping through a thick, glossy magazine, with images of gorgeous spas.  It makes me ‘almost’ feel like I am at each of the properties shown.  Here are a couple of great publications that act as an excellent guide to the top spas in North America.
Leading Spas of Canada
This quarterly publication offers in-depth profiles on spa resorts and destinations throughout North America.
Luxury SpaFinder Magazine
An in-print publication (6 issues yearly) that provides information on luxury spas and related lifestyle pursuits. Sign up for their enewsletter and receive spa news and specials.
Spa Magazine
This in-print and digital publication (7 issues yearly) is devoted exclusively to spas …read more