Orchid Neck Wraps are here!

Beautiful new Orchid print Neck Wrap are here!

With the change in fabric trends, this orchid print neck wrap has changed from the seafoam green prints.




Seafoam green mules are still available, for limited time and on Sale.
Check it out at De-Stress Essentials

More and more men want...

relaxation and serenity

Being human, it's simply a basic need. We withdraw for relaxation and come back revitalized. More men like women are seeking out relaxation and serenity. Reading los of articles on relaxation and wellness, the latest hot topic is the male and spa'ing. They are hungry for peace in this fast paced world. Thankfully these modern men are developing their yin for finding a place for cleansing and healing for both body and soul, getting in touch with their spiritual side.

If you're a male and reading this, I salute you! If you're a female reading this and know of a male in your life who could use some retreat time, I salute you! You are respecting the need for male space.

So here's some men straight talk in helping to create a home relaxation sanctuary. No fuss, no frills gift guide:

• Body Wrap in masculine colors and soft wide corduroy.
• Foot Cozy also in masculine colors and soft wide corduroy, to fit most men's large feet.
• Music to feed the soul and reduce stress
  
• Organic Body care... simple healthy ingredients
  
• Woods Aromastick, sandalwood, cedar, and musk
  

Buddha Nose Body Treats for a stress-free holiday

A quick shout out that Buddha Nose is now available at De-Stress!

After a long day, doesn't a warm bath set the stage for a peaceful, restorative night's sleep by signaling your body that it's time to rest. We encourage you to enhance your experience by indulging in our spa-inspired find, Buddha Nose Body Treat that will definitely nourish your body and spirit.

After a warm soak, I love to wrap myself in a comfy robe and a cozy foot mule for a truly soothing evening ritual. A soy candle fills my room with a calming scent of lavender to really take me to that blissful space.

Meditation Bath Salts Be still and breathe. Quiet the mind and concentrate on nothing.

Happy soaking!

style bakery's holiday gift guide features Luxurious Neck Wraps

Shop from the comfort of your home for a truly stress-free shopping experience AND shop Indie while you're at it!

We're offering 10% off ALL Comfort Essentials - neck wraps, eye pillows, body wraps and oh so cozy foot mules in this year's Style Bakery's huge Holiday Gift Guide. Find us in 50 under $50.

About our NECK WRAPS: Bliss in a bag. Drift into total relaxation with these luxurious neck wraps. The ultimate in relaxation and stress relief. Available in many pretty fabrics. Comes with eco-chic jute tote.

** When purchasing neck wraps or any comfort essentials you must use code: StyleHoliday06 in comments section; free shipping on orders over $100. Adjustment will take place after checkout.

You know what you want. Click here to be taken directly to Comfort Essentials.

Happy Shopping!

where to find us: Holiday Boutique Dec 3rd

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many uses for the eye pillow

One of my favorite spa items I own is the eye pillow. It's also one of those items that can be easily tossed aside if it's out sight. To prevent this, I keep it visible on my side table ready to use, stored away in its jute bag.

I use it a few ways.

1- As an end to doing a few sun salutations at home, I end a yoga session with shavasana - deep relaxation - where I lie on my back with my lavendar filled eye pillow on and accept the aromatherapy. I am completely relaxed and my mind quiet and still.
Tip** for a more intense relaxation, microwave eye pillow for a few seconds. You will love the warm feeling.

2- I also bring my eye pillow to yoga class so I can look forward to relaxation even more... in a room full of other yogis. Laying there with my eye pillow I enjoy a total feeling of accomplishment after a solid seventy five minutes of practice!

3- Great for a quick power nap. The eye pillow completely blocks out the light so there are no visual distractions. It's designed to fit above the nose, so it's a comfortable fit.

4- I take it along when travelling. In unfamiliar hotel rooms, it takes longer for me to fall into my zzzz's. The pillow is the comfort.

5- I started toting my eye pillow to the beach recently. I put a cover on it though so muse won't get sand on it while she's digging to get cool. When Muse sees it, she knows it's my time. Muse relaxes quietly next to me.

Holiday Boutique show Dec 3rd mark your calendars

Let the Season Begin!
Mark your social and shopping calendars.

What: Holiday Boutique Show event
When: Sunday December 3rd, 12pm - 4pm
Where: Tone-Up Santa Barbara
36 W Calle Laureles (de la vina and state)
Santa Barbara

Join us for a day in celebration of creativity and shop early for a stress-free holiday, Santa Barbara style - fun, care-free!

This holiday's creative cast will include:
Yachtie-Girl, apparel for the boat and beyond
Bella Notte 2 - lingerie by Jean Babbe
Jan Winn Jewelry Designs
Alex Clothing - vintage bags and clothes
Dorothy Turk scarves
Teal Turk - hand designed T-shirts
Cathy Fletcher Baskets
Thomas Rhodes Jewelry
Alycia Rhodes - hand painted greeting cards
Karen Schoer - knit purses
Little Bumble - baby t's
Cindy & Mark DeAnda - Cookbook/CD sets
(and finally, me) Destress Essentials - soylicious candles, aromasticks, comfort essentials, bath & body

Social consciousness and support of entrepreneurship and creativity is an important value of De-Stress Essentials. A portion of our proceeds and all other fabulous vendors will be donated to The Unity Shoppe in Santa Barbara. On their website, they write: "If we help with "basic needs" we can prevent "homelessness and welfare dependency". No progress is possible without shelter, food and clothing. And we can't agree more.

Pampered Papas

Father's Day is just around the corner. If you're looking for a gift a little more exciting than the traditional tie, consider a pampering treat for dad. Can't forget that father's need pampering too.

We've got the perfect pampering solution -- comfort essentials. Soothing herbal body wraps and herbal foot cozys!

They come in masculine colors and larger to fit men's size.

Get it now, in time for Father's day. Foot cozys and body wraps come in matching colors and fabrics. Hopefully your dad will take note of the matching body wrap and foot cozy you dutifully chose.
Men's essentials