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3 weeks ago | 
experiencelife.lifetime.life | Jolene Turner |Emily Ewen
With dozens of options lining the shelves of skincare aisles, picking a sunscreen can be challenging — especially if you’re someone who takes a deeper look at the ingredients and how they affect your skin and overall health. Fundamentally, there are two different types of sunscreens: mineral and chemical. “Understanding the differences can help you choose the best option for your needs and health,” says Sophie Hertz, an esthetician at LifeSpa in Colorado Springs, Colo.
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1 month ago | 
experiencelife.lifetime.life | Courtney Helgoe |Jolene Turner
If you live in the United States and you’ve heard of gua sha, you might associate it with facials that involve pretty little stone tools. Those treatments are popular, with abundant DIY tutorials available online. Yet this skin-scraping technique existed long before Instagram, and it does much more than reduce puffiness around the jawline. Go With the FlowGua sha is the Chinese name for a traditional healing modality that’s been practiced for more than 2,000 years across Asia.
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Jan 9, 2025 | 
experiencelife.lifetime.life | Jolene Turner |Laura Lineburg (Fogelberg) |Lindsey Palmquist
While a day at the spa may be a popular form of self-care, time or budget constraints can keep us from taking that “me-time” we need. The good news? There are some easy ways to create a spa-like atmosphere at home and enjoy a stress-soothing, rejuvenating experience that boosts your mental and physical health. Follow these step-by-step recommendations from LifeSpa experts to take your at-home relaxation to the next level. 1. Set the scene.
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Nov 6, 2024 | 
experiencelife.lifetime.life | Jolene Turner
While you’ve probably heard about the drying effects of cold temperatures on your skin, you might not be as familiar with their effects on your hair. Yet the winter elements — gusty winds, cold snaps, and dry air — can cause damage, so it’s a good idea to change up your routine before the cold sets in. “As a hairstylist from the Midwest, I’ve seen firsthand how winter’s harsh elements can wreak havoc on hair,” says Nikki Gnatzig, hairstylist at LifeSpa in Brookfield, Wis.
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Nov 4, 2024 | 
experiencelife.lifetime.life | Jolene Turner |Stephanie Astor |Sarah Tuff
People often associate dry skin with itching or flaking, but according to skincare experts, dehydrated skin can lead to — and appear in the form of — other common skin issues, including fine lines and wrinkles, acne, and even skin infections. That’s why hydration is touted as a key to maintaining a healthy complexion. “Hydrated skin typically looks more youthful, plump, and radiant, and it simply feels more comfortable,” says Stacy Grant, esthetician at LifeSpa in Omaha, Neb.
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Oct 3, 2024 | 
experiencelife.lifetime.life | Jolene Turner |Stephanie Astor
We often work hard to take care of the skin on our face — we cleanse, we moisturize, and we use SPF and other targeted products to maintain its health and prevent signs of aging. But we frequently overlook our hands, which can show our age more than our faces. In particular, the back of our hands can reveal the passage of time more visibly than other parts of our body. Thinning skin, age spots, and prominent veins and wrinkles may go unnoticed — until they become more pronounced.
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Aug 26, 2024 | 
experiencelife.lifetime.life | Jolene Turner |Emily Ewen |Stephanie Astor
Skincare has come a long way over the past decade, with innovative ingredients intended to help you achieve the results you want — whether that’s smoother skin, fewer fine lines, or reduced pigmentation. Among these ingredients are retinoids, peptides, alpha hydroxy acids, and beta hydroxy acids, which are commonly recommended by skincare experts — but what exactly are these ingredients? And what do they do?
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Jul 31, 2024 | 
experiencelife.lifetime.life | Jolene Turner |Emily Ewen
With the goal of healthier hair, many people turn to topical treatments or well-timed trims. But focusing on scalp health, experts say, is the foundational way to produce stronger, more resilient strands. “Healthy hair always starts with the scalp,” says Emily Carey, hairstylist at LifeSpa in Green Valley, Nev. “The scalp is skin after all, and while there may be many hair follicles, it’s still important to keep this skin free of bacteria, hydrated, and in a healthy condition.
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Jun 27, 2024 | 
experiencelife.lifetime.life | Pamela Weintraub |Jill Metzler Patton |Jolene Turner |Christy Rice
Carry OnWith plenty of space for all your poolside essentials, the Avery Rattan Day Tote Bag is chic, sustainable, and made by Balinese artisans paid a living wage. $74 at www.madetrade.com. Draw StrawsThe insulated Hydro Flask wide-mouthed bottle with a straw on the cap is the perfect marriage of leak-proof and easy access. Holds 32 ounces of liquid securely until you pop the top. $45 at www.hydroflask.com.
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Jun 26, 2024 | 
experiencelife.lifetime.life | Jolene Turner |Emily Ewen
In the world of skincare, there’s a lot of discussion around the best products and ingredients for achieving healthy, glowing skin. For longtime esthetician Joee Nelson, one ingredient stands above the rest: vitamin C. “Vitamin C is the one skincare ingredient that I recommend to all my clients,” says Nelson, a master esthetician at LifeSpa in Eden Prairie, Minn.
