By Allison Bredemeyer Photography by Beth Dukes I remember the first time I noticed that my grandmother’s skin was different than mine. I pulled up the top of her hand and asked, “Why do you have elbow skin on your hand?” At 43 years old, I am horrified that I asked her that question, and I now have my own “elbow skin” hands. Abilene Scene met with three experts in … [Read more...]
Health Topics: Skincare
By Bailey LeRoux Endless numbers of treatments, products and tools on the market claim to be the multistep problem solver for all your skincare woes. How to cut through the noise and find answers? We turned to local Abilene experts for tips. No Purchase Necessary While you can spend plenty of money on numerous products and treatments, you can also care for your skin with … [Read more...]
Rest Wellness Center and Day Spa
1510 Ben Richey Dr. Abilene, TX 79602 (325) 899-3209 restwellness.com WHAT Rest Wellness Center and Day Spa offers holistic healing, treatment and relaxation. The facility includes a full spectrum infrared sauna, Hyperthermic Ozone and Carbonic Acid Transdermal Technology, a holistic esthetician, massage therapy, Pulsed Electro-magnetic Field Therapy, floatation therapy … [Read more...]
Girls’ Night Out at the Barre
Not the bar mind you. We took the healthier approach and tried a Pure Barre style fitness class at the new Huffington Pilates Studio on Hospital Drive. As a dancer it’s an interesting experience to try this style of fitness. At ballet class the point is to focus almost exclusively on the details of perfect technical execution. In the barre class you are just here to have fun … [Read more...]
Health in the Home with Dr. Ashley Hall
Q&A with Dr. Ashley Hall, allergy/immunology specialist Ragweed, cedar, hay – those allergens, you know. But after a long winter of staying indoors, could your allergy triggers actually be inside, rather than out? Scene consulted with Dr. Ashley Hall to better understand how to deal with allergens hiding in your home. What are some of the most common allergens … [Read more...]