GROOMED L.A.’s new beauty squad – Meet BRIDGET OBERLIN!

May 18, 2010

GROOMED L.A.'s next new contributing Beauty Editor is the fab-glam Bridget Oberlin. She'll be hitting the North Hollywood and Valley beat.  Here's a bit about her.  I just want to turn her face into a cupcake and eat it – she's that fricken adorable.  Ok, that sounds gross.  But take a look at her photo and you'll get my point.

BRIDGET OBERLIN

Bridget Oberlin is a former on-air radio personality ( XM-Syrius and WSYR,  Syracuse NY) and journalist.  She’s also an actress and comic and just you may recognize from the CMT and a bunch of other commercials.   She's obsessed with all things beauty and spends countless hours on-line and in salons researching the newest beauty breakthroughs in search of the best products and practitioners.   A true “Valley Girl,”  Bridget was raised in the good ol' San Fernando Valley and often finds herself defending the valley’s radness to all the haters.

Bridget currently lives in Toluca Lake and likes to keep her grooming close to home though she has begrudgingly admitted to having driven as far as San Diego for a beauty treatment.  Bridget loves a good deal but is deathly allergic to cheapness and secretly loves that her husband has a tendency to splurge on fine dining and travel.  Now, if only she could convince him that spending money at Sephora is a household necessity…

My current beauty obsessions: Anything skin related (that really works); gorgeous lashes and mascaras that don’t run; curling shampoos, sprays, gels; Enzo Milano curling irons; soft make-up brushes;  The Wonderful Wonderbar;  Zoya nailpolishes; Flash Shiner by Design Nail to name a few.


My current non-beauty obsessions:  my wonderful husband, Rooibos tea, my adorable dog, anything that sparkles,  Dateline NBC,  Bazaar at SLS by Jose Andres where my husband just took me for my birthday, a Stairmaster, buying locally grown and grass feed healthy stuff, See’s candy especially the California Brittle (that counts as local, right?), organizing and downsizing, my gorgeous hydrangea, and vintage jewelry – especially wide 1950’s rhinestone bracelets with hide inside clasps and anything YSL. 


My current beauty missions:  Finding a manicurist who is reasonably priced, by-the-book clean and available last minute. (I know, impossible tri-fecta) and finding the perfect spray tan.


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Meet GROOMED L.A.’s newest Beauty Editors! First up, NATASHA BARRETT.

The countdown is on!  Only two and a half more weeks until the baby boy that lives in my tummy (but really just feels like a super bad case of gas right now) makes his grand entrance. 

So GROOMED L.A. has staffed up in preparation!

I am supremely excited to introduce you to the first of our four new awesome beauty-junkie-beauties who will be giving you the latest 411 on hot tips about skin-care, beauty, fitness and health around L.A. and whatever other style or fun fashion flavors and trends float their boat!  

We've also got a great division on area codes to spread the insider grooming love and our first is gonna hit the Sherman Oaks beat. 

If you have a hot tip on a beauty hot-spot in the Valley, please contact GROOMED L.A.: emily@groomed-la.com

NATASHA BARRETT

Natasha Barrett is former editor at Detour Magazine and has written for magazines like Harper’s Bazaar, Variety, Shape, Cosmopolitan, Santa Barbara Magazine and many more. After bouncing between editorial, film and the L.A. fashion industry, Natasha decided to try

her hand at motherhood – and it stuck!  She still enjoys the occasional trip downtown but calls Sherman Oaks home now. Don’t let this Valley Mom fool you – she’ll be over the hill in five minutes flat for dinner at any one of Suzanne Goin’s restaurants or an aesthetician that

promises glowing skin.

Stuff I’m into: super-sized smoky eyes, “greige” nail polish, pony tails, Goe Oil, a good brunette hair colorist (know of one??), red wine, black coffee and white teeth, Rene Furterer Dry Shampoo, ballerina flats, farms, my kids!!!, anything that makes me look less tired, water, sunscreen, cocktail rings, cocktails (Lillet over ice with a sliver of blood orange, anyone?), L.A. fashion, farmer’s markets, good design, Omorovicza’s Deep Cleansing Mask, traveling to countries with colorful currency, and last but not least, my sexy husband who has even more fun trying new products than I do.

(How cute is she? Love the cocktail!)

Natasha Barrett
 

Oh man, RECESS NAIL SPA is the shizzy…

I've never done this before…posted TWICE about a fave grooming spot…but I had a long overdue mani-pedi yesterday at RECESS and it was just so special, I had to write about it again. The place is so beauteous, the care and expertise so top-notch, the owner Nidhi soooo lovely, the products and polishes so exquisite, it really is worth treating yourself to the Recess experience one of these days if you have yet to get there.  

Perfect for a date with a date with a girlfriend or if you need a suppperr relaxing hour away from the noise of work, kids, life in general.  Not only do I lose my mind over the insane polish collections and brands to choose from, but man, do the have the best junky-fun magazine collection in town!!

No wonder it's a fave of all these glossy mags.

8408-B Beverly Blvd. 
Los Angeles, CA 90048
tel 323.782.9919    fax 323.782.9929 

Mon By Appointment Only
Tues – Sat 10AM – 7PM
Sun 11AM – 6PM 

Recess is a one of a kind spa that is internationally recognized for its cutting edge techniques, offering organic and non-toxic services in an environmentally responsible way. It was founded on the simple idea of combining the best of all worlds, in order to provide our guests with a unique atmosphere for their beauty services. It is an aesthetically and physically soothing salon to congregate with your friends and loved ones and enjoy our relaxing spa services. 


mani

pedi
express mani   20   30
all organic    22   32
basic mani   25   35
recess signature   35   50
thirsty hands and feet   50   70
ultimate recess    65   75
acrylic rehab     75    
sole searching pedicure        80

therapy enhancements
Dead Sea Salt & Sugar Scrub 6 / 8
Lavender Paraffin Wrap 6 / 8
Garlic Formula Natural Nail Strengthener (for brittle nails) 6 / 8
Warm Oil Cuticle Treatment 15
Natural, Heat-Activated Callus Treatment 15
Extra 10 minute Massage 15
Hot Stone Massage Therapy 15
Natural AHA Hand Crème Treatment with Paraffin 18
Natural Honey Moisture Treatment with Paraffin Wrap 25
30 Minute Foot Massage 35

waxing & eyebrow services available 

All RECESS products are organic, free of parabens, dyes and formaldehyde.  Made with essential oil blends, they are sourced from the freshest ingredients and are purchased through Fair Trade.  Nail polishes, basecoats, topcoats, and nail strengtheners are all toluene, formaldehyde, camphor, and phthalate free (including DBP).

SHESWAI LAQUER – Formaldehyde, toluene, and dbp free nail laquer…

May 17, 2010

Looking for a chemical free (no formaldehyde,toluene and DBP) nail polish? One that happens to be less toxic, with sustainably harvested wooden caps, entirely made in the USA not to mention glamorously eco-chic?

SHESWAI has made seven beautiful classic colors for their first collection, designed and created by Cloutier Agency repped manicurist Debbie Leavitt.

I'm crazy about NICE – a subtle beige/nude; a chic alternative to the ‘no color’ color.

Take a peek at their lovely website! You can purchase a bottle right here for $16.

They've also got lots of fun things to check out.

Polish : $16

And they offer ONE THE GO - an in-home mani-pedi experience. I'll be booking one of these once baby comes and I'm home bound…

You are invited to experience the pleasure of a manicure & pedicure in the comfort of your own home or office.

Each natural nail care service includes a lovely nail shape and buff, a warm sudsy soak, and tender cuticle care. 


sheswai custom blended oils and scrubs are used to nourish & soothe your hands and feet… and of course a perfect polish to complete!

sheswai…on the go is a great way to treat yourself and makes a sweet gift for others.


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RECESS -ORGANIC NAIL SPA – NEW HOURS, SPECIALS, COCKTAILS, FUN!

May 13, 2010

If you haven't checked out the gorgeous and delicious RECESS ORGANIC NAIL SPA now is the time!


Check out my review from back in January.  This place is heaven.

They've just added new hours AND cocktails AND they're open 7 days a week.



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Monday:  10 am – 7 pm 


Tuesday:  10 am – 7 pm 


Wednesday:  10 am – 7 pm $60 Signature Mani & Pedi


Thursday:  10 am – 7 pm Belvedere Martinis & Discounted Services 4pm – 7 pm


Friday:  10 am – 8 pm Belvedere Martinis & Discounted Services 4 pm – 8 pm


Saturday:  10 am – 7 pm 


Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm 


25% OFF ALL THERAPY ENCHANCEMENTS EVERYDAY IN MAY.


Warm Oil Cuticle Treatment 

for dry cuticles

Natural Heat-Activated Callus Treatment 

helps remove callus and resurface feet

Hot Stone Massage 

volcanic stones that retain heat, especially help tight muscles

Natural AHA Hand Cream 

regenerating alpha hydroxy acid based cream (fruit-based acid). includes a lavender paraffin treatment for best results.

Natural Honey Moisture 

heavy cream that relieves stressed skin. includes lavender paraffin wrap to heat cream and aid absorption.

Click here to see a complete list of services and add-ons.

Everyday through May 31, 2010.

$60 Signature Manicure & Pedicure Special

All Day on Wednesdays through May 31, 2010.

Celebrate May with Manis & Martinis (Thursdays & Fridays)

Belvedere Martinis & Discounted Services from 4pm – closing through May 31, 2010.

10% OFF ALL Waxing Services

$20 Basic Manicure

25% OF ALL Therapy Enhancements

$30 Basic Pedicure (includes foot scrub)

FREE Basic Manicure on Your Birthday

Register for Online Booking. We will Email you a Certificate for a FREE Basic Manicure

on your Birthday.

 

 

The Saban Free Clinic is a non-profit organization that provides healthcare to thousands of people in the city and is funded solely by donors.

Visit http://thesabanfreeclinic.org/. Please help us support a good cause.

DISCOUNTED MANICURE, PEDICURE, WAXING

& MASSAGE SERVICES

$18   Manicures 

$18   Eyebrow Waxing 

$18   Pedicure 

$18   10 minute Neck & Shoulder Massage 

$18   Raffle for 2 Gift Bags worth over $700 each in merchandise 


Fruit & Cheese Display & Crudite by Bristol Farms

Assorted Tartines, Assorted Pastries, Mediterranean Platters, Iced Tea & Lemonade by Le Pain Quotidien

Complimentary Cocktails

FREE Valet Parking Available

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS OF THIS EVENT

Le Pain Quotidien serves simple, elegant boulangerie fare made with organic ingredients whenever possible, in both a take-out and dine-in setting: breakfast, soup, salads, tartines, pastries and handmade organic bread & many vegan and vegetarian options 

  

 Bristol Farms is a food market that also offers full service, special event catering, creating menus for every occasion – from luncheons to grand parties. They prepare their food using only what's best and freshest at the market. 

  

Jenny Rowe

Massage Therapist 

Jenny Rowe is an Expert in her field and provides relaxing full body, or chair massages in the convenience of your home or office. She currently works for E! Entertainment.

(310) 779-4594 

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WHO IS TALKING ABOUT RECESS:

 

Recess | 8408-B Beverly Blvd. | Los Angeles, California 90048 | 323.782.9919 | www.recess-la.com

Recess is the first completely green nail spa in Los Angeles — from the products used in our treatments to the construction and energy use of our spa space. We are committed to the utmost in sanitation, service and relaxation at an affordable price. More than just a spa, Recess is a lifestyle of environmental consciousness that promotes luxury, a healthy atmosphere and social awareness.

Recess For Your Hands and Feet © 2010

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