Health & Fitness

Your Summertime Adventures Deserve a Refreshing Taste, Here’s the drink for you

Your summertime adventures deserve a refreshing taste, with healthy results and supporting a good case, taste CaliWater.

This summer many families are going on adventures – from a fun night out, to local road trips to traditional vacations and everything in between.  Families are looking for flavor, looking for healthy options, when possible choosing to support social good.

Recently we tasted a solution that solves all of this and more.

CaliWater is the latest celebrity-driven brand on an already crowded grocery shelf to promote flavor, fun and health.

Before you judge it, have you tried cactus water?  If not, honestly it’s worth a taste. 

Open your mind (and your mouth) to the world of cactus water. Try the taste of CaliWater.

The Flavor

CaliWater comes in two subtle, but very different flavors:

Ginger + Lime

It’s a drink that adds a pop to your tongue.  

Tasting-wise, on the nose is heavy lime that for me became a palette cleanser.  Got a funky taste in your mouth?  This can will save you.  The lime notes carry over on your palette and the ginger adds a refreshing zing.   The linger lasts, leaving a pleasant and refreshing taste.

Wild Prickly Pear

Tasting-wise, on your nose its a bit sweet and even floral.  As you taste, it’s giving your mouth a sweet, refreshing bath similar to a bite of watermelon.  

But How Healthy is CaliWater?

The simple answer is: very healthy.  

Caliwater contains 5 naturally occurring electrolytes to boost hydration and is packed with skin fortifying antioxidants, anti-inflammatory properties, and 200mg of Prickly Pear Extract which is a proven hangover relief. 

Prickly Pear Cactus has shown to lower cholesterol, regulate blood sugar levels, and provides natural anti-viral properties. Known as a “superfruit”, the Prickly Pear Cactus has been the health solution go-to for many all over the world.

Proven Hangover Relief

Let’s repeat an important part.  The drinks include 200mg of Prickly Pear Extract which is a proven hangover relief. 

Cali water also serves as a fantastic mixer for your favorite cocktail.

Created with passion, love, and a clear mission in mind

Earth-friendly activists Vanessa Hudgens and Oliver Trevena bonded while enjoying a prickly pear margarita.

They launched CaliWater, California cactus water that goes beyond just hydration. 

Created with passion, love and a clear mission in mind CaliWater hopes to promote healthy eco-friendly lifestyles and to make the world a better place. 

With up to 75% of Americans being considered chronically dehydrated CaliWater offer the tasty yet healthy alternative to water that also presents benefits for health and well-being. 

Giving Social Good

CaliWater’s goal is not only to provide health benefits to their customers, but also to raise awareness about the fight against childhood hunger. 

Partnering with No Kid Hungry a charity working to stop hungry children, Cali Wter pledges to donate $0.05 for every can purchased with the goal of donating $1,000,000 by April 2022.

Read for a Taste?

You can shop CaliWater here: https://drinkcaliwater.com/

You can also browse your local Erewhon, Alfred, Bevmo,  Blueys Market & Cafe, Sunlight Organics, The Pie Hotel, Vintage Grocers.

 

 

Erin Michele Soto Pushes Through Her Trauma to Return to Her Hit TV Series

Erin Michele Soto Pushes Through Her Trauma to Return to Her Hit TV Series

Audiences know Erin Michele Soto from her work in the miniseries Shirley and Shelly and the TV series Studio City, the smash hit and Emmy – winning drama.

Around the world audiences see stars on red carpets, TV and movie screens; and often never consider the challenges these performers face to live their dreams. 


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So many people recognize a star’s good looks, their talent, the laughs and tears from the characters they portray. But the audience doesn’t really get to know the person behind that work.  Today Erin is sharing a deeper look into her journey. 

Erin Michele Soto Reveals Her Bright and Her Dark

Recently we had a chance to sit down with Erin Michele Soto and she revealed the brightest and the darkest moments of her story and the excitement yet to come.

Actress Erin Michele Soto Pushes Through Her Trauma to Return to Her Hit TV Series

Actress Erin Michele Soto Pushes Through Her Trauma to Return to Her Hit TV Series

Like so many, Erin moved to Southern California with big Hollywood dreams. But she did not become the struggling cliche.  She had the talent and good fortune to quickly find work as an actress and as a dancer.  

Tragedy on a Celeb-Filled Dance Floor

Erin Michele Soto’s grace on the dance floor quickly brought her attention.  She found A-list work immediately in Modern, Ballet, Jazz dance genres. Stars of the stage, small screen and silver screen all demanded her time, attention and help.

Then as her star was rising, suddenly it all crashed down.  Literally.  One day in the middle of dancing, Erin fell, hit her eye and the trauma from the fall punctured her brain.

The next moments created a chronic ailment that took Erin over a year for her to recover.  The glitz and glamour lifestyle was replaced with being bed-ridden and living a small, dark, lonely  life.

Hearing Soto reflect back today, there’s still a pain in her eyes and her voice.  But a growing strength and courage in her soul.

Was her journey hard?  Yes.  Painful?  Yes.  Encouraging?  No. 

But, Erin wasn’t done yet.

Ironically, her body really thought she was finished.  She rarely left the house.  She couldn’t socialize with friends.  She forgot how to do the smallest tasks constantly, things like closing her house door; she would routinely black out as she walked through her neighborhood.

The things most people find common, this talented star was suddenly struggling to complete.

“No One Can See My Pain”

Even worse, her mind was playing tricks on her.  

This normally proud, healthy, optimistic person was suddenly having thoughts of self-harm.  It was a dark time.  The good news is, she knew better.  Luckily, she never acted on those dark, harmful thoughts.

Your Village Supports Your Recovery Journey

To meet Erin is to fall in love with her.  Her energy, her spirit, her intelligence, her motivation.  Luckily, even in her darkest moments after her trauma, Erin’s community rallied to cheer her on and find ways to help her while she struggled to live daily life.  She bravely chose to get professional mental help which also supported her and returned her closer to light and happiness.

She learned to over-power her own thoughts and regain positivity.  She now meditates daily and credits that mental strength with her return to courage and creativity.

“I used my imagination

to get back into the world”

Back on Set

Just over a year after her life-changing trauma, Erin was itching to get back to performing.  The injury focused her true passions in using her voice in acting.  Performing, acting, dancing.  But she was dealing with a very foreign feeling: insecurity.  Could she remember her dialogue?  Could her body move as gracefully as it used to?  Would she feel as comfortable acting as she did before?

As a performer, Erin had to “learn to walk” again.

Erin was eager to return and try.  She chose a small, local theater in SoCal’s modest San Fernando Valley.  

“To her surprise, relief and excitement,

all of her worries went away.”  

To her surprise, relief and excitement, all of her worries went away.  Her mind and body cooperated and she had a blast performing again in front of huge crowds.

“If something brings you joy,

push through your fears”

Today, Erin is busier than ever.  She’s currently working on projects for both stage and screen, taking meetings as an actress for both tv and film.

She credits her friends, family, health professionals and community with helping her overcome her dark moments.  Her continued meditation keeps her mind clear and strong.

As a performer, she’s excited to be in front of an audience – whether you’re watching her in-person on stage, on your television or on the big screen.

With confidence, motivation, discipline and support from your community, everyone can rebound from their challenges and return to what they love.  Erin Michele Soto is a brilliant and inspiring example of this.

Follow Erin Michele Soto on her social media at:

https://www.facebook.com/OfficialErinMicheleSoto

https://www.instagram.com/erinmichelesoto

https://twitter.com/erinmichelesoto

 

Treat Yourself to VIP treatment at Catalina Dry Bar in Bethlehem

Catalina Dry Bar in Bethlehem

Treat Yourself to a Great Experience

Blow outs never go out of style!

Whether you’d like a blow out for a fancy event or simply to up your hair game, Catalina Dry Bar provides luxurious blow outs at an affordable price.

Their goal is to provide you with VIP treatment so you walk out as the best version of yourself. Contact today and treat yourself to any one pampering services!

From word-of-mouth recommendations to online reviews, more people in the Lehigh Valley area are finding their way to Catalina Dry Bar!

Call today to schedule an appointment, or stop in and find out more.

Lehigh Valley’s premier beauty bar is Allentown’s Banks Beauty

Allentown’s Banks Beauty Bar

The Lehigh Valley’s premier beauty bar. Extensions Nails Make-up. Lashes & more.

Located on the Eastside of Allentown. Conveniently between Allentown and Bethlehem off of Union Blvd.

909 N Sherman Street, Allentown PA 18109

Banks Beauty Bar is aiming to be your one stop shop.

Housing some of the top beauty professionals in the Valley.

If you need a last minute appointment, please text 267-354-0416 they’ll do their best to accommodate you.

They include the hair with braided services, ponytails and locs (unless otherwise stated). Black and off black is provided.

When scheduling nail appointments please arrive with bare, acrylic and gel free nails. Otherwise, choose “Soak off” add-on.

Lehigh Valley’s Luxury Bridal Beauty Experience at Alisha Nycole & Co. in Easton

Lehigh Valley’s Luxury Bridal Beauty Experience at Alisha Nycole & Co. in Easton

At Alisha Nycole + CO they specialize in a luxury Bridal Beauty experience. They provide on-location hair & makeup services for special events in the Lehigh Valley and beyond. 

Driven by their Motto of #WeDOPerfect and #GetPerfectwithUs, they have cultivated a team of over 30 of the most sought after Bridal + Special Event Specialists. 

Their passion is delivering excellence from the time you inquire & chat with one of their Client Concierge staff members, through the booking process all the way up to the BIG Day with their Glam Team!

special occasions

They provide on location, high quality hair and makeup for special occasions.

Let they come to you and enhance your look for your wedding, photoshoot, sweet 16, prom, or other special occasion!

“Makeup Artistry should never mask or create a false confidence, but rather enhance a woman’s unique and favorite attributes.

Communication is key and makeup artistry is about creating a relationship with the client, listening to her concerns,

and bringing forth the best features.”

– Alisha Nycole

Healthy and Organic Beauty is ready for you at Sato Salon Organics in Allentown

Healthy and Organic Beauty is ready for you at Sato Salon Organics in Allentown

Sato Salon Organics has spent years doing the research for you because your health is as important to us as our own.

Sato Salon Organics products out-perform chemical brands in every way, including grey coverage and blonding. It’s not just about being healthy, it’s about your experience.

Sato Salon Organics offers a laid back, friendly atmosphere that focuses entirely on you, with plenty of perks.

Sato Salon Organics accomplished, experienced stylists and Master Colorist can give you exactly what you want, without the risk.

Allison H

  • Master colorist and balayage artist. (10yrs platform work/color educator/3 fashion week credits, published print and film work).

  • Trained with Sassoon, Bumble and Bumble, Kim Vo and more.

  • DevaCurl Technique Certified (Deva cutting and color for curls).

  • Blonding expert, efficient in a multitude of highlighting and high lift blonde techniques

  • Corrective color

Jennifer O

  • Classically trained cutter and colorist.

  • Balayage technique expertise.

  • Alternative shades.

  • Specialized keratin treatments, keratin certified.

  • Trained with Mastey De Paris, Keune, Sassoon and more.

Laura F

  • Specialized foil technique expertise.

  • Balayage.

  • Organic curl certified.

  • Precision cutter.

  • Expert blow-outs and finishing work.

  • Trained with Bumble and Bumble, Devachaun, Mastey De Paris, and more.

Ariana B

  • New Talent at Sato, with 4 years experience and having completed her Sato apprenticeship and advanced training, she is now joining our stylist team.

  • Hair Color Specialties include detailed Balayage techniques, fashion colors such as pastels and vivids, color melts and ombrès.

  • Nail services include Gel Manicures and Pedicures.

  • Completed Dēva Product Certification, and DēvaCurl Set and Treatment Certified.

Trudi Pina

  • Trudy has a passion to educate people to take care of their skin and themselves, your skin is the first step towards beauty and reflects your health . She reflects on her guests well being and wants to take some of the stress away!

  • 25 years as a certified esthetician in the lehigh valley.

  • Body waxing expert technician, full service waxing known for speed, efficiency, and comfort during your experience.

  • Green Envee Organic Skincare Certified. To many certifications to list including reflexology, Light Stim Therapy, Advanced Technology Acne Protocols, Collagen studies and advanced anti-aging protocols and more.

Michelle Fred

  • Many years experience with multiple forms of therapeutic massage. Including thai, traditional swedish, hot stone, reflexology and more.

  • 20 years as a certified massage therapist in the lehigh valley, and NYC.

  • Studied intensively in NYC and China adding additional techniques to her resume.

  • A physical therapy focused background

Bethlehem’s Apotheca Salon Specializes in Helping You Look and Feel Great

Apotheca Salon offers a full range of hair, beauty, and style services in a unique hybrid salon-boutique that feels just like home.

At Apotheca, their business is in helping you look and feel great.

Bethlehem’s Apotheca Salon offers a full array of hair, beauty, spa, and style services—all in a unique, cozy setting that feels more like home than a salon.

With a meticulous staff of experts, a shared passion for creativity, an eye for what’s new in the industry, and an obsession with getting the details just right, we’re here to work with you one-on-one to achieve exactly the look you’re after.


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Update your cut or color.

Unwind with a facial.

Curate your wardrobe.

Relax. Disconnect. From their sunny salon to homey boutique, they know you’ll feel as comfortable there as they do.

Perfect Balance of Beauty and Wellness at Steel Magnolia Spa & Salon in the Sands Bethlehem Outlets

Steel Magnolia Spa & Salon in Bethlehem features multiple services like massages, manicures, pedicures, facials, and more.

Located in the Sands Bethlehem Outlets.

Steel Magnolia Spa and Salon invites you to an environment of gracious hospitality and service.

Allow their experienced staff of licensed professionals to improve your self-image with personalized beauty and spa services.


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Whether you enjoy a manicure, pedicure, new hair style, facial or massage, you’ll find we offer the perfect balance of beauty and wellness services at our Bethlehem spa & salon.

Their spa packages include everything from hair, nails, facials, massages, body wraps, makeup, waxing, and sunless tanning.

Stress can be the cause of many negative factors affecting your life, which is why our spa & salon is here so you can put stress behind you.

They have the most relaxing location that allows you to get the most out of the experience. They guarantee you’ll leave feeling substantially better than when you first walked in the door.

So if you’ve been there before or are considering it, be open to trying new things and come see how we can help improve your looks as well as your calmness.

Everyone at Steel Magnolia Spa & Salon is dedicated to exceeding client expectations through excellence in service, exceptional team spirit, and paying extra attention to each client’s individual needs.

If you need a relaxing experience after a long hard week, this is the place.

So give them a call today to schedule an appointment or about hours, specials, and directions.

Located in Bethlehem PA, we serve clients from: the Lehigh Valley | Philadelphia | Central Pennsylvania | New Jersey | New York | Long Island

Hello Beautiful is Fogelsville’s Choice for Bridal and Beauty

Hello Beautiful is Fogelsville’s Choice for Bridal and Beauty

Your Hair and Makeup is such an important part of your special day! 

Always making sure to listen to your dreams for your desired look and exceed any expectations.  They offer airbrush makeup and are able to add eyelash and hair extensions. 

Also, On Location and In Salon Bridal Services.  They promise to take the stress off of the bride and bridal party to ensure they all look their best!

Hello Beautiful Salon and Boutique offers a salon level system to provide a career path of growth and achievement for team members and to offer several options for our guests to meet their diverse needs when it comes to salon services.

Guests may choose the stylist/level that compliments their requests from skill set to education and their beauty budget.

Their menu displays a “Starting At” price for services, as our team of stylists is classified by availability, education, and demand.

You may schedule a complimentary consultation to get exact cost of the service you are looking for.  Based on availability, education, and demand we offer 3 levels to choose from.

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