Shake Your Beauty

A wellness writer explores fresh and relevant topics in beauty and fitness.

by Marissa Kristal

Diminish Facial Wrinkles...Really!

Desperate to smooth weathered skin and reverse the signs of aging and sun damage, I know many people who are quick to shell out the big bucks for what they hope will be miracle anti-aging creams. But do expensive products and skin restorative prescriptions really work any better than more affordable over-the-counter cosmetics? Read More

Improve Your Skin With Exercise

We know that exercise does wonders for our body. Physical activity strengthens our heart, muscles, overall health, and keeps us looking toned and in shape. But does fitness improve the condition of our skin as well? Curious to learn more about the effects of exercise on our skin, I turned to a couple of experts to find out. Read More

Work Out Your Fitness Frustrations With beYOU.tv

Are you bored with your fitness regime because you do the same monotonous workout every day? Or, would you like to exercise more often but can't seem to find the time to hit the gym during your busy day? Or, are you interested in trying a variety of fun and flab-fighting fitness classes but aren't sure which to try, or where to find them? Read More

Yoga vs. Pilates – What’s The Difference and Which Is Best For You?

Ever wonder what the differences are between yoga and Pilates? If the answer is yes, you're not alone. People confuse these two workouts all the time. But the truth is, while they share some similarities -- enhancing strength, flexibility, posture, etc. -- fundamentally they are worlds apart. Read More

Top Tips For Soothing Chapped Wintertime Skin

It doesn't matter how much lotion I lather on. From November through April, my hands looks a lot like Heath Ledger's face in The Dark Knight: a dry, cracked, splotchy mess. Desperate to learn how to keep my skin sufficiently hydrated during the winter months, I turned to Annet King, Director of Training and Education at Dermalogica, for help. Read More

Improve Communication In Relationships With Partner Yoga

Whether Mom's lectures about your "questionable" lifestyle leave you livid, or you're exasperated with your significant other for forgetting an anniversary, bickering with loved ones from time to time is normal. But instead of throwing damaging verbal punches, maybe a more constructive way to work through arguments is by hitting the mat together for a few minutes of partner yoga? Read More

Patricia Moreno Discusses intenSati: Fitness For The Body And Mind

Founded by accomplished fitness instructor, Patricia Moreno, intenSati is a vigorous cardio-sculpting workout that combines aerobics, martial arts, yoga, dance and intentions. More than just physical exercise, intenSati fuses movement with positive mantras and powerful affirmations to condition the mind and spirit as well as the body. Read More

Old Or Tired? What The Eyes Reveal

It's human nature to make snap decisions about people based on appearances. We're quick to judge whether or not we find someone attractive, how old we think they might be, and if they look weary and worn, or youthful and energetic. But what are the specific facial features we focus on to make these quick calls? Read More

Re-Do Your Resolution To Get Fit

If you're anything like me, New Year's means making bold resolutions to get fit and healthy. You promise yourself that you're going to exercise at least 3 times a week, take the stairs instead of the elevator, learn to cook wholesome, delicious meals, and stave off the sweets. Read More

Get Fit Quick

"I don't have time." It's the standard excuse we give when we don't want to work out. And it's believable, too. After all, we're very busy people who are constantly multitasking everything from careers to families to social lives. Read More

Get The Health Glow

Beauty and fitness. Though on first read it may not seem like they belong together, they actually complement each other quite well. We all strive to look and feel great, right? And when we feel good within, we inevitably exude beauty throughout.