Nicole Altavilla

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The Cove (McCall, ID)
A Northwest spa proves that nature is just as important as nurture when it comes to pampering and relaxation.
A resort town on the shores of the glacier-carved Payette Lake and on the western edge of the Rocky Mountains, McCall, ID, is known for its year-round outdoor activities. In the mild summers, locals and visitors partake in activities like swimming, fishing, waterskiing, hiking, horseback riding, and camping. In the winter, sports like skiing, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling take center stage...

Here Comes the Sun

Check out these hot suncare products.
The summer is almost here! In honor of our June issue, which has a focus on suncare, we've compiled a list of some great products to protect your clients' skin from the damaging sun. Glytone Suncare Block Sunscreen Lotion SPF 40: This oil-free formula helps prevent sunburn caused by UVA and UVB exposure. It is ideal for ideal for post-procedural...

Sublime Serenity

Spa at L’Auberge de Sedona
A newly renovated spa proves to be a true rock star when it comes to its surroundings and offerings.
Nicknamed the Day Hike Capital of America, Sedona, AZ, is a hiker’s paradise, with more than 100 trails throughout the city. Gorgeous red sandstone formations, known as the Red Rocks of Sedona, create the perfect backdrop for hiking and other outdoor activities. These red rocks also serve as a focal point for guests staying at L’Auberge de Sedona, as does...

April is Earth Month

Check out these hot new products that contain natural and organic ingredients.
It's Earth Month! In honor of our April issue, which has a focus on all things "eco" and "green," we've compiled a list of some hot new eco-friendly products. Deserving Thyme Organic Body Balms: The new Care & Comfort Body Balm, Dry Skin Body Balm, and Sports Fan Body Balm are infused with beeswax, coconut oil, essential oils, and organic...

Cooking Up Comfort

A Vermont spa proves to be a sweet retreat for spa-goers looking for a taste of New England-style pampering.
Burlington, VT, the largest city in the state, is known mostly for its hipsters, outdoor enthustiasts, and musicians. Foodies are also attracted to the city for its array of scrumptious dining options and the chance to taste some Ben & Jerry’s ice cream in the place in which it was founded. Spa-going foodies can satiate their cravings for both passions...

Growing Pains

A father-and-son team are put to the test when a tanking economy jeopardized their expansion dreams. A father-and-son team are put to the test when a tanking economy jeopardized their expansion dreams.
After operating a small salon in the basement of his home for six years, Joseph Anthony Gaglioti relocated the business to Glen Mills, PA, in 1986, where it continued to grow and thrive. In 1994, his son, Joseph Gaglioti, Jr., joined the business, and together, they added various spa treatments to the range of services. Eventually, the two decided to expand with a piece of land they had bought and left untouched for some 15 years. Unfortunately, their plans to...

A Perfect Palette

Makeup professionals from five leading cosmetics companies discuss what’s hot this spring.
Dominic Cruz Director of education for Kryolan Professional Make-Up What are the hot colors in cosmetics this spring? Eyeshadows in all shades of pink are hot this season. What looks will be popular this spring? It is all about the ultra-feminine look this spring. What new product can’t you live without this season? Why? I can’t live without the basics: Kryolan Day Moisturizer, Ultra Under Base Primer, and HD Micro Foundation Sheer Tan. What is the best way to transition...

The Men's Grooming Trend Continues to Grow

Discover some great products designed to address the skincare needs of men.
According to a recent Men's Grooming study conducted by The NPD Group, Inc., 9 in 10 men (ages 18 and up) use some type of grooming product, including facial and body skincare, shaving, haircare, and fragrance. The study also showed that although only one quarter of men use facial skincare products like facial cleansers, moisturizers, lip and eye products, the...

Conventional Comfort

The Spa at The Peabody (Orlando, FL)
A new hotel spa encourages guests to mix business with pleasure.
While many Orlando, FL, hotels target the droves of Disney World patrons who visit the city each year, The Peabody Orlando (FL) focuses on attracting a different group of travelers. The hotel, which opened in 1986 and is a Forbes Four-Star, AAA Four Diamond hotel, was custom-built to specifically cater to the meetings and conventions industry. One of three Peabody...

Deep Impact

Experts from five leading cosmetics companies reveal the secrets to this fall’s hottest trends and colors.
Kristen Thérèse Leonard, Makeup Artist and Marketing Manager for Your Name Professional Brands What are the hot colors in cosmetics this fall? We are seeing a lot of red lips for fall. Unlike other red lip trends of the past, all shades of red seemed to make it to the runways this fall. We saw tangerine hues at Hakaan and Ralph Lauren; burgundy hues at Missoni, Gucci, and Hermès; and true red at Diane von Furstenberg. What looks will be...

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