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Beautify your Skin. Organic Skin Care is what it Deserves

Sunday, October 4th, 2009

There is a multitude of different ways that you can beautify your skin from head to toe, but the best way is always to use products that are natural, healthy for your skin and in most cases, organic.

Face it, organic skin care is the very best that skin care has to offer, and this is exactly what your skin deserves. So if you want to beautify your skin the right way, you should be using organic skin care products that promote health and beauty in a natural way.

If you are part of that truly large percentage of women that are experiencing skin sensitivity issues, then organic skin care is likely going to be the perfect answer for you. Organic skin care formulas are rich in fruit extracts, natural essential oils and a number of other natural and organic ingredients that have very little history of ever causing an unpleasant reaction or activating irritation or redness of the skin. What this means is that potentially, organic skin care products can be the skin care regimen solution that you have been looking for all along.

Make sure that you are thoroughly reading all of the labels and understanding all of the ingredients contained within organic skin care products that you choose even if you do not have skin sensitivity issues. Just because the products are organic, that does not mean that there won’t be an ingredient in there that you just happen to be allergic to. Understanding what you are applying to your body is vitally important, so you should not simply trust the “certified organic” label, but rather actually take the time to get to know the products that you are using.

Organic skin care products such as natural body washescontain a lot of really natural ingredients. You are more likely to find milk, oatmeal, honey and cinnamon than long and confusing chemical names that leave you scratching your head. What would you rather rub on your skin, milk and honey or phthalates?

Organic skin care is good both for your body and our environment, because anything that does not contain chemical compounds and additives is going to break down much more easily without causing any harm to animals, flowers, trees or the environment in general. If you have not already tried out organic skin care products, then what are you waiting for? Now is the chance for you to beauty your skin while giving your face and your body a real taste of what nature is all about. Nothing is capable of nourishing your body as effectively as organic skin care products, because no product could be as natural or nourishing as a product that is filled with elements from the earth and the environment like fruit extracts, natural essential oils and elements like milk, honey, sugar and spices for example.

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Panasonic Massage Chairs

Tuesday, July 14th, 2009

Panasonic is introducing two new lines. They are mid level line is called their urban collection. This features new contemporary designs for the urban lifestyle. The other line is the Real Pro Ultra massage recliners. The Real Pro Ultra has a long list of features and soothing massage programs. Panasonic offers a full range of massage recliners in the mid-and high-end ranges.

The new urban collection is a much needed upgrade from previous Panasonic designs. These new contemporary styled massage recliners are much better looking than ever before. They have added a few designer touches and have made the leg rest in two versions. The leg rest can be built onto the chair or can be separate with a leg ottoman.

The model that comes with the separate leg ottoman is the Panasonic EP 1082. The leg ottoman comes equipped with a system of eight airbags. You get quite a variety of massage therapies included in the EP 1082. There is also a new massage technique integrated into this recliner called the chiropractic style massage. This is to help with more thorough muscle relaxation.

Another model in the new Urban Collection is the EP-1285. This model is similar to the EP 1082, with the exception of the attached leg rest. This massage chair has the built-in leg ottoman. The number of airbags and the EP 1285 is 14. This provides better coverage for compression massage for your legs.

Panasonic has included the Swede Atsu floating massage heads. This uses to war for firm rubber massage heads. The new urban collection provides for an accurate simulation of the hand movements of a master masseuse. It also includes technology to identify your acupoints on your back.

it as a regular leg ottoman or flip it to get a leg massage. You can choose a kneading massage of the calves or stands or select a leg scratch. The leg ottoman of the EP 1082 can be used with any other chair in your home.

Panasonic has now introduced its Real Pro Ultra massage chair line. This is their high-end luxury line. The Real Pro Ultra has many of the most advanced features offered by Panasonic. The models start with EP 30003 up to EP 30007. These boast technologies such as the three-dimensional body scanning and the advanced quad style rollers.

The Real Pro Ultra EP 30003 comes with a new quad style roller mechanism. This specially designed roller follows the contour of your spine. These massage heads will actually open and close which allows for some additional massage movements. It has the grasping and just motions for additional soothing relief.

The Real Pro Ultra line comes with three the body scan technology. The roller mechanism will scan up and down your back. It then creates a three-dimensional virtual map of your back. It locates the top of your shoulders and will adjust the program to follow the curve of your spine. This provides a much more tailored massage.

The next model up is the EP 30004 from Panasonic. This massage chair includes upper body stretching and an arm massage. The EP 30004 has specially designed the armrest that lifts up. You can stick your hand and arm inside and received an air compression massage. And upper body stretching system utilizes the airbags to hold your arm while it reclines the chair back to stretch the arms and shoulders.

There are three other models completing out the Real Pro Ultra line by Panasonic. The model 30005 contains a more penetrating massage called ultra deep. However, the shoulder and hip airbags have been removed in this model. The models EP 30006 and EP 30007 are identical massage chairs except that the EP 30007 is manufactured in Japan. This completes the current lineup of Panasonic’s plan massage chair line.

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Massage Chairs Are The Practical Alternative to a Massage Therapist

Wednesday, July 8th, 2009

Are you ready for a day at the spa? But you just can’t seem to make enough time? Well, it is even more important today in times of stress, to make time for relaxation. This helps us better cope with the trauma associated with stress in our lives. One of the biggest problems of getting effective relaxation is convenience. Has our time has become more viable, we need practical ways to maximize it. Receiving periodic frequent massage therapy is certainly beneficial. Massage chairs provide the perfect way to provide effective relief when you need it.

There is a big shift in people wanting natural treatments and products. Many people have become suspicious of Big Medicine and Big Pharmaceuticals. They are seeking natural treatments and prevention. Massage therapy provides a range of natural remedies for your soreness and stiffness.

Massage therapy has been glamorized an elevated to a treatment always for the rich and famous. This could be no further from the truth. The reality is that massage therapy can benefit everyone.

Whenever you are under stress, your body reacts. The typical reaction of your body is to be ready for action. It may turn more defensive or offenses in your bodily reaction. In any case, the body is primed to take action.

When we come under stress, our body releases adrenaline. This primes the pump and increases the heart rate and blood flow. The body also goes into self protect mode. It redirects blood to critical processes for immediate action. Other less important processes are minimized. We are ready for action, but do we actually take action?

Many of the types of stress commonly found in modern times are psychological. We tend to stress about paying the rent or changing jobs. The uncertainty causes our mind to become anxious. This causes the body to be primed for action that never comes.

These psychological stresses impact the body. It initiates the stress reaction in our bodies. This results in a build up in tension and stiffness. The muscles and joints are readied to work at an elevated rate, but there is no physical release.

To help release the stiffness in tension in the body, frequent massage therapy is an excellent means to combat stress. These treatments target the soft tissue areas which are aching and sore.

Part of the massage experience is to relax your mind. The mind needs to be calm and quiet. This enables the body to relax. This helps to remove tension and stiffness from the body. If you are unable to relax your mind, then it is harder for your muscles to relax.

One of the keys to get relief from stress is to counteract it as it occurs. Prevention is the best medicine. However, with stress you must retard its build up. If you take action while is starting to build, then you will minimize its effect.

The most convenient way to get frequent massage therapy is with a massage chair. This allows you to have a treatment on demand. It easily accommodates your busy schedule and allows you to take advantage of shorter treatments. You also have peace of mind in not having to go to an appointment at a specified time.

A massage chair is a great compliment to your overall health program. It can be easily integrated into your lifestyle. Use it to warm up before stretching and exercise. Or you can use it as warm down after physical exertion. You don’t need an excuse, just grab a seat and relax. The massage chair will do the rest.

Massage chairs are the most convenient way to get frequent massage therapy. With the touch of a button, you can enjoy a full body massage. Slip on the included headphones and let the music relax your mind. Your body will be relieved of its tension with a Swedish, shiatsu or reflexology massage. Massage chairs provide a multitude of techniques when you most need them.

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Review of Panasonic EP 1285 Massage Chair Recliner

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

This is a massage chair review of the new Panasonic EP 1285. The EP 1285 is the luxury model of the new line of contemporary urban massage chairs. This is a new and contemporary design change for the Panasonic brand. We will take a look at the new features of this chair. We will also present the warranty coverage and other salient information.

Looking for a massage chair is very exciting. There are many interesting features styles and models to compare. However, one of the basic areas you need to check is the warranty coverage. The warranty coverage is your long-term protection against problems. You want to be able to use your chair and not have to worry about anything that could go wrong in the future.

The EP 1285 comes with their standard one-year coverage on parts. It also provides for one year of on-site service or in-home service. This is an important aspect of warranty coverage as it is better to have it serviced in your home rather than you have to take it somewhere. The rollers in the chair back are covered for three years. This is basic warranty coverage and you may want to consider getting an extended warranty.

This new contemporary urban massage recliner series is a welcome departure from the traditional mundane designs typically from Panasonic. They have been famous for their sterile industrial designs in the past. The new contemporary series brings a fresh look to the line.

This massage chair comes equipped with nine manual massage techniques. This is a tremendous variety at this price point. You can find massage techniques such as Swedish, shiatsu, Hawaiian and chiropractic. These massages can be targeted for a specific area like your shoulders or lower back. This is great to release specific areas of tension that you may have.

You also get for pre-programs included with this chair. Pre-programs are automatic massage programs that control the whole chair. This allows you to push a single button and receive a full body massage. You can also adjust the chair to your shoulder height for a more customized massage.

The leg rest comes with an air ottoman system. The leg rest provides massage coverage for both the calves and the feet. The bottom portion of the leg rest of it’s to allow you to stake your legs through. The air ottoman also comes with 12 airbags to provide better coverage of the calves and feet.

The EP 1285 also comes with a like stretch. The leg stretch utilizes the leg rest to stretch out the lower body. The leg rest is raised horizontal and the airbags are activated to hold the feet. The leg rest is then lowered slowly to three different positions to stretch out the lower body.

The EP 1285 also uses the latest sweetheart to urban massage technology from Panasonic. This technology uses two or four rubber massage heads. These massage heads are used to replicate the palm, heel of the hand and the thumbs. This unique design is patterned after the movements of a master masseuse.

Panasonic is beginning to understand the importance of matching the interior decorations with suitable massage chair designs. This is a start in the right direction. The nine manual massage programs are a good feature included in this lounger. The air compression massage for the lower legs is pretty effective in helping the circulation of the lower legs. The stretching system is also a nice feature at this price point. If you are looking for a massage chair in this price range then check this one out in more detail.

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M-2 Orion Massage Chair Provides Full Body Massage

Tuesday, May 19th, 2009

The M-2 Orion is a full body massage chair from Omega Massage. This entry level massage chair is the most complete massage chair in its class. The contemporary design of the M-2 Orion is a compliment to your home or office. The Orion massage recliner provides a thorough and invigorating massage to help relieve your stress and tensions. Here are some of the key features of the M2 massage recliner.

Automatic Programs: The Orion massage chair has three massage programs that are pre-programmed into the massage chair. Select the program from the timed massages of 5, 10 or 15 minutes. The Orion sets out a therapeutic massage treatment for your relaxation pleasure.

3 Manual Massage Techniques: The M-2 has 3 manual massage techniques. Manual massage techniques are specific massage movements which are designed to provide different therapy options. These manual massages are applied by the roller mechanism contained in the chair back and are for relieving tension in the back, shoulders and neck. Select from kneading, swaying and rolling. Kneading provides a side to side pinching motion. Swaying provides a side to side motion to loosen tight back muscles. The rolling massage helps to slightly move each vertebra as the rollers move up and down the back.

Manual Massage Areas: The Orion lets you choose a specific area for receiving your back massage. The massage in the chair back is performed by mechanical rollers. The rollers can perform kneading, rolling or swaying massage. You can choose from 4 areas of your back for the massage to be performed. The four areas of massage are full back, lower back, upper back and pinpointing. If you have an ache in the shoulder area, then select kneading and then select upper back. Let the massage penetrate the area. Next, select pinpoint and then direct the rollers right to the source of the ache and let it soothe and relieve it.

Seat Massage: The M2 Orion massage recliner has 8 massage heads built into the seat of the chair. These 8 massage heads provide for a stimulating and invigorating massage of the buttocks and thighs. Select from 3 different levels of intensity to soothe your sore spots. You can also activate the seat vibration to help stimulate the capillary vessel which increases blood flow in the buttocks and thighs.

Legrest Massage: Get the full body experience with the Orion massage chair. The leg rest is extendable out and extra four inches. This accommodates taller users and also lets the user target the part of the leg most in need of concentration. Slip your legs in and choose from three levels of massage penetration.

Contemporary Styling: The M-2 Orion is designed to look more like an executive chair. It has a slim profile and is a great compliment to any room in the house. The remote control is stored underneath the arm in a form fitted location underneath the armrest. The M-2 is a full sized chair and delivers a firm and invigorating massage therapy.

The Orion massage chair is an entry level massage chair that packs a punch. The sleek looks of the chair makes you think its more design than function. The M-2 provides for very invigorating and ultimately very soothing massages. The kneading and swaying massage penetrate rather effectively. The seat massage gives a soothing massage to the buttocks and thighs. This massage chair is deceivingly effective.

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Best Mid Level Shiatsu Massage Chair Recliners

Monday, February 9th, 2009

There are many massage chairs on the market today. Consumers have more choices now than at any other time. With so many choices, how can you find the best one for your individual needs? We are going to walk through the best mid range massage chairs that you can get. The mid range massage recliners are in the $2,000 to $3,000 range.

Based on our testing and many of our customer’s recommendations, we have assembled the list of the top three mid level massage chairs available today. These massage chairs not only deliver value, but also awesome massage therapy. We also will point out their warranty coverage so you get a complete snapshot of each of the massage chairs.

The top three mid range models are from the three top manufacturers. These are Omega, Panasonic and Sanyo. These companies put a high priority on thorough and effective massage therapy. These companies build their massage chairs with exciting extras to make your total massage experience. They also provide solid warranty coverage for your long term protection and enjoyment. So what are the best midrange massage chairs available?

Omega OM-510 Prestigio: The Prestigio mean Prestige in Italian. The design is certainly racy like many Italian designed products. The Prestigio is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and the most beautiful massage chair available. The Prestigio also packs a punch on the massage treatment side by providing a deeply penetrating massage therapy. It is particularly effective in reaching the lumbar area than any chair we have tried.

Your lower body is in for some serious relief with the Prestigio. The air compression massage system covers your buttocks, thighs, calves and feet. Enjoy a soothing and relieving reflexology foot massage. There is even a knee stretch incorporated to help improve your flexibility and range of motion. The Prestigio is backed with the following warranty: frame for 5 years, parts for 3 years, labor for 3 years and in home repair for 90 days. This is an outstanding warranty on one of the best values in massage chairs available.

Sanyo SA 5000: The SA5000 is the mid range model from Sanyo. The SA 5000 has many of the same features as its higher end model the DR7700. This recliner comes with the GK roller system. The GK rollers literally reach out over the shoulders. This unique function helps to provide the shoulder with a thorough and relieving massage.

The Sanyo SA-5000 is a unique blend of massage therapy and advanced electronic features that truly enhance your massage experience. There is a physical shape sensor that tracks your body’s movement in the massage chair. As you move, the massage program is adjusted to compensate for your new position. There is a stiffness detector which is based on lie detector technology. This stiffness detector monitors your pulse and level of perspiration from your finger. From this information it determines where you have tension in your muscles and it focuses the massage on relieving those points. The warranty coverage included with the SA 5000 has 5 years on the roller mechanism, 1 year parts, 1 year labor and 1 year in home repair service. This is truly an innovative massage chair and a glimpse into the future of robotic massage therapy.

Panasonic EP30003: The EP-30003 is the first of the new series by Panasonic which is the Real Pro Ultra. The EP30003 highlights a brand new massage technique exclusive to Panasonic. This is an ultra fine kneading massage named Junetsu in Japanese. This massage works out your knots by providing small, circular motions that reverberate completely through the muscle tissue to the bone to provide relief.

Need a good stretch? The EP-30003 comes with a lower body stretching function. The leg rest will hold your feet, raise and then lower slowly to stretch the leg muscles. This is a great way to improve your range of motion and to increase your flexibility. This can be activated at any time during the massage and is integrated seamlessly into the program. The EP-30003 comes with the following warranty coverage: 3 years for parts, 1 year for labor, 1 year for in home technician service. The EP-30003 is the first in the new Real Pro Ultra series by Panasonic.

There you have it. These are the best of the best in the midrange massage chair market. These massage chairs provide thorough and effective massage therapy. They are designed with advanced technological features. You get solid warranty coverage which will give you years of soothing massage therapy. These are the massage chair recliners to scout out for the mid range models.

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Review of the Sanyo HEC-SR1000K Massage Chair Recliner

Tuesday, February 3rd, 2009

Sanyo has a full range of massage chairs in their product line. We are going to take an in depth view of the entry level model for Sanyo. The model SR 1000K is the subject of this product review. Our reviews are systematic and we judge any massage chair is five critical areas. We give a point rating of up to twenty points per area for a total possible score of 100. This is the SR-1000K massage chair recliner by Sanyo.

Warranty Coverage & Customer Service: We start with the warranty coverage because this is your long term protection. Massage chairs are complex machines and obtaining sufficient warranty coverage is always advised. Sanyo covers the SR-1000K recliner with the following warranty: You get 3 years coverage for the roller mechanism, 1 year labor coverage, 1 year parts coverage and 1 year in home service coverage. This is a great warranty for an entry level massage chair. Sanyo also has moved to a national call center which has also improved customer service. We rate the warranty coverage and customer service a 19.

Comfort & Ergonomics: Quite simply, a massage chair needs to be comfortable to sit in. We have seen some chairs that could not be used other than when the massage is running. Sanyo has figured this out and the SR1000 is a comfortable chair. The controller is well laid out and easy to figure out. The main power is to the side which takes a short training period to remember. The foot massager takes getting use to flipping out which is somewhat cumbersome. We give this chair a 17 for comfort and ergonomics.

Ease of Use: This is perhaps a category because it is a pet peeve of ours. Let’s face it our world is getting more complex and so are the devices in it. It is the responsibility of the maker of these items to keep it simple. We found the remote to have too many steps to get what you want compared to other massage chairs. This was surprising given that it was a Sanyo. But nevertheless, it is what it is. We rate the SR-1000 a 16 for ease of use.

Key Features: This massage chair comes with the Sanyo stiffness detector. The stiffness detector uses technology borrowed from lie detectors. The stiffness detector in the SR 1000 can sense tightness in the muscles of the body and other points of stress. The user holds the side of the remote and the chair can detect these areas of stiffness. The chair will then target these areas for relief. The other interesting feature is the shape sensor. The shape sensor takes a measurement of the position of the shoulders. The chair then identifies where the shoulders are at and adjusts the massage accordingly. The rollers width will then become less when it gets to your shoulders and for your neck area. These are some advanced electronic features that are unique to Sanyo. We give a rating of 18 for key features.

Massage Therapy: The SR-1000 comes with automatic and manual massage techniques. The automatic massages are named Recovery and Relax. Relax is a soothing type massage and Recovery is more vigorous for after more strenuous activity. The manual massages come with 3 massage techniques but also have two stretching capabilities. The stretching can be used in combination with the 3 massage techniques. The leg rest is capable to massage both the calves and the feet providing virtually a full body massage capability. The SR1000 earns a 17 for its massage therapy.

The Sanyo SR 1000K scored 87/100 points in our rating scale. The SR-1000 has some very unique electronic features for an entry level massage chair. It has one of the strongest warranty coverage for its price range. The foot massager can be hidden from view which adds to the aesthetics of the chair. The chair comes with a nice wood accents adding to its design flair. The massage therapy is effective. This is certainly a great value for its class. If you are looking for a massage chair recliner in this category the SR-1000K certainly merits your consideration.

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Product Review Omega Montage Premier Massage Chair

Sunday, February 1st, 2009

This review covers the Montage Premier massage chair which is produced by Omega Massage. Omega is known for its striking designs, advanced features and strong and effective massage therapy. The Montage Premier is Omega’s top of the line for the Omega brand. We will make a review of the features, functions and warranty coverage of this advanced massage chair recliner.

Let us start with the warranty coverage provided by Omega Massage for the Montage Premier massage chair. You can think of the warranty coverage as an insurance policy. And just like insurance you hope you never need it, but just in case, you are covered. The warranty coverage you get with the Montage Premier is five years on the frame. You get three years for both parts and labor. Omega covers free parts shipping for the first year. You also get 90 days technician field service. This is the best warranty provided directly from the factory of massage chairs in its class.

What about the features? Let us take a look at the advanced features of the Montage Premier. When you start the massage, the Montage Premier makes a scan of your back. It locates your neck and shoulders and maps out your acupressure points. These data points are feed into the computer program. The program is then adjusted based on your individual map of your body.

The Montage Premier comes with a virtual arsenal of massage therapy treatments to choose from. There are five pre-programmed or automatic massage treatments. Each of these has a theme. You have warm up and warm down techniques called Morning and Night, respectively. There are also more vigorous massages named Vitality, Activation and Relaxation. You can also choose from the 4 manual massage treatments.

Omega has integrated an air compression massage for the lower body in the Montage Premier. The air compression massage uses a squeeze, hold and release technique to relieve tightness and fatigue in the major muscles of the lower body. The air compression massage uses a compressor that inflates the air bags located in the massage chair. You can also adjust the intensity of the air compression to four levels of intensity ranging from gentle to firm pressure.

This massage chair was designed for the American market. It can accommodate persons up to 6′ 6″ and 300lbs. You get 30 inches of travel for the roller mechanism which covers the back, neck and shoulders. The leg rest can be extended out another 4 inches for those with longer legs. Most massage chairs are designed in Asia and exported to the American market. Omega is the first to make a massage chair for the American body type.

Omega introduces its Footflex technology in the Montage Premier. The Footflex technology uses a series of air bags and the reflexology massage technique for the feet. The airbags target the heel and the arch of the foot with an alternating activation to stretch and massage the bottom of the feet. Meanwhile, the reflexology nodes gently push up into the feet to induce full body relaxation. This is an excellent foot massage therapy and provides great relief for those on their feet all day.

The Montage Premier comes with some vital extra functions to compliment the arsenal of massage therapy. It has lower body traction to stretch out the legs. To relax your mind, an MP3 player is built in and comes with headphones. Tune out the world and relax your mind. The Montage comes with full body heat with individual heater controls for the back, seat and leg rest. You can even synchronize the massage movements to the tempo of your music with the music-sync function.

The Montage Premier is perhaps the top massage chair in its class. It simply has more options that add value beyond just the thorough massage treatments. This massage recliner comes with the most thorough warranty available. There is a lower body stretch function. You get full body heat that can target specific areas. The MP3 player comes with headphones, so you can create your own in home spa. You just cannot find a massage chair that has all the excellent features found in the Montage Premier massage recliner.

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