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It takes a lot for DISH to completely, across the board approve of something. We're fully admit we are hard to please and "High Maintenance" doesn't even begin to cover it.

Being a beauty product whore since I was a wee tot I follow a ton of make-up and skin care lines on twitter. This one kept jumping out at us...Boscia, specifically the Luminizing Black Mask. Every time there was something to search about it nothing but good reviews and crazy love popped up so...we tried it!

DISH Publisher Lori Freese in her BOSCIAWe've all had the gooy, gel type mask that dries and you peel off. They're fine but rarely do more than peel the top layer of dry skin off and sure you look great for the day but eh...

Boscia is different it removes the prerequisite dirt and impurities but it actually does refine the look of pores and reveals a smoother, brighter complexion. After the first use I noticed a difference but wanted to see if it was beginners luck before I bother to write about it.

So here's why it's so different before I go on about how great it is...

• Vitamin C helps brighten skintone and reduce the look of fine lines.
• Montmorillonite Clay absorbs excess oil, dirt and toxins from the skin.
• Pine Bark Extract, a powerful antioxidant, conditions the skin and defends from free radical damage.
• Jojoba Leaf, a powerful antioxidant, combats free radical damage while it nourishes and protects skin to prevent premature aging, and Willowherb, a unique anti-irritant, helps to calm skin inflammation and reduce visible redness and irritation.

Here's what I noticed after 3 uses: A dramatic improvement in my skin's clarity and radiance. My face was brighter and smoother...so ridiculously soft I could hardly believe it!
Because my skin is so oily I do have bigger pores in the T-Zone and those pores really are smaller! The Boscia mask really does what it says it will do and more over...I have better results with this than I have with a $200 facial that includes the Diamond Derma-Peel!

They also have the Purifying Black Pore Strips that you can use between uses of the mask. Honestly, the mask works so well that I am not getting a lot of gook out of my pores on the strips...that's amazing with my skin and as much as I have to wear make-up!

Being oily, Boscia also sent me No Pores, No Shine T-Zone Treatment. Admittedly It helps with making pores look smaller and I don't have to touch up as much, but I do still have to touch up...the good news is it is a lot more fun with the Boscia Lavender Blotting Linens. They don't take my make-up off, just the excess oil AND they leave a hit of lavender on my face and hands! What a treat!

I guess it's pretty obvious by now that I highly reccomend the Boscia Skin Careline. AND the best bonus is that it's preservative free! How very DISH!

The Rendezvous Spa amazing specials for Father's Day! You dad deserves to relax so give him the best in town!

Spa Days of Summer Father’s Day

Best Deal:

Design for Gentleman                Gentleman’s Facial & Deep Tissue Massage 50 mins    $180

                                                $20 Savings

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Best Seller:

Invigorate Package                   Body Exfoliation Scrub & Swedish Massage 50 mins    $125

                                                $15 Savings

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Great Gifts for Dad:

• Hot Stone Massage 80 mins                                                                                         $145   
• Sports Massage -alleviates sore muscles, increases circulation -50 mins                     $100   
• Sports Massage - 80 mins                                                                                            $135   

• Add 25 mins reflexology to any massage                                                                      $50
• Ear Candling-quick and painless with results you can hear about!                               $45

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For Mother’s Enjoyment:

Gentleman’s Mani & Pedi                                                                                                         $65

Waxing for Men (Chest, Back, Ears, etc.)                                                                                 varies

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• We are really getting into our outsource service program, especially for companies and corporations. Employees are able to get a massage on their lunch break. Its also great for at home too.

A Rendezvous to You

Relax as your stress melts away...when you can not make it to the spa, the spa comes to you.

Our Rendezvous to You Service is available when you need it and is just a phone call away.

Onsite Chair Massage Rates:

$85 - 60 min                $145 - 90 min                          $185 - 120 min

Onsite Swedish Massage Rates:

$125 - 60 min              $185 - 90 min                         $225 - 120 min

Onsite Thai, Aromatherapy or Deep Tissue Massage Rates:

$135 - 60 min              $195 - 90 min                          $235 - 120 min

Onsite Couples Swedish Massage Rates:

$250 - 60 min              $370 - 90 min                         $450 - 120 min

• We also do corporate and company events at the spa. We can accommodate up to a group of 60 people in one day. Great for employee appreciations and holiday parties.

Corporate Packages

* Package 1:  

Swedish Massage (50 min)                                          $90.00

European Facial (50 min)                                              $100.00

                        Total:                                                    $190.00

            10% Discount =                                             $171.00

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* Package 2:

Option

Swedish Massage (50 min)                                                       $90.00

Spa Manicure (30 min)                                                              $25.00

Spa Pedicure (50 min)                                                              $40.00

                                    Total:                                                    $155.00

                     10% Discount =                                                $140.00

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Package 3:

Swedish Massages (50 min)                                                      $90.00

Sweet Milk and Honey Loofa Wrap (50 min)                $90.00

                                    Total:                                                    $180.00

                      10% Discount =                                               $162.00

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Package 4:

Swedish Massage (50 min)                                                       $90.00

Body Exfoliation (25min)                                                          $50.00

Refresher Facial (25 min)                                                          $65.00

                                    Total:                                                    $205.00

                      10% Discount =                                               $185.00

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* Package 5:

Refresher Massage (25 min)                                                     $50.00

Refresher Facial (25 min)                                                          $65.00

Express Manicure (15min)                                                        $20.00

Express Pedicure (25 min)                                                        $30.00

                                    Total:                                                    $165.00

                      10% Discount =                                               $149.00

Call 713-529-2444 or CLICK HERE to make your appointment!

This quesiton is from twitter. It's about Liposuction. A recent study said that if you have lipo on one party of your body that the fat will grow in other parts of your body faster...this needed Dr. Fred Aguilar's expertise!

To have your questions answered by Dr. Fred follow him on TWITTER or Facebook

Today's Twitter/Facebook question for Dr. Fred Aguilar is about Botox, deep wrinkles and if Botox will be enough to help eradicate that awful look!!

Formerley the Bergamos Rendezvous Spa this spacious oasis perched upon the top of Richard's, 10 Downing Street and Taco Milagro is the gem of the Kirby/Westheimer area! You walk in to peace and quiet, are walked to your relaxing area with the tea of your choice and just before you drift away you're transported to utter bliss with your hot stone massage, body scrub and or wrap...then a DISH favm the Shirodhara Treatments.

Shirodhara is a form of Ayurveda medicine that involves gently pouring liquids over the forehead (the 'third eye'). It was developed by vaidyas (practitionars of Ayurveda) in Kerala, India for use in sukhachikitsa (restorative therapy) and can be one of the steps involved in Panchakarma. The name comes from the Sanskrit words shiras 'head' and dhara 'flow'. The liquids used in shirodhara depend on what is being treated, but can include oil, milk, buttermilk, coconut water, or even plain water.

Shirodhara has been used to treat a variety of conditions including eye diseases, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, graying of hair, neurological disorders, memory loss, insomnia, hearing impairment, tinnitus, vertigo, Ménière's disease and certain types of skin diseases like psoriasis.

This treatment is so relaxing PLUS you can get it with a 30 minute foot and scalp massage. HEAVEN on earth!

There are all types of facials, massages, waxing, body firming treatments, non UV tanning, make-up application and so much more!

There are also specials going on right now, the DISH special is buy a $100 gift certificate and get a $20 gift certificate for FREE!

See you in the steam room, DISHIES!

Dr. Fred Aguilar answers a reader's question about how Botox really works!

Do you have a question for the Dr? Email us HERE

In case you've ever wondered how much Botox it takes to get the look you are wanting...Here is the answer thanks to Houston's Premiere Plastic Surgeon Dr. Fred Aguilar.

By: Leslie Chatman

Hey DISHIES! Want Kissable Soft Lips All Winter Long‏??

The health and appearance of your lips is just as important as the health and appearance of your skin. Dry, flaky lips are never good. Before you buy a lip scrub at your local drug store, think of making your own preservative and chemical free version at home! It's a simple & affordable lip scrub made from ingredients right in your kitchen.

1 teaspoon Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Granulated Table Sugar or Brown Sugar
1 small drop of Lemon or Peppermint Extract (optional)
Toothbrush (optional)
Warm Cloth or Paper Towel

Combine olive oil, sugar and extract until they are the consistency of sand. Add small pinches of additional sugar if necessary to achieve the right consistency. Liberally apply the scrub with a cotton swab. Use your fingers or a soft toothbrush to gently massage and remove dry skin. You may also rub your lips together. Let scrub stand for 1 minute then towel off with a warm, wet cloth or paper towel. Apply lip balm immediately.

A word of caution, never use a lip scrub on cracked, bleeding lips as this could exacerbate existing issues. EEKS!

If you happen to make a little more than you need for one application, store the remaining scrub in an air tight container in the refrigerator for no more than one week.

This lip scrub can be used by both men & women for kissable soft lips all winter long…and all year ’round.

KISSES! XO

Ok beauty Buffs! We are skeptical about EVERYTHING! Especially when someone tries to sell it to us in a living room...Believe! We are also always up for a challenge, like THISfor instance...Our challenge was to try Vegan Certified Skin Care line called Arbonne. We had heard all of the stories and success stories blah blah...of course, but does it work? Because let's be honest, that what it all boils down to anyway! RIGHT??

A little history here first, DISH has tried EVERYTHING except surgery to make our skin gorgeous! We Botox, we've lasered, we've used every product under the sun if it claimed to work no matter the cost...That being said.

ARBONNE WORKS!! We actually saw a difference in our skin OVER NIGHT! Needless to say we were convinced that maybe it was a fluke so we sent it to Momma DISH and a few friends. SAME THING! Amazing noticeable difference! WE ALL BOUGHT IT! And it continues to be an amazing product.

There are letters from Board Certified Plastic Surgeons praising Arbonne comared to the medical grade products they sell within their offices. One even switched over what she sold out of her office because Arbonne is better!

DISH uses the Re9 Advanced line; CLICK HERE to get yours! 

(PLUS: a little DISHIES told us that if you email us before you order that you can get 20% off your order!)

DISH had the opportunity to experience this wonderous spa treatment and it was FUN! It's called Beauty Angel and heaven and earth moves...and so does your booty while your muscles are being toned along with your skin. It was really cool and after 20 - 30 sessions DISH just may look HOT! =)

You pay $99 for 3 months and go 3 times a week. The best part is all you have to do it stand there and if tones for you!

It's called Photo Rejuvenation Therapy (Collagen & Elastin Treatment) and its only at Eclipse Sunless Tanning

COLLAGEN RED LIGHT THERAPY

PURE BEAUTY FOR SKIN AND BODY

• Visibly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Collagen stimulation to refine pore and improve skin texture
• Platform body vibration helps minimize cellulite
• The holistic approach to beauty, health and fitness

Eclipse Sunless Tanning is lighting the pathway to the future! This unique stand-up booth is the ultimate total body skin rejuvenation and muscle toning system that synchronizes visible red light (non-UV) wavelengths together with pre-programmed platform based vibration exercise technology.

It's so popular everyone who works there can't stop doing it!!!

Go get it DISHIES!

If you are looking for something special for that someone special for Valentine’s Day. You know that someone that already has everything?? Keep this in mind, it’s not just the women who obsess over their appearance and desire improvement. Utopia Plastic Surgery and MedSpa is offering Valentine’s procedures specifically for men.

Men have become increasingly aware of the effects of aging on their face and bodies. For years, it was the ladies that have dominated the market on anti aging, but, now their men are becoming more aware of their own image and taking charge!

Did you know that men encompass about 20% of the patient group at Utopia MedSpa?? Guess what they are getting?? Laser hair removal, Botox, and dermal fillers!  Laser hair removal is commonly preformed on back, chest, abdomen, shoulders, and even the face. Men can now consider waxing a thing of the past with the advanced laser techniques used to deliver safe and long term results. These could be the perfect Valentine’ s gifts from a girl to a boy! =)

So for a lasting Valentines gift, Utopia Plastic Surgery & MedSpa is TOPS on our list!

DISHIES! This is such a HUGE deal we could NOT keep it from you! Utopia Med Spa in Uptown Park...You know the one owned by Dr. Franklin Rose??? They are running Valentines specials!! Check this out!

All IPL and Pearl Laser Treatments 50% off!!!

This is such a huge deal! IPL is the laser you use to get rid of sun spots, freckles, etc!! Your skin is 10 years younger after a series of this treatment! AND it doesn't hurt plus there is NO down time!!! 

The Pearl laser takes a few layers off of the top of the skin. There is a tiny bit of down time with this one, but it's sooo worth it! 20 years younger with this one!! =)

BUT with the Pearl Laser treatments, you also receive a free pearl necklace. REALLY!!

SO it's a gift within a gift! Beauty and jewelry?? REALLY!

CLICK HERE to make your appointments today!

One day DISH went to an open house at a yoga salon. That is where we met this wonderful girl named Rachel. Rachel then emails us a few days later informing us that she had just started giving non-invasive facials at this locally owned Aveda concept salon called URUKU. This intrigued us seeing as how we adore being pampered, being clean AND aveda. We are even more intrigued when she tells us that she wants to give us a free one so she can build her client base. YES came flying out of our mouth before she could finish the sentence...not sure if you've picked up on this but anything FREE we LOVE! =)

So after being a bit difficult...completely on our bumbly accident...we set the appointment.

Rachel gives the most relaxing facial ever! She is a mother of 2 young children so her touch is soft and loving which is needed by an over worked, stressed out human. She massages your hands, feet and neck and shoulders while you are steaming and masking. It's just heaven! We came out of there feeling like a new human. Remember that yummy feeling when your mom lovingly tucked you in and patted your back to put you to sleep as a child??? IT'S THAT GOOD!!! We are going back without a doubt!

If that wasn't perfection enough...Rachel let the owner, Anthony Skoog, in on the information that DISH was in a crazy hurry that day and had 5 events that night so he offered to give DISH a blow out.

This is not your mother's blow out! Anthony started with having me pick an aromatherapy scent that best fit my needs...revitalization is what we chose. Then he gave us a treatment of deep breaths with the scent to restore and relax us...as if we weren't already jelly after Rachel's facial...then he proceeded to massage the DISH scalp and shoulders for 15 minutes. We then rolled over to the sink for a wash ...more massaging....and a deep conditioning treatment with a hot towel that made us ask if we could put a bed in the back room and move in. Anthony then proceeded to make the DISH hair look so think and beautiful! We got compliments all day! =)

THANK YOU RACHEL AND ANTHONY! You both have a new client!

CLICK HERE to make your appointment!

The product above was developed by a Dallas hairdresser Tanya Carpenter and it is one of DISH'S favorite hair products ever created!! Here is Tanya...

Who Is Tanya Carpenter?

Tanya built a successful career in the world of fashion, styling hair for editorial and commercial photo shoots, runway shows, films, and television. But her passion has always been working with clients in the salon. After five years on the road, she decided to focus exclusively on her private clients. Tanya is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, where she has had a fiercely devoted following for more than fifteen years.

“It’s amazing to work gorgeous professionals, creating art with a talented team, but there’s nothing more rewarding than watching a nonprofessional beauty walk out of the salon feeling confident and looking her absolute best,” says Tanya.

Her years of experience inspired Tanya to create DStat, but its her boundless energy and a strong entrepreneurial streak that have taken DStat from bright idea to must-have status. For Tanya, this is only the beginning. She founded Tancar, LLC to create many more innovative products that fill unmet needs in the beauty industry. An entire collection of DStat hair products, containing her proprietary antistatic formula, is in development now.

There’s no telling what Tanya will think of next, but one thing’s for sure. It will be something that makes the world more beautiful.

DON'T YOU LOVE HER!! AND her product!

DStat™ Static Relief Hair Spritz. It’s the first and only hairspray that eliminates static electricity – instantly. A little spritz here, a little spritz there, and – voilà – goodbye electric hair! DStat™ turns tresses into a silky smooth halo of luscious shimmer. DISH uses it everyday and our hair is GORGEOUS! Thank you Tanya!