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Pedicures for men



The other day I stopped by (though I did not have any treatments) the Nickel spa for men in New York city. If you are a man who is intimidated by the presence of to too many women in varying states of undress and all sorts of exotic materials on their bodies, you can opt for one of these spas for men. You can actually go to any spa these days and you will find quite a few men. Even if that is not the case when you go, clients and employees are all used to treating male clients for almost all procedures that women have (see the photo above of Matthew Weiner enjoying a pedicure at the Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills). And if you are in a relationship, it is a great way to get pampered as a couple.

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Noodle spa treatment


Looks like spa owners have prepared personal care products out of every imaginable products including chocolate, vegetables, seaweeds, diamonds, and all kinds of salts. Now a Japanese spa owner in Hakone (one of the most beautiful places near Tokyo and I would strongly recommend that you go there) has started offering a noodle bath. Aha, we like Japanese noodles and also love our spa treatments; so this is a great combination.

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Elizabeth Arden Peel and Reveal Revitalizing Treatment review


Photo of Elizabeth Arden Peel & Reveal Revitalizing TreatmentAs I wrote in my review of the Aveda men shaving cream, my skincare routine was minimal prior to meeting Lorena. Over the years, though, through multiple treatments at home and in spas, I have started to enjoy indulging myself. However, it is not everything that I like. For instance, while I eat oatmeal for breakfast five days a week, when she applied an oatmeal mask, I hated it. Taking it off was a mess and I looked like a monster.

I think we may have found a solution for men who just do not entertain the idea of a mask. From what I understand while the company is not marketing (I admire the company for its launch of Britney Spears Curious perfume) it as such, but the Elizabeth Arden Peel and Reveal Revitalizing Treatment is the perfect solution if you are reluctant to go through the drama of applying a mask. All you do is to apply the ready-to-use solution on your face with a brush (included). There is zero mess. While relaxing is recommended, you can read or watch television or even chat. After the recommended time, just peel it off. It comes off like a thin layer of wax in a neat film. Your skin looks and feel great. Strongly recommended.

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