We hope to keep expanding this section with valuable information and links about skin care, beauty, and other topics of interest to our clients.

Articles

For Men: What's the best way to go about shaving? - Protect your face while getting the closest shave possible with these instructions from Issimo, maker of Guy Gear skincare for men.

Lip Balms and Glosses May Boost Skin Cancer Risks - Clear, shiny glosses can be worse for your lips than no lip protection at all, according to a dermatologist at Baylor University Medical Center. (Link opens in new window.) Try our new Colorescience SPF30 Lip Balm instead!

Sunscreen in Sea Water May Harm Coral - This article in the New York Times describes a study published in April 2008 that reports tons of chemicals used to block UV rays in sunscreen result in bleaching of the coral reefs. (Link opens in new window.) Our Colorescience SPF30 sunscreens use minerals, not chemicals, so they're better for you and the environment.

Mineral Magic - Colorescience's Diane Ranger explains how your medical spa—and your clients—can benefit from mineral makeup. (Link opens in new window.)

Cleansing Guidelines - Cleanser then toner, or toner then cleanser? Find out the answer to what you should do when.

Make-up Expiration Guidelines - Still have eyeshadow from high school and your reunion is approaching? Nicole tells you how long you should keep your make-up (hint: ten years is too long).

Guide to Hair Removal - The benefits and drawbacks of Electrolysis, Laser hair removal, and waxing.

The Benefits of a Facial - What to expect when you get a facial and some of the benefits of facial treatments.

Put Your Best Brow Forward - Tips for tweezing, shaping, and grooming your brows.

CASE STUDY: The Colore Prescription - By Dr. Zein E. Obagi, M.D. (Note: PDF file.)

Videos

Diane Ranger, Colorescience - San Antonio Living: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XJ97LEMOHIo - Diane discusses the 7 Deadly Skins of make-up: oils, perfumes, alcohols, dyes, binders, fillers and talc. "It causes acne, rosacea and exacerbates hyperpigmentation. Most of the skin problems are caused by the makeup products we use."

Diane Ranger - Great Day Houston:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yH_uPBT0rU4&feature=related - Diane Ranger talks about minerals with Hollis Wright doing make-up. Please be advised we do not suggest that you sleep in your make-up no matter what kind! It is very important that you wash your skin every morning and evening.

Fox business - Money for Breakfast:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzwlYn2DfiE - Diane Ranger talks about evolution of Colorescience from Bare Escentuals.

Diane Ranger - Shreveport 3 News Midday:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixbGRYR0Zss

Links we Love

Health and Wellness

A Better You - http://www.abetteryousc.com - Electrolysis, Natural Manicures and Pedicures

Creative Health - http://www.creativehealthsc.net - Supplements, Iridology, Nutritional Counseling and much more. I recommend Alison Lively for Iridology and Nutritional Counseling.

Greenville Natural Health - http://www.greenvillenaturalhealth.com - Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs

Hawthorne Massage - http://www.hawthornemassage.com - The Upstate's only Certified Oncology Massage Therapist

Pilates Moves - http://www.pilatesmovesonline.com - The Upstate's only Certified Post-Rehabilitative Breast Cancer Exercise Specialist through the Pink Ribbon Program.

North Main Yoga - http://www.northmainyoga.com - I love Liz and Caroline.

Dance and Social Stuff

BellyMuse Tribal Belly Dancing - http://www.bellymuse.com

Caribbean Rhythms Salsa - http://www.crsalsa.com

Layali Layla Middle Eastern Dance Company - http://www.greenvillebellydance.com

Salsa Greenville - http://www.SalsaGreenvilleSC.com

Ra'eesah Ra'naa, The RetroBellyDancer - http://www.raeesahranaa.com

Charities

The American Cancer Society - http://www.cancer.org

Concerned Citizens for Animals - http://www.ccaweb.org

Dining for Women - http://www.diningforwomen.org

The SC Ovarian Cancer Foundation - http://www.scovariancancer.org

Restaurants

Acropolis on Pelham - http://www.acropolisonpelham.com - great food at great prices - Yours Truly (yes that's me) belly dances there once a month

2 Chefs to Go - http://www.2chefs2go.com - I mainly eat at the one on Pelham Rd. They have the best rice krispie treats with peanut butter filling!

Handi Indian Cuisine - http://www.handiindiancuisine.com - This is my favorite Indian Restaurant in Greenville

Our Favorite Local Businesses

Clemson Florist - http://www.clemsonflorist.com/

Fiction Addiction - http://www.fictionaddition.com

Pixel & Paper Designs - http://www.pixelandpaper.com