Indulgences

Now you can help save the world one facial at a time!  Well, that may be a slight exaggeration, but with Golden-based Tilvee Skincare you can feel good about taking some time to take care of yourself.
 
Tilvee is cruelty-free and uses only sustainable packaging and ingredients that you can understand.  Have you always been curious what those ingredients in your skincare do?  Wondered whether you should choose something with green tea or something with pomegranate extract?  Then be sure to check out Tilvee’s extensive ingredient glossary for a complete rundown of all the ingredients in their products.
 
Those of us living in Colorado can go straight to the brains behind the beauty at Tilvee’s Spa in Golden. ...

It takes a lot to separate a mani/pedi place from the rest of the pack, but a new spot in the LoHi/Riverfront area on 15th Street has already secured a place on our “must go” list. 

The chic, simple red décor is nice and the prices are pretty standard, but Classy Nails has finally figured out what we really want when we get a pedicure: a really good foot rub and a customized experience. 

Let’s be honest.  Ladies can paint their own nails and most gentlemen don’t really care if their cuticles are trimmed. But after a long day in heels or dress shoes, all we really want is some TLC for our tootsies.

Classy nails offers way more than the basic and deluxe services of most spots in...

It’s natural, eco-friendly, organic, cruelty-free and sulfate-free.

One can’t help but love every aspect of Eufora, one of the fastest-growing cult hair product lines out there. 
 
While most shampoos and conditioners are water-based, Eufora is aloe vera-based, allowing it to be the most hydrating line out there without weighing your hair down.  Each item in the line also contains essential oils in their purest form, making the products smell good enough to eat, especially the peppermint-scented Daily Balancing Conditioner.  A little of each product goes a long way, so that every bottle lasts longer than normal products.
 
One of the most standout products in this stellar line is the

There is one universal truth that all women can agree on: The French know beauty. Gorgeous, luxurious, wonderful beauty.

Red lipstick, red dress, red shoes, red bag, red nails, red teeth….The holidays are officially here (Happy Thanksgiving!) and nothing ruins that hot, and possibly expensive, outfit that you spent weeks looking for like nasty red teeth and lips from your Malbec.   

Fear no more my friends, as Borracha has come to your rescue!  The dreaded side effect of one of our favorite winter beverages—red wine—has met its match!  

Borracha, an online store dedicated to a gal’s love of wine, has created Wine Wipes to remove the tannin-induced stain on lips and teeth.  These wipes come in a handy little compact complete with mirror that will fit easily inside any party clutch.  They also offer Pearly Wipes to...

A New Spirit Wellness Center & Spa is redefining the Denver spa day. They believe that “it should not be a privilege or special occasion to take care of our body, mind and spirit. Our philosophy is that if we are kinder to ourselves we are in turn kinder to others.”

Think globally, act locally. 

We’ve all heard the phrase before, but that mantra can apply to shopping these days as well. You patronize local boutiques and farmers markets. You buy your beer from Colorado breweries, your whiskey from Colorado distilleries and your wine from Colorado vineyards. 

So why not buy your bath products locally as well?

Bath Nation is based right here in Golden, and has a delicious product line that includes everything from lip and skin conditioners to heavenly scented scrubs and polishes. With scents like Cabernet Crush and Citrus Squeeze, these paraben-free, phthalate-free, dye-free and cruelty-free (no animal testing…. ever) products will make every day a spa day.

Bath Nation follows what...

Two Ten, a brand-new nail/wax/dry bar, is now open for business at Aspen Grove in Littleton. The salon provides cutting-edge products and services including a custom manicure bar and a pedicure lounge. 

Walk in to Apothecary Tinctura, a corner store on a busy stretch of 6th Avenue, and immediately feel refreshed. 

Although it's a little tricky to tell from the outside what this cute store holds within, you realize quickly upon entering that you have found a gem. Not only does a fantastic smell greet you (from all of the lotions and potions taking up the front half of the space), but you also notice the amber tincture bottles and bulk herbs that are there to help you be and feel your best. 

Apothecary Tinctura specializes in women’s health and wellness. They are a natural herb store and women’s spa and clinic offering solutions and treatments for issues that arise in a woman’s life, including calming hot flashes, reducing stress,...

We all know that living in a dry location with extreme temperature changes creates skin issues unique to this area. But not all products are created equal when it comes to addressing these challenges.

Stop whatever you’re doing and call this number: 303-571-4455.

When you hear of beauty products from across the Pond, you probably think of all the fabulous French brands out there. You don’t hear about many from the UK, but several are starting to make waves here in the U.S. 

One top brand that has made the crossing is Elemis.  It’s the top spa line out of Britain and is known for its groundbreaking blend of science and nature. There are many exceptional products in the line, but we think one stands out above the rest: the Exotic Frangipani Monoi Moisture Melt.

This rich blend of coconut coprah oil and sweet-scented frangipani flowers is the perfect bath oil or post-shower...

A very special time that men and women from all across the country look forward to is on the way! No, it’s not Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving or ChristmaHanuKwanzica…. It’s Spa Week!

You may be asking, “What is Spa Week?”

Spa Week is a bi-annual event that takes place across North America where participating spas offer full-service treatments for $50 each.

The goal of the week is to make wellness more than just a word. It needs to be a priority. Spa Week hopes that by educating consumers on the benefits of the spa lifestyle, we can change the unhealthy direction that our country is heading. 

This...

There are so many great things about living in Colorado... the scenery, the great food and beer, the fabulous boutique shopping, easy access to nature at its best... 

Unfortunately there's a trade off for our amazing lifestyle: dry skin.
 
You layer on moisturizers and take endless Omega-3 supplements but nothing seems to work! 

Well, now you can call Kate Somerville to the rescue.  Kate is the creator and director of Kate Somerville Skin Health Experts, a renowned medi-skin clinic in Los Angeles that caters to some of Hollywood's most beautiful women.  Think Jessica Alba, Debra Messing and Sandra Oh to name a few.
 
Luckily, for those of us that don't live in LA, Kate has created her own line.  Her best selling...

Ladies, check your inhibitions and modesty at the door, because Izba Spa is not your typical Mama's Day Spa. 

Located in the heart of Denver, on the corner of Colfax and York, Izba has been around since 1995 and incorporates a traditional Russian Banya (Steam Bath) with therapeutic massage and holistic therapies. 

On the wall in the waiting area is a 5280 Top of the Town award for 'Best...

Have you ever been in love?   

I mean really in love.   

As in, “I can’t wait to get home to you because you’re all I can think about” love?  

That’s how you’ll feel about the Clarisonic Skincare Brush.   

The Clarisonic is based on the same cutting edge science as the Sonicare toothbrush and uses sonic waves and oscillation of the brush head to release dirt and oil trapped in your pores.  This not only leads to healthier looking skin and smaller pore size, but it allows your other products to work better and last longer…always a plus in this economy!