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It’s no secret that stress levels are at an all-time high -- that’s why methods to counteract stress and anxiety are a hot topic these days. Our special guest Mani Srinivasan says that most of us need breathing techniques more than we know. In today’s “always on” world, our bodies are in a perpetual state of sympathetic nervous system overload. In other words, we are stuck in fight-or-flight mode.

Mani joins us today to talk about the most accessible, free tool at our disposable to interrupt the stress

the Benefits of Breathing Exercises are for Everyone

Essentially, BreatheFreeNow teaches how to use breathing as a healing and grounding mechanism. “Where tension goes, energy flows,” Mani says.

Tools for Better Breathing Whenever You Need Them

Celebrity beauty secrets are such a mystery. Our favorite celebrities always look so good when we see them on the big screen or in a magazine. Surely they must have beauty tips that we know nothing about, right?

Some of the best celebrity beauty secrets in Hollywood will be revealed today by our special guest, Ebby Antigua. Ebby has mingled with celebrities for years as the Fashion & Creative Editor of Latina magazine, getting all the details of their makeup and beauty routines.

Celebrity Beauty Secrets Revealed

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SWAAY is the women’s media powerhouse that we all needed, featuring articles and tips on what women really care about - from subscription delivery packages created by women, to how to juggle a business and a pregnancy. At its core, SWAAY features the full, unabridged story of female entrepreneurs, from their successes to their collective issues within the industry.

SWAAY editor Belisa Silva joins us today to talk about what SWAAY is all about - supporting women entrepreneurs who are changing the world as we know it. Belisa has been fashion editor for over a decade and has a few stories to tell of her own as a successful businesswoman.

The Beauty Industry and Female Entrepreneurship

“Women are at the forefront of innovation in our industry. Women are the ones coming up with these unique brands,” Belisa says, referring to the natural, organic, cruelty-free ingredients that dominated the convention -- and the entire beauty industry.

Because of the undeniable influence of women owned businesses, the beauty industry as a whole has been moving toward “radical transparency,” meaning that the company creating and distributing a beauty product is transparent about where the ingredients and labor come from. “Consumers are more skeptical than ever before and don’t believe big brands,” Belisa adds. Female entrepreneurs are brilliantly able to pick up on this and give their buyers the transparency they want. Many even post pictures of the production process on social media.

Financial Challenges for Women Entrepreneurs

But women have found a clever way to get around their lack of funding -- using social media as leverage. Many of these women-owned businesses rely on product feedback from their followers on social media, forging an intimate relationship between producer and consumer. This is especially helpful considering how fast turnaround has to be these days to keep up with the latest beauty craze.

Empower Female Owned Businesses by Supporting SWAAY

Stay up-to-date with SWAAY by following SWAAY on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @swaaymedia.

A facialist is probably the last place we’d go to get in shape. But we work out our legs, abdomens, arms, and plenty of other body parts -- so why don’t we ever work out our faces?

Holistic Facial Massage

In fact, Rachel has been practicing high touch facial massage for over 25 years and has collaborated with the likes of Aveda, Clinique, Aveeno, and Biotherm. She even has her own successful brand, FaceLove.

Facial Massage Strokes for All Kinds of Folks

In other words, FaceLove is a facial massage technique that focuses on the facial muscles to make the face look more vibrant and youthful.

Rachel uses her facial skin care knowledge along with a few traditional indigenous techniques to create this eclectic facial massage. And due to concerns about clients with sensitive skin, FaceLove massages only have one ingredient -- water!

And believe it or not, water-only facials like FaceLove can be incredibly effective. Rachel says that using just water allows her to better grab and grip the facial muscles until clients can feel a “good hurt,” like a good workout session at the gym.

Facial Muscle Massage: Work Those Muscles!

With a total of 57 muscles in the face, it’s no wonder that working the facial muscles has so many benefits!

See for Yourself the Innovation of the Facial Massage Industry

Now, facial muscle massage is gaining popularity in a variety of forms (even including facial yoga!) FaceLove has a devoted following across the country and is hoping to be able to award students with FaceLove facial massage certifications in the future.

To stay updated with what FaceLove is doing, follow on Facebook or Instagram @love_facelove.com. You can also visit the FaceLove website for more information (and even book your first facial massage!)

Today’s special guest went from being a real estate agent to owning one of the most notorious tanning salons on Sunset Strip, to owning a rejuvenation center frequented by celebrities. (His tanning salon was so popular that it had its own reality television show on E! Network. Talk about finding your true calling!)

Devin Haman joins us to talk about the Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center, one of his latest projects. This rejuvenation center combines science with beauty to make people feel decades younger -- inside and out. This endeavor was inspired by the changes Devin noticed in his body as he was aging. Despite the fact that he was working out regularly and eating right, he noticed he was having trouble sleeping and keeping weight off.

The reason why Devin has been able to enjoy so much success in the beauty rejuvenation industry is that he understands our fascination with youth isn’t just about looking younger. When we really start to feel the effects of aging, it’s not just about the aesthetics of looking younger anymore. We want to be able to feel the way we used to feel, too.

Luckily, a youthful spring in your step is easier to get than ever. In the last 12 years, medical rejuvenation spa technology has advanced spectacularly. In comparison to the past, most anti-aging treatments have better results and a quicker recovery time.

Rejuvenation Spa for Anti-Aging

One popular product is HRT, or hormone replacement therapy. HRT has been proven to ease the hormonal imbalances that come with aging, making patients feel rejuvenated and more full of energy.

Another interesting medical rejuvenation spa innovation Devin Haman practices in his office is the CVAC pod. The CVAC, or the Cyclic Variations in Adaptive Conditioning pod, is a tool that works by constantly changing the barometric pressure inside the pod. The result, especially after a few treatments, is increased energy and ability to focus. And the best part? There’s virtually no recovery time needed.

Rejuvenate, Look Younger, And Keep Up!

Want to learn more about Devin Haman and nearby rejuvenation centers? Visit the Beverly Hill Rejuvenation website and follow on Twitter @BHrejuvcenter or Facebook.

Being a parent is an important job, but it’s not an easy one. So many new responsibilities are added to your life - more than you’ve ever had before. It comes to a point when many parents find that they’re filling their free time without the kids with errands. As a result, self care for parents is a topic that many of us just don’t have. We don’t feel like we have the time.

Ericka Souter joins us to talk about the importance of self care for parents. Ericka is a regular contributor to award-winning blog mommy blog, Mom.me. She is also a regular on World News Tonight, Good Morning America, and Nightline, often talking about news affecting parents and children.

Self Care Isn’t Selfish

The benefits of self care far outweigh the bad. When you’ve had a chance to breathe and be yourself again, that translates to the way you parent. So how do you overcome the feelings of guilt and selfishness for taking time out for yourself? You just have to acknowledge that you deserve some enjoyment and relaxation. But many people don’t understand the importance of self care for parents until they’ve been neglecting themselves for so long that they’ve hit a wall. “Many people have to try it before they realize the benefits,” Ericka adds.

Ericka’s Self Care Checklist for Saving Sanity

Stay in Touch with Ericka to Learn More About Self Care and Parenting

In the meantime, practice self care by pampering yourself with these easy, at-home beauty tips!

The skin care market for men is thriving more than ever before. Beard oils, men’s skin care products, and grooming tools are filling men’s cabinets all across America. Men are really beginning to feel comfortable with experimenting with their looks. But why?

Men’s Skin Care Products: A Booming Industry

“The older generation has become more relaxed in the workplace… and the younger generation is surrounded by images of themselves on social media,” he says. Both of these points have sparked interest in men experimenting with their look and taking a more active role in their skin care. The Movember Movement has also sparked interest in men’s grooming.

What is the Movember Movement?

So how do you get involved in the Movember craze? During the entire month of November, men participating in the movement grow out their facial hair. It becomes a great hook to start a conversation about men’s health.

With so many people participating in Movember every year, it becomes clear to see why men are more concerned with their grooming these days. Not only does it support a great cause, but it opens the door for men to experiment with their looks.

Men’s Facial Grooming Tips from the Expert

For blemish-free skin, he swears by using sunscreen regularly and eating a diet high in antioxidants. Even better, this combination can help prevent skin cancer.

“Beard oils are generally good for all skin types,” he adds. Beard oils tend to be light and watery while still giving the skin under your beard the moisture it needs.

Want more men’s grooming tips? Visit Barret’s website, The Grooming Editor and follow him on Twitter and Instagram @BarretWertz.

The first time all natural skin care line owner Sarah Tay ate an orange from a grocery store, she was taken aback. She’d grown up eating organically grown fruit in her parents’ orchard and found that commercially grown fruit tasted… different. And not in a necessarily good way.

So when you think about it, why wouldn’t the artificial ingredients we apply on our skin follow the same principle? Sarah Tay thought so. That’s why she only picks natural ingredients for skin care brand, TAY skincare.

Why Choose Organic Skin Care?

Sarah believes that what we put on our bodies is just as important as what we put in our bodies, which is why it’s important to read the ingredient labels of our beauty products just like we look at the nutrition facts of the food eat. This is especially true of the skin, which is the largest organ of our bodies.

Taking Care of Your Body with Natural Ingredients for Skin Care

Sarah suggests a holistic approach when it comes to skin care. You can maximize your organic skin care regimen just by taking preventative measures to protect your skin. “You can have the most impressive skin care products in the world, but if you’re not drinking enough water, it won’t be as effective,” Sarah says.

To learn more, visit the Tay skincare website and stay in touch by following social media @tayskincare.