You’ve got the outfit and the makeup for the tailgate and the football game. But how do you fix your hair to withstand SWLA humidity if you don’t know the best practices in an atmosphere that can often feel like hot soup? Ally Crooks and Kylie Guillory, two stylists and […]

by Jordan Smith Few things compare to the stress-free, laid-back feeling of a vacation. While most people aren’t boarding a plane every weekend, their wardrobes tell a different story. This season, women are dressing like they’re on vacation, even when at home. Thrive spoke with Lauren Monroe, owner of Mimosa […]

Summer in Lake Charles means heat, humidity, strong sunshine and plenty of time spent enjoying life outdoors. For many patients, the question isn’t whether they should continue aesthetic treatments during the summer. It’s determining which treatments are safe, effective and appropriate for the season. According to Hannah Grogan, APRN, FNP-C, […]

by Kerry Andersen Southwest Louisiana summers don’t go easy on your hair. With triple-digit heat indexes, relentless humidity and chlorine, your strands and scalp take a beating.  Sarah Kennison, master stylist and owner of Bauhaus Salon + Spa in Lake Charles, says the biggest mistake is waiting until damage shows […]