Summer Retreats: Why You Should Head to the Spa
Planning and taking time to enjoy a well-deserved summer retreat can be both incredibly fun and incredibly overwhelming. Confronting the extensive choices of vacation locatio
Spa Etiquette: What You Need to Know for Your Next Visit
When we’re young, we’re taught how to act appropriately at a restaurant and how to properly tip our server. And while there are many other manners and behaviors we lear
What Makes a Good Day Spa
It seems like day spas are popping up all over the place these days as the need for pampering and relaxation continues to increase as the demands of life become more chaotic. How d
How Feeling Pretty Can Enhance Your Mood
Recently, a young high school student in Chicago conducted an experiment; she had people pose in front of a camera and then told them that she was taking pictures of things that sh
Why “Me Time” is Essential for Good Health
All of us deal with some form of stress; whether it’s related to work, family, or just feeling overwhelmed with every day responsibilities, we often spread ourselves too thin
Best Spa Services for a Perfect Mother-Daughter Day
Mothers hold a very special place in our hearts and in our lives. As we grow older and begin our own families or have navigated difficult experiences throughout adulthood, we
7 Ways to Feel Beautiful in a Society Obsessed with Looks
There are many mornings when I wake up feeling exhausted, bloated, and just downright unattractive. I convince myself that no matter how cute my outfit is or how on-point my
4 Things Your Spa Therapist Wants You to Know
How many times has a friend referred you to a new stylist or spa therapist, only to be disappointed by the work that was done? Maybe you didn’t exactly click with the t
Best Ways to Create Your Own Happiness
Happiness seems to be something that everyone is always chasing. “If I just lose 5 more pounds”, “if I finally get that job promotion”, or “I ne
2015 Healthy New Year’s Resolutions, Say Hello to Botanica’s New Monthly Membership Plan!
The top 10 most common New Year's resolutions include goals of weight loss, staying healthy and taking time to enjoy life to the fullest. Not surprisingly, about 47% of the res