Monthly Archives: March 2012

I’m Not Texting in the Theater, That’s Just My Body Glowing

With all the SXSW hoopla, I was running out of time to squeeze in a monthly treatment at Hiatus Spa + Retreat as part of my Founding Circle membership. Technically, they allow you to rollover a service credit for up to six months, but why would you want to skip a whole month of spa self-indulgence? I already have a massage on the books at another spa this week (post forthcoming), so I thought this would be a good opportunity to try out a new-to-me Essential Service. I had heard from several sources, one Hiatus owner included, that the Body Glow was a favorite. I’m pleased to report that it did not disappoint.

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Judicial Review (From The Bench): Badger Cocoa Butter Lip Balm

Badger Cocoa Butter Lip Balm in Sweet Orange, Poetic <a href=onhealthy Pomegranate and Creamy Cocoa” src=”https://www.beautypendence.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/Badger_CocoaButterLipBalm-1024×696.jpg” width=”625″ height=”424″ />

Tis the season for trying new things here on Beautypendence! For this Judicial Review, I welcome two guest Judges, Debbie and Christine. Wait… let me back up a little.

The good folks from Badger stumbled upon our humble blog and contacted us. They were interested in sending us some of their organic body care products for a test run. Umm, yeah! So one day, I received a box full of Badger goodies in the mail. First on the Badger line-up is Badger Cocoa Butter Lip Balm. As you can see from the product photo, I received three different flavors, so why not share?

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